Christopher B Kleister

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Christopher B Kleister

4.5
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 24 years

Real estate Lawyer at Washingtonville, NY
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Criminal Defense, Family ... +2 more

85 East Main Street, Washingtonville, NY

About Christopher

Biography

"We make the details of YOUR legal needs OUR business"

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%
Real Estate 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2013

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2002

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Kleister Law Group

85 East Main Street, Washingtonville, NY, 10992-1289

kleisterlawgroup.com

Online Presence

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Christopher B Kleister's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by John | October 30, 2017 | Litigation

Highly recommended

Very professional. A real go getter and fighter, very knowledgeable and takes the time to sit with you to answer all your questions. Also willing to work with you on a payment budget for your retainer. Makes you feel very competent and comfortable when in the courtroom.

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2017

Review

Easy to work with. Completed business in a timely and professional manner. His assistant is extremely helpful and understanding. They made me very relaxed and explained everything.

Posted by Karen | October 30, 2017 | Divorce & Separation

The most Professional and Compassionate Lawyer you will ever meet

In 2008, my husband decided that he wanted a divorce after 25 years of marriage. He decided that he never loved me and wasted his life on me. As shocked as I was, I knew I had to speak to a Lawyer about protecting myself and my then 19 year old daughter. I had a house with a mortgage and I only was a...ble to secure part-time employment. I had made a few appointments with different lawyers and it was always the same during the free consultation. The first thing that was discussed was the fee and how it had to be paid. They did not care abour how I felt or what I was going through. I finally decided to speak to a Lawyer whose daughter was friends with my daughter during High School. Legal Separation/Divorce was not his speciality. However, he knew of a lawyer who handled this type of work and recommended me to Chris. When I had my initial consultation, the main focus of our conversation involved mine and my daughters welfare. He asked alot of questions and showed honest concern for my situation. He also explained about pensions, social security benefits and why it would be better for me to have a legal separation in place first before a divorce. I felt very comforable speaking with him and knew he was the right Lawyer to handle my case. Only at the end of the consultation did we discuss his fee, which I might add is extremely reasonable. Thanks to Chris's diligent work on my behalf, I have an Iron Clad Separation Agreement which will turn into a Divorce Decree when the time comes and will protect me for quite some time. I must also add that Chris has the most wonderful staff any Lawyer could ask for. I have asked Jenn numerous real estate questions and she always took the time to answer, even if she was in the middle of something and no matter how ridiculous my questions were. I have called Rachael too many times to count, asking questions that she was very skillfull at answering without having to ask Chris. In closing, I have the utmost respect and appreciation for all of you. I do not even want to think what would happen if I had used another Lawyer. Thank you

Posted by Anthony | October 30, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Chris Kleister, a good man, a good lawyer.

Wise, able and honest, his fees are fair. You simply cannot ask for a better lawyer to guard your rights. He has a kind heart, a quick mind, and he understands human nature. His years are yet youthful, but his experience is seasoned, which is to say that he knows the law, and that very little is beyo...nd his practice. When he represents you, he is always well armed in his arguments for your case. He’ll step forth and be an earnest and strong advocate on your behalf. But while a fierce, fiery warrior in court, he can be compassionate, generous, even gentle in your private conferences with him. I could highly recommend Chris Kleister as a first-rate, astute attorney, but by his trustworthy conduct, his ethical uprightness, and his skillful, accomplished professional presence, he recommends himself.

Posted by Mimi | October 30, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Attorney review

My experience with the Kleister law firm was a very good experience. Mr Kleister assured me that he would work on my behalf and he did. The Kleister Law Group were very professional and they all kept me up to date on my case. There were times when I needed answers to some of my questions and Jenn a...nd Rachel kept me up to date on everything. I would definitely refer the group regarding any kind of issue you may have.

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Christopher B Kleister's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Mahon

Litigation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris Kleister is a diligent, hard working and competent litigator who bonds well with his clients. I would recommend him highly."

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Stephan Futeral

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Other

"As a fellow contributor to various online legal communities, Christopher demonstrates himself to be a highly knowledgable attorney in various practice areas such as criminal defense."

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Stephan Futeral

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best Law Firms - New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorneys - New York, American Jurist Institute

2018

Best Attorney - Hudson Valley, Times-Herald Record Readers' Choice

2018

Best Real Estate Attorney - Hudson Valley, Times-Herald Record Readers' Choice

2018

Best Law Firm - Hudson Valley, Times Herald-Record Readers' Choice

2018

10 Best Family Law Attorneys - New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best Bankruptcy Attorneys - New York, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

10 Best Family Law Attorneys - New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Top 100 Bankruptcy Lawyers in the Nation, The National Advocates

2017

Best Real Estate Attorney - Hudson Valley, Times-Herald Record Readers' Choice

2017

Best Law Firm - Hudson Valley, Times Herald-Record Readers' Choice

2017

10 Best Law Firms - New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best Family Law Attorneys - New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Best Real Estate Attorney - Hudson Valley, Times Herald-Record Reader's Choice

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

2012

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Partner, The Kleister Law Group

Associations

2012 - Present

Orange County Chamber

Member

2005 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Education

2001

Pace University School of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1998

Mount Saint Mary College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1994

Washingtonville High School

Languages

English

Activity

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