Brightwaters, New York Divorce Lawyers

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Stephanie Burke
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Christopher N Palermo
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney
15 years experience
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Stephen Bilkis
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Bay Shore, NY Divorce Lawyer
20 years experience
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Susan Kassel
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East Islip, NY Divorce Lawyer. 22 years experience
(631) 738-6761 136 E Main Street
 East Islip, NY 11730
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
New York Law School
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Susan A. Kassel is a divorce attorney practicing in Suffolk County and the founder of the Law Offices of Susan A. Kassel, P.C. For two decades, she has been practicing law in the state of New York. She is a graduate of the State University of New York at Stony Brook and New York School of Law. Ms. Kassel has been recognized with an 8.3 Excellent rating on the legal website Avvo.com. Contact her firm today to request your no-cost consultation.
Scott Steinberg
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Bay Shore, NY Divorce Lawyer. 30 years experience
(800) 696-9529 8 E Main St
 Bay Shore, NY 11706
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning, Family and Medical Malpractice
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Stephen Bilkis
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Bay Shore, NY Divorce Lawyer. 20 years experience
(800) 696-9529 8 E Main St
 Bay Shore, NY 11706
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Touro Law School
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Concetta G. Spirio
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Islip, NY Divorce Attorney. 31 years experience
(631) 277-8844 350 Moffitt Blvd.
2nd Floor
 Islip, NY 11751
Divorce, Business, Collections and Family
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As a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, LEGAL – The LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York, as well as the Collaborative Law Association of New York, Inc, Ms. Spirio knows how to help her clients by providing experienced and personal legal services. Since 1986 Ms. Spirio has served Long Island families and individuals in the following Practice Areas: * Collaborative Law * Non-traditional Family Law * Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) representation * Prenuptial and Domestic Partnership Agreements * Divorce and Separation Mediation * Real Estate Law * Trusts, Wills and Estates
(631) 277-8844 173 North Main Street PMB #320
 Sayville, NY 11782
Stuart Meltzer
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Bay Shore, NY Divorce Lawyer. 28 years experience
(800) 696-9529 8 E Main St
 Bay Shore, NY 11706
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DWI and Estate Planning
Brooklyn Law School
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Peter Rand
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Babylon, NY Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(631) 693-4700 1 John St.
Ste. 202
 Babylon, NY 11702
Divorce
New York Law School
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Patrick R. Garcia
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Bay Shore, NY Divorce Lawyer. 34 years experience
(800) 696-9529 8 E Main St
 Bay Shore, NY 11706
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
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Mr. Ernest M. Bongermino Esq.
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Central Islip, NY Divorce Lawyer. 37 years experience
(631) 232-0800 267 Carleton Avenue
 Central Islip, NY 11722
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Domestic Violence
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Christopher N Palermo
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney. 15 years experience
(631) 265-1051 1300 Veterans Highway
Suite 320
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Personal Injury
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Christopher N. Palermo has been a partner at the law firm Palermo Tuohy Bruno, P.L.L.C. since 2004. After receiving his undergraduate degree at Villanova University in 1996, he then attended Touro College School of Law, where he received his law degree in 2001. After graduating from law school, Christopher joined the Law Firm his two brothers Edward Palermo and Steven Palermo had created several years earlier. Christopher immediately established the Family Court department at the law firm. Since then Christopher has exclusively limited his practice to the field of Matrimonial and Family law. Since 2003, Christopher has...
Robert B. Pollack
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Melville, NY Divorce Attorney. 20 years experience
(516) 938-3330 445 Broad Hollow Road
Suite 25
 Melville, NY 11747
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Pace Law School
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The Pollack Law Firm, P.C. is Long Island’s premier DIVORCE law firm. Serving Long Island’s DIVORCE clients for over 20 years, The Pollack Law Firm, P.C.’s reputation for excellence in DIVORCE matters of all kinds is well known throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. Our firm has worked hard to achieve this level of success and respect in the field of DIVORCE law and has done so by always staying on the cutting edge of DIVORCE law as it develops and changes, being “results driven” and treating clients with great care, all while focusing on each client’s individual concerns...
