When I first contacted John Fazzio I was pretty much at my wits end. I had been dealing with numerous alimony issues for close to 10 years with no end in sight. John took the time to address all of my concerns and put my mind at ease. For the first time I felt like someone truly had my back and I could trust that I was in good hands. Even though I didn’t get everything I wanted the overall outcome was a positive one. Although I hope never to need any legal assistance again, if I do I will be most definitely be reaching out to Mr. Fazzio and his team.
John and his team supported us in a tax filing process, with absolute professionalism and good care for us. Through our interactions, we also get to know John as a passionate supporter for small businesses, he is always there to extend his help, which creates a strong bond with us as clients.
From setting up an entity to winding down a business, advise business owners on the legal steps to take while growing their business and aquiring business assets.
Our criminal defense team with experience in prosecutor work uses their skills to resolve clients criminal charges all while reducing their criminal exposure. Protect your rights with Fazzio Law in your corner!
I am an avid runner. I have run several marathons and a few ultramarathons. This fall I will be competing in the New York City Marathon and the Philadelphia Marathon and I hope to take a shot at the Leadville 100 Trail Run in Leadville, Colorado this coming August. Â If you want a lawyer that can go the distance, I am your man!
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Ongoing alimony issues
When I first contacted John Fazzio I was pretty much at my wits end. I had been dealing with numerous alimony issues for close to 10 years with no end in sight. John took the time to address all of my concerns and put my mind at ease. For the first time I felt like someone truly had my back and I could trust that I was in good hands. Even though I didn’t get everything I wanted the overall outcome was a positive one. Although I hope never to need any legal assistance again, if I do I will be most definitely be reaching out to Mr. Fazzio and his team.
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Posted by Leslie | July 8, 2021
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Our trusted legal advisor
John and his team supported us in a tax filing process, with absolute professionalism and good care for us. Through our interactions, we also get to know John as a passionate supporter for small businesses, he is always there to extend his help, which creates a strong bond with us as clients.
Posted by Michael | June 11, 2021
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Absolute Best Results
For what the case was, John Fazzio and his team got the absolute best results. Literally the absolute best results.
They were prompt, professional, and willing to fight for the case. I was in a very sensitive situation, and I had the assurance that all will be ok because of how they navigated the case.
In a spectrum of the worst possible result to the absolute best result. I literally got the absolute best result that I could imagine. I would highly recommend this team and John Fazzio to get the job done.
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Posted by Mary | May 24, 2021
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Helping us out of forbearance / Loan Modification
John Fazzio and his team gave us hope when we went to them with questions about applying for a loan modification. Due to the pandemic our mortgage went into forbearance while we juggled stressed incomes, a lost job and health care costs. In February of this year we decided we needed to get back to making payments, if we could afford it, so we called Mr. Fazzio for advice. He was very knowledgeable regarding our options and offered to help us apply for a loan modification with Kimberly Protocollo taking the lead on our application.
Kimberly made sure our loan administrator and bank knew we had professionals supporting us who understood the nuances of the bank application and process. She clearly outlined the necessary documents we needed to provide, set deadlines and made sure everything was complete. She was easy to talk to regarding our questions and concerns and she let us know when the application was received, when we could expect a response and checked in on processing, relieving us of an incredible amount of stress.
We could hardly believe it last week when our mortgage company (within a month of submitting our application) offered us an adjusted interest rate that we gladly accepted. We can’t thank Kimberly and John enough for helping our family through this challenging time. They put the interest of our family first. Without hesitation we highly recommend Fazzio Law Offices.
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Posted by Skip | May 5, 2021
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Sales Tax Miracle Worker
John and his team worked with me to help solve a NJ Bulk Sales taxation issue. Their prompt and thorough work helped to alleviate a pending $70K bulk sale violation. After John was done with the investigator, they backed off completely. Excellent work - would highly recommend,
Posted by Nithin Geereddy | May 3, 2021
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Best Legal Rep - Saved me ~$60K in IR Tax Penalty Case
Can recommend Anthony and John Fazzio enough. Best legal rep's in a complicated IRS Civil Penalty Case - Great professional and always available to help, consult and guide me through the process w/ high quality work.
