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Ostertag O'Leary Barrett & Faulkner Pro

4.7
75 reviews

301 Manchester Road, Suite 201, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, U.S.A.

General Practice, Trial Practice, Appellate Practice and 8 more

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About Ostertag O'Leary Barrett & Faulkner

The firm of Ostertag O'Leary Barrett & Faulkner provides a wide range of legal services to its clients in the areas of civil litigation, family law, estate planning and administration, corporate law and tax law. The firm encourages ongoing professional education and development and serious involvement in civic and professional activities, including lecturing, teaching and writing. We endeavor to serve our clients professionally, well and to their satisfaction.

 

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Champion Badge Gold

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Ostertag O'Leary Barrett & Faulkner got this award in 2021

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 25, 2013
Hired Attorney Sharon M. Faulkner

Excellent lawyer.. (and I have worked with many). Sharon is VERY fair with billing and helped straighten out a mess prior lawyers made. She was very honest and told me from the beginning realistic expectations for my cases. I wish I used her from the very beginning of my divorce as I am sure I would have had a better outcome and didn't need to go back to fix things 18 months after my divorce.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 26, 2014
Hired Attorney Sharon M. Faulkner

I really can't speak highly enough of Sharon. She's very busy, and not inexpensive, but worth every penny IMHO. She's very realistic, down to earth and no-nonsense and I never felt like she wasn't paying attention to me or just telling me what I wanted to hear. I asked for the truth, got the truth, and she fought tooth and nail to get me what I needed.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
October 09, 2018
Hired Attorney Sharon M. Faulkner

Sharon is a top notch attorney who is extremely professional and also warm and gracious. She is meticulous, forceful and hardworking. I could not have asked for a better attorney to guide me through my divorce proceedings. She was responsive and available for me anytime I needed her. Before embarking on choosing a divorce attorney, I had heard stories of people hiring lawyers who then were pawned off onto lower level associates who were not as experienced. This never was the case with Sharon.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 07, 2018
Hired Attorney Maura A. Barrett

Maura was matter of the fact and to the point in handling my case, which was great, especially during a period of emotional distress, it was helpful to have an attorney that could see through all the "fluff" and know how to draft documents that will protect you and your best interests. I'm very grateful for her help.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 31, 2018
Hired Attorney Maura A. Barrett

Maura Barrett represented my adult siblings and me in family court. It was a somewhat complicated case that carried into a second go-round in family court. We were extremely impressed with her professionalism and ethical standards. We found Ms. Barrett to be timely in response to our questions that arose along the way. She was always completely honest and forthcoming, and represented us in court with intelligence, respect, grace and kind heartedness. I recommend Ms. Barrett without hesitation.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 31, 2018
Hired Attorney Maura A. Barrett

Maura has been essential in guiding me through a very contentious custody case. Her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication have proven successful and I highly recommend her, especially for high conflict custody cases and divorces. I am extremely grateful to have been given the opportunity to have her represent me and I could not imagine how poorly I would have made out in court without her expertise.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 30, 2018
Hired Attorney Maura A. Barrett

I highly recommend Maura Barrett if you have Family Law issues. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, cares about and listens to her clients. Maura set my mind at ease during a difficult and stressful situation. She is an expert in family law and truly cares about children and families. I am sincerely grateful for all that she has done for me and look forward to using her in the future if and when needed. I can't say enough about this remarkable attorney!!!

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
June 22, 2018
Hired Attorney Maura A. Barrett

Maura Barrett provided excellent guidance through a uniquely challenging proceeding.

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  • General Practice
  • Litigation 1
    • Trial Practice
  • Appellate Practice
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Probate
  • Elder Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Taxation 1
    • Tax Law
  • Family Law 1
    • Divorce
  • Real Estate

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  • Firm History
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    1994

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4.7
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301 Manchester Road, Suite 201Poughkeepsie, NY 12603U.S.A.

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