What Our Clients Say

“Lauren has gone above and beyond for my son and I in and out of court, she has the perfect balance of strong mind and gentleness that when combined with her ability to read people and the court room, it makes her an impeccable and impressive force. Watching her work has instilled in me faith and confidence in her abilities that I never thought I’d see. If that wasn’t enough, she was also thoughtful, not just of my wallet but of the well being of my son and I. I would hire Lauren each and every time without any hesitation.”

“Ms. Cheryl Slater proved to be very knowledgable in the law and a great strategic thinker. You can always depend on her for consistently good advice. Ms. Slater was always personally attentive and diligent in outlining various options for the client to consider. No better partner to help you find your way through a complex legal terrain. I highly recommend Ms. Cheryl Slater.”

“Lauren Michaeli helped and supported me through a very difficult, emotional divorce. She was thorough in listening to what I needed and wanted for me and my children. She kept me informed throughout the process and guided me through the necessary details. Lauren fought for everything that was important to me to protect my interests and those of my children. She was compassionate, kind and tough. I highly recommend Lauren as an attorney.”

“After about a dozen unpleasant inquiries with other attorneys we found Cheryl E. Slater and thank god we did! This wonderful person actually took time from her vacation to have a consultation with us putting our minds at ease , Cheryl is 100% Professional right to the point and at the same time treated my wife and I as we were friends , she was very mindful through this whole process about our finances and saving us money with our case , she answers phone calls and emails asap I can't tell you how happy we are that we hired Cheryl she got us out of an unpleasant situation Thank you Cheryl”

“Cheryl was firm and took a hard line when it was appropriate yet reasonable and logical when necessary. I would definitely recommend her to my friends. She once said this to me, "It's not about getting what you want.......it's about getting what you can live with."”

“I hired Lauren while going through a unpleasant custody dispute with my ex husband. It was a stressful and scary time for me, but I found solace in Lauren. She was able to not only bring my situation to a complete satisfactory ending, but she was able to calm my fears and keep me sane along the way. Lauren was quick to respond to calls and emails, never leaving me to wonder, and above all else she is incredibly knowledgeable and amazing at what she does. She took my case on like it was her own. By the end of my trial she knew more about my life than I did. She will tell you exactly where you stand and what direction you should go. I am so grateful to have had Lauren in my corner and I can’t thank her enough I will confidently say this.... I am your "most grateful client."”

“I hired Lauren after unsuccessful and outrageously expensive litigation of many years with another attorney; I feel very fortunate that Lauren has taken me under her wing. She has been a great ally to have in my day-to-day challenges of dealing with an impossible ex, always responsive, always kind, compassionate and able to see the big picture when I sometimes cannot. She has led me to the end of a custody portion of my trial and has worked with me through all the challenges of this highly unpleasant process. I admire her personality, her sense of humor and a big heart. Lauren is very competent, and I fully trust her legal advice. She has been more than fair in her billing practices and has always allowed me the time to make my payments. I feel very fortunate to have worked with Lauren and highly recommend her to anyone, but especially to someone who may need a lot of support through this process.”

“This was my 1st time ever seeking legal help and it was regarding matters that not only would impact me but also my child. Lauren was comforting, reassuring and understanding in every way; she made me feel comfortable and confident that everything would work out for the best. With her knowledge and professionalism she was able to provide advice that would lead to the best outcome. I would definitely recommend Lauren to my family; friends and anyone needing legal help.”

“On July 2016 the mother of our 6th month old twins boys did the unthinkable. She created an alleged situation about my parents and I and had all three of us served with a protection order with a stay away. Which eventually turned into one of the worse experience a first time father could never imagine. Lauren was recommended to us by John Farrauto who is one of three partners of her Firm. Upon meeting Lauren she quickly created a case and assured me that I will be a father to both my sons after all is said and done. Lauren is a compassionate, empathetic attorney who is protective of her clients. Her willingness to make right of an unjust situation is comforting, making a long custody battle seem shorter than it really is. Her qualifications are clearly displayed on the walls of the office she resides in, reassuring you that you're investing in an extremely intelligent attorney and not some ambulance chaser looking for a dollar. During our 11 month battle in an out of court, supervised visits, protection orders, and an emotional rollercoaster that would break an average human being, Lauren didn't quit, she kept pushing our demands and not settling until we in fact felt what was being offered was fair. In the end what was promised to me did In fact came to be. My two children and I have the relationship I have dreamt of since the day their were born. The tears that were once shed from sadness, turned into tears joy. Lauren thank you for all you have done for the family and I. Your passion for justice has made this all possible and the family and I will be forever grateful!!!! I highly recommend Lauren E. Michaeli, Esq. From the firm of Farrauto, Berman & Slater to defend any parent caught up in a malicious custody battle because she cares and does WHATS RIGHT!!!”

