Horrible. I went in June 2018 for what I thought was a 20 consult and to drop off my $3500.00…read moreretainer fee. Ann Hess was extremely confused and disorganized leaving me feeling very uncomfortable. I ended up being in her office for over 3 hours due to her confusion. I called the next day asking her to stop working on my case and I was consulting another lawyer. Ann Hess never had my legal documents and never legally represented me. October 2018 I recieved what was left of my retainer $1670.00. Again Ann Hess never legally represented me.

From the owner: Ann Giardina Hess, Attorney At Law. Over 25 Years Experience. Call Today For An Initial…read moreConsultation With Ann Giardina Hess. Our Primary Practice Areas Are: Matrimonial And Family Law, Child Custody Law, Accidents, Medical And Dental Malpractice, Criminal Law, Traffic Law, Real Estate, Wills And Estates, Mediation, General And Trial Law. Matrimonial & Family Law: Collaborative Divorce, Divorce & Separation, Custody, Adoption, Child Support, Maintenance (Spousal Support), Visitation, Paternity, Relocation, Divorce Mediation, Domestic Violence, Annulments, Pre And Post Nuptial Agreements, Grandparents Rights/3Rd Party Rights, Family Offenses, Criminal Offenses, Orders Of Protection, Income Execution & Wage Garnishment. Accidents: Personal Injury, Auto Accidents, Wrongful Death, Defective Products, Negligence, Slip & Fall, Property Owner'S Liability, Recreation And Sports Injuries, Construction Accidents...

Was referred to Mr. Privateer by a close friend who is an Attorney. 13 months later my situation…read morewhich wasn't extraordinarily difficult is still open without closure and I am left with what might be considered a huge potential liability. I took the referral thinking that things would be fine but that isn't the case. As of today my phone calls to him asking him to return my call go on without any action. I would think that returning telephones calls would be common courtesy. So it is merely my thought and opinion after meeting with him and providing documentation regarding the matter. A potential client can evaluate the situation on their own merits but I feel a client attorney relationship should be more helpful and professional.

From the owner: For many people, the stress related to criminal charges, a divorce, or even a car accident can seem…read moreoverwhelming. In these cases, you need an advocate who is willing to fight for your rights. You need an attorney who can help you to understand the legal process and explain your options. If you're looking for criminal attorneys, personal injury attorneys, or someone who practices family law in Lockport, NY, contact Christopher Privateer

Avoid these guys like the plague. They are utterly corrupt, and will walk you into a nothing…read moresettlement, lie to you about your rights to be heard, and quit if there is any work involved. In short, don't hire anybody who has to run an ad to get business. If they were good, they wouldn't need an ad, because word of mouth, given the hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers who get injured every year, would be enough.

From the owner: The attorneys of Viola, Cummings & Lindsay LLP have over 150 years of experience representing the…read morelegal service needs of the communities in and around Niagara Falls, NY. We have worked hard to build a reputation as a serious, tenacious, and effective group of lawyers who are not afraid to fight for the just result. Every client and every case is different and deserves our undivided attention to make sure we understand what has happened to you and how we can help you. We are loyal to our clients and strive to achieve a resolution that is in your best interests. We serve clients in Niagara Falls, Lockport, Tonawanda, North Tonawanda, and Corning, New York.

Bob Pusateri is surely the worst attorney in Western New York. I hired him to simply copy an…read morealready-existing Will which had been created by another attorney. Pusateri's version had little resemblance to what he was to copy. Frequent misspellings - even of my name, wrong phrasing, ignored assets, and much more evidence of sloppy workmanship. Finally, he refused to make the corrections that I suggested and sent me a "take it or leave it" email. I was forced to "leave it," causing another of his clients to lose a half-million dollars bequest.

Mr. Pusateri and his assistant, Bridget were extremely rude to my husband and me. Closing was more…read morethan 3 months ago and there is escrow money they still did not send back to us. They will find any reason to keep us waiting. I do not recommend this office at all.

VERY VERY VERY BAD. NELSON ZAKIA AND HOGAN WILLIG Less than…read moreZERO STARS. This is by far the worst law firm EVER. I hired an attorney there to handle my divorce and he had my case for over TWO YEARS and never accomplished one thing on my behalf, however, he DID succeed in billing for fees OVER 30 THOUSAND DOLLARS. He never got temporary maintenance, spousal support, didn't succeed in getting me divorced, and now I supposedly owe the firm all this money!!! This very same lawyer, also did similar to a friend of mine. She got divorced, but lost her business, her house and now owes the firm 50,000.00. Another friend lost her house as well. The lawyer is Nelson Zakia. DO NOT USE HIM. Another unsavory aspect of this whole ordeal is that he would YELL at me in meetings. I'm sure that wouldn't happen if I were a man.

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