Barrett D. Mack

Barrett D. Mack

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Albany, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Appeals

270 Mount Hope Drive, Albany, NY

About Barrett

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 21 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mack & Associates, PLLC

270 Mount Hope Drive, Albany, NY, 12202

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Barrett D. Mack's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

171 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 39 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best!

I have worked with Barrett over the course of the last three years on two separate custody cases. He was both knowledgeable and professional. Barrett took the time to know every detail of my case and set clear goals for me with open communication. There were times I witnessed him be aggressive in ...the courtroom to defend me, despite us never requiring a trial. I could not have asked for anyone better to represent me, I am extremely thankful for him and his team.

Posted by Ilyssa | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Barrett is the best advocate and attorney you will find!

I hired Barrett because he showed me within minutes of meeting him that he understood what my goals and priorities were for my divorce and life. He was in agreement with me on big-picture goals but never just told me what I wanted to hear. He offered a dynamic approach to meeting my goals. He explain...ed the difficult aspects of my case with understanding and compassion. Barrett laid out a strategy and timeline from the start, and we stuck to that throughout the process. He expertly applied the law to my case, explained what he thought might happen based on experience, and described the pros/cons of each option. I clicked with him immediately and knew I was going to hire him within the first 10 minutes of our first meeting. Barrett was the trustworthy, confident, powerful, reliable, and friendly presence I needed at an uncertain time. He exudes knowledge, strength, power, respect, and professionalism in the courtroom, during hearings, and conferences. He always came prepared and fought zealously for me. I was in awe of his abilities in the courtroom and with opposing counsel. This man knows how to fight for his clients. I constantly felt proud and lucky to have him leading my team. He juxtaposes that strength with kind, empathetic, friendly, and helpful conversations and meetings with clients. I always felt like his top priority. He was constantly working to meet my goals - big and small. It's clear he's well respected by his peers, and his stellar reputation lends itself well to your case. He is fully devoted to his clients. On a personal level, I found Barrett to be friendly, approachable, kind, funny, and empathetic. His personality and friendly, upbeat attitude were especially welcome before court appearances when I was feeling nervous. I'm not sure how someone with such confidence, knowledge, power, and command can be so chill, down-to-earth, and kind. Barrett manages to spell out a realistic view of your case without offering false hope or unrealistic expectations. He is patient and strives to understand you and your goals. I felt he truly cared about the outcome of my case, and I never felt like just another client or that Barrett was only in this for the money. He wanted things to work out for me. He made sure his role in my divorce was a positive one. Everything he advised had a strategy and plan behind it, which was explained if I ever had questions. I was never left wondering what was going to happen, what something meant, or even wondering about Barrett's own impression of my case. I was in the loop all the time and in real-time. Barrett was supportive and encouraging. I think most people need support from a multitude of people to make it through a divorce feeling human. Barrett was instrumental in that support for me. I was pleasantly surprised at how accessible Barrett makes himself to his clients. I *never* went more than a few hours without a response. Most times, Barrett would respond to me within minutes of texting, emailing, or calling. Barrett made himself available literally anytime I needed anything. Literally anytime. He always takes his time with you to answer all your questions fully. I am so incredibly grateful and lucky to have found this firm. I'm certain things would have been very different if I had hired some other attorney. Barrett's expertise, reputation, knowledge, and understanding of the law are invaluable. Access to a team like the one at Mack & Associates is invaluable. It's worth it to have such representation and support. Clients should feel proud to have them as representation; opposing parties should not underestimate them. Mack & Associates, and Barrett in particular, have my absolute highest and most fervent recommendation. I thank them all and cannot express my gratitude enough!

Posted by Nichole | May 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent Representation

From the moment I met the Barrett I could sense his professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to his clients. He was attentive to my needs, listened carefully to my concerns, and kept me informed every step of the way. The entire firm was so pleasant and helpful. Throughout the proceedings Barret...t demonstrated exceptional legal skills, thoroughness, and attention to detail. He navigated the complex landscape with confidence and skill, always keeping my best interests in mind. Thanks to his hard work, I was able to achieve an outcome that exceeded my expectations. His dedication and perseverance truly made a difference in my life and the life of my children I highly recommend him to anyone who needs legal representation in a custody dispute.

