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Poltielov Law Firm - Real Estate, Foreclosure & Litigation

Updated 2026-08-23 · 4,662 reviewed · 188 listed · Scored from 59 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(59) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Poltielov Law Firm - Real Estate, Foreclosure & Litigation
Services
Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation, Foreclosure Defense & Litigation, Bankruptcy-Related Foreclosure Relief
Reviews
59

What recent reviews say

Ariel Poltielov and his firm stop foreclosures and handle real estate disputes with hands-on attention. Clients consistently report that he explains options clearly, stays reachable, and delivers results-whether closing a short sale, settling a mortgage dispute, or protecting a home at risk.

Praised for
  • saved homes from foreclosure
  • knowledgeable and thorough
  • responsive and accessible
  • handles complex cases smoothly
  • honest and non-judgmental
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Best for: Homeowners facing foreclosure or mortgage trouble who need hands-on legal help and clear communication.

Strengths

  • Stops foreclosures and negotiates mortgage settlements
  • Handles technical legal language in plain terms
  • Available and responsive to client calls
  • Experienced in time share exits and complex real estate disputes

Worth knowing

  • Ariel Poltielov is the named attorney handling cases personally
  • Firm is Poltielov & Habib, LLP
  • Successfully reversed foreclosures for clients
  • Handled time share exits and secured favorable mortgage settlements
  • Explains complex legal terms in plain language to clients

What reviews say by service

Foreclosure Defense & Litigation
Multiple clients report successful foreclosure reversals and settlement negotiations.
Loan Modification & Loss Mitigation
Clients praise mortgage settlements and modifications that kept homes out of foreclosure.
Short Sale & Deed-in-Lieu Negotiation
Smooth short sale process with clear communication and client comfort throughout.
Real Estate & Title Attorneys
Handles real estate transactions; time share exit work praised for efficiency and cost savings.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.66 average across the 85 real estate & title attorneys businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 89
Review volume 77
Review recency 71
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Poltielov Law Firm help me stop a foreclosure?
Yes. Multiple clients report their foreclosures were reversed or stopped through the firm's work. Ariel Poltielov negotiates settlements and represents homeowners in foreclosure defense.
Do they serve my area?
The firm serves Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Nassau County.
Will I understand what's happening in my case?
Clients consistently report that Ariel explains legal terms in plain language and walks them through every step of the process.
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Last updated 2026-08-23