Gillen Law Firm

Michael Gillen Mike's entire office staff is friendly and prompt with answering questions. You are never left wondering where you are in the process. I hired this attorney for his independent thinking and no-nonsense attitude. He steered me in the correct direction regarding BOTH of my custody cases. I would highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable is several areas in family law. He successfully negotiated my first custody case so well I retained him for the second one. Best decision ever.

Helped me secure a good outcome with a messy custody dispute. Mr Gillen is transparent, provides good legal advice (listen to what he says), and fights like a bulldog at the appropriate times. Great lawyer to have on your side!

Michael Gillens paralegal or assistant, whatever she calls herself is so rude! She uses sarcasm to answer you and has a very laughing type tone when you ask very concerning questions. They asked for what was supposed to be "half" attorney fees at $2500 and now out the blue its $5000 owed......really really NOT a good place to go for help, because they will screw you up on their own end while "helping" you on your own end and they lie soooo much and back track their own rules regulations and statements. Such hypocrites and contradict themselves! The absolute WORST!!

Wasted three years with Gillian trying to get a simple divorce. In that time my children and I suffered financially due to his lack of organization, communication, and attention to my case. I had to constantly remind him of hearings in which he was never prepared. Took six or more months to file follow up paperwork. The case was dismissed twice due to the 365-day rule and he managed to get a continuation each with with no repercussions by the York Family Court system. The system and Gillian failed to provide any type of justice or resolution. As a final blow, knowing I had borrowed the retainer fee and other monies were paid by the defendant, with no money left to secure another attorney, he filed an order to be released as my attorney. The judge let me speak for 20 seconds and refused to see any evidence. So, now I’m out thousands of dollars and nothing was resolved. We are literally exactly where we started 3 years ago. Save yourself time, frustration and heartbreak. Find an attorney who will work for you.

While I have to say I hope you (nor I) never need Mike’s services, he is the best in the business! If it’s family law and you need to win, Mike will win for you. He’s helped me with compassion and discretion in a tough arena.