Does the firm offer initial consultations?

Yes. Multiple reviews mention consultations where the attorney reviews documents in advance and runs consultations sometimes longer than booked without additional charge.

Does Gillian Lewter handle contested divorces?

Yes. Reviewers report she represents clients in contested divorce negotiations and court hearings, with several noting her firm stand against opposing counsel.

What is the retainer fee?

One negative review states the retainer is $5,000, though this may have changed since that review was posted a year ago.

Lewter Law Firm, P.C.

Updated 2026-08-27 · 3,884 reviewed · 138 listed · Scored from 80 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(80) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

Loan Modification & Loss MitigationForeclosure Service

Services: Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation, Foreclosure Service
Reviews: 80

What recent reviews say

Most clients praise Gillian Lewter's legal knowledge, courtroom skill, and patience through difficult family cases. She explains processes clearly and keeps clients informed, earning 93% five-star reviews. One dissatisfied client reported steep charges for routine communications, high hourly and retainer fees, delayed case resolution over years, and feeling the attorney did not adequately advocate for them.

The firm handles divorce, custody, mediation, and support matters. Staff members including Alisha Esau are noted by name in reviews. Their website claims 17 years of experience serving Garden City and Hempstead Metro.

Praised for

knowledgeable and patient with clients
explains legal process clearly
thorough and attentive to detail
strong courtroom advocate
responsive communication

Watch-outs

high hourly rates and charges for routine tasks
rarely returns calls
extends cases unnecessarily
high retainer and travel fees

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Best for: clients navigating contested divorce or custody cases who value courtroom advocacy and detailed legal guidance

Think twice if: fees are a concern; one reviewer reported steep hourly rates, retainer, and charges for routine communications like phone calls and emails

Strengths

attorney Gillian Lewter's courtroom skill and strategy
clear explanations of legal process throughout case
detailed preparation before meetings and hearings
team-based support including named staff members

Worth knowing

Attorney Gillian Lewter named in majority of reviews
Alisha Esau named as staff member
Attorney prepares notes and printed legal definitions before client consultations
Consultations noted to run over stated time at no extra charge in at least one review

What reviews say by service

Real Estate & Foreclosure Law: Reviews focus on family law matters (divorce, custody, mediation), not foreclosure or real estate defense. Category evidence does not support grading here.

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.63 average across the 110 loan modification & loss mitigation businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 79

Review volume 83

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 50

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Does the firm offer initial consultations?: Yes. Multiple reviews mention consultations where the attorney reviews documents in advance and runs consultations sometimes longer than booked without additional charge.
Does Gillian Lewter handle contested divorces?: Yes. Reviewers report she represents clients in contested divorce negotiations and court hearings, with several noting her firm stand against opposing counsel.
What is the retainer fee?: One negative review states the retainer is $5,000, though this may have changed since that review was posted a year ago.