Alison M. Aplin

Alison M. Aplin

4.4
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Staten Island, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

281 Rhine Ave, Staten Island, NY

About Alison

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce

35 years

50%
Family 50%

Family Law

35 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Alison Aplin, Attorney

281 Rhine Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10304-4503

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Alison M. Aplin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Made a Miserable Divorce Worse

Hired her. Knowledgeable. Completely unfriendly. Not supportive. Waits til last minute to prepare leaving it to the judge to make decisions without supporting documentation. You don’t feel like she’s trying to win for you, just go along with the other side to get through it. Fees fair and properly... applied. Unpleasant person for a lousy process.

Alison Aplin

Replied last December 30, 2020

Not providing a name should be a clear indication that this is not a real client with any actual knowledge of my manner of practice. I would suspect most of my adversaries would disagree with this review as I rarely "just go along with the other side". In fact I zealously advocate for my clients. I am presently representing second and third generations within the same family. Divorces are not pleasant. It is not me that is unpleasant. It is generally the law, the process and the emotional toll that a divorce takes upon the client that is unpleasant. I am; however, direct and candid with my clients at all times.

Posted by John | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ms Aplin gets it done when other lawyers couldn't.

Alison was my third lawyer in a extremely difficult and long drawn out divorce. She was able to get my divorce when my other lawyers couldn't. I had one lawyer who wouldn't fight for me and another who gave me very bad advice. Alison was upfront and honest and also worked very hard throughout my divo...rce. I've read some of the other reviews and disagree with them. Alison was never late or missed a court appointment and always returned my calls. I was only charged for the work that she did. I would highly recommend Alison, not only is she a great lawyer but also has become a friend.

Alison Aplin

Replied last August 07, 2017

Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Would Recommend Her

Knows her field. Doesn't lie about billing. Unfortunately, treats you like the cockroach that you are. Problem if going through a divorce. Things that could be done quickly or more thoroughly aren't because of the system's slowness and because she procrastinates, too. She missed several things t...hat could have been improved had she been more observant. Blew them off later as not important.. Fortunately was only about $25K-$30K in assets. Office staff is overwhelmingly revolting. Just amazing how they grub for money when payment is not a problem.

Posted by Carol and Bob | July 20, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

You want a Champion?....It's Alison Aplin

Going through a recent ,harrowing,extremely stressful divorce of our son,could have resulted in an overwhelming disaster for all involved. The "Saviour"of the circus that was going on for over a year with another NY divorce lawyer,was Alison Aplin. She took over the case,which was going nowhere... for over year,except to wasting the court's time and making that lawyer richer. Alison Aplin is a lawyer for her client and only for his,or her, well-being, not for any self-serving reason. She attacks the case with intelligence,integrity,full knowledge of the court,the opposing lawyer(s),the complete and actual facts of her client's case and,most importantly,with a total understanding of her client. Alison Aplin keeps the proceedings in court on target,aggressively gets the case to completion with the best results for her client. She successfully and most professionally completed our son's divorce in good time and with excellent results. Her knowledge and experience in NY Courts of Law,speak for themselves in an outstanding manner. Alison Aplin gets the "job" done! You most assuredly can place your trust in her very capable hands!!

Alison Aplin

Replied last July 20, 2017

Thank you so much Carol and Bob! It was a pleasure to work with you on your case.

Posted by Nellie Desilvio | July 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best attorney out there!!

I am so glad that I didn't listen to any of these bitter exs' that wrote fake reviews about her! Alison Aplin is the most experienced educated no nonsense attorney out there! Walking into court with her by my side was the most greatest feeling ever! She knows her stuff is well respected by all Judg...es! I'm not going to sugar coat my words or watch how I say what I'm about to say. Alison chewed up my ex and his attorney making them both feel like nothing! She is a pitbull without the aggressiveness. She doesn't even have to shot out to make her point! She is the most educated lawyer out there! There is nothing that you or any attorney can pull on her, she knows your move before you think about it! She is upfront about everything! Alison Aplin is worth every penny plus she makes sure you get what you deserve and then some! ❤️❤️

Alison Aplin

Replied last July 19, 2017

Thank you so much!

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"I endorse this lawyer. Alison is a very dedicated advocate for her client and her results speak for themselves. She is always on time, always prepared and never engages in time-wasting litigation. She is a powerful opponent! I thoroughly enjoy battling Alison in the courtroom and look forward to the next clash."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Alison Aplin, Esq

Education

1984

Saint Francis College

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

St Johns University

Languages

English

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