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• Review fromChris D

  Date: 01/17/2025

  1 star

  Chris D

  Date: 01/17/2025

  This firm is the worst and will take every dime you have. Long story short When I spoke with the initial lawyer I was made to believe it was an easy case to handle. I was never told that she was pregnant and about to go on leave and that I would be going through 3 different lawyers before we even got in front of a judge. From the case getting handed off from one to another, none of them knew what was going on. Was constantly getting over charged, money and credit cards getting either withdrawn or maxing out without my consent. When we finally get in front of judge they were late, didn’t file proper paperwork with courts so I couldn’t even use the witness that mind you they charged me for all the work they put in. Then all that caused an additional court date because we went over the allotted time for first hearing. Then trying to charge me over 700.00 for them to drive to court plus mileage. In court it was a joke on how well they will represent you. Over 16,000 in charges for them not represent you to the best of abilities is more like bottom of the barrel.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you for your note. Addressing the comments in the inquiry, the claimant seems to take issue with the fact that multiple ********s worked on her file. Quoting the retainer agreement that she signed. the firm employees a team approach to representing our clients. Work will be delegated to other lawyers in the firm .The fact that an ******** that she spoke with ultimately went on maternity leave has nothing to do with the case, and it was fully disclosed to her at the outset, that multiple people will be handling the file. Moreover, she was not overcharged, but rather was charged directly in accordance with the agreement she struck with the firm. Like all law firms clients are charged portal to portal from the time the ******** leaves their home or office until the ******** returns. The gas/mileage cost that she complains about is specifically spelled out in the retainer agreement, which says mileage for travel away from the office necessitated by our representation of your interest is billed at $.75 per mile . There was no omission of paperwork, but our ********s use appropriate discretion to decide which witnesses they will or will not call. Sometimes things necessitate different action than originally anticipated ;at the end of the day This client is simply upset because her ex ended up costing her more money than she anticipated; quoting her comments to us she already has custody, but the father is postponing the hearing moreover as courtesies and to assist her in the payment of her bills, the firm gave her a $257 discount on February 23 of last year and a $904 discount the previous October as we made efforts to try and work with her. While the the process may have been frustrating as the court only allows so much time per hearing before adjourning matters to another date, that is simply the reality of litigation. The fact that a different ******** would now have to re-prepare for a subsequent date, didnt impact her bill at all as whether she had the first ******** that she originally met who had gone on maternity leave or anybody subsequently ,preparing for a subsequent hearing date is a standard of practice that would have to be done. What this case really boils down to is that the client is upset that the bill was higher than she thought it would be. Shes being sent to Collection and shes upset about that but having looked through the history of this matter, management is quite satisfied that this was handled meeting all appropriate guidelines and standards. Please let us know if you have any further questions or comments.

• Review fromAli A

  Date: 11/08/2024

  1 star

  Ali A

  Date: 11/08/2024

  This firm is the worst that I have ever seen To start with I called ******* and told him about the situation I am with my ex wife and he assured me that he would get my case the best result possible He sent me to **** K. ********.We paid $3500 upfront before she took the case Long story short we lost big time on our case because **** missed one court date and got us a substitute that dont know a single word of my case. She was so confused in front of the judge and said she wasnt our lawyer and has to look at the case. Those are charges before we started court In the end of losing all the courts they sent me another bill for $4700.00 and a congratulations notes for all the bull c*** they did for me which I paid because they sent it to collections right away.I counted 128 reviews they received in one week period which are all 5 star reviews.They buy fake reviews to get your foot in their door then your hooked to all of they fees Jfk airport dont even receive that many reviews a week Unprofessional and unorganized firm that I will never ever recommend Good luck to all..

