Gus Michael Farinella

Gus Michael Farinella

4.8
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 31 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Tax, Criminal Defense

130 West 15th Street, The Sierra Building Suite, New York, NY

About Gus

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 80%

All chapters of Bankruptcy, Mortgage Foreclosure Litigation, Loan Modifications, Lien Avoidance & Cram Downs, 722 Redemptions, All Adversary Proceedings10

31 years | 5,000 cases

80%
Tax 10%

31 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1997

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 31 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Gus Michael Farinella PC

130 West 15th Street, The Sierra Building Suite, New York, NY, 10011

Law Offices of Gus Michael Farinella Pc

110 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 100, New York, NY, 11001

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Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by David Lyle | July 13, 2015

Well versed, reliable and affective.

Gus and his entire staff have helped is in several different legal issues throughout the years. His ability to understand and negotiate legal issues is extraordinary. All his staff are responsive and highly versed. We have contacted him for advise on issues small and large and would recommend him ...without reluctance.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2015 | Foreclosure

Honest and Trustworthy Lawyer

I heard about Gus from a Radio Ad for an Advocate Attorney to prevent Foreclosures and assist me with the legal process with my Bank. I became unemployed in 2012, from a very well paying job, and was unable to keep up with my Mortgage Payments. I was constantly on the phone with the Bank and thought ...they would be able and willing to help. However, after stalling for months, and then transferring my loan to a Servicer, I realized I had been "played like a fiddle". From the first day I sat with Gus, he was forthright and explained, that based on the facts of my case; he thought he could help me. He added that he would review the case further, speak to the bank, and would then quote me a flat fee price. He said he would be honest. If he thought he could not help me, he would tell me. Unfortunately, things have taken longer than expected (due to unexpected financial issues on my part) and we have been working on this for over a year. His Paralegal, Sue has demonstrated time and again, that she truly understands what needs to be done, and always strives to that end. As of today, we continue to work toward getting my Mortgage Modification, and I hope to see it resolved favorably in the next few months. Most lawyers would have been on the phone immediately to collect additional monies. Not Gus! Gus has been a true partner in this Major Crisis in my life, and he embodies what a truly Honest and Trustworthy Attorney is. The Legal Profession could use a lot more lawyers like him. I have recommended him to a friend who is in a similar situation, and would do so again without reservation!

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2001

Chapter Leader Appreciation Award, St. Jude's Children's Hospital LI

Work Experience

1988 - 1994

Senior Vice President, Consumer Budget Counsling

Associations

1995 - 2001

Nassau County Bar Association

Education

1994

St. John's University School of Law

1991

Hofstra University

Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2006

Consumer Rights in Debt Collection

Bankruptcy

1995

Lawyer in a Classroom

Law

Languages

English

Spanish

Punjabi

Italian

Activity

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