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Posted by Ashley | March 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Waste of money

Christopher took our retainer and was intimidated by the opposing counsel. Consequently we were forced to retain a different lawyer to represent us.

Posted by Arvin | January 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Paid for Full Representation, Received Minimal Service

I retained this attorney for full representation in my divorce and custody matter and paid a $15,000 flat fee. Unfortunately, my experience fell far short of what was promised. Communication was poor throughout the representation. I was not kept informed of critical developments in my case, includ...ing the withdrawal of a TRO, which I only learned about later through new counsel. I also relied on representations that a custody order I signed was “temporary,” only to later discover that it was treated as a final order. The attorney appeared for only one court appearance, despite the scope of representation covering ongoing divorce and custody proceedings. Due to the lack of preparation, communication, and clarity, I was forced to retain new counsel and incur significant additional legal fees. I pursued a small claims action regarding the fees, and the court awarded a partial refund, recognizing that the services provided did not justify the full amount paid. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this attorney to clients who need clear guidance, transparency, and active representation in serious family law matters.

Posted by jasmine | October 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Only works to hold onto unearned money

I hired Chris to handle a simple immigration matter. He never got back to me and totally missed a deadline in which to respond. When confronted with this fact after I asked for a refund, he stated that the firm had a no refund over 30 days policy. That was months ago. He is holding ont...o my money.

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

No work .......except to retain unearned fees

Hired Chris for some immigration work. Never got a lick of work out of him. Asked for a refund. Told that Jensen Bagnato doesn't refund until 30 days after requested. Still no word back many months later. Nice people. Finally see him working to keep the unearned money.

Posted by Marquis | May 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Custody

Attorney was paid to Get more time and have other party pay half. Was lead to believe he could do it for me. Sounded confident and sure. First hearing he didn't even show up. Sent someone else who had no idea what they were doing and was intimidated by the opposing counsel. Then when case was continu...ed due to poor representation, I was informed that he should've charged me more. His hiring was for him to handle the situation that one time but he didn't even show up and sent someone else. Then when I reiterated that I wanted more time and travel expenses to be split he sounded like it was the first time I ever mentioned it and said he would "try". The main reason he was hired was because he said he can have that happen. Im sure he finalized my case with the opposing counseling having the last laugh and leaving me in the same place I started. Im sorry instead of 4 weeks in the summer he got me "up to 6 consecutive weeks" in the summer. Something I could have gotten myself. Saved me a lot of money. I would not recommend him to anyone. Does not follow through on his part of the job. There are better lawyers.

Christopher Bagnato

Replied last May 17, 2019

I am sorry that this client did not feel served. It happens. No attorneys can Guarantee results, if they do it is both wrong and unethical. This client was expecting the moon and back, At first the court wanted to split 4 weeks into two 2 week visits causing him to pay twice for plane tickets during one summer. I was able to convince the court to allow 4 straight weeks this summer then up to 6 weeks the remaining future summers. I am sorry this client didn't get EVERYTHING he wanted. When clients are unreasonable and want the moon and back, no one can force a Judge to see it their way or the highway. This client received a fair result. If I could guarantee results all the time, i'd be the most power attorney in the world. All we can do is do the best and advocate for our clients. My reputation speaks for itself as a nationally regarded attorney. Be well.

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