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![Peter J. Weinman]( "Peter J. Weinman")
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Peter J. Weinman
STATEN ISLAND, NY Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(718) 442-2010
260 Christopher Lane, Suite 201
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314
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New York Law School
Buying or selling a home is the most significant and daunting task most of us will ever face. Whether you're buying or selling your first home - or if you've done it before - you owe it to yourself to let Pete Weinman be your personal guide. Pete takes a very hands-on approach and will always be your only point of contact throughout the entire process, whether it's a house, a condominium, or a cooperative unit you're buying or selling. He'll return your calls promptly, won't rush you off the phone, and will explain everything to you as...
![Brooke Barron]( "Brooke Barron")
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Brooke Barron
Amherst, NY Family Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
American University- Washington College of Law
Brooke Barron is an Associate Attorney in the firm’s Matrimonial & Family Law and Estate Planning & Administration Practice Groups.
Ms. Barron obtained her B.S. in Business Administration from SUNY Geneseo, and received her Juris Doctor in 2018 from American University- Washington College of Law.
While in law school, Ms. Barron was an Alternative Dispute Resolution Competition winner. Additionally, Ms. Barron was a law clerk for Commissioner Feldblum at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in Washington, D.C. and a student attorney for American University- Washington College of Law’s Civil Advocacy Clinic. Ms. Barron had also previously been employed at HoganWillig as...
![Clifford Petroske]( "Clifford Petroske")
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Clifford Petroske
Hauppauge, NY Family Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
(631) 337-1977
1393 Veterans Memorial HIghway
Suite 414N
Hauppauge, NY 11788
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Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
Clifford J. Petroske was born and raised on Long Island, the son of public school teachers. He graduated from Half Hollow Hills High School, and earned his undergraduate degree, cum laude, in 1986 from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Thereafter, Mr. Petroske attended Hofstra University School of Law, where he was editor of the Environmental Law Digest, and earned his law degree in 1989. He was admitted to the New York Bar in 1990.
Since handling his own divorce twenty years ago, Mr. Petroske has devoted his practice to matrimonial and family...
![Stephen Bilkis]( "Stephen Bilkis")
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Stephen Bilkis
10.0 
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
Touro Law School
Stephen Bilkis graduated from Touro Law School in 1997. Soon after he passed the bar exam of New York and established the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates. In over 20 years of practice, Mr. Bilkis has successfully represented scores of clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Long Island, and Staten Island in matters related to personal injury, probate law, criminal law, and family law.
Mr. Bilkis strongly believes that each client is unique and each case is different. His solutions are never “one size fits all.” He prides himself...
![Joseph H. Nivin]( "Joseph H. Nivin")
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Joseph H. Nivin
New York, NY Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Brooklyn Law School
Joseph H. Nivin has been named a top-rated family law attorney in New York every year since 2015. The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C. is a general practice law firm with a focus on family law. He and his team have years of experience with ACS, Family Court, and Supreme Court. Mr. Nivin represents families in court, litigation, hearings and appeals. He has argued successfully before the Appellate Division for the Second Judicial Department. At the Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, you will receive expert legal advice and compassion that will reduce time, legal expenses and...
![David P. Badanes]( "David P. Badanes")
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David P. Badanes
Northport, NY Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
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St. John's School of Law
David Badanes Esq. - Distinguished Long Island divorce lawyer and family law attorney serving Nassau and Suffolk counties. Concentrating in divorce, contested divorce, uncontested divorce, divorce mediation, matrimonial & family law and criminal defense. The Badanes Law Office is committed to providing optimal representation, while exceeding his clients’ expectations. He represents clients in Suffolk County, Nassau County and the New York City area with offices in Northport, Suffolk County and Uniondale, Nassau County.
Free consultations available.
Associations: Suffolk County Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Suffolk County Matrimonial Committee, Nassau County Matrimonial Committee, Suffolk County Criminal...
![Joseph Douglas Barics]( "Joseph Douglas Barics")
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Joseph Douglas Barics
Commack, NY Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Divorce and Foreclosure Defense
Brooklyn Law School
I was admitted to practice law in 1994, and since then the bulk of my practice has been focused on matrimonial and divorce law, appeals and closely related areas such as foreclosure defense.
