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Robert Michael Vella

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Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 36 years

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Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

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Robert Michael Vella's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Case Results

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Took my retainer and DISAPPEARED!!!!

Hired Mr. Vella to finish my divorce and put down a hefty retainer. From the start, it was always a challenge to get a hold of him, to receive a response from him via phone was impossible and it was equally impossible to meet with him. When I did get a response it was a brief sentence via email ...and he NEVER returned my phone calls. I repetitively asked for an itemized bill and I was told he was working on it and then I was lied to by his assistant that they were sending it to me. I never received one bill in a year's time and he fell off the face of the earth. After not hearing from him in 5 months, I decided to take a trip to his office in person. When I got to his office, his name was removed from the outside plaque and once inside the office, I was told that he no longer works there and that it has been months since he worked there. I never received notice that he was leaving that office nor did I receive a bill the entire time I retained him as a lawyer. Because of his lack of communication and his disappearing act, it allowed my ex-husband to manipulate the court system and do illegal things that could have been prevented if Mr Vella was handling my case and actually working for me. Mr. Vella took my retainer, showed up to 3 court appearances and did nothing to further my case and I was stuck in the same place as when I retained him. No returned calls. Just empty promises. I have since hired a new lawyer who has finished my case but it cost me double the amount because she had to fix the mess he left.

Posted by Anthony | September 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Bob Vella is an extremely good attorney

Bob Vella did a fantastic job handling my divorce. I would highly recommend him. He is a family man like the rest of us. He was responsive when I needed him. He knew divorce law well and used that knowledge in my divorce case to bring it to a acceptable conclusion.

Posted by Christopher | March 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Couldn't ask for more

Bob was recommended to me by a mutual associate to handle my divorce. Today I recommended him to a personel friend. I was represented and treated in a compleatly professional manner. He kept me calm and focused and looking at the big picture when at times I was seeing red and not thinking very clear.... Bob always got back to me in a timely fashion and his secretary Theresa always took the time to listen to my concerns and help me with what she could. He also worked with me financially during a tough time. Extreamly happy with the results am now moving foward.

Posted by Nick | November 06, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mr Vella

Great attorney, he is very trustworthy and definitely goes out of his way to help out his clients. I highly recommend Mr Vella. Was not expecting the outcome of my case and I am very thankful that everything wound up being okay.

Posted by Andrew | October 18, 2013 | Business

Honest. Professional Divorce Attorney

I have know Robert for over 35 years now and he has been my attorney for 20 of them. He has done various amounts of legal work for my family and i and with superior results. It was always a pleasure to deal with him and his staff in getting our legal issues solved. Robert has not only done my house c...losings and business openings, but he has handled my family's cases as well. He has always answered our questions quickly and honestly and was always available when we needed him. I recently went through a divorce and would only choose Robert to represent me during my difficult time. I would encourage anyone who needed legal advice in any subject to contact Robert, i'm sure he'll do an excellent job representing them.

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Jeffrey Fox

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred Mr. Vella as a matrimonial lawyer to numerous clients. Mr. Vella is well known in the Nassau County Courts and I will continue to refer him to clients seeking assistance with matrimonial matters."

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Alita McKinnon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is honest, fair, and a highly skilled litigator."

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Byron Divins

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Criminal Law Expert! As a fellow criminal defense attorney I have the pleasure of observing Rob in the Court room fiercely defending his clients. His rapport with the judges and clear knowledge of the law make him an absolute "must have" when you're freedom is on the line. Without reservation, he is the best!"

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Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

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