Joseph A. Arabbo

Joseph Arabbo

Ashley, I must admit that it is frustrating to see someone you fought so hard for, spent countless hours on the phone with, SUCCESSFULLY reunited them with their child who was taken away from them, resolve their matter and put them in a MUCH BETTER position than before they met you, act in this totally unwarranted and disrespectful way. This review came out of NO WHERE. I get that times are tough, but extorting money and defaming the person who cared about you and your family when NO ONE else did, is just not cool. It should be noted that this client was referred to me by another previous happy client and this client is the ONLY review that isn't 5 stars - really makes you think.... First, I want to reinforce and emphasize that my commitment to my clients is unwavering. I always conduct myself ethically, with great care, respect and compassion for all my clients. All of my reviews have been 5-stars across the board and continue to be, with the exception of this one, single, outlier client. And as angry as this makes me, I actually feel sorry that this person thought that writing a 1-star review and demanding money was a kind and respectful thing to do after everything this client knows I did for her. Something must be going on in her personal life to feel that attacking the person who helped her get her life on track is something she should do. All of my clients have been incredibly happy and grateful that I represented them - even this one, until she decided she was somehow entitled to some money back over a year later and after an incredible representation experience. And she rates me at 1- star? Not even a 3 or 4 star. The proof is in the public record demonstrating how great of a position I put this client in and how hard I fought for her. Even the judge, prosecutor and probation officers will tell you. I worked tirelessly to ensure that every client receives the best possible representation and I am proud of the results I have achieved on every client’s behalf, especially this one. Putting a family back together is no small undertaking. Regarding the matter of fees, I absolutely refute and condemn the suggestion that I would ever deceive or take advantage of a client. I have always been transparent and forthright about my fees and the scope of my representation. My clients always get much more than their money's worth with me. It's never been about the money with me. Just like everyone else, my agreement with this client was done so with this client’s full knowledge, consent and signature. I find it troubling that this client would suggest otherwise. Ashley, it’s frustrating and disheartening to read that you felt as though I did not live up to your expectations, especially after months and months of strong representation, personal mentoring and an amazing outcome. I reunited you and your son after being separated due to this legal proceeding, reduced your initial charges and put you on the path to personal success and I am proud of the work I did for you. The rest is up to you. Finally, I want to address the suggestion that I have been unresponsive to your attempts to contact me. I can assure you and those reading this that I have no record of any outstanding fees or reimbursement owed to you. I reached out to you to have a conversation about this, but you immediately demanded thousands of dollars out of me. It’s just weird and fishy. Nevertheless, I am always available to my clients, and I would be happy to speak with you again to address any concerns you have, and to create harmony and rectify this situation. I hope that my response here has made it clear about where I stand with respect to this one, single, past, and previously very happy client. While I am disappointed with this negative review, I am confident that my track record and reputation speaks for itself, and that future clients will see through the baseless accusations made in this review. Peace, Love and Many Blessings to all