Ostertag O'Leary Barrett & Faulkner

Maura Barrett represented me in my divorce years ago and again when I remarried. She was friendly and helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend her and her firm.

After two separate recommendations for this particular firm, I decided to pursue potential representation. I called three separate times over the course of three weeks (Left a message with someone in the office and left two on the answering machine). I have never received a response. Baffled.

Maura is the best I have seen. She cares, listens and has alot of understanding how hard it is to go through a divorce. I also call her the Pitbull as she will fight for you and make sure you are protected as best as she can....she is also a well-respected lawyer and super smart. I asked her what makes you such a great lawyer. She told me she looks at both sides of the coin. She is always thinking of her client. 100% recommended her if you should ever need a GOOD attorney!

Maura Barrett is incompetent lawyer. She does not prioritize her clients needs at all. She came off nice at first but she can’t handle a simple separation case or a divorce. She is not able to handle it and will tell you while in process to find someone else that has the time. She said she is unable to call me back right away which is fine by me, even though the receptionist said she would. She said you have to wait weeks she can’t even call you back in a few days. She is busy going to court. Meanwhile I never got her on the phone once after I seen and payed her. She must not need thousands of dollars I guess. Lazy elderly lawyer who should retire is how I see it. Waste of money and time.

Sharon Faulkner has guided me through the difficult and emotional divorce/family court process for over ten years. She is the best of the best. Knowledgeable, experienced, collaborative, compassionate, responsive, detailed, and kind. She and her office are well organized and very well respected amongst the legal community in Dutchess County. She had my and my children's best interests at heart when making decisions and always conducted herself in a calm and professional manner. Additionally, Sharon has fought difficult battles and gotten me very favorable, fair results. Most importantly, I trust her implicitly. I would not hesitate to give her my highest recommendation.

I would highly recommend Maura Barret to anyone who is looking for a dedicated, hard working, knowledgeable attorney. My previous attorney retired in the middle of my case and that’s when Maura, who was highly recommended, took over my case. I wish I was referred to her from the beginning of my divorce.

Maura Barrett has been nothing but professional. She has been representing me for the past 5 years now and has been nothing but amazing. She is very good at what she does and has made me feel comfortable and has put me at ease through the entire process. I would not recommend anyone else but Maura Barrett if anyone ever finds the need for an attorney to represent them in family court.

Sharon Faulkner is a knowledgeable passionate attorney who is dedicated to her clients. I would recommend her to anyone needing legal assistance without reservation.

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.

An Outstanding Attorney Maura Barrett represented my adult siblings and me in family court, not once, but twice now. 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 all found Ms. Barrett to be timely in response to our questions or matters that arose along the way. She was completely honest and forthcoming in every meeting and phone conversation with us, which is imperative. While you may not always get answers or opinions that you want to hear, you have hired an attorney to give you the best legal advice and fight for you on the merits of the case. Maura Barrett does so with intelligence, respect, grace and kind heartedness. There is no other attorney I would want representing me in any courtroom for it is immediately evident that Ms. Barrett is in complete command and undoubtedly qualified in presenting your case. I recommend Maura Barrett without hesitation. You will be fortunate to be in her very capable hands.

Maura Barrett is an excellent attorney. She will not only make your best interest a priority but also the best interest of your children. She is very knowledgeable of different family situations and will guide you through the family court process. She is honest, has high morals and strong ethics! She has been my family attorney for over 6 years and has guided me through some of the difficult situations that can occur in custody cases. She is easy to communicate with, responds quickly when contacted and will keep you informed. I would highly recommend her!

Maura is very conscious and hardworking lawyer who holds your best interest and doesn't pull any punches.

Glad my x wife used her, I got total custody and child support and years ago it was unheard of a man getting custody. I found her to be rude at not so professional. She also kept referring to my new wife as my Philippino wife not just my wife so I also filed a complaint against her for being racist . She could have just said my new wife not my Philippine wife as if she wasent a good person. Many times Maura talked about my wife like that and it was disturbing even her childish actions waiting to see the judge or pulling a paper out of my hands in front of the judge. I don't think she's very professional but glad my X used her.

Do not hire her unless you want your case done quickly and you do not care what the consequences are.