Mark S Guralnick

AS SOMEONE WHO CURRENTLY LIVES OUTSIDE OF THE USA, MARK IS SOMEONE THAT I COULD RELY UPON IN DEALING WITH MY FAMILY CASE, WHICH HE SUCCESSFULLY BROUGHT TO A FAVORABLE CONCLUSION AFTER YEARS OF PAINFUL LITIGATION. HIS SOUND ADVICE THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS, THE TIME HE TOOK TO EXPLAIN THE PROS AND CONS..., AND KEEP ME INFORMED AT VARIOUS STAGES WERE SECOND TO NONE. WHAT I ADMIRED THE MOST WAS HIS ABILITY TO CONVEY IN A CLEAR AND CONCISE WAY THE RISKS THAT I WOULD NEED TO EVALUATE BEFORE TAKING A STEP. EACH OPTION WERE PROVIDED WITH SUFFICIENT CASE LAW THAT REINFORCED THE POSITION THAT I WOULD HAVE TO TAKE/ANALISE AND PLENTY OF SAMPLES FROM CASES THAT MARK HIMSELF HAS DEALT WITH OVER MANY YEARS. ON AND OFF MARK ASSISTED MY LEGAL NEEDS OVER A NUMBER OF YEARS. I AM DELIGHTED THAT HE REPRESENTED ME AND I COULD NOT HAVE CHOSEN A MORE TRUSTWORTHY, PASSIONATE AND KNOWLEDGEABLE PROFESSIONAL WHO I HAVE COME TO TOTALLY RELY ON FOR HIS IMPECCABLE JUDGEMENT AND SOUND ADVICE.

I first met Mark S. Guralnick when he was a news reporter and I was a photojournalist more than 30 years ago. In the years that have followed, I’ve watched him progress from a fine journalist to a budding lawyer to a seasoned lawyer. In those years, Mark has represented me and my family in many diffe...rent kinds of cases. He has traveled across the country, appearing in federal courts, state courts, and municipal courts on my behalf; he has helped us in times of crisis and need and provided valuable counsel in times of turmoil and confusion. Because I know Mark as a news reporter first, I also know that he has an investigative edge about him – an innate, impulsive, inquisitive aspect that impels him to hunt down information until he gets what he wants. I watched him do this year after year as he won news-writing awards for his investigative journalism. He quite obviously applies the same approach to how he practices law. Years ago, as we prepared for a trial in federal court, I remember his intensity as he rehearsed me continuously for my day in court, practicing questions on me, cross-examining me, making sure I knew what to say no matter what the other lawyer asked me on the witness stand. I must say that I’ve always felt comfortable. I’ve always felt prepared. I don’t live or work near Mark S. Guralnick anymore, but I wouldn’t think of using another lawyer.

I called Mr.Guralnick at his New Jersey (Cherry Hill office) The call was answer by a very polite receptionist, I left a message for Mr.Guralnick, asking for his help regarding a possible emergency custody of my daughter. Within a few hours Mr.Guralnick, had returned my call. I had explained my dir...e situation to him, and how dire the situation was, not only did he take the time to listen to me, he gave me a free consultation. And while he did not promise anything. He did assure me that he would do his best to help save my daughter. He had advised me that he was not in the state at the time due to a prior case that he was working on. However, he had a great staff that he would personally guide through the case. And that they did, One of the lawyers from the Law Firm contacted me soon after for setup a day and time for me to come into the office to speak and go over the case. That was within the week. A lawyer from the firm had sat with me and explained every step that would be taken and answered any and all questions I had asked. Even addressed the emotional side of the situation. He also assured me that he would also do his best and that Mr.Guralnick, himself was personally working with him on the case on an hour to hour basis. Soon after, we had filed for emergency custody, and went to court, (We had met at the court house early to review the process.) I was so nervous, again I was assured that everything will be handled. And it was, The Superior Court of New Jersey had ruled in favor of the emergency custody order! Finally my daughter was safe. Tears came to my eye as i think Mr.Guralnik's staff. That was just the first step that Mr.Guralnick, his staff and I had taken together. The next step was to gather information and file for Physical and Legal custody. This would ensue that my daughter would remain in my care, in a safe and loving environment. So we filed for that also. About a month later we were in court again and the same comfort and assurance was given again. Once again, the courts had ruled in our favor. My heart was put at ease. It was a moment I will never forget. I know I could not have protected my daughter without the help of Mr.Guralnick and his staff. While I am a great father. I am not a great lawyer like Mr.Guralnick. My prayers had been answered. I commend and thank them all not only for doing the best they could. I thank them for what I believe as saving my daughters life! Thank you Mr.Guralnick. On behalf of myself and our family. John Paul and Faith