Gaetano G. Marretta

We worked with Guy Marretta as first-time home buyers. Our experience was stressful and, ultimately, he withdrew from our case mid-transaction, leaving us to recover during a critical stage. I’m sharing this so others—especially first-time buyers—know what to watch for. 1. Communication issues Re...sponse times were often 2–3 days (sometimes longer or no response), which is problematic in a time-sensitive real estate transaction. This contributed to delays in addressing critical issues—including a tax lien that later blocked closing. 2. Missed or delayed guidance on key items We had a tax search showing taxes owed by the seller and raised it early. We were told it wasn’t an issue, but weeks later a tax lien blocked closing. We asked for a review of specific condo documents (including sections related to tax assessments). That review did not happen. 3. Professionalism concerns At times, questions were met with reluctance or comments suggesting certain tasks were “clerical.” We were also asked to coordinate changes to legal documents through the realtor, which we had expected our attorney to handle. 4. Withdrawal mid-transaction After the tax lien surfaced post-loan approval, our attorney withdrew from the case during closing. This was the most difficult part of the experience, as it left us without support at a critical moment. We did share feedback about communication early on and saw brief improvement, but it wasn’t sustained. Buying a home—especially your first—requires clear guidance, proactive issue-spotting, and steady communication. That wasn’t our experience here.

We worked with Guy for the purchase of our condo in Jersey City and had a great experience from start to finish. He was extremely responsive, patient with our many questions, and took the time to explain every step of the process clearly. What stood out most was his attention to detail. He careful...ly reviewed the contract and transaction docs, and made sure any issues were addressed before we moved forward. He was proactive in negotiating terms and ensuring our interests were protected throughout the purchase. The closing process felt organized and smooth because he stayed on top of timelines and coordinated well with the lender and seller’s side. We always felt informed and confident in our decisions. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone purchasing property, especially first-time buyers or anyone navigating a new development purchase.

I had the pleasure of working with Guy for my home purchase in Jersey City Heights, and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. From sending the buyer's rider contract to walking me through every detail I needed to understand, Guy was there every step of the way. His professionalism, patience, a...nd clear explanations made the entire process smooth and stress-free. He was always available to answer my questions and made sure I felt confident at each stage, right through to closing. I truly appreciate his dedication and expertise, and I would gladly work with him again in the future. Highly recommend!