“Cheryl is a saint to me. As a single father in a child custody case my initial outlook on my situation was abysmal. My daughter is my life and soul. I felt I had no chance at keeping her with me, giving her the life she deserved. Cheryl fought beyond aggressively for me for 7 long years. She first won me full custody which to me was just unheard of. She then went 1000 steps further and won me the right to relocate to another state to give my daughter the life she deserved after all she had been through. I feel I owe Cheryl a debt I can never repay. She gave me my daughter and she gave me my life back. And on top of that she fought and won to give me the right to relocate to the best place I could imagine to raise my beautiful daughter. Noone in my life has ever been such a powerful influence on my entire future. I cannot ever thank her enough for what she has done for me. Her attention to details, laws and the overall case which spanned 7 years was incredible. If she ever needed an organ transplant I would be the first one on line and I don't say this lightly. If you love your child then please call this woman. She is absolutely incredible and I wouldn't be able to smile today without her. Thank you with all my heart Cheryl Slater!!!!! My daughter thanks you as well.”

“I was in an abusive relationship and Lauren stepped in. She guided me through the entire court process. I am grateful that she patiently work alongside me to handle everything with order for protection, divorce, and settlement. Sometimes people need individuals that revolve around the world or the law, which we think we know. I am not from that realm! Yet, I'm grateful she was there for me. I needed her help, I received her help, and in the future, I know I will need her help! She is someone to trust and appreciate. I am simply a client, not an employee. If you deal with anxiety, with fear, more importantly, with the concept of despair, Lauren is the one you should be dealing with. At least in my opinion! I cannot help you, but she can. And whatever you go through or are facing, I've been there and I'm so grateful that she took me out of my hell! I openly proclaim my name. Ivan”

“Lauren helped us by going out of her way to help us on a snowing day to help acquire our personal property that was seized. She figured a smart alternative to an issue which was otherwise not possible and got the job done. She was extremely responsive and helpful. We are sure she will be one of the great professionals in this sector where it is really hard to find a helpful, honest and responsible individual.”

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My story begins with two prior lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a settlement regarding my divorce and custody. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl!

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“Lauren is not only professional but compassionate and trustworthy. She was patient with me and explained every detail of my case and many times over if I was just too emotional and not able to comprehend the first time. I had no doubt she had my back . I watched her handle herself on my behalf and I appreciate having a strong lawyer on my side. She's very professional, always on time and prepared.”

“Lauren helped us go through a few trying custody and financial battle. She was always available and was so incredibly patient in dealing with the barrage of emails and panicked phone calls. Lauren diffused a very tense relationship between the initial opposing attorneys. She came on the case later and helped to move things along without as much drama. Lauren was able to negotiate an excellent settlement for us. We couldn't have been happier having Lauren represent us. If we have to go back to court, we will most certainly be calling Lauren to represent us again.”

“Lauren has been my attorney for 5 years and is the best there is. She is smart, honest, dedicated to her clients, and knows how to perfectly handle all situations. She has accurately predicted and anticipated what would happen in every single step of my case. She has kept me & my child safe and I couldn’t be more thankful I found her.”

“I'm not the type of person to write reviews as I consider myself pretty low key. However, when it comes to Lauren I knew I had to let the world know about her because that is the very least I can do to show my gratitude for everything she has done for me. Prior to meeting/hiring Lauren, I was going through one of the most painful chapters in my life. My ex fled with my child, lodged multiple false accusations against my family and me, and completely limited my access with my child. After what felt like a lifetime of non-stop accusations, I found Lauren and she really came to the rescue. In the first 3 months alone she was able to do more for me than all my 3 prior attorneys did in one year. Lauren was always available, always empathetic and always ready to answer any questions or concerns I had. I went from being deprived months without seeing my child at all to now sharing custody as close to equal that far exceeded my expectations. What I appreciate about Lauren is that she's extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. She keeps a cool head and is always present. She doesn't take this as just a job but really invests her time to know her client and she makes a genuine and conscious effort to do the right thing and make a material difference in someone's life as she did with mine. Fast forward 2 years later, my entire case is coming closer to an end and I have more optimism than I ever thought imaginable. I no longer wake up every morning fearing the worst. I have my son. I have meaning and purpose and my life is back on track. I now see the light at the end of the tunnel and I would not be where I am if it weren't for Lauren's professionalism, support and guidance. Thank you so much, Lauren!”

“I would give Lauren a 100 stars if I could. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and efficient at navigating the court system. Her compassionate approach is comforting to clients who are often facing the most challenging life changes. She is affable yet tough which affords her great skill in negotiating. Above all, her honesty and sense of fairness is refreshing and rare. She will always do her utmost to affect to best outcome for her client. I am more than satisfied with her services.”