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you for your inquiry. Certain aspects were deliberately omitted in the clients presentation to you not least amongst, which was the fact that at the time that we were engaged, which was originally for a post judgment matter, we came to learn that this matter was actually in default and that there was a Pending default against the client, a fact which was not disclosed to us. While we took steps immediately resolved that issue with opposing counsel, these matters were overly complicated by the fact that the client himself was overseas, and we were dealing with relatives who were presumably conveying information to and from the client. I find it ironic that the client complains that his attorney ***** was in trial in another matter so one of our team attorneys presided over his motion when the client himself had relatives show up in his stead to court proceedings, which is of no value at all. At least a firm lawyer showing up to participate in his hearing is in keeping with the agreement that the client makes with the firm whereas his failure to appear is not. Be that as it may, this case was not decided by whether or not the attorney that he had originally corresponded with appeared so much as it was based on the merits of the case. In the final analysis, this client was not unsatisfied with the way things went, as he was already in default when it came to us ,so much as he was motivated to try and negotiate his bill. Quoting his comments to the firm of April 15, 2024, resulting from a routine check in, nothing has changed in the situation after hiring for divorce, can I negotiate to reduce my bill; this is what his complaint actually boils down to. It was explained to him that the charges are consistent with what he agreed and he would have to pay them. As stated before this was in Aprilof 2024 ; ultimately this client did not pay his bills and was sent to Collection at the end of September. He then writes a bad review to us in October and lodges this complaint with you. I would suggest to you that if this was a real complaint with a legitimate basis, he would not have waited six months to complain about it, but wouldve lodged it immediately. The only reason why he made the complaint in the first place was leverage because now hes being pursued for Collection. I hope this gives a context to the invalidity of this inquiry. If you have any further questions or comments, please feel free to circle back.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you for your inquiry. Certain aspects were deliberately omitted in the clients presentation to you not least amongst, which was the fact that at the time that we were engaged, which was originally for a post judgment matter, we came to learn that this matter was actually in default and that there was a Pending default against the client, a fact which was not disclosed to us. While we took steps immediately resolved that issue with opposing counsel, these matters were overly complicated by the fact that the client himself was overseas, and we were dealing with relatives who were presumably conveying information to and from the client. I find it ironic that the client complains that his attorney ***** was in trial in another matter so one of our team attorneys presided over his motion when the client himself had relatives show up in his stead to court proceedings, which is of no value at all. At least a firm lawyer showing up to participate in his hearing is in keeping with the agreement that the client makes with the firm whereas his failure to appear is not. Be that as it may, this case was not decided by whether or not the attorney that he had originally corresponded with appeared so much as it was based on the merits of the case. In the final analysis, this client was not unsatisfied with the way things went, as he was already in default when it came to us ,so much as he was motivated to try and negotiate his bill. Quoting his comments to the firm of April 15, 2024, resulting from a routine check in, nothing has changed in the situation after hiring for divorce, can I negotiate to reduce my bill; this is what his complaint actually boils down to. It was explained to him that the charges are consistent with what he agreed and he would have to pay them. As stated before this was in Aprilof 2024 ; ultimately this client did not pay his bills and was sent to Collection at the end of September. He then writes a bad review to us in October and lodges this complaint with you. I would suggest to you that if this was a real complaint with a legitimate basis, he would not have waited six months to complain about it, but wouldve lodged it immediately. The only reason why he made the complaint in the first place was leverage because now hes being pursued for Collection. I hope this gives a context to the invalidity of this inquiry. If you have any further questions or comments, please feel free to circle back.

