Anthony J. Pietrafesa

Anthony J. Pietrafesa

4.2
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 42 years

Debt settlement Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Debt Settlement, Bankruptcy & Debt, Credit Repair ... +4 more

313 E Willow St, Suite 202, Syracuse, NY

About Anthony

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Debt Settlement 40%

We vacate judgments We defend lawsuits We fight foreclosure We sue debt collectors

43 years

40%
Bankruptcy and Debt 25%

Member, National Association of Consumer Advocates

43 years

25%
Credit Repair 10%

32 years

10%
Divorce and Separation 5%

NYS Council on Divorce & Family Mediation

32 years

5%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

Former NYS Assitant Attorney General for Medicaid Fraud adn Nursing Home Abuse

31 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-250 per hour

Contingency

10%-30%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 42 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1983

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Anthony J. Pietrafesa Esq

313 E Willow St, Suite 202, Syracuse, NY, 13203

Anthony J. Pietrafesa Esq

1971 Western Avenue, #181, Albany, NY, 12203

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Anthony J. Pietrafesa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by BRANDON | April 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Very honest and hard working lawyer.

Fifteen years ago a judgement was filed against me. I was never served or sent any kind of notification of a hearing or court date. A month after the judgement was filed I recieved a letter stating I had a judgement filed against me for a debt that was fraudulent. The next day I went to the court tha...t it was filed with and was told there was nothing I could do to reverse the judgement. My wife and I spent 5 years going back and forth with the collections agencies it was assigned to, none could ever give any information of the debts origins, who the debt was with, or how it came to go directly to a judgement with no notifications made to me. My wife was able to get this debt taken off my credit with all the agencies, so I thought that it was solved. Last year we when to sell our house, and found a lein on our title for the mysterious debt. We were at a loss on how to fix this. No lawyer seemed to deal with this type of debt, everyone wanted me to file bankruptcy. I was give Tony's number from an attorney in New York City. Once Tony had the case he resolved it within a month. His fees were very reasonable and was very happy with everything he has done for my family.

Posted by Sandra | January 14, 2015 | Debt Collection

Great Experience --- twice!!!

I've used Anthony Pietrafesa twice. Once in 2008 and again these past 3 months -- most recently for a judgement for a debt that I supposedly owed a junk debt buyer that dated back over 5 years ago in New York. It just popped up out of no where with no record of it being on my credit report. I live i...n the D.C. Metro area now and I new that there was no way that I was going to be able to fight this, so I e mailed Anthony and he was able to vacate the judgement quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend this lawyer. He kept me up to date on everything and made me feel comfortable through the whole process. Most importantly, his fee is reasonable. You really can't ask for anything better.

Posted by AJ | May 23, 2014 | Debt Collection

Well versed debt/credit lawyer, and a nice guy as a bonus!

Anthony represented me in a 13 year old fraudulent debt case, where I was blindsided by the well known Mel S. Harris debt collection law firm. Anthony's knowledge, confidence, candor, and positive attitude certainly eased my nerves, as he did everything that he promised- right down to ensuring that m...oney that was taken out of my accounts was returned. He worked immediately on my case, and worked above and beyond (even well past business hours and on weekends) to ensure that I was comfortable and that we were taking the right steps and making progress. I was very impressed with his expertise, resourcefulness, and I was taken at his ability to explain everything in depth so I would understand every option or decision we would make. Though I hope I never need to, I would look to him in the future with any similar concerns.

Posted by Thomas | January 10, 2014 | Debt Collection

Review of work done on my case by Mr Pietrafesa

Mr Pietrafasa worked for me on a credit card notice of claim case.After the first conversation and sending Mr Pietrafesa my paperwork he had a response to the collection company and faxed to me within 48hrs!.Mr Pietrafesa was understanding,returned all callsand charged a very fair rate. Having w...orked with lawyers in criminal cases for over 23 years I can say that without a doubt Me Pietrafesa is at the top of his game and knows his law to the highest degree.

Posted by Linnea | November 19, 2013 | Debt Collection

Highly Recommended!!!

Anthony handled a debt collection quickly and professionally. I would highly recommend Anthony to anyone who has ever had debt problems, even if the debt is 5-10 years old, as mine was. Anthony even recovered money from a frozen bank account taken by a debt collection agency. Absolutely the best!...!

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Anthony J. Pietrafesa's Lawyer Endorsements

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H VanHee

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege of watching Tony in action. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. He prides himself on sticking up for the "little guy" when the well-funded banks and credit companies come calling. I wholeheartedly recommend Tony if you have a bankruptcy or debt issue. Simply stated, you won't find a better advocate for these matters than Tony."

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Brent Hardy

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Anthony without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."

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Robert Nahoum

Debt collection lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anthony is a highly knowledgeable and skilled advocate. I know his work and know him to be the go to consumer attorney in up-state New York. For these reasons, I do not hesitate to endorse this lawyer."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Anthony. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Peter Lane

Debt settlement lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Pietrafesa. He is a skilled advocate who provides quality representation for consumers."

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Nathan McKinney

Credit repair lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer answers with well thought through competence. Great lawyer to have on you're side"

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Richard Elie

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pietrafesa is quick on his feet, knows the debtor/creditor law, and will diligently work on achieving the best results possible."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Allison Hamilton

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anthony Pietrafesa is a highly regarded attorney. I give him my highest recommendation."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Daniel Tam

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community"

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Eugene Castagliuolo

Litigation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you want one of the best consumer attorneys around today, then you should hire Anthony Pietrafesa."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2003 - 2008

Deputy General Counsel, NYS OCFS

1999 - 2003

Assistant Counsel, NYS HESC

1995 - 1999

Assistant Attorney General, New York State Attorney General's Office

1986 - 1999

Partner, Westerman & Pietrafesa

Associations

2006 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Five Star Bank vs Ciccarelli

Client wins $10,000, avoids $10,000

Sunmark FCU vs Wilkinson

Settled

Hess vs Cohen & Slamowitz

settled

Ellis vs Cohen & Slamowitz LLP

Settled

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Education

1981

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Colgate University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Collection Law from Start to Finish Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

2016

Advanced Collection Law How the CFPB Affects Collection Law

Publications

Languages

American Sign Language

Activity

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