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Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Good attorney but good enough?

Mr. Lento was hired for a Title IX case from the get-go in which he responded timely with appropriate information. The case was resolved with a decent outcome, albeit with the information given I believe it could have been dealt with decidedly better. After all the information was fully presented fr...om both sides, a reasonable outcome would be for the client to be abstained of anything which did not occur. I cannot entirely blame or put fault on Mr. Lento as most colleges if not all have very bias processes and individuals in Title IX offices. That being said, if you are looking for a lawyer that can help give a good outcome then Mr. Lento is your guy but if you are looking for someone who is willing to go over the top and really push for you I would look for someone else. Thank you again for your services, Mr. Lento, they are still very much well appreciated.

Joseph Lento

Replied last November 21, 2020

In reading your review, it appears that you are suggesting while I did a good job and got a good result, you believe I did not do enough and should have achieved a better result - despite there being factors involved entirely outside of my control. Rest assured, I did everything possible on your behalf (bearing in mind what is appropriate in such matters) and achieved the best possible result in light of the allegations against you and the circumstances of the case (a good result that I nonetheless was not altogether personally satisfied with, but a result that had arguable benefits in light of what was at stake). In addition, I continued to address the matter further on your behalf but you choose not to appeal the findings of the hearing panel as is your right. I would of course have liked everything to be to your total satisfaction, but understand I did everything I possibly could to achieve the best possible outcome for you and I remained available to continue the fight. I wish I was the person who decided the case, but that is obviously not how theses matters work. You are correct, however - most colleges have very biased processes and individuals in Title IX offices. As we discussed, the conduct you were accused of would result in an expulsion almost universally if found responsible. Among other allegations against you, you were charged with multiple instances of non-consensual sex (rape by any other name). In addition, the complainant specifically demanded your expulsion. You were found not responsible for the more serious charges and the school placed you on probation. You were able to continue your studies without the typical outcome of expulsion which can literally ruin a young person's life. Additionally, I prepared a comprehensive appeal for you and I did so as a courtesy to the circumstances. At your school, if the appeal was submitted, the prior decision and sanction would be vacated, and there would be a new hearing to decide the matter. After discussions with you and your parents, you decided you did not want to appeal the matter because you were concerned about a new hearing taking place and the strong risk of expulsion if found responsible and rightfully so. In addition, after you decided not to appeal, I discussed pursuing this matter further beyond the school process by seeking recourse with the Department of Education and also the possibility of filing a lawsuit against the school and other involved parties. Although I was ready and willing to continue the fight, you chose not to pursue the matter further as you wanted to put the matter behind you. In sum, I would hope you understand that I did go over the top and really push for you.

Posted by EVAN | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Mr. Lento Helped Clear My Daughter of False Academic Misconduct Charges

We were devastated when we learned that my daughter was falsely accused of academic misconduct by her school. She had worked too hard and sacrificed too much to get into a top university to allow her efforts to be derailed by false allegations. She was planning on going to graduate school and to se...ek professional licensing in her field at a later time and we recognized how serious the potential consequences could be because of these charges. We knew we needed professional help, and as importantly, we knew we needed an attorney who is the best at what he does. We learned of the success and passion Mr. Lento brings to his clients' cases and we asked him to help. Mr. Lento formulated a strategy on my daughter's behalf, directed all efforts with the school to challenge the false allegations, and helped us persevere through a difficult time. It took an incredibly dedicated effort, but Mr. Lento was able to have the charges dismissed against my daughter. Thank you, Mr. Lento!

Joseph Lento

Replied last November 20, 2020

Evan, Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

No regrets

Facing a domestic issue as a male is not a good thing if you look at the statistics. I knew this, so I started researching possible representation. Joe Lento was my choice and there are no regrets. He is responsive, patient, explains things very clearly, and compassionate. From the first moment I h...ad successful contact with him my stress levels decreased.

Joseph Lento

Replied last November 17, 2020

Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Definitely recommend

Joe was open and honest about my case with what to expect and didn't just tell me what I wanted to hear like other attorneys. That being said, he got me the best results possible and did everything in his power to help me with my case and to understand my options.

Joseph Lento

Replied last November 16, 2020

Thank you.

Posted by Mario | November 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended

Joe was very attentive,helpful, and understanding of my situation. He constantly clearly communicated with me via email and phone. He always responded to my questions the same day or next day. I immediately realized i made a good decision hiring him as my lawyer, I highly recommend the Lento Law Fi...rm. They are the only ones that responded to me in a timely fashion, he was actually the only one to me respond the same day.

Joseph Lento

Replied last November 13, 2020

Mariano, Thank you.

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