My approach in representing clients is straightforward. Good people sometimes find themselves in bad situations, and people come to lawyers for solutions. That means whenever possible, negotiating a fair agreement is often the best route. Nevertheless, agreements, negotiations, litigation and appeals are only the tools used to obtain these answers. By taking a broader holistic approach, it allows me to see solutions that others may miss.
Reaching a fair...
![Ms. Norka M. Schell]( "Ms. Norka M. Schell")
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Ms. Norka M. Schell
New York, NY Family Law Lawyer with 39 years of experience
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Golden Gate University School of Law and FACULDADE DO VALE RIO DOCE
Norka M. Schell is a passionate advocate for her clients. Ms. Schell represents U.S. companies, foreign companies and individuals in protecting their legal rights - emigration and immigration, trades, commercial, dispute resolution, import and export - though both preventive measures and, when necessary, litigation. With an J.D. and L.L.M. in International Legal Studies, Ms. Schell speaks the language of global business and has a first- hand understanding of the issues facing her clients.
![Theodore Alatsas]( "Theodore Alatsas")
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Theodore Alatsas
BROOKLYN, NY Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
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St. John's University School of Law
Theodore Alatsas, Esq. was born the child of Greek immigrants in the early 1970s. Growing up in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, Theodore learned the importance of hard work and dedication to his community at an early age. As an exemplary student and community activist, Theodore often volunteered his time to help those who needed it. Theodore attended Brooklyn Technical High School, New York University and St. John’ s University School of Law. During his early 20s, Theodore worked his way through college and law school, while at the same time actively participating and leading various civic organizations.
Among these organizations are the...
![Julie Rendelman]( "Julie Rendelman")
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Julie Rendelman
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew York, NY Family Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Brooklyn Law School
Julie Rendelman began her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Kings County, Brooklyn, where she investigated and prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases and quickly earned a reputation as a tough and tenacious trial attorney. While in the office, Julie was lead counsel in over 60 felony jury trials that involved a wide variety of crimes, from drug offenses to sex crimes to homicides. Julie quickly rose to the level of Senior Trial Attorney and was eventually promoted to the elite Homicide Bureau where she became the Deputy Bureau Chief.
Additionally, while working as a prosecutor, Julie also...
![Greg T. Rinckey]( "Greg T. Rinckey")
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Greg T. Rinckey
Albany, NY Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
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Touro College
Greg T. Rinckey, Esq. serves as the Managing Partner of Tully Rinckey PLLC.
Mr. Rinckey concentrates his practice on military law, federal employment and discrimination litigation, and national security clearance mitigation. During his previous tenure as an attorney with the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Mr. Rinckey prosecuted and defended military personnel in over one hundred felony cases with charges ranging from drug possession to murder. He has represented federal and private sector employees in investigations and cases in front of the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Office of Special Counsel.
Since...
![Yuliya Vangorodska]( "Yuliya Vangorodska")
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Yuliya Vangorodska
New York, NY Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
If you are facing a divorce and/or issues of child custody, you need to be certain that you are being represented by a family and divorce attorney who has solid experience and knows exactly how to secure your best interest. With more than 2 decades of experience and thousands of successful representation of clients going through divorce and family issues, Yuliya Vangorodska is one of New York's most experienced divorce and family attorneys.
Her specific areas of specialty include divorce and separation, marital property, child custody, support and maintenance, domestic violence and uncontested divorce. Very few divorce attorneys in New...
![Kenneth A. Eiges]( "Kenneth A. Eiges")
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Kenneth A. Eiges
New York, NY Family Law Attorney with 48 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Brooklyn Law School
Attorney Kenneth Eiges has handled more than 3,000 divorce cases over the last 40 plus years.
A skilled divorce mediator and an equally powerful litigator, he has earned an AV®Preeminent™ Rating with Martindale-Hubbell® - the highest rating possible from this trusted service - as well as a perfect 10.0 “Superb” rating from Avvo.