• Review fromBrenda B

  Date: 10/30/2024

  1 star

  Brenda B

  Date: 10/30/2024

  After being pursued by this firm for over 2 months, I agreed to retain them based on assurance of the several attorneys in their office. My case was not family law nor am I a criminal and why I was hesitant. After many hours of compiling the paperwork Goldman required and being told of doing "research," nothing was done after receiving a $7,500 retainer. I sent a demand letter certified mail for the entire retainer. Only the same day it was delivered, I received an invoice for each of the entire 3 months for almost half of the retainer. Note: People this violates "MRPC," for those with Iolta accounts - i.e. attorneys. Prior to their receiving my demand letter, I was assured a "managing attorney" would speak to me. I spoke to someone from the firm, who, after 3 months, said they could not help me and, if they did, it would be some kind of "embarrassment" to the firm. Really?! It was also obvious he did not know about the invoice I received. The minute I stated "I do not pay for nothing" and told him about the invoice; he did a 360 and stated," let me see what I can do for you." I will not answer their calls for the simple fact of "he said she said." But, I do know there is always higher seats in the house and that is where I headed! I also will not change any reviews, but will support those of the like. For perspective, Goldman received the demand letter on 10/9/24 and I am still waiting on 10/30/24. STAY AWAY! STAY FAR AWAY.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you for your note. The client provides no context in her submission to you so let us do so. The client presents in July of this past year claiming that in 2007 she took out a loan through ***************. *************** changed hands several times due to corporate buyout with ******** being the last owner until they Were merged or bought out by ********** in 2021. (Notice the circular history that the client provides)She was made to sign new loan agreements, although is unclear why she did that ;apparently the property as she described it was under Land contract at some time in the history of the title of this property. Her ultimate goal was to get *************** to answer why they forced her to sign a new agreement why she was shut out of the picture and wanted to *** ********** Bank for engaging in some form of fraud which she claims cost her a diminishment in the value of her property. She claims the reason for her ultimate loss of the property was due to a home equity line of credit not being paid. Clearly, when someone brings this historical mess to a law firm, it is incumbent upon the law firm to research and attempt to unravel the facts so that they can advise the client whether or not it makes sense to go forward. Certainly this has to be done before someone is accused of a potential fraud .These facts as this client presented are clearly convoluted and require research to find out exactly what happened Going back some 17 years. While it is true that she contacted us , She did not retain us immediately. She went no doubt to multiple firms, none of which were willing to help her to determine whether not she had a case. Ultimately, she came back to us and we told her that we require $7500 retainer that we do not guarantee the results (which is in writing )and that it would be extensive research to unravel ************************************************* not there is a legal cause of action. After two months, she became impatient and decided that she no longer wants to pursue this manner, so we refunded her the unused portion of her retainer and sent her on her way. She filed this complaint because she feels that we shouldve done all the research and conducted the investigation for free and resents the fact that she was charged in accordance with the retainer agreement. We do not believe that this claim has submitted to you has any merit whatsoever.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you for your note. The client provides no context in her submission to you so let us do so. The client presents in July of this past year claiming that in 2007 she took out a loan through ***************. *************** changed hands several times due to corporate buyout with ******** being the last owner until they Were merged or bought out by ********** in 2021. (Notice the circular history that the client provides)She was made to sign new loan agreements, although is unclear why she did that ;apparently the property as she described it was under Land contract at some time in the history of the title of this property. Her ultimate goal was to get *************** to answer why they forced her to sign a new agreement why she was shut out of the picture and wanted to *** ********** Bank for engaging in some form of fraud which she claims cost her a diminishment in the value of her property. She claims the reason for her ultimate loss of the property was due to a home equity line of credit not being paid. Clearly, when someone brings this historical mess to a law firm, it is incumbent upon the law firm to research and attempt to unravel the facts so that they can advise the client whether or not it makes sense to go forward. Certainly this has to be done before someone is accused of a potential fraud .These facts as this client presented are clearly convoluted and require research to find out exactly what happened Going back some 17 years. While it is true that she contacted us , She did not retain us immediately. She went no doubt to multiple firms, none of which were willing to help her to determine whether not she had a case. Ultimately, she came back to us and we told her that we require $7500 retainer that we do not guarantee the results (which is in writing )and that it would be extensive research to unravel ************************************************* not there is a legal cause of action. After two months, she became impatient and decided that she no longer wants to pursue this manner, so we refunded her the unused portion of her retainer and sent her on her way. She filed this complaint because she feels that we shouldve done all the research and conducted the investigation for free and resents the fact that she was charged in accordance with the retainer agreement. We do not believe that this claim has submitted to you has any merit whatsoever.

• Review fromTyson R

  Date: 10/22/2024

  1 star

  Tyson R

  Date: 10/22/2024

  I had ***** ***** represent me and he never knew what was going on with my file. Overbilled me for time spent, claims 1 min phone calls were 45 mins , emails took several hours, and he billed me because he had to devote time to review how to file with the Judge. I've had terrible experience with Goldman Law firm. I'm not paying and will gladly meet them in mediation to go over how ***** ripped me off.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Mr. ******* engaged us to handle his divorce and then later on reengaged us to handle his post divorce issues. He was well acquainted with the retainer agreement which contains specific charges and specific minimums for certain items. He was never billed several hours for an email. However, he was billed several hours of time over the entire course of representation for communication, including email and telephone conferences and the standard things that law firms charge that were covered and spelled out specifically in the retainer agreement. His complaint comes about as a result of him being sent to Collection for nonpayment of his bill, and the Better Business Bureau is simply being utilized as leverage against that obligation. It should also be pointed out that when our office concluded the handling of his divorce that he left his bill for that unpaid as well, a thing which he fails to mention in his presentation to you. These claims have no merit.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Mr. ******* engaged us to handle his divorce and then later on reengaged us to handle his post divorce issues. He was well acquainted with the retainer agreement which contains specific charges and specific minimums for certain items. He was never billed several hours for an email. However, he was billed several hours of time over the entire course of representation for communication, including email and telephone conferences and the standard things that law firms charge that were covered and spelled out specifically in the retainer agreement. His complaint comes about as a result of him being sent to Collection for nonpayment of his bill, and the Better Business Bureau is simply being utilized as leverage against that obligation. It should also be pointed out that when our office concluded the handling of his divorce that he left his bill for that unpaid as well, a thing which he fails to mention in his presentation to you. These claims have no merit.

