Dear Aaron, I wanted to personally thank you for everything you did for me. When I came to you, I was exhausted, discouraged, and had almost completely lost faith in the legal process due to my prior experience. After nearly two years of inaction from my former attorney, I truly believed there was nothing that could be done. What you accomplished in the final 24 hours was nothing short of remarkable. Your ability to quickly understand the case, focus on the details, and take decisive action completely changed the outcome. Because of you, I won my case--something I never thought was possible at that point. Beyond your legal skill, what meant the most to me was how you treated me as a person. Your attentiveness, careful approach, and even your sense of humor helped me stay grounded during one of the most stressful moments of my life. When I heard the result, my hands and my heart were shaking uncontrollably. That moment will stay with me forever. Thank you for stepping in when it mattered most and for giving me hope when I had almost none left. I will always be deeply grateful and will never forget what you did for me. With sincere thanks, Hongxia Chen read more

Sean Patrick is not a good person and takes advantage of his clients while helping the other side!!!! I hired Sean Patrick to handle two civil cases: 1. A contractor lien and injury claim tied to a real estate deal 2. A civil lawsuit filed against me by a convicted felon (Rayfield v. Patel) He failed me in both, legally, financially, and morally. In the first matter, he promised to recover my commission, address a facial injury (from Jacob's property), and help my contractor, who was defrauded of over $70K. Instead: * He dropped my injury claim without telling me * Never recovered my commission * Used my funds to finance someone else's case, even after I said no Then came the Rayfield case. I was wrongfully arrested by Bartlett PD -- they used unrelated police reports and lies to paint me as a criminal. Rayfield, a felon, chased me outside his job and falsely claimed I pointed a gun (I didn't -- the 7-Eleven footage proves it). Sean never obtained that video or the police reports. I had to FOIA it myself. I paid over $25,000 and got: * Misspelled names * Incorrect addresses * A sloppy, botched counterclaim * Missed deadlines -- including the statute of limitations My wife, who witnessed the entire incident, was ignored. My defense was neglected. Worse, Sean mocked my PTSD and disabilities (I'm a Marine veteran and former police officer), cursed at me, and gaslit me into paying more money every 2 weeks. He'd charge $200-600 per "call", even if 5 minutes, then ask for $2K-$4K more. When I passed out the day my daughter was born, he billed me anyway... No humanity whatsoever. I asked him months after I fired him for invoices, twice, I was ignored both times. Invoices (#2030 and #2037) show major inconsistencies, inflated hours, double-billing, vague charges, and wrong totals. He also accused me of pointing a gun at Rayfield before he had even seen the video. My own attorney believed a convicted felon's false story over his client's, without reviewing the evidence, without protecting me, and without ever acting like my defense mattered. Video showed I didn't do it. Furthermore, I had to get the police report, and video, myself as well, after having paid over $25,000 in legal fees, which then showed Bartlett Police Department violated my constitutional rights in multiple ways. Any competent attorney, or even police officer, would be able to see it in black and white in the report. Hal Garfinkal, Sean Patrick, and Aaron Rifkind are all criminals, who completely changed the entire trajectory of my family and my life... Financially, physically, emotionally, everything. Imagine being treated like a zoo animal, only later to find out its a human. Sean even asked intrusive questions about my finances in an intentional tort case, where bankruptcy wouldn't protect me, which made it feel like he, the court, and the opposing attorney were just trying to bleed me dry. He accused me of pointing a gun before seeing the video. Now: * My business is ruined * My career's, plural, done * I'm drowning in debt * My 1.5-year-old daughter is growing up in legal hell *. I have to move out of the state where I grew up, before my daughter starts school. I've filed complaints with ARDC and the IL Attorney General. This wasn't just bad lawyering, it was predatory. AVOID!!!! They prey on trauma, exploit your trust, and leave your life in the trash. I will 100% likely get retaliation from the current judge due to this review. And the convicted felon who lies, gets my money for free. Blowing into the fire then crying about the smoke in your eyes. I pray this can never happen to another person again. You're scum bags. This is how Rifkind Patrick treats US Afghanistan Veterans who served, as well as Police Officers. I delayed this because Sean threatened retaliation when I fired him. I'm not scared of you. Perfect example of me being treated like a criminal..... Sean threatened retaliation to a person that can't do anything. Scum. Param Patel USMC Veteran, Former Police Officer, Father, Husband read more

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They are very snobbish, stuck up and rude. I couldn't one word in before I was rudely cut off. Then he wanted to actually get smart mouth with me, not even knowing me, having not one clue who I am, and I guess now he'll never know. We took our business elsewhere. First order of business, learn how to talk and communicate with people, go back to the drawing board and learn that. That's not a great way to start off a good relationship with a potential clients. read more

An outstanding lawyer, well educated helped me with my problem so quick and easy. I highly recommend his services

Aaron is the best lawyer that I could have ever asked for. He is very understanding, and professional. Sometimes, you don't only need a lawyer, but also someone that understands very well your situation, take their time and learn as much as they can about the case or care about you. Aaron is all about that, I'm very happy that my fraud case is almost over, I know that Aaron works really hard on it, and hopefully it will turns out okay. read more

I'd recommend Aaron for his hard work and dedication to my case. The time he put into it shows great contrast in court versus the defense lawyer. Although there's no verdict yet I hope soon it will return in his favor so that he can enjoy the fruits of his labor read more

Aaron is the best lawyer that we could ever wish for. Before I found Aaron, my partner and I were very desperated, we didnt know what to do, we have a restaurant fraud case. Aaron is very patiently with us, he takes his time and listens to everything. Even on weekend, he would reply you right away if you need help or any questions. Our case is still not over yet, but I believe in Aaron, and we are looking forward to it, I will keep you guys update. read more

When a deal did not fall through, Sean was determined to find another way. I felt like this firm was actually on my side

One of the worst experiences ever. We discussed writing a letter to my noisy neighbors and the next thing I know a lawsuit is filed. Would not answer my emails. Plainly lied about not receiving emails from me and other things. Promised to recover attorney fees, but at the end started claiming that I owe him money for un-billed hours. I had four lawyers during my divorce, three of them very bad and one very good. Mr Rifkind is the same as these bad lawyers from divorce case. I hired him based on the reviews on avvo and learned my lesson about fake reviews. Do yourself a favor and stay away from him. read more

Aaron Rifkind handled my lease breaking case this year. He was very professional. He knocked it out of the park. The apartment I previously lived in was completely unlivable, and I needed help right away to get out. The management company that ran the apartment wanted nothing more but to take me for everything I had, and Aaron fought tirelessly to prove my case. In the end, the apartment management company was put in their place, and realized they didn't have a chance. Aaron won my case, and got me out of owing another single dollar. See Aaron for any of your tenant issues! Thank you Aaron. read more

I had an excellent experience in my dealing with the lawyers at Gurney Patrick. The lawyers were informed, prompt, responsive and extremely efficient in handling my transactions. Not only will I use them again in the future, I regularly recommend them to businesses I interact with. read more