“Going through a divorce isn't easy. It's expensive, scary and you don't know who you can trust. I lucked out having Lauren represent me. She knows the law, doesn't waste time and she is a good person as well. She got me through all the hurdles with as little hassle as possible. I can't say enough about how professional she is and understanding at the same time. She made a very bad situation tolerable and I can't thank her enough. I highly recommend her.”

“My name is Lisa. I was going through a depressing divorce in 2020-2021 and I needed a lawyer who would fight for me in a professional manner. I did my reviews and that’s how I retained Lauren . Lauren, I want to thank you for going down this journey with me. Lauren was always replying to my text, emails and if she didn’t answer my call I would get a response. Even on the weekends she would reply. Lauren also takes the time to meet with me online to go through the process and explain and answer my questions. Thanks again Lauren for your compassion, your dedication and for your support. Lisa”

“I've been in a divorce dispute with a very difficult spouse for one and a half years. Cheryl has given me her unending support and advice throughout this time. She has encouraged me to be strong and firm with respect to an equitable settlement, and she knows how to push forward through the muck and mire of a very challenging divorce. Her knowledge, unique sense of humor, compassion, and tenacity, is undaunted. She sees the torn lives of two people, and acts on the overall situation. She simply tells it like it is. So many times I just wanted to cave in and settle for so much less, and Cheryl has been that voice of reason and sanity, encouraging me to remain steadfast. She has continued to blend empathy with right action, and has fought for my rights with a firm, fair and "no nonsense" demeanor. She sees things as they are and has never backed away from tough issues. Cheryl Slater continues to act on my behalf, and I trust her judgement and guidance implicitly. Without reservation, I recommend her to become your legal champion, for that is what she does so well. With her expertise of the law and understanding of how the legal system functions, she has continued to carve out a legal path for me. In her relentless pursuit of justice, she has been willing to go that extra mile, and in my case it's been a marathon!”

“I hired Lauren to help me through a complex and long drawn out paternity and child support matter. Lauren did everything she could to simplify and expedite matters when possible. I found her to be very smart and straight talking with a genuine passion about getting the best result for the people she represents. She was entirely knowledgeable and unwavering in her resolve against some very tough and obnoxious opposition. I was delighted with how she got me through the process and the end result that was negotiated, I would recommend Lauren without hesitation. Best of luck!”

“always prepared, responsive to correspondence and calls, clear replies to questions, very caring. Thank you Cheryl!”

“This is the first time I’ve ever written a review in my life. It’ll probably be different from most others ;so pay attention. In 2011 I began a 7 year court battle nitemare of custody and child support with my ex wife involving my then 15 year old son. After 6 years of dealing with corrupt judges , lying witnesses , crooked cops , and three unethical money grubbing parasites who called themselves attorneys , I was at the end of my rope , and in an extremely dark place. I had also gone thru tens of thousands of dollars. Then I called Lauren in early 2017. I won’t go into details about my case but within 60 days she had resolved all the problems that others couldn’t do in the last several years. She’s not only a brilliant attorney but one of the kindest honest people I’ve ever met. A truly beautiful human being. I was brought back from a deep dark place to begin living my life again. To this day Lauren is still my attorney and also a great friend and I can never thank her enough.”

“Cheryl was an amazing advocate! I couldn't recommend her more highly. She's exactly who I want by my side and advocating my case. Cheryl sees clearly through to the issues, is extremely efficient with her time, very well prepared, highly responsive and communicates on your behalf with strength and acumen. When I asked her how she does it, she replied, "Experience."”

“Lauren was extremely responsive and effective. She was in touch from the moment she took on my case, staying in touch, explaining the process to me, keeping me calm and letting me know what all I needed to do for my case. I would highly recommend her. She went the extra mile and the results speak for her skills.”

“I truly was blessed to have found such a wonderful lawyer as well as a great person. From the very beginning, Lauren was compassionate, professional and supportive. She always kept me informed and called or emailed me back in a timely manner. I really can't say enough about her. She is a WIN WIN.”

“I don't write many reviews for anyone or anything. I am compel to write this one. It is so important to be comfortable and confident in your attorney. That is how I felt throughout the 2 year process. That length of time had nothing to do with Lauren Michaeli. From start to finish, it was like speaking to a friend I knew for years and with the utmost professionalism. She was excellent at answering any and all my questions (in a timely manner) negotiating, and moving the process along. I have a few friends who went through a divorce and their lawyer went MIA (missing in action) They could not get any answers. I never once had that problem. If anyone has to go through this process, Lauren Michaeli doesn't add to your stress. She makes it, as painless as I guess it could be. I would recommend her anytime!!”