Rona L. Gura

Rona offered a free consult for my complex custody case (non-custodial dad is in another state and I am in NY with our daughter). Though probably all custody and visitation motions are stressful, this was particularly delicate because of the non-custodial dad's prior record with drugs and alcohol, D...V and emotional abuse. Rona guided me through how to move the case's jurisdiction here to NY and how to file motions and do whatever leg work I could on my own to save time and money. This is a case that was on-going since my daughter was born 10 years prior, so you can imagine the exhaustion, frustration and depletion of resources I have endured. Rona graciously gave honest and free consult and did not take a fee or retainer until the time absolutely necessary for her to get involved. This took about a year and half and three separate consults for me to move the case from the other state. Having had to hire two other attorneys for separate motions in another state, who took advantage, and being a child of judges and lawyers, I know the difference between those who are honestly trying to do what they can for their clients' best outcome and those who are just there for the money. Rona sincerely worked for my daughter's best outcome and mine. She does this with what I believe is the understanding that comes from being a good attorney, but also having been on the client's side of the desk, sharing her own wisdom about her own dissolution and custody challenges. I think the latter characteristic makes all the difference in her empathy and approach. When it was time to create an agreement and pay a fee, Rona and her staff continued to bill fairly and saw my case through to its natural end, NOT padding my bill or adding unnecessary steps along the way. More attorneys should emulate the same behavior.

Rona represented me in a divorce with a lot of complicated issues. She was compassionate and I always felt she had my best interest in mind. She kept me informed of the progress in the case and responded in a very genuine manner to a number of scary developments I encountered along the way. I was... very pleased with the outcome and timing of the resolution of the case. I can now move forward and put that chapter of my life behind me.

Rona was compassionate from the moment I called her to tell her what I needed, until even the moments after my request was completed. I always felt that she was thorough, and out for my best interest. She was fair when it came to what the other party requested, while making sure that I was taken car...e of. She made me feel comfortable at all times, and best of all, she was human. She was not robotic with me, and had lots of patience. Rona came recommended to me by my dad's friend, and I would recommend her to anyone that needs a lawyer in her area of expertise.

No one ever expects to be in a position of having to defend themselves from your spouse of 30 years, however, having gone through this, I can tell you that it is a rollercoaster of emotions and worries. being the working spouse on this case I found myself concerned over the legal cost as well as t...he need to have the best representation possible. Rona Gura and the team where there at every step of this two year long process. Rona was sensitive to my request, always responded on time and kept me informed at every turn and twist. I honestly and whole heartily believe that Rona Gura was and is the best choice for matrimonial defense your money can buy. There will be hard choices and Rona will not hold punches back or sugar coat any issue but you will be properly informed to make decisions. I would recommend Rona Gura, and the team, to anyone that would have the misfortune of going through a similar situation.