• Review fromNicole S

  Date: 10/07/2024

  1 star

  Nicole S

  Date: 10/07/2024

  DO NOT TRUST THEM. They only care about money and would rather watch your child die from an abusive parent than try and help if they don't get paid the INSANE amount they ask for. I was charged over 10 grand in less than 2 months for literally nothing. My case hasn't even made it to court yet and they refuse to go any further unless I pay them. Their reviews are fake, don't trust what you see.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Mrs. ****** comments are based on her extreme stress brought on by the issues regarding her child. Her situation is quite desperate as shes experiencing financial problems and is emotionally distraught. She blames us for her inability to afford her mounting legal expenses that accrued as a result of her fighting the opposing parties extensive motion to modify custody and parenting time. Mrs. ***** was represented during a lengthy investigation and hearing Regarding the competing motions, she was also involved in 2 *** complaints made against her on which we consulted with her ; her case has been extremely contentious since day one. Mrs. ***** well knows all the effort that was spent in staving off the motions and never voiced any complaint about our representation. Ironically, she ********** we only care about the money, but in fact, her entire complaint is focused, not on the quality of advocacy, but only about the money. Im sorry she feels that the agreement that she struck with us represents an insane amount of money but for the work that was done she was charged rather rather modestly.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Mrs. ****** comments are based on her extreme stress brought on by the issues regarding her child. Her situation is quite desperate as shes experiencing financial problems and is emotionally distraught. She blames us for her inability to afford her mounting legal expenses that accrued as a result of her fighting the opposing parties extensive motion to modify custody and parenting time. Mrs. ***** was represented during a lengthy investigation and hearing Regarding the competing motions, she was also involved in 2 *** complaints made against her on which we consulted with her ; her case has been extremely contentious since day one. Mrs. ***** well knows all the effort that was spent in staving off the motions and never voiced any complaint about our representation. Ironically, she ********** we only care about the money, but in fact, her entire complaint is focused, not on the quality of advocacy, but only about the money. Im sorry she feels that the agreement that she struck with us represents an insane amount of money but for the work that was done she was charged rather rather modestly.

• Review fromShawn H

  Date: 08/27/2024

  1 star

  Shawn H

  Date: 08/27/2024

  Go on websites and read there 1 star reviews this place ripped me off exactly the same as other reviews. Terrible law firm I hope they should be shut down, put out of business

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  This is a nonsensical complaint that voices nothing of substance ;while we would welcome the opportunity to reply, This complaint doesnt actually specify anything. We suggested it doesnt specify anything because there was nothing to talk about.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  This is a nonsensical complaint that voices nothing of substance ;while we would welcome the opportunity to reply, This complaint doesnt actually specify anything. We suggested it doesnt specify anything because there was nothing to talk about.

• Review fromRonald P

  Date: 09/22/2022

  5 stars

  Ronald P

  Date: 09/22/2022

  I was in the middle of a very stressful divorce that involved multiple complicated legal issues. After consulting with numerous lawyers, I was lucky enough to speak with ******** (****) ***************** at Goldman and Associates. From our very first meeting, she explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand. She was very responsive every step of the way and I always felt like I was her priority.If you are looking for a lawyer that is going to tell you what you want to hear and waste a lot of your time and money, find a different lawyer. **** not only did a great job getting me the absolute best outcome in my situation, but she also made sure that I was realistic with my expectations and was as efficient as possible while working on my divorce. I have worked with many different lawyers practicing many different types of law I have never trusted any of them to the level I trust ****. If you or your family is looking for a knowledgeable attorney at a great value, then contact ****. I highly recommend **** and will work with this law office again in the future.

  Goldman & Associates

  Date: 01/21/2025

  Thank you