Posted by JoAnne | May 14, 2019
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You’re in very good hands with John Fazzio & team!
An attorney friend of mine referred me to John as my matter at hand fell into one of his specialty areas, and I’m so glad he did! John was welcoming, responsive, knowledgeable, thorough and fair. He got done in one day what could’ve dragged on, and introduced me to the members of his team who were each supportive. It was a pleasant and successful experience and I highly recommend you call him. Good luck!
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Posted by Onofrio | February 20, 2019
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Defense Lawyer Who Goes the Extra Mile
John is amazing!!!!! I was involved in a very sensitive case where I was wrongly accused of very serious charges that were completely false. Given my job, I could not have any kind of criminal record or suggestion of improper conduct in my employment. John got me off of all of the charges and guided me through the process -- which had me extremely nervous -- in a way that allowed me to keep my sanity. John, Caitlin and his team mounted a great defense, but also were a friendly ear that gave me peace of mind during a trying season of my life.
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Posted by PJ | December 10, 2018
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Property tax appeal in NJ
Called John to see if he does property tax appeals in NJ and he gave me a referrals for someone that would better fit my needs. He also gave me great info and feedback on my situation. Straight talk.
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2017
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Foreclose avoided
After searching for an attorney we found Fazzio Law Offices and John P Fazzio. John and his entire staff were great to work with during our year long process. From listening to our desired outcome and outlining our plan John and his team accomplished our goal. Communicating with the firm was always timely and Catherine, Dan, Mike, John and 'the other John' helped keep our anxiety in check. I would highly recommend this firm.
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Posted by Melanie | October 23, 2017
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Wonderful Attorneys
After fighting with our mortgage company on our own for a few years to try to get a modification after some troubling financial times, they sued us for foreclosure. We had consulted with Mr. Fazzio and his associates the year before so we knew it was coming, but the bank had made us think we were close to a resolution. Nope, in reality they wanted our house. We hired Mr Fazzio and his firm to represent us and within record time they got us a long-sought modification offer and then guided us through it, even when the bank tried to play games by switching servicers a month into our trial period. We never could have handled the bank's underhanded games on our own. We were worried about the cost of legal representation but Mr Fazzio and his associates helped make it affordable for us with payments and very fair and transparent billing. They were also always available for help and answers and made an otherwise devastating event end well for us. With the help of Mr Fazzio, his attorney associate Mr Haghi, and office leaders Mike and Catherine we were able to save our home. Thank you so much, we will always be grateful to you. We highly recommend Mr Fazzio and his team to anyone in need of strong representation.
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Posted by Justin | October 19, 2017
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A lawyer who gives you 100%, 360 degree dedication
I was hit with a hefty tax fine for two tax years. One had merit and the other didn't. It was a complex situation involving partnerships, and international tax implications. When I opened the envelope from the IRS and saw the amount of the fine I panicked. We've all been there - an unexpected situation that blind-sides you and fills you with anxiety and doubt - the kind that shoots into your chest and then settles for the long term in the pit of your stomach. I didn't have the money to pay this and immediately sought John's help. John was available at the moment I needed him and took the call. He listened carefully to the situation and responded with specific yet disarming and comforting words. He conveyed confidence and listed out the next steps both he and I needed to complete. As if talking to a seasoned baseball coach, I left that phone conversation with a specific game plan of what I needed to do which was actually precious little compared to what he was doing behind the scenes. The shock was abated and replaced with something he specializes in - hope. Once he took my case, he went to work and work he did. Every step of the way I was given updates on what letters were drafted and sent out, what people he talked to and the responses. He shared copies of the letters he sent to the IRS which contained arguments cited with case law and precedent. I didn't always understand the exact content of the letters, but he explained anything I asked about. I was always kept in the loop and he took the time to explain the issues. When I had questions he made himself available. After he had submitted requests to remove the fine along with the rationale, I received a letter in the mail that looked like a confirmation of the original fine. Hope was snuffed out again. A quick panicky phone call to John and he immediately recognized that it was unrelated to the inquiry he had sent out - it was simply a reminder to pay the original fine that crossed paths in the mail with the resolution. Here's a guy who understands the mechanism behind how things work in the IRS and was able to respond to my specific needs as a result. In the end, he was able to clear me of all the penalties. Even then, he took the time to explain the resolution, what it meant, how to confirm the results, and what to do if future situations should occur. Finally, he took the time to help set me up so that the same situation doesn't occur in the future. It occurred to me that this sort of dedication and passion doesn't just come from talent or skill but from something else entirely - true passion and commitment to not just the case but to the client. We need more lawyers like John in the world. Don't pass up this opportunity - hire John today.