(516) 938-3330 350 Jericho Turnpike
Suite 105
 Jericho, NY 11753
(516) 938-3330 1225 Franklin Avenue
Suite 325
 Garden City, NY 11530
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Howard E. Knispel
(631) 864-7589
Commack, NY Divorce Lawyer
28 years experience
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A.J. Temsamani
(516) 307-1666Free Consultation
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Clifford Petroske
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney. 27 years experience
(631) 337-1977 1393 Veterans Memorial HIghway
Suite 414N
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Free ConsultationDivorce, Appeals and Family
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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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...
Peter Mandi
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Bohemia, NY Divorce Lawyer. 8 years experience
(631) 265-0052 630 Johnson Avenue
Suite GL8
 Bohemia, NY 11716
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Real Estate
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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I am a solo practice speacilizing in divorce and family law. As a bi-product, my office also handles real estate transactions.
Andrew David Blum
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Lawyer. 34 years experience
(631) 587-5100 150 Motor Parkway
Suite 425
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Divorce and Family
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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I have been practicing matrimonial and family law on Long Island for over 30 years and have extensive negotiation and trial experience in complex Equitable Distribution and Custody cases. It has always been my desire to tailor my representation of each client to their individual goals and desires. In addition, I listen to my clients and I advise them accordingly. Although an amicably negotiated settlement is often the goal, I have successfully conducted numerous trials and hearings on behalf of my clients. These cases may include complex financial issues as well as cases involving acrimonious custody...
(516) 294-9292 1205 Franklin Ave
Suite 270
 Garden City, NY 11530
Michelle Dipaolo
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Farmingdale, NY Divorce Attorney. 18 years experience
(516) 927-8040 266 Main Street
 Farmingdale, NY 11735
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
Hofstra Law School
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Trial Practice beginning in law school through my career as a Prosecutor and continuing in my own practice that I run with my husband, Anthony C. DiPaolo. My courtroom skills allow me the ability to cross over into many practice areas including but not limited to criminal, matrimonial, family and personal injury law. Our firm also specializes in Wills, Trusts and Estates as well as Real Estate. I have appeared on 48 hours Hard Evidence on CBS and American Greed on CNBC regarding my role as a Prosecutor of a Bank Robbing former stock broker. Including the practice of law,...
Ian Shawn Mednick
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(631) 780-7081 1600 Calebs Path Extension
Suite 135
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Free ConsultationDivorce, Appeals, Domestic Violence and Family
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Ian S. Mednick, Esq. is an experienced and aggressive attorney in New York State, and has been specializing in matrimonial and family law for ten years. The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick handles all aspects of family law and we also offer mediation services as well. Our firm specializes is providing individualized and aggressive representation so that our client feel like they are not just a file number. Mr. Mednick is an accomplished trial attorney who is available 24/7 for his clients and provides them with a sense of security and attention that is...
Bryan Salamone
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Melville, NY Divorce Attorney. 21 years experience
(631) 424-3597 1145 Walt Whitman Rd
 Melville, NY 11747
Divorce and Family
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Bryan L. Salamone, Esq. has successfully represented thousands of clients in matrimonial and family law cases. He is a seasoned trial attorney who is well-known for his aggressive courtroom style. Mr. Salamone was voted best on Long Island. Mr. Salamone is known to be a tough trial attorney whose trial tactics are different from anyone in his field. He has handled many celebrities and high-profile divorces and has prevailed in the toughest cases with aggressive representation in complex divorce and family law cases. Bryan L. Salamone, Esq. welcomes challenges and has obtained ground-breaking results in new areas of...
Ryan Adam Riezenman
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Lawyer. 10 years experience
(631) 337-1977 1393 Veterans Memorial Highway
Suite 414N
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
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New York Law School
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Herbert Rubenfeld
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Melville, NY Divorce Attorney. 57 years experience
(631) 777-7200 425 Broadhollow Road, Suite 416
 Melville, NY 11747
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Brooklyn Law School
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Issues having to do with divorce or other complicated family matters can be extremely difficult for everyone involved. If you are in need of assistance from a divorce or family attorney in Melville, New York or a surrounding area, Rubenfeld Law Firm can offer you just what you need. With the main goal to limit the damage and maximize the legal benefits, the attorneys at this firm can handle your divorce and all of the other issues surrounding it. Some of these related issues include child custody, property division, and alimony, just to name a few. This firm handles a...
