My experience is similar to the other one star rating. I was blindsided with a protective order that was the opening salvo in a nasty divorce and contacted Mr. Pearlstein as a result of glowing testimonials. With the PO I needed immediate representation and, to be fair, he said he had schedule confli...cts with existing cases but eventually said he represent me. I was contacted by a junior attorney who brushed aside questions about experience and strategy, including my desire for a continuation of the case for better preparation and why she was wasting resources attempting to serve a subpoena on my spouse when we were due in court the following day (the charge came for that folly was about $700 as I recall). Cut to the chase, my desire for a continuance was brushed off; the junior attorney had poor trial skills, including a complete inability to cross-examine; a 1 year PO w/3 hrs a week of supervised visitation was imposed, despite my spouse's; and I was hit with an additional $800 bill. The junior attorney stopped responding to my calls and I turned to MY SPOUSE'S ATTORNEY for recommendations on visitation supervisors, which turned out to be the best advice I received in my divorce, as the supervisor became my best witness. My eventual attorney couldn't understand the rationale for the decisions that were made at this important event, which set the acrimonious tone and put me in an unnecessary hole, which was eventually mitigated but never overcome. I'm sure that Mr. Pearlstein is an excellent attorney; I've heard more than one person rave about him. Unfortunately one can only shower him with accolades if one receives his representation, not that of a less competent surrogate.

I am from India. I did not know anything about US law system. My daughter is a US citizen. I was represented by Mr Brian Pearlstein and Ms Maureen Renehan- Brodsky, Renehan, Pearlstein & Bouquet chartered. My case was very complicated- custody battle for my daughter which was going on for 5 years. W...hen my brother first suggested Mr Pearlstein to me, I was very apprehensive if anybody would really understand my situation . Not only did Mr Pearlstein and Maureen understand what was going on they made sure that everybody in the court room did. As I was in India, I went to US only for the trial which was 12 months later after the case was first filed in the court. They had to cross many hurdles even before the trail without my presence in the court. They were always prompt with answering all my questions and concerns, supported me emotionally and were always there for me. He was always very quick to respond, made himself available during times that most would consider after hours. I cannot thank them enough. Mr Pearstein was brilliant and outstanding in the court. In the courtroom he is incredibly prepared and organised. His advice and guidance, I believe, helped shape my case into a much stronger one. I appreciate all the efforts they put into my case and helped me get the custody of my daughter. They are a great team and you would be very fortunate to have them represent you!

There is seriously NO ONE else I would want on my side of the table or courtroom than Mr. Pearlstein. Please do not mistake his demeanor as detached. I have no doubt he has been fully engaged throughout his service as my attorney. I respect his ethics and his conduct. He is not there to be my friend,... and that is how it should be. He does his job, and does it well with and unemotional sense of what is appropriate and what his client can handle. He will NOT push a client to do what he knows they cannot do. But he will advise them well on strategies for future consideration. You may have to give a little today, in order to come back later and fight harder when you CAN. THAT is what makes him outstanding.

Brian Pearlstein (BRP Family Law) earned my highest possible recommendation by clearly out-performing the stellar reputation that preceded him. He was nothing short of spectacular from every aspect imaginable. The whole matter was handled with the utmost class, professionalism and sensitivity. Bri...an devised a comprehensive winning strategy, was always very well prepared, and executed flawlessly. This all resulted in a tremendous outcome for my children and me, while minimizing billing throughout the process. I could not have been more pleased with Brian, his staff, and the result!