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Posted by Tanya | August 18, 2016
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Most satisfying experience and outcome
My father had delinquent FBARs going back many years as his accountant failed to file. He had a business, home, life and substantial assets overseas in his native country. We went to 3 different attorneys before we came here and not one suggested anything but to pay substantial penalties. John came up with unique approach and executed it most successfully. Fazzio Law Offices helped us come into full compliance and to avoid hundreds of thousands of dollars of FBAR penalties by taking a Treaty Position that our economic ties and center of vital interests (business, home, and social ties) were in other country and not the US and by filing delinquent FBARs through the Streamlined Process. Manny Zoquier handled our case and answered all of our questions, leadus us through the process each step of the way. Manny's work was excellent and he exceeded our expectations. I would recommend Fazzio Law Offices to anyone who has an FBAR issue or who is trying to make sure they are complying with all IRS requirements relating to foreign bank account reporting and reporting of foreign assets.
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Posted by Inkar | December 1, 2015
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Finally Got A Mortgage Modification and Saved My Home!
I've been through multiple lawyers over the past 6 years, including a few loan modification companies, and was struggling to modify my loan or find a positive result to save my mortgage. All that happened was I wasted a lot of money and never got a deal, until I found John Fazzio and Zubin Haghi and their Office Manager Mike Timpone. I'm really, really happy. I was shocked when in three months Fazzio Law Offices was able to get me a modification that got me back into good standing and saved me about $1,500 off what I was previously paying.
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Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2015
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Really Helpful
Trustworthy, dedicated, honest, and knowledgeable...what more could you ask for? John was the perfect lawyer and I'd highly recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Greg | September 4, 2015
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Pleasently surprised.
FAZZIO LAW OFFICE.
Where do I begin? I guess by saying "expect the unexpected" from this group. After 27 years of Banking in NYC working with tier one firms I was rather hesitant to engage a new relationship with a smaller lesser know firm. However, I needed anonymity, convenience, a personal touch and for the first time in my life I was on a budget.
After interviewing approximately 10 firms with expertise in IRS/TAX and Foreclosure issues, it was clearly obvious that the Fazzio team was my team. Yes I was concerned about their size and ages.... But they proved out. Better then I could have ever expected. They literally saved my home, my marriage, my business and my sanity. I could never thank them enough. I will refer them blindly heretofore.
Why? Five immediate reasons come to mind:
1. They appeared capable, professional, hungry and aggressive.
2. They were able to prioritize and personalize there efforts to attend to my issues and needs. (Each person joined this group because they had a personal experiences in the categories.)
3. Costs. We were able to structure a fair financial approach vs. what a larger more expensive Firm would have been able to do.
4. From my first phone call and follow up interview they were hands down the most honest and direct in their answers and I was pleasantly surprised they had the most experience in this area.
5. I was able to work intimately with the key executives of the firm who had sincere passions in the tax and foreclosure arenas due to their PERSONAL experiences. AKA. They could truly relate.
