Mark R Barzda

This man is brilliant. Knowledgeable, experienced, truthful while being way mote empathetic than I could imagine. Mark is so talented even against powerful ex’s (mine is a high-earning with a highly respected profession in society) . Yes, Menashe Gurtz charges more than some other divorce attorn...eys but I speak from much experience as I worked with a handful or attorney’s over the past few years and each left me disappointed EXCEPT a mark. So please don’t be fooled by lower hourly rates of other divorce attorneys! When you have a powerhouse like Mark (and team) who speak with other high profile lawyers, sharing and learning from e/o in collaborative team meetings, you will save so much money by minimizing guesswork or having a shrinking violet representation that doesn’t know how to communicate with opposite counsel. With Mark’s help, with about half a year until trial in a very complicated divorce matter, I was awarded with so much more parenting time and spousal support than I ever dreamed of. Don’t hesitate—call him, if he’s taking on new clients, you will be lucky. He understands issues like powerful ex’s, mental health battles, court norms, differences in judges. He had to dispose my ex, a doctor, and never once was aggressive—it unlikable like most attorneys can be during cross-examination or depositions. Mark was so strategic and amiable as he asked questions that my ex babbled like a baby, aka told on himself, which gave us way more negotiating ground ammo and led to a conquer and a pleasing plan, moving forward.

I hired Mark by referral. I was terrified of this process but knew it was the route I needed to take for my custody situation. Mark instantly made me feel at ease and most importantly was honest with me about my options. He gave me reasonable expectations which wasn't always what I wanted to hear... but needed to hear and I appreciate that more than he will know. Mark isn't about making money, he's about doing what's right and fair. He's ethical. He's caring and supportive. On top of all of that, he's professional and he knows the law. I always felt extremely secure knowing he was taking care of my case. Bottom line, he has my highest recommendation.

Mr. Barzda represented me during a years-long series of legal actions. First, in a fairly straightforward divorce with custodial issues, then in two different emergency parenting time / motion to modify proceedings. In every instance Mr. Barzda was thorough, dedicated, professional, and as strong an ...advocate as a client could hope for. His client communication is first rate; he is able to distill complicated procedures and issues to their essence and offer informed counsel. I wouldn't hesitate to retain his services again or seek his advice regarding any family law matter. A client who hires Mr. Barzda is certain to have the best possible representation available.