Ken has a keen understanding of the interplay between the legal system and the emotional needs of his clients – an insight which makes him an effective advocate who is able to craft strong, lasting divorce settlements. He has appeared on television and hosted radio shows, and has also...
![Derrick Storms]( "Derrick Storms")
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Derrick Storms
Astoria, NY Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Florida International University College of Law
Derrick Storms, Esq., of Queens Divorce Lawyers & Family Lawyer, leaves no stone uncovered in his pursuit for justice.
He provides a level of one-on-one attention that few firms can match. He tirelessly finds witnesses, documents, and other evidence to give clients the most favorable outcome possible.
In addition, Mr. Storms is an appellate practitioner and skilled brief writer. He has won appeals against large corporations, such as State Farm, and Judges know he will appeal if they deviate from the law. He carefully weighs evidence and presents it in a highly persuasive fashion in...
![Michael C. Barrows]( "Michael C. Barrows")
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Michael C. Barrows
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
(516) 744-1880
100 Quentin Roosevelt Blvd.
Suite 208
Garden City, NY 11530
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfGarden City, NY Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Brooklyn Law School and State University of New York - Binghamton
Michael C. Barrows is a seasoned attorney who specializes in all areas of matrimonial law, from trial to appellate levels. His practice has a strong focus on complex contested divorce litigation. Mr. Barrows is equally adept in representing clients in uncontested divorce matters, divorce mediation, and the negotiation of separation and pre-nuptial agreements.
In addition to his matrimonial law practice, Mr. Barrows has extensive experience as a trial attorney and appellate advocate, successfully handling complex civil, criminal, and commercial cases on behalf of clients across New York City, including Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in Long...
![Howard E. Knispel]( "Howard E. Knispel")
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Howard E. Knispel
Commack, NY Family Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
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New York Law School
Howard E. Knispel has been practicing law since 1989, having graduated from Eisenhower College of World Studies of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in International Politics in 1981 and New York Law School in 1988 with a Doctor of Jurisprudence.
Howard concentrates his practice to Divorce, Family Law, Bankruptcy, Criminal, Traffic and DWI, Real Estate and Wills. Howard has conducted numerous trials, both jury and non-jury. Howard has negotiated and settled hundreds of divorce, custody and support matters.
Howard has helped many people get out from crippling debt to get a fresh start....
![Mark Winston Bobb]( "Mark Winston Bobb")
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Mark Winston Bobb
White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney with 6 years of experience
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Florida International University College of Law, Ryerson University and Oxford Brookes University
I pride myself on being goal and solution oriented and bring that approach to the firm. Every matter presents its own challenges and I'm committed to overcoming them. My commitment is present from a client’s first contact with the firm to the conclusion of their respective matter. Whether it’s a contract review or a TN Visa, I'm thorough every step of the way. The firm currently handles contracts, business law, immigration and family.
Currently, I am licensed in Ontario, Canada and New York State. In addition, I am a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and a Notary Public in...
![George E. Patsis]( "George E. Patsis")
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George E. Patsis
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
(631) 225-4601
152 North Wellwood Avenue
Suite 1
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfLindenhurst, NY Family Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Probate
Hofstra University
During this difficult time, the law office of George E. Patsis is offering free video chat consultations. Additionally, the office is available to provide remote estate planning and notarization. With remote estate planning and notarization, clients are able to execute wills, powers of attorney, trusts, living wills, and health care proxies from the comfort of their homes.
After two decades of practicing law, George E. Patsis has served each and everyone of his clients with the utmost dedication, honorability, experience and success.
Mr. Patsis is more than just an Attorney, he is someone you can count on....
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Ali Shahrestani,
New York, NY Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Education
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
With a progressive law practice since 2007, Mr. Ali Shahrestani is a bi-coastal litigation attorney representing international and domestic clients in state and federal legal matters in CA, NY, and MA. He has been featured in print and TV news for his legal expertise, is a recipient of multiple awards and a graduate of top rated universities with honors, and has donated much effort and time to public education, legal journalism, and social justice activism.
