Formisano & Company

I had an excellent experience with Ed Formisano and his team. He resolved a difficult situation for me and was encouraging and professional throughout. I would absolutely refer Formisano & Company to anyone - especially if you are looking for a compassionate and hard working team that will have your back. Thank you Ed, Diane and everyone on the team who supported me through a difficult and ultimately successful legal issue.

I do not recommend, I hired Edward to represent me with an employment issue, he started off bold and strong, at this time I felt great with my decision in hiring him. He served my employer with a letter, putting him on notice, stating " Please advise me if you have interest in engaging in a dialogue regarding ....." When my employer contacted Edward to discuss, Edward told him that he could not converse with him, he could only speak about the matter with his lawyer (which he did not have). He then suggested to my employer hiring his good friend, which my employer did. From that moment on Edward completely backed down, his responses completely contradicted themselves, usually I was answered with "Ummmm" and "Uhhh". Every conversation I was left with more questions then I even started with. He likes to keep all communication on the phone, which means no documentation of the conversation, I quickly stopped allowing phone conversations and made all communication happen through email. Email responses from him were VERY short. Closing the entire negotiation was a nightmare, I did not allow Edward to go with me to sign the final documents. My retainer which I willingly paid was $5000, not sure if he thought that this was going to be a quick score but I can not fathom that it is ethically right to tell someone "I can only speak with your lawyer", to then be told that they do not have one, then suggesting your good friend to represent them. Once the other attorney was hired, Edward completely backed down. In the state of Rhode Island you can absolutely self represent (if my employer wanted to). Again, I do not recommend, and I think a lot of the reviews posted are fake. My review of Edward does not include his staff, Diane in the office is fabulous and I appreciate her quick communication always.

After losing my job unexpectedly, I really didn't know what I was going to do. I called Ed Formisano, and his assistant, Diane, answered the phone. I explained my circumstances to her, and she couldn't have been more sympathetic or compassionate, and assured me that Ed would take good care of me. Ed spoke with me later the same day, and I agreed to meet with him in person the following day. We came up with a game plan, and Ed took it from there. Ed and Diane were in constant communication with me during the process, and whenever I contacted them, I received an e-mail or phone response within 24 hours. Ed was able to negotiate a severance agreement that was much more appropriate than what had been originally offered. I would highly recommend Formisano and Company if you are having any employment issues that require legal attention. Ed and Diane are completely knowledgeable in this area, and will see that you receive the best compensation possible, according to your circumstances. I would happily use them again if the need ever arises.

I had the pleasure of working with Ed Formisano on my employment case. Ed was unlike most attorneys I have met. He was very knowledgeable about employment law but he was also genuinely empathetic regarding my feelings and what I was going through during this extremely stressful period. He was successful in obtaining a reasonable judgment without a court hearing and therefore limiting added trauma. Another absolute pleasure of Formisano Law office is Diane. When you call the office the first person you speak to is Diane. She has a warm, caring and supportive disposition and is always there with a kind word or an answer if you have any concerns. She made the last few months much easier with a phone call or a simple email to explain what was happening. I would recommend Ed to all my friends and family members as an attorney for any work related litigation. Thank you again Ed and Diane for all that you do. You have both succeeded in making my life a little bit easier to smile today!

Ed was recommended to me by a family member, and I'm so glad that I contacted him. I had never needed legal help and wasn't sure where to start, but Ed was extremely knowledgeable and reassuring regarding my situation. His secretary was also lovely to chat with. Both were genuinely compassionate and a pleasure to work with, which was not the experience I was expecting to have. Hopefully I don't need Ed again in the future, but if I do, I won't hesitate to reach out.