Richard Thomas John Garofalo

I hired Rich Garofalo to represent me in my complex divorce case, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his support, and guidance throughout one of the most difficult times. Due to complexity of my case I had few consultations with diferent counsels, and even hired one attorney who after one and half ...years never made progress in my case. After contacting Rich Garofalo I knew he is the best and he is the shark. From our first consultation, Rich was professional, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable. My case involved child custody, parenting time, child and spousal support (it was only a five year marriage) husband’s hidden income, high-conflict communication, and Rich handled it with confidence and skills. One thing I appreciated most was his communication, as he was always responding promptly when I needed. With Rich Garofalo, Cathy Garofalo and Marissa Matus in his team I was never left in the dark. Every question I had was answered promptly, and every legal step was explained. Rich was incredibly well-prepared during mediations, court appearances, and I always felt like I had someone strong and steady in my corner. I highly recommend Rich Garofalo team to anyone going through a divorce, especially if you want someone who is both a fierce advocate, and a compassionate guide. Rich is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable, and I am very grateful he was representing me in my divorce case.

After being married for 20+ years, I was about to start a very complicated divorce process. I didn't even know where to start. A friend has recommended Rich to me. He was her attorney representing her in a highly complex divorce a few years ago, and she spoke very highly of him. Even though I had met... several other lawyers before meeting Rich, I hired him immediately. He was straightforward, patient, understanding, and beyond knowledgeable. He had the upper hand in my long two-year divorce. I always got what I wanted and needed. He did not take no for an answer. He gave me a sense of security and safety. I felt protected. He always made himself available, including on weekends. I had a 24/7 support system. Rich won the whole case for me, and I am beyond grateful. If you are in the process of looking for a divorce attorney, do not think twice. Richard Garofalo is your person.

Fourteen years ago, when my marriage was ending, I tried to find a lawyer to represent me that shared my vision. It was an extremely emotional time and I searched for someone that would understand my needs, and would fight for what I needed to survive. I found that professional in Richard Garofalo,... who came highly recommended. When emotions were getting the better of me, he kept me in check. He was responsive. He was clear, and spent the time getting to know me and my case. But most of all, he kept me focused. The entire process was easier with Richard by my side. I was awarded by the court everything that I needed for my future. Richard then took on the task preparing new wills and health directives. Everything was set, until my former husband decided to up and leave the country, and with that, all his financial responsibilities to me just 6 years after the divorce was final. Again, I called on Richard. He took the reins. Just as I was about to give up and thought all was lost, his incredible knowledge of the law, won me the right to garnish my former spouse’s pension for the arrears. Once that was completed, my former spouse and I made a new deal, and again, Richard was called upon to make sure that my future would be protected. Unfortunately during that process we found the pension board had taken away my lifetime benefit during the garnishment. Richard fought the pension board, and I assure you, that was not an easy task. He won, and my rights were returned to me. I can’t say enough about him. He’s been in my corner every step of the way, and I would never think about using anyone but him to protect me. He is the best of the best. He is a fighter. He is a professional. He is ethical. He is just the person you want in your corner when you find yourself in need of a lawyer.

I have known Rich for 48 years. From a personal perspective, he is a person of high integrity and ethics, which transfers into his professional life as well. Rich has handled family law (including the state appeals process), estate planning, and the establishment of our family trust. In all of ...these dealings I have found Rich and his team to be extremely professional, exceptionally knowledgeable, and always thorough. I trust Rich's opinion implicitly and without reservation.