1) Education Law - K-12, College, Graduate, Students, Teachers, Schools
2) Divorce & Child Custody - High Conflict, LGBTQ, Father's Rights
3) Business, Contracts, & Real Estate Law...
![Robert Aronov]( "Robert Aronov")
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Robert Aronov
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
98-14 Queens Boulevard
Rego Park, NY 11374
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfRego Park, NY Family Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Family, Consumer, Divorce and Real Estate
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
At Robert Aronov & Associates, our commitment is to deliver exceptional legal services and guidance tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With a collective legal experience of over 60 years, we focus on addressing challenging divorce and family law matters. Led by attorney Robert Aronov, our team is well-versed and experienced in all aspects of family-related legal issues, real estate law and consumer credit law. Our primary focus is always on our clients, ensuring the protection of their best interests.
When you choose our team, you can anticipate a legal group with extensive courtroom and litigation experience. We handle...
![Robert B. Pollack]( "Robert B. Pollack")
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Robert B. Pollack
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfJericho, NY Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Robert B. Pollack is the founder of The Pollack Law Firm, P.C. , which since 1997, focuses entirely on divorce, whether contested or uncontested, separation, prenuptial agreements, modifications, enforcement and all other matrimonial and family law.
Robert has come to be considered one of the top divorce lawyers in Nassau and Suffolk. He is a "Preeminent AV Rated" attorney by Martindale-Hubbell and has received many other awards and honors throughout his career.
In 2015 Robert was honored by his appointment to the Matrimonial Special Masters Panel in Nassau County. In his role as Special Master,...
![Darren M. Shapiro]( "Darren M. Shapiro")
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Darren M. Shapiro
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfJericho, NY Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Miami School of Law
Divorce Mediator, Mediation Review Attorney, Matrimonial Attorney, Negotiator, and Litigator that offers Effective and reasonable solutions for matrimonial and family law issues
Call Darren today at (516) 333-6555
I was admitted to practice law in the Courts of the State of New York in 1999. In 2000 I was admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. After working as an associate for local law firms, in 2005 I opened my own practice. The focus of my practice is matrimonial, family law, and mediation. Life is short, mediate your divorce, if...
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Diana Theresa Mohyi
New York, NY Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
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Case Western Reserve University School of Law
I started my legal career interning for Legal Aid, where I helped provide legal service to the marginalized. I became a licensed attorney in 2012.
I earned a Bachelors in Science in Brain Behavior and Cognitive Sciences from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Campus in 2007. In 2011 I earned my Law Degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. I am licensed to practice in the States of Michigan and New York.
I understand that dealing with family related legal issues can be overwhelming. My goal is to help my clients navigate the legal maze and reach your desired...
![Michael Liptrot]( "Michael Liptrot")
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Michael Liptrot
New York, NY Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
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Brooklyn Law School and American University
Michael is a senior counsel in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s White Plains office, where he focuses his practice on family and matrimonial law. He also has experience assisting clients with criminal, bankruptcy, landlord/tenant, and will matters. For close to a decade, Michael has practiced family law throughout the Hudson Valley area, the boroughs of New York City, and New Jersey. Over the past ten years in private practice, Michael has gained a vast amount of experience in family and matrimonial law, with specific experience in divorce, custody, child support, family offense, neglect/abuse, guardianship, and SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status) matters. He...
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Kevin Scott Mahoney
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Amherst, NY Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Kevin Mahoney received his B.A., Ed.M and J.D. all from the State University of New York at Buffalo. As a member of Tiveron Law's Family and Criminal Law Departments, Mr. Mahoney regularly assists individuals who are in a very difficult time of their lives. He believes it is his task to calmly offer skilled advice and perspective during what is often a difficult or emotionally charged situation.
In the area of family law, Mr. Mahoney and his colleagues assist individuals with family court proceedings which most commonly involve custody/visitation and/or paternity and support proceedings. They also assist individuals in all aspects...
