Christopher Michael Judge

Christopher Michael Judge

4.5
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Family

217 S Salina St Ste 7, Syracuse, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2013

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Melvin & Melvin, PLLC

217 S Salina St Ste 7, Syracuse, NY, 13202-1390

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Christopher Michael Judge's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommended

I hired Mr. Judge in July 2015. He represented me in numerous court appearances over the span of 2 years. Since this was my first experience with court proceedings I found it quite daunting; Mr. Judge took the time to explain everything so that I understood the process every step of the way. There ...were numerous times that I wanted to settle the case, however Mr. Judge pushed me forward. In the end I was able to get more than I expected out of all 3 of my proceedings, and I was awarded the best possible outcome. I cannot express in words how thankful I am that Mr. Judge is a caring, compassionate, and highly driven lawyer. Mr. Judge will represent you as if you are his only client. He goes above and beyond what is required of any lawyer. Mr. Judge cares about the end result and strives to get the best possible outcome. I highly recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Suzane | July 29, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Review

Much of this research was compiled without my knowledge and unfortunately this research was not useful to me in that the Attorney released himself from this case by claiming he had lost trust in my judgment due to my choice to visit my critical ill Mother out of Country prior to the hearing of my cas...e. I would never recommend this Attorney for fear that he would walk out at any point in your case when he doesn’t agree with you or fears he will not be able to handle the case.

Christopher Judge

Replied last July 29, 2016

First, this Firm has a deep respect for the privacy of all of its clients and former clients and holds itself to the highest of ethical standards. Accordingly, this Firm will provide only such information in this response as is necessary to protect its reputation. Second, while Client claims that she "would never recommend" this Firm, she has, in fact, referred multiple clients to this Firm even after submitting this review. Third, this Firm did not withdraw from representation, because Client left the country the week before trial, claiming to be visiting her mother. Client terminated this Firm's services after unsuccessfully attempting to engage in conduct which exceeded the professional relationship. This Firm repeatedly requested that Client adjust her conduct. Client would not conform her conduct. After a prolonged period during which this Firm attempted to ignore Client's conduct, Client sent text messages at 8:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning indicating that this Firm no longer represented her. After a telephone conference with Client on the following Monday in which Client admitted that the notice of termination was sent in an attempt to get this Firm to respond to Client's conduct, Client agreed that this Firm could no longer represent her and would need to make a motion to withdraw. To specifically protect Client's privacy and avoid prejudicing her case, this Firm merely informed the Court that there was "an irretrievable breakdown of the attorney client-relationship" and provided the text message in which Client indicated that she wished to terminate this Firm's services. Client informed the Court she consented to the withdrawal, was appointed a new attorney, and given additional time to prepare for trial with her new attorney. This Firm assisted Client's new attorney in catching up in time for trial, including multiple telephone conferences. However, Client's conduct continued even after representation ended. Client's conduct continued until this Firm notified Client that if said conduct did not cease immediately, the Police would be contacted. This review was posted sometime thereafter.

Posted by Kimberly | May 08, 2015

Excellent

Mr. Judge handled my case in a very professional manner. In our meeting he was compassionate, caring, and my work was handled in a very timely fashion. I truly could not be happier with my experience with him. I would highly recommend this attorney!!!

Posted by Sarah | January 08, 2015 | Family

Mr Judge is an amazing lawyer!

My husband and I found ourselves deep in the Family Court system after we took custody of my sisters three kids. She suffers from severe alcoholism and the kids had been living in conditions so bad that they are the stuff Lifetime movies are made out of. It is a complicated case that involves multi...ple fathers and a very unstable mother who has found one reason or another to drag us back to court almost every month for over a year and a half. I can say with confidence that we would not have made it through this process if it weren’t for Christopher Judge. He is a brilliant lawyer; with keen attention to the details. He has been there for my husband and I on every level. His legal advice is smart and insightful, but more than that, he has been our rock when we desperately needed one. He has gone above and beyond what we could have ever expected from our attorney. I would more than just recommend him; I would say that anyone who finds themselves in Family Court would be lucky to have Christopher Judge on their side.

Posted by Tom | December 19, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding

I had recently come home from overseas when I initiated my divorce. I was quickly referred to Chris through some mutual friends and relatives, and obviously I was a little nervous as I had never met him or heard of him prior to this process. Chris worked with me, answering every time I called and mai...ntaining constant communication through e-mail, never leaving me in the dark. At no time did I ever feel lost or confused as Chris would easily break down the divorce process, interpret all legal matters, and keep me in the loop. When my ex-wife decided to make things complicated, Chris easily kept my cool, reassuring me of the process and the consequences of both my actions and hers so I could make timely, sound decisions. I hope to never have to rely on him again, however, if I ever went through this process again, Chris Judge would be the first person I would call. I highly suggest Mr. Judge be the first person you call regarding legal marital procedures and I'm very thankful to have had him on my side.

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Syracuse University College of Law

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