Ronald Scott Zimmer
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Commack, NY Divorce Attorney. 17 years experience
(631) 470-4872 6080 Jericho Turnpike
Suite 300
 Commack, NY 11725
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Personal Injury
Touro Law School
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Our focus is in matrimonial and Family law. We have assisted thousands of clients over the last 17 years protect their rights. We aggressively handle matters such as child support, custody, asset protection, fathers rights, orders of protection, divorce and divorce mediation, modification of orders, and much more.
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Clifford Petroske
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney
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Elliot S. Schlissel
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Lynbrook, NY Divorce Lawyer
38 years experience
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Al Hedayati
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Melville, NY Divorce Lawyer. 9 years experience
(631) 880-6440 445 Broad Hollow Road
Suite 400
 Melville, NY 11747
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Immigration
Western State College
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As the managing attorney at Hedayati Law Group P.C., Al Hedayati is a compassionate family law attorney serving Long Island, Manhattan, and the surrounding areas. Mr. Hedayati is able to provide counsel and support for clients facing a wide range of issues, including divorce, child custody, debt division, and more. He has an extensive legal background, bringing years of seasoned counsel and experience to the table. Mr. Hedayati also has experience handling immigration and bankruptcy matters, which commonly inter-relate with divorce and family law issues, further equipping him to take on tough cases. He is an active member of many...
Francesco Paolo Tini
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Copiague, NY Divorce Attorney. 11 years experience
(631) 925-2650 425 Oak St.
 Copiague, NY 11726
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Tini law, P.C. was established early 2015, after its managing partner, Mr. Tini, left his position as Principal Law Clerk for the now retired Acting Justice of the Supreme Court, Stephen M. Behar. Prior to his appointment as Principal Law Clerk, Mr. Tini has previously managed Tini & Associates, P.C. This unique experience between private practice and public service allows our firm to better appreciate the specific needs of our clients and appreciates the challenges of each case, while relating to the specific rules of the assigned jurist. As leaders in each of the areas in which we practice, and...
Rory Alarcon
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney.
(631) 867-2348 140 Fell Court, Suite 202
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Consumer and Real Estate
St. John's University School of Law
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Shawn Richard Kassman
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Central Islip, NY Divorce Attorney. 17 years experience
(631) 232-9479 110 Carleton Ave.
 Central Islip, NY 11722
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
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Lisa S Fine
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Attorney. 20 years experience
(631) 361-9600 900 Wheeler Road
Suite 220
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Howard E. Knispel
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Commack, NY Divorce Lawyer. 28 years experience
(631) 864-7589 354 Veterans Highway
 Commack, NY 11725
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Family
New York Law School
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Michael Rubenfeld
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Melville, NY Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(631) 777-7200 425 Broadhollow Road
 Melville, NY 11747
Divorce and Family
Hofstra University
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Long Island Divorce Lawyer Michael Rubenfeld has been representing clients in all Divorce and Family law matters since 1993.
Chris Battaglia
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Smithtown, NY Divorce Lawyer. 27 years experience
(516) 376-0711 27 Pine Ridge drive
 Smithtown, NY 11787
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
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Michael W. Meyers
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Lawyer.
(631) 337-1977 1393 Veterans Memorial Highway
Suite 414N
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
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Karyn Anne Villar
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Hauppauge, NY Divorce Lawyer. 21 years experience
(631) 780-7070 1600 Express Drive South
Suite 116
 Hauppauge, NY 11788
Divorce and Family
Arizona State University
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Shawn Richard Kassman
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Central Islip, NY Divorce Attorney
17 years experience
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Camille C. Fouche
(516) 240-8200Free Consultation
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Gayle Rebecca Rosenblum
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Commack, NY Divorce Lawyer. 13 years experience
(631) 462-5888 6080 Jericho Turnpike
 Commack, NY 11725
Divorce and Family
Touro College
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Robert E Hornberger
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Melville, NY Divorce Lawyer.