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Mary Theresa Colwell
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfSyracuse, NY Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Albany Law School
Mary T. Colwell (nee Pasqualino) graduated from Albany Law School of University in Albany, New York in 2001 with a concentration in Criminal Law. While at Albany Law School, Mary was a member of the Moot Court Board, the Women’s Law Caucus and Vice-President of the Italian-American Law Students Association.
Ms. Colwell was admitted to the New Jersey State bar in December of 2001 and the New York State bar in January of 2002. She is also admitted in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and the United States District Court for the Northern District...
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Denis A. Scinta
Amherst, NY Family Law Attorney with 54 years of experience
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State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Denis Scinta is a member of the Matrimonial & Family Law group at Tiveron Law. Mr. Scinta has focused his practice exclusively in the area of Family Law, with particular expertise in Family Court matters, including: divorce, modification and enforcement proceedings, custody, child support, and more. Over an illustrious career, Denis also has specialized in other more atypical matters, such as adoptions, delinquencies, PINS affairs, and issues regarding the termination of parental rights. Given his diverse work, Mr. Scinta provides Tiveron Law an abundance of experience in all sectors of Family Law.
From 1971-1997, Mr. Scinta worked as a partner for...
![Peter Howard Tilem]( "Peter Howard Tilem")
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Peter Howard Tilem
White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
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Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Peter Tilem’s legal career started in September of 1991 as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney’s Office in Manhattan, where he was assigned to the prosecution and investigation of hundreds, if not thousands, of criminal cases—including violent crimes, white collar crimes and homicides.
Since founding Tilem & Associates, PC, Mr. Tilem has continued to litigate in both state and federal courts and has continued his representation of clients involved in high-profile cases. Mr. Tilem appears regularly in the newspaper and on television concerning his representation in such cases and as a legal commentator. He is...
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Debra Ann Whitson
Saratoga Springs, NY Family Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
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Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Former prosecutor, who spent the last 27 years specializing in matrimonial and family law. An experienced mediator, Certified Divorce Specialist and collaborative divorce practitioner as well as a recognized expert in working with victims of domestic violence.
I believe that legal battles are more harmful to families than helpful, and am passionate about helping people find ways to make their own decisions for their families, rather than leaving their outcomes in the hands of a stranger in a black robe. When court is unavoidable, I aim to educate and support people to make the legal process less costly, scary, uncertain,...
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Patricia A Sokolich
Garden City, NY Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
City University of New York - Queens College
After graduating from Law School, I immediately opened a private practice in Garden City, NY, where I focus my energy and expertise on the issues of matrimonial law, father's rights,custody, visitation, re-location, child support, sexual abuse, and same sex marriages. My goal is to help my client's define their priorities and provide them with the ammunition to fight for them during the divorce process. It's important for clients to be able to function and thrive independently and to support themselves and their children while maintaining their current lifestyle. A successful divorce allows the client to maintain their dignity, integrity and...
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Jonathan E. May
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
New York City, NY Family Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and International
Nova Southeastern University
Jonathan May, Esq., M.A. studied communications at the University of Illinois, the University of Miami and Law at Nova Southeastern University. Attorney May developed skills in leadership, teaching, coaching and physical training as a collegiate football coach with the University of Miami, University of Illinois and Florida International University.
Attorney May then became a communications professor and has taught at over sixteen schools in the area. This is a unique background that has helped contribute to his success in the legal field. Most people are not aware that a communications background involves education and the development of...
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Kenneth Olena
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBuffalo, NY Family Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Family, Business and Divorce
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
Kenneth Olena has worked for the last 35 years as a family law practitioner. He specializes in divorce proceedings, ranging from small to multi-million dollar settlements. Since 1981, Kenneth has practiced across upstate New York and predominantly in the Western New York region, helping clients with over a thousand divorce cases; prior to his work at Tiveron Law, Mr. Olena also provided excellent support to clients with Siegel, Kelleher & Kahn for more than 21 years. With expertise, he has handled actions of varying financial complexity involving difficult custodial battles, hardships regarding property ownership, and management of clients' personal businesses...
