I've had a bad experience with Mr. Markowitz and I paid thousands for nothing. A piece of advice: negotiate with the lawyer and do not pay all the money in advance, give him only half initially and the other half only when you see that he/she is really doing something for you. I was laid off and tried to get a decent compensation package from my ex-employer but I've got only delays, neglect and sorrow.
No, I would NOT recommend this business to a friend