Needle | Cuda: Divorce and Family Law

Needle Cuda exemplifies the word "family" in family law. From the moment you call or enter the office, you are greeted with warmth and compassion. Melissa and her team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff possess the expertise required to solve any difficult situation, but they have an inherent quality of genuinely caring for the client. Melissa, Chris and the team guided me each step of the way, explaining each scenario and always diligently working with my best interest in mind. They not only provided legal advice, but offered emotional support which allowed me to gain my grounding and start a new chapter in my life. I am forever grateful to Melissa and the team for believing in me.

I would highly recommend looking elsewhere if you need an attorney you can trust. I had my $7500 retainer blown through without anything of substance to use, and waited almost 7 weeks for an agreement (no conversations in between) that was time sensitive, only to receive a template after I asked for a status. Had I not asked for a status, I think they would have forgotten about me. Additionally, there was a balance due back to me after I terminated my relationship with the firm, and I have tried multiple times to resolve it without success. Attorney Needle even responded and told me she would get back to me, after I emailed a second time asking for a status, and she has since ignored the issue. They were quick to take my retainer, send me invoices to deduct from the retainer balance, but now that they owe me money, nothing. My opinion is I have a case for legal malpractice here as well.

I am so grateful for this firm. My NYC Divorce Attorney dropped my case last night, one day before we were to have a conference with the judge. I lost my mind. I was desperately looking for guidance and Chris from Needle-Cuda held my hand, virtually, via text. He was empathetic and explained the potential issues that may arise due to attorney transitioning, especially when a conference has already been scheduled. Chris also provided me with much needed direction, information, and referrals to NYC Divorce Attorneys. Oh, how I wish they could have represented me. THIS is the firm I needed to represent me.