Posted by Jen | April 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best of the best

Attorney Barrett and his team were exceptional. I needed to switch attorneys as our trial was getting set to begin and he was recommended to me. I was very nervous about the switch however they exceeded all of my expectations. They were attentive, knowledgeable and responsive. Our custody case was co...mplicated and on the heels of my sisters death. It was handled with professionalism and he came up to speed very quickly. They came to know to my family well and that level of knowledge was critical in my case. I would recommend him to anyone but especially if your custody case is complicated or not a typical case.

Posted by Alan | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Though we lost, Barrett is still #1

It’s hard to give a top score when you’ve lost a case, so this tells you how good this guy is. His office is a well-oiled, efficient machine. He’s a hands-on, dedicated, knowledgeable strategist, & compassionate person whose exterior is a tough-as-nails, fearless legal pro.

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Barrett D. Mack's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patrick Jordan

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Barrett since law school and highly recommend him. He has built his practice into one of the leading firms in the area through zealous representation of his clients. Barrett continues to give back to both his professional and local communities."

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Michael Belsky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Barrett is a professional when dealing with other lawyers and his knowledge of the law is what I respect when dealing with him. He is a zealous advocate for his client."

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Gregory Teresi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barrett is a professional in every sense of the word. He will fight for your rights and see your case through to the end. The things I have seen him do for his clients are above and beyond the average attorney."

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Andrew Wood

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a professional to work with."

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Daniel Ross

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced with Barrett for over ten years in numerous Family Court cases. He is always well prepared and always a zealous advocate for his clients. At the same time he is ready to settle a case if it is in his client's best interest. His reputation and credibility are his greatest assets which make him a pleasure to work with as opposing counsel and only inure to his client's benefit. I recommend Barrett without any reservation."

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Kayla Molinaro

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barrett is an exceptional attorney. His dedication to his clients and professionalism is unwavering. Barrett goes above and beyond for his clients by making sure he is easily accessible and will never put less than 100% into every one of his cases. If you want a lawyer who will fight for you, and prides himself on hard work and ethics, I would highly recommend Barrett Mack."

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Lorraine Silverman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barrett Mack is an excellent attorney. He is a tireless advocate in and out of the courtroom, yet he is patient and seemingly always available to his clients and colleagues. He is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to family law. I would highly recommend him."

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Elena Tastensen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Barrett is an experienced trial lawyer, and fierce advocate for his clients. He possesses a terrific combination of trial experience and superb negotiation skills, so that he is able to procure the best outcome for his clients, whether before trial or during trial. He is a trustworthy adversary, and a pleasure to work with."

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Kevin O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as I have known him for years. Barrett is the epitome of professionalism. He is a tenacious advocate, knowledgeable, and also willing to negotiate settlements to avoid unnecessary expense and litigation. He never makes a case personal, which is a benefit to counsel, the court and the parties. Without reservation, I recommend him."

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Laura Hoffman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Barrett is an excellent attorney with an outstanding character and reputation. I have had the pleasure of being his opponent on several cases and have always been impressed with his knowledge of the law and his professionalism. Barrett is a zealous advocate and extremely dedicated to his clients. I recommend his services without reservation."

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James Gross

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Barrett is a brilliant and meticulous attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is always available to ensure all his clients' needs are met. Barrett is also very understanding and compassionate making it very easy to talk to him. Highly endorse Barrett."

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Shalini Natesan

Unknown lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Barrett is a brilliant attorney, with several years of experience in a variety of legal matters. He is always available to his clients and is a keen and dedicated advocate. Barrett provides high quality legal work and has a great depth of knowledge. He is professional and hardworking and an excellent choice for legal representation."

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Matthew Hug

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Barrett is a phenomenal attorney and has distinguished himself in a variety of legal disciplines. In addition to being highly skilled in the practice of matrimonial and family law (as well as other areas) he has mastered the art of client service. Anyone that finds themselves in the market for an attorney knows the uneasiness that comes with finding the right person for an extraordinarily important time in their lives; and if Barrett is chosen they can be confident that they have found someone that will not only fight zealously for them, but will treat them the way a client should be treated. And that is a rarity. I cannot speak highly enough about Barrett and recommend his services whenever I have the opportunity."

