Alexandra Burkett

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Alexandra Burkett

4.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Canandaigua, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

66 N Main St, Canandaigua, NY

About Alexandra

Biography

As an attorney that specializes in Matrimonial and Family Law, I regularly handle cases in the areas of Divorce, Custody, Support, Adoption and Qualified Domestic Relations Order. My expertise will be a benefit to clients seeking representation in one of the more difficult times in their lives.

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Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Alexandra Burkett, Esq

66 N Main St, Canandaigua, NY, 14424-1446

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Alexandra Burkett's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 7 of 7 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

AVOID Alexandra Burkett!!

Ms. Burkett sold herself well in our first meeting. She was agreeable and acted compassionate. In hindsight, I feel she was not sincere. I hired her for a divorce that should have been quite simple. As soon as I retained her, things seemed to change. Her paralegal handled all communication (Ms. ...Burkett never was available unless I scheduled a face-to-face meeting). She seemed very unprepared for court, many times acting confused when I referred to the legal documents that her office (obviously her paralegal) prepared. She was always late for court and would then rush in, straight past me into the room with the judge and the opposing lawyer, leaving me in the waiting room and in the dark. I would never be advised of her strategy before court. She delayed proceedings and seemed to be working against me. Many times I felt she was my adversary instead of my representative. It didn't appear that she was listening to my opinions or wishes. Her bill ended up being several thousands more than she quoted me. It also seemed like it took a very long time to get a separation agreement and to finalize. In such a highly emotional situation as a divorce, I would avoid this lawyer. Her lack of attention is upsetting. Seriously, AVOID Alexandra Burkett.

Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2016 | Divorce & Separation

Not recomended

I used her for my divorce and was extremely disappointed with her. The way she represented my case in our early meetings was was much different from how it turned out. I believe that she told me what I wanted to hear in order for me to retain her. My divorce was uncomplicated and should have been e...asy, but I felt that she hindered it's progress in order to get more money from me. I actually ended up paying about $5,000.00 over what she quoted me and when I questioned her, she said that I'd get some money back. I never did. She was also very hard to reach and did not keep me well informed. I also found her to be unprepared for our meetings. She also took almost 2 years to do the QUADRO, which I feel was excessive. She never made me feel that I was a priority and can honestly say that I often felt like I was at battle with her as much as I was with my husband and his attorney. Do yourself a favor and find another attorney. There has to be better ones out there.

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Alexandra Burkett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Fazio

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Alex zealously represents her client, while remaining practical and working with opposing counsel to craft a fair resolution."

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Angelo Rose

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have read a few reviews noted in "client" review section and am quite surprised. I have practiced with and against Alex for well over 10 years. I have referred her in excess of 30 clients, all of whom were very pleased. This is a spectacular attorney--she fights hard for her clients, knows the ins and outs of Family and Divorce law and is extremely well respected by peers (and judges) in the legal community. Strongly recommend this attorney."

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Jennifer Fazio

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Angelo Rose

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Attorney for the Children

1996 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Alexandra Burkett

2010 - 2014

Administrator, Ontario County Assigned Counsel Program

2002 - 2003

Assistant District Attorney, Yates County District Attorney

1997 - 1999

Assistant Public Defender, Seneca County Public Defenders

Associations

2012 - Present

Attorney Grievance Committee for 7th Judicial District

Member

2010 - Present

Finger Lakes Community College Paralegal Advisory Board

Board Member

Committee for the Ontario County Library

Board Member

2016 - 2017

New York State Bar Association, House of Delegates

Delegate

Education

1995

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Suny At Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

M.A.P. Training for Foster Care Parents

Role of the Attorney for Children in Abuse/Neglect Cases

2002

Continuing Judicial Education Training

Orders of Protection

2000

Continuing Legal Education

Child Advocacy Issues

1999

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Grandparent Rights for Custody

Languages

English

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