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John Anthony Pappalardo
White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
New England Law | Boston
John A. Pappalardo is a Partner in the law firm of Farber, Pappalardo & Carbonari. He has been an active matrimonial practitioner for 32 years handling moderate to very complex litigation involving matrimonial and family law cases. He oversees a very experienced matrimonial department. He also has a private matrimonial mediation practice, is certified in matrimonial collaborative law, sits as a matrimonial arbitrator, and is New York State Certified as an attorney representing children. He has served as Guardian Ad Litem in matrimonial proceedings and is admitted to the State and Federal Bar in New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts....
![Michael E. Underwood]( "Michael E. Underwood")
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Michael E. Underwood
Fayetteville, NY Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
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Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Thank you for considering my firm for your divorce or family law matter. I know the system and how to save you both time and money on your divorce.
Please contact me by phone or by email to schedule a free consultation.
I enjoy helping people transition in a difficult part of their lives. On average, I help about 100 people (per year) get divorced.
The fastest divorce I have done was about 30 days but (on average), a divorce takes between 60-90 days.
I have a proven track record of success, sound judgment and discretion.
As for our firm, we are conveniently...
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Steven Gabin Wiseman
Amherst, NY Family Law Lawyer with 47 years of experience
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Georgetown University Law Center
40 years experience, the last 25 of which have been devoted exclusively to matrimonial and family law, including appeals, division of retirement plans, and high net worth matrimonial matters. I have been a frequent speaker at continuing legal education programs for local and NYS Bar Association programs as well as for judges.
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Dzifa Gan
Amherst, NY Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Family, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
University of Western Australia
Dzifa Gan is an Associate Attorney in the firm’s Real Estate Law Department; handling all aspects of residential and commercial real estate. Ms. Gan has varied legal experience having previously worked as a family and matrimonial attorney in London. Her priority across practice areas has always been her clients and ensuring that their needs are met.
Ms. Gan obtained her B.A. in Psychology and concurrently her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Western Australia in 2008. Ms. Gan is admitted to practice law in New South Wales, Australia; England & Wales, UK and New York State, USA.
Before joining HoganWillig,...
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Andrew Jason Proto
White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
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Western New England University School of Law
As a former Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County, Andrew gained valuable experience while handling countless felony and misdemeanor cases. While an Assistant District Attorney he prosecuted a variety of criminal cases including murder, drug sale & possession, assault, DWI, theft and many others. Also, while a prosecutor he coordinated various investigations with state and local law enforcement, developing relationships he still maintains today.
Now as a criminal defense attorney Andrew has defended all types of criminal investigations and offenses including complex white collar crimes, million dollar thefts, grand and petit larcenies, assault, drug offenses, sex offenses, DWI/DUI,...
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Steven M Adler
Jericho, NY Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Family, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Brooklyn Law School
Attorney Adler is a Long Island estate planning lawyer who has the dedication and experience you are looking for in your representative. When you come to the Adler Law Firm, PLLC, you can have confidence in the help you can receive. Attorney Adler has dealt with all kinds of complications and hardships, and he is ready to stand beside you and assist you at this time. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree at the State University of New York at Albany. He later received his Juris Doctorate at Brooklyn Law School. When you come to this law office, you...
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Michelle L. Haskin
Albany, NY Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Albany Law School
Michelle practices exclusively in the field of matrimonial and family law, concentrating on matrimonial and family law, custody, domestic violence, and interstate issues. She has extensive experience representing clients in both Supreme and Family Court.
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Ingrid Gherman
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New York, NY Family Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
For over 35 years Ingrid Gherman has dedicated her New York family law practice exclusively to all aspects of matrimonial law, focusing on divorce and child custody. This specialization has enabled her to accumulate extensive knowledge and robust experience in matters including divorce, child custody and visitation, marital agreements, equitable distribution of marital property, child support, spousal support and maintenance (alimony), prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, enforcement and modification proceedings, same sex marriage and divorce, contempt of court proceedings, domestic violence, and interstate and international child abduction.
Her skill as a litigator and appeals attorney is equaled by her ability...
New York Family Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services
American Indian Law Alliance
DeWitt, NY
Onondaga County Department of Aging and Youth
(315) 435-2362
Syracuse, NY
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