(631) 923-1910 445 Broadhollow Road
 Melville, NY 11747
Divorce
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Henry Lung
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Mineola, NY Divorce Attorney. 17 years experience
(516) 248-8253 92 Willis Ave
 Mineola, NY 11501
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
St. John's University School of Law
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I am a proud graduate of St. John’s University School of Law (1999). I am currently on the Alumni Board of Directors at the law school I used to attend. Prior to attending law school, I attended New York University and I was a double major in Political Science and Spanish language studies. I graduated from NYU in 1994. In addition to practicing law, I am also enrolled at Bethel Seminary of the East and someday (meaning before I get sent to an old-folks’ home), I hope to obtain a Master’s Degree in Divinity Studies. I...
Robert Walter Dapelo
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Patchogue, NY Divorce Attorney. 29 years experience
(888) 325-6199 110 North Ocean Avenue
Suite A
 Patchogue, NY 11772
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Family and Landlord Tenant
Brooklyn Law School
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Professional Legal Representation; Aggressive Trial Lawyers; Compassionate and Caring At The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., P.C., our attorneys and staff pride themselves on providing the finest quality legal representation to individuals with matrimonial, family and criminal court matters. We provide the best of small firm personal service. We are assertive litigation attorneys, and we will be well prepared and ready to litigate, if it is in your best interest. We are involved in a variety of practice areas, including: - Divorce and Family Law - Criminal Defense Litigation, including: - Harassment - ...
Melvyn Lewis Jacoby
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Medford, NY Divorce Lawyer. 55 years experience
(631) 289-4600 1737 North Ocean Ave.
 Medford, NY 11763
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Juvenile
Brooklyn Law School
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After graduating from Adelphi College with a major in business administration, Melvyn received his L.L.B from Brooklyn Law School in 1962. He immediately entered private practice in Suffolk County. Melvyn is a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association and the NYS Trial Lawyers Association.
(631) 281-2234 691 Montauk Highway
 Shirley, NY 11967
(631) 821-8800 565 Route 25A, Suite 5A
 Miller Place, NY 11764
David P. Badanes
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Northport, NY Divorce Attorney. 13 years experience
(631) 239-1702 842 Route 25A
 Northport, NY 11768
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Estate Planning and Family
St. John's School of Law
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David Badanes Esq. - Experienced 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 Garden City, Nassau County.
(631) 239-1702 1225 Franklin Avenue
Suite 325
 Garden City, NY 11530
Patricia A Sokolich
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Garden City, NY Divorce Lawyer. 22 years experience
(516) 222-0572 666 Old Country Road
Suite 900
 Garden City, NY 11530
Free ConsultationDivorce, Elder and Family
City University of New York - Queens College
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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...
Karl Brodzansky
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Garden City, NY Divorce Lawyer. 34 years experience
(516) 248-2727 585 Stewart Avenue
Suite 730
 Garden City, NY 11530
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University of Miami School of Law
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When entrusting your future with a law professional you need to research how to find a divorce lawyer, It is absolutely imperative that you choose a team of reputable lawyers who are prepared to handle any situation. The attorneys at Karl Brodzansky and Associates are committed to long term success, whether dealing with a contested divorce or child custody in New York State. This is evident in the experienced and caring approach in which clients are served. Well known as a prominent figure in the NY area, divorce lawyer Karl Brodzansky formed his firm with a vision in mind to...
Philip Kusnetz
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Garden City, NY Divorce Lawyer. 16 years experience
(516) 368-2484 300 Garden City Plaza
Suite 218
 Garden City, NY 11530
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Over 15 Years of Litigation and Trial Experience With Highly Successful Results. Quality Representation at Reasonable Rates. Call Now for Your No-Cost Case Consultation (516) 368-2484.
Darren M. Shapiro
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Jericho, NY Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(516) 333-6555 99 Jericho Turnpike, #300-K
 Jericho, NY 11753
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
University of Miami School of Law
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If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody: A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

Separate Property: Property acquired before marriage or during the marriage as a gift or inheritance, or bought during marriage with separate property.

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