Before I go on, should you ever want to reach me for a fair, independent opinion, feel free to email me and I will make my self available.
Deeper review.
I will try to keep this short.... But it is an earnest review and the Fazzio team truly exceeded all my expectations. Cost, speed, professionalism. outcome and a pleasure to work with. They were able to communicate to the tax people my horrific 3 year struggle and successfully negotiated a fair outcome for my family and I. Thus enabling us time rebuild which yielded us "peace of mind" for the first time in our daily lives. Better then what I could have ever hoped for.
During my 2011 - 2014 personal crisis not only did we spend our savings in our PRIOR law suit, we also lost our income for a few years. It was in understanding that, that the Fazzio team stepped in and negotiated with our banks thus enabling us a way to maintain our home as we regather our business and time allows some private assets to mature.
Thank you John, Mike, Manny et all. Your the best
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Posted by Gregy | September 3, 2015
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Capable, Professional, Hungry and Aggressive!
Where do I begin? I guess by saying "expect the unexpected" from this group. After 27 years of Banking in NYC working with tier one firms I was rather hesitant to engage a new relationship with a smaller lesser know firm. However, I needed anonymity, convenience, a personal touch and for the first time in my life I was on a budget.
After interviewing approximately 10 firms with expertise in IRS/TAX and Foreclosure issues, it was clearly obvious that the Fazzio team was my team. Yes I was concerned about their size and ages.... But they proved out. Better then I could have ever expected. They literally saved my home, my marriage, my business and my sanity. I could never thank them enough. I will refer them blindly heretofore.
Why? Five immediate reasons come to mind:
1. They appeared capable, professional, hungry and aggressive.
2. They were able to prioritize and personalize there efforts to attend to my issues and needs. (Each person joined this group because they had a personal experiences in the categories.)
3. Costs. We were able to structure a fair financial approach vs. what a larger more expensive Firm would have been able to do.
4. From my first phone call and follow up interview they were hands down the most honest and direct in their answers and I was pleasantly surprised they had the most experience in this area.
5. I was able to work intimately with the key executives of the firm who had sincere passions in the tax and foreclosure arenas due to their PERSONAL experiences. AKA. They could truly relate.
Before I go on, should you ever want to reach me for a fair, independent opinion, feel free to email me and I will make my self available.
Deeper review.
I will try to keep this short.... But it is an earnest review and the Fazzio team truly exceeded all my expectations. Cost, speed, professionalism. outcome and a pleasure to work with. They were able to communicate to the tax people my horrific 3 year struggle and successfully negotiated a fair outcome for my family and I. Thus enabling us time rebuild which yielded us "peace of mind" for the first time in our daily lives. Better then what I could have ever hoped for.
During my 2011 - 2014 personal crisis not only did we spend our savings in our PRIOR law suit, we also lost our income for a few years. It was in understanding that, that the Fazzio team stepped in and negotiated with our banks thus enabling us a way to maintain our home as we regather our business and time allows some private assets to mature.
Thank you John, Mike, Manny et all. Your the best.
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Posted by Greg | September 1, 2015
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Fazzio Expect the unexpected.
Where do I begin? I guess by saying "expect the unexpected" from this group. After 27 years of Banking in NYC working with tier one firms I was rather hesitant to engage a new relationship with a smaller lesser know firm. However, I needed anonymity, convenience, a personal touch and for the first time in my life I was on a budget.
After interviewing approximately 10 firms with expertise in IRS/TAX and Foreclosure issues, it was clearly obvious that the Fazzio team was my team. Yes I was concerned about their size and ages.... But they proved out. Better then I could have ever expected. They literally saved my home, my marriage, my business and my sanity. I could never thank them enough. I will refer them blindly heretofore.
Why? Five immediate reasons come to mind:
1. They appeared capable, professional, hungry and aggressive.
2. They were able to prioritize and personalize there efforts to attend to my issues and needs. (Each person joined this group because they had a personal experiences in the categories.)
