Deanna L. Siegel

Deanna L. Siegel

2.6
Rating: 3.8

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Schenectady, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +2 more

115 Clinton Street, Schenectady, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021
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About Deanna

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 55%

41 years

55%
Child Support 10%

I have participated in approximately 1000 different child support matters while I was employed by the Department of Social Services. These matters included Uniform Interstate Family Support (UIFSA), petitions to establish child support, violation petitions seeking to secure child support that is unpaid and modification petitions.

10%
Expungement 10%

I have done a large number of expungement hearing representing the Department of Social Services. Since I left the employment of the Department I have represented a number of clients who are attempting to have their indicated reports sealed.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 125-200 per hour

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 41 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1985

Delinquent

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021

Location

Deanna L. Siegel,Esq., PLLC

115 Clinton Street, Schenectady, NY, 12305-2001

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Deanna L. Siegel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.6 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

She took money from me and my family and blocked us from calling her

I am just one of the many families this woman has taken money from with no further correspondence, she blocked our phone numbers , when we called from other unknown numbers she hung up , we filed complaints against her with solid valid proof and she was disciplined but we are yet to receive a refund ...or any monies back she is a professional thief , this originally took place in 2017 , spoke to Her once she asked us to be patient she was the only one paying for her daughters wedding , no ma’am all of the people you robbed did !!!!

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awful

I never leave bad reviews but this I had to I agree with the last review I thought I found the perfect attorney to represent my case and was ready to hire. Trying to get ahold of Deanna was damn near impossible and she would never return my phone calls. Thank god I never handed over any money if thi...s is what you get. In a time of need you expect someone dependable.

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Dont waste your time with Deanna

Initially, I thought Deanna might be a decent lawyer for my divorce. After speaking with her more I became increasingly aware of her unprofessionalism. She is very hard to get up with. She seldom answers her phone and her voice mailbox is always full. She seems too busy to get back in a timely manner... and seems very disorganized. On both times I met with her she forgot I was coming and was in a hurry to be somewhere else. She told me that she would represent me and then when I needed her the most she backed out and said that she did not have the time and was "too busy" Please don't waste your time with Deanna Siegel. She will be nice at first and then pull the rug out from under you when you need her the most.

Posted by Charlie B. | September 25, 2014 | Family

An EXCELLENT Lawyer

I've recently had to hire Deanna on pretty short notice for a family court case in Schenectady. Knowledgeable, professional and ethical do not begin to describe her as a lawyer. I have had the run arounds by other lawyers in the past...Deanna told me what she was going to try to accomplish, she went ...in AND GOT IT DONE. There was no "we're going to try and get you the best deal" , she cares about what is in the best interest for her clients and their families. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

Posted by Robert | February 15, 2014

A wonderful Lawyer

I went to Deanna with a big problem and asked her to help me. I gave her all the information that she needed and away she went. I received my ultimate goal this week and I have what I classify, as the Best lawyer!! I am so happy with this!! I highly recommend this lawyer for what ails you, you wi...ll be very happy with the results!! Thank you Deanna!!!

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Experience

Rating:  3.8 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.

Suspension issued in NY, 2021

updated on 10/15/2021

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1987 - 2008

Deputy County Attorney, County Attorney with Schenectady County Department of Social Services

1985 - 1987

Associate Attorney, Eidens and Dickson

1983 - 1985

Clerk, Fairleigh and Dickenson and Schenectady Federal Savings Bank

Associations

2000 - Present

Schenectady County Bar Association

1995 - Present

Duanesburg Republican Party

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Matter of Stephen C

The Court denied the father's Art. 78 Application

Matter of Tanajhia "A"

The Court overturned the decision to return child.

Matter of the Adoption of Sergio "LL"

The Court sustained the lower Court's ruling

Matter of Micah "HH"

The Court sustained the lower Court's finding.

Matter of Veronica "T"

The Court sustained the lower court ruling.

The Matter of Edward "QQ"

Appeal dismissed

The Matter of Jessee "DD"

The Court sustained the lower court ruling.

Matter of Christopher "O"

Court sustained most of the lower Court's ruling

Matter of Tami "G"

Court sustained lower court's ruling of neglect

In the Matter of Anthony "T"

Court sustained lower court decision.

In the Matter of David "J"

Court found that children were properly returned

Matter of Nicole "T"

Court sustained the lower court finding of abuse

Matter of Jasmine "T"

Appellate Court upheld the lower court"s decision.

Matter of Rosemary "ZZ"

Court sustained finding of Family Court.

Mihaly v Mahoney

Court sustained dismissal against Mahoney

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Education

1983

Vermont Law School

Juris Doctor

1980

University of Buffalo

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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