Ronald L. Goldstein

I consulted Mr. Goldstein regarding a social security matter. My mother accompanied me to the appointment because she helped me fill out the paperwork when I was a minor. For context my mother is a US citizen of Asian descent but English is her second language. During the consultation, Mr. Goldstein ...cut us off many times, didn't address our concerns, and talked very quickly. Due to my mother's language barrier and the fast pace that Mr. Goldstein was speaking, I translated much of the conversation in her native language so that she could be fully aware of what he was saying. He then started mocking us verbally by making incoherent phonetic sounds to imitate our language. He also became upset that I continued to translate for my mother and he continued to mock me by making squinting facial expressions while verbalizing stereotypical "Asian sounds" every time I translated the conversation to my mother. This was his attempt to try to get me to stop translating. My consultation was the worst experience I have had with any type of professional, Mr. Goldstein demonstrated unprofessional behavior, prejudice, and inability to show patience and empathy. I don't recommend anyone see this attorney, especially if you are a person of color. Our experience highlights that Mr. Goldstein isn't capable of making clients of different ethnic backgrounds feel comfortable.