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William Onofry

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Friend

"Although the Avvo site makes you limit your endorsement to one field at a time, there's no bounds to the abilities of Barrett when it comes to excellent representation. Knowing him since childhood, Barrett's always been a hard-working individual. He's tireless and fights for what's right. He knows the law, is respected by his peers (of which I'm happy to say I'm one, as well as a friend) and recognized for outstanding service - to clients and community. Barrett's comfort and confidence in the courtroom or conference room, his congenial personality and his true concern for others makes him shine. A family man himself, he's the one you want in your corner when you're addressing family-, civil- or business-related matters. Overall, I never hesitate to look to Barrett for personal or professional advice. And when it comes to referring clients, family or friends to a seasoned advocate, he's always atop my list. A great person. A superb lawyer. A great choice if you need help."

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Karen Rhoades

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mack is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I have had the pleasure being his opponant on many cases and have been impressed with his knowledge of law and his character. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Scott Peterson

Unknown lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having known Barrett since law school, I do not hesitate to send clients and others his way for advice in matrimonial, family or ERISA matters. Barrett is intelligent, professional, hard working and unpretentious; qualities that I as an attorney would look for in any professional."

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Anthony Buono

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barrett was my subtenant for a couple of years so I had the opportunity to get to know him well and see him in action. I have seen few attorneys who work as hard as Barrett. He is dedicated to his clients and really gives all his cases 110 percent. He also is a good man and easy to deal with. He is one of the best young lawyers in Columbia County."

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Joseph Drescher

Family lawyer

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Patrick Jordan

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Michael Belsky

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lucas Mihuta

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory Teresi

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Wood

Family lawyer

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Daniel Ross

Estate planning lawyer

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Kayla Molinaro

Family lawyer

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Elena Tastensen

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Laura Hoffman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Matthew Hug

Appeals lawyer

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William Onofry

Estate planning lawyer

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Scott Peterson

Employment and labor lawyer

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Karen Rhoades

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Buono

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Swyer Companies Leadership Award, The Legal Project, Capital District Women's Bar Association

2013

Top 12 Businesses, Albany's Finest

2008

Pro Bono Award, Capital District Women's Bar Association

2006

Brigid Nolan Memorial Award for Pro Bono Services, The Legal Project

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Mack & Associates, PLLC

2010 - 2014

Founding Partner, Fitzsimmons, Mack and Mills, P.C.

2009 - 2010

Partner, Fitzsimmons & Mack, P.C.

2007 - 2014

Assistant County Attorney, Columbia County Attorney's Office

2005 - 2008

Associate, The Goldstein Law Firm, P.C.

Associations

2017 - Present

Bethlehem Soccer Club

Board of Directors

2017 - Present

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region

Treasurer

2016 - Present

U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey

CJA Panel of Attorneys

2010 - Present

Schoharie County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Columbia County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Albany County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Funaro v. Funaro, 141 A.D.3d 893, (3rd Dep’t, 2016)

On Appeal, our firm was able to have this award upheld by the Appellate Court.

Zakariah SS., v. Tara TT, 2016 N.Y. App. Div. LEXIS 6833, (3rd Dep’t, 2016)

The matter has been sent back to the Family Court for further proceedings.

People v. Clapper, 2015 NY Slip Op 08464

Appeal Won

People v. Davis, 72 A.D.3d 1292, (3rd Dep't 2010)

Appeal Won

People v. Perez, 93 A.D.3d 1032, (3rd Dept. 2012).

Appeal Won

People v. Russ, 986 N.Y.S.2d 364, (3rd Dep't 2014)

Appeal Won

Matula v. Matula, 159 A.D.3d 1074, (Third Dep't., 2018)

Appeal Won

Montoya v. Davis, 156 A.D.3d 132 (Third Dep't., 2017)

Appeal Won

Rosenheck v. Schachter, 166 A.D.3d 1354, (3rd Dep't, 2018)

Appeal Won

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Education

2004

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2001

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

New York State Bar Association

Family Court Mock Trial CLE

2015

Empire Justice Center

Trial tips; techniques in advocacy-Written Agreements

2015

Capital District Matrimonial Law Breakfast Club Trial Series

Do’s and Don’ts of Written Separation Agreements

2010

Legally Speaking

Child Custody and Child Support in the State of New York

2009

Legally Speaking

Child Custody and Child Support in the State of New York

N/A

Retirement and Asset Protection Seminar

Basic Estate Planning

Publications

2005

New York State Bar Association Journal Tax Alert--Major Changes in Rules Governing NQDCAs

Languages

English

Activity

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