3. Costs. We were able to structure a fair financial approach vs. what a larger more expensive Firm would have been able to do.
4. From my first phone call and follow up interview they were hands down the most honest and direct in their answers and I was pleasantly surprised they had the most experience in this area.
5. I was able to work intimately with the key executives of the firm who had sincere passions in the tax and foreclosure arenas due to their PERSONAL experiences. AKA. They could truly relate.
Before I go on, should you ever want to reach me for a fair, independent opinion, feel free to email me and I will make my self available.
Deeper review.
I will try to keep this short.... But it is an earnest review and the Fazzio team truly exceeded all my expectations. Cost, speed, professionalism. outcome and a pleasure to work with. They were able to communicate to the tax people my horrific 3 year struggle and successfully negotiated a fair outcome for my family and I. Thus enabling us time rebuild which yielded us "peace of mind" for the first time in our daily lives. Better then what I could have ever hoped for.
During my 2011 - 2014 personal crisis not only did we spend our savings in our PRIOR law suit, we also lost our income for a few years. It was in understanding that, that the Fazzio team stepped in and negotiated with our banks thus enabling us a way to maintain our home as we regather our business and time allows some private assets to mature.
Thank you John, Mike, Manny et all. Your the best.
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Posted by Ellen | December 11, 2014
Foreclosure Litigation and Short Sale Success
I never thought that one day I would be in a Foreclosure, in a nightmare and no where to turn......and then I found John Fazzio Law Firm and I felt safe and confident that there would be a ray of light ahead.
Words cannot express my deepest gratitude to John Fazzio and his staff for taking on my very very complicated situation. In meeting with John he listened to my personal situation and was very honest and was able to come up with a plan of action to help me conquer the Foreclosure law suit. He informed me every step of the way via email or phone contact. On his first hearing before the Judge, WE WON!!!!! The road ahead was difficult for me, very emotional, I was divorced, with 2 children to raise, leaving a house that was in my family since 1929, and knew it had to be a short sale. I got through this ordeal and have closed on my house only because I had a wonderful legal team. John Fazzio and associates, Kudos to Mike Timpone, Rebecca Cicala, Catherine Morris, Zoltan Simon, and especially Zubin Haghi who spent many months, endless phone calls and emails to help me get to a positive conclusion to a very difficult situation. They tell you like it is, they tell you what you need to know, not what you want to hear. I definitely endorse this Law Firm!!
Now I can rest easy and enjoy the New Year ahead........dreams do come true!
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Posted by Marilyn | October 20, 2014
Fazzio Law Offices Will Save You From Losing Sleep and Win Your Audit
I can't tell you how fortunate I am that I had chosen Fazzio Law to represent me. In 2010, I received a notice from the IRS for an audit on my business tax return. At the time, I assumed that my accountant could handle the audit. The IRS then proceeded to haunt me & my business for the next 3 years. Finally, in 2013, I hired John Fazzio (attorney) & Manuel Zoquier (enrolled agent) to represent me and to take over the audit. They put a stop to all the harassment and within a few months, my audit finally got resolved with no changes to my tax return.
Don't make the same mistake I made and save yourself a lot of grief. If you have to go through an IRS audit, hire Fazzio Law to represent you. They are a young but aggressive firm that has been mentored by the late Mr. Donald Kotch who was one of the best in the field. John has even helped his own dad win a foreclosure case which really impressed me. They won't sugar coat anything for you, but they will be straight forward & honest with you. But most importantly, they will absolutely fight for you.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Fazzio is an excellent attorney with a passion for his clients. I'm particularly impressed with his care and compassion. Attorney Fazzio goes to bat for his clients to get the best results. I endorse this lawyer."
Business Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Mr. Fazzio. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
Business Attorney | Apr 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."
Foreclosure Attorney | Sep 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Fazzio is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney."
Litigation Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"John is my adversary in a pending case. He is a very fine litigator with an excellent demeanor and practical approach to problems, which serve his clients well. I highly recommend him."