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Albert Katsuaki Gustafson
Cobleskill, NY Divorce Attorney. 36 years experience
(518) 231-5040 600 Main St
 Cobleskill, NY 12043
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Family
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Dennis B. Laughlin
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Cherry Valley, NY Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(607) 264-9988 77 Alden Street
Post Office Box 0217
 Cherry Valley, NY 13320-0217
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
Western New England University School of Law
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- Eagle Scout - BS and MS in Computer Science - Attorney for the Village of Cherry Valley New York - Attorney for the Town of Edmeston New York - Attorney for the Cherry Valley Children's Christmas Fund, Inc.
(607) 432-6959 15 South Main Street
Suite 103
 Oneonta, NY 13820-2688
Joseph Nalli
Fort Plain, NY Divorce Lawyer. 32 years experience
(518) 993-4486 121 Honey Hill Rd
 Fort Plain, NY 13339
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
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Amy Jo Knussman
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Ballston Spa, NY Divorce Attorney. 14 years experience
(518) 884-0200 658 Malta Avenue
Suite 201
 Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
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Amy J. Knussman is a partner with DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Knussman is a graduate of Albany Law School and has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2003. Ms. Knussman’s career began at The Donnellan Law Firm in 2001, while she was still attending Albany Law. After many years of hard work and dedication, Amy became a partner at DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC in January 2008. Amy focuses her practice in the areas of Matrimonial and Family Law and has been a member of the Saratoga County and Warren County Attorney for Children Panels...
Michael J. Catalfimo
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 31 years experience
(518) 465-3484 20 Corporate Woods Blvd.
 Albany, NY 12211
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
Boston College Law School
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Michael J. Catalfimo represents a diverse group of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation and transactional matters involving Real Property Law, Creditors Rights, Business Law, Family Law, Trusts and Estates Law, Municipal Law, and Health Care Law. He is a Managing Director and the Chief Operating Officer of the Albany, New York law firm of Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, P.C. Mr. Catalfimo received his Juris Doctor Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Boston College Law School in 1985, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif National Legal Honor Society and received the Lewis...
Jo Ann Shartrand
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Latham, NY Divorce Attorney. 32 years experience
(518) 786-3900 17 British American Blvd
 Latham, NY 12110
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Albany Law School
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EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE DIVORCE ATTORNEY Moving forward towards separation and divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Jo Ann Shartrand has the experience to guide you through the best legal process to meet your individual situation. She is an experienced Divorce and Family Law Attorney, but she also specializes in alternative dispute resolution options such as Collaborative Divorce and Divorce and Family Mediation. Choosing the best option for your divorce and separation is an important first step, so please contact Ms. Shartrand for a consultation to discuss all of the options for your individual...
Teresa Donnellan
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Ballston Spa, NY Divorce Attorney. 25 years experience
(518) 884-0200 658 Malta Ave
Suite 201
 Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
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Teresa G. Donnellan is the managing partner of DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Donnellan is a graduate of Albany Law School and has more than 25 years experience in matrimonial and family law, both in litigated court proceedings and collaborative law matters. Teresa has been a member of the Saratoga County and Warren County Attorney for Children panels throughout her career in the Capital District and served as the Saratoga County Attorney for the Child Liaison. Teresa is an active member of multiple area organizations such as: the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, the Saratoga County Bar...
Joshua Bannister
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Herkimer, NY Divorce Lawyer. 2 years experience
(315) 985-5624 420 E German St
Suite 102-A
 Herkimer, NY 13350
Divorce, Criminal, Family and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Joshua is a native of Herkimer County. After college, he served our country as a Marine Officer, achieved the rank of Captain, and served on three deployments to the Middle East. Following service in the Marines, Joshua attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2015. Joshua gives 100% to everything he does and will take the time to understand your unique situation and needs. Joshua serves all members of the community regardless of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or veteran status. If you...
Mary Theresa Colwell
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 16 years experience
(518) 462-4242 20 Corporate Woods Boulevard
 Albany, NY 12211
Divorce, Family, Real Estate and Traffic Tickets
Albany Law School
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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...
Michelle L. Haskin
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer.
(518) 447-3383 677 Broadway
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 Albany, NY 12207
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Albany Law School
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Kevin Michael Colwell
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Albany, NY Divorce Attorney. 19 years experience
(518) 468-1027 20 Corporate Woods Boulevard
 Albany, NY 12211
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
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Attorney Kevin Colwell is a founding partner and owner of The Colwell Law Group, LLC. Admitted to practice in 1998, Mr. Colwell's practice is focused on helping people going through divorce and child custody disputes rebuild their lives.
Barbara King
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 29 years experience
(518) 213-3818 441 New Karner Road
 Albany, NY 12205
Divorce and Family
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Barbara J. King is a partner with Tully Rinckey PLLC and concentrates her practice in the areas of Family and Matrimonial Law. After graduating Valedictorian of her class at John Jay University, Barbara earned her Juris Doctor from the City University of New York at Queens College. She practiced on Long Island for several years before relocating to the Capital Region. Prior to joining Tully Rinckey PLLC Barbara held a principal role at a long-standing Capital Region law firm, where she focused her practice on Family and Matrimonial Law. Barbara has a well-established connection and commitment to the Capital Region through...
Kelly Marie Curro
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 24 years experience
(518) 218-1053 8 Airline Drive
Suite 101
 Albany, NY 12205
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
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Kelly M. Curro has been a practicing Attorney for 23 years. She has varied experience in the general practice of law including civil litigation, criminal defense, real estate and business matters. Her active practice in the area of Matrimonial and Family Law benefits from her varied legal background to best serve the diverse needs of her clients. Ms. Curro represents clients in divorce, separation, custody, paternity, child and spousal support, property distribution, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and post-divorce issues such as enforcement and modification. Her goal is to assist clients to achieve clear and practical resolutions during...
805 Route 146
 Clifton Park, NY 12065
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 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
333 Glen Street
 Glens Falls, NY 12801
David M Siegal
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 40 years experience
(518) 431-1000 16 Corporate Woods Blvd
 Albany, NY 12211
Divorce, Business and Family
Albany Law School
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Our office consists of six people - 3 lawyers, two paralegals and one strictly clerical person. In addition to being a lawyer, I am and have been in various businesses, real estate development and ownership,and am an active pilot. We try to accomplish our client's goals in the least expensive and least adversairal way possible, but unfortunatley that is not always possible and thus we are fully equipped to litigate the result.
Bruce J. Wagner
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Albany, NY Divorce Attorney. 32 years experience
(518) 447-3329 677 Broadway
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 Albany, NY 12207
Divorce, Appeals and Family
Albany Law School
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Christopher N. Luhn
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Burnt Hills, NY Divorce Attorney. 31 years experience
(518) 884-0000 221 Kingsley Rd.
 Burnt Hills, NY 12027
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Baltimore School of Law
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Distinguished in both private practice and public service, Chris is a dedicated advocate, bringing over 30 years’ courtroom and trial experience to bear on your legal problems and issues, focusing exclusively in the fields of Divorce and Matrimonial Law, Family Law (Custody, Visitation, Child Support, and Family Offenses), Personal Injury Law, and Vehicle & Traffic Law. From 1989 through 1996, Chris was the partner in charge of all litigation at the Clifton Park firm of Ianniello, Anderson, Reilly & Luhn, P.C. Preferring the role of "solo" trial lawyer, he then opened his own practice as Christopher N. Luhn, P.C....
Max Smelyansky
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer.
(518) 688-2800 602 Central Ave
Ste 102
 Albany, NY 12206
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Family
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Max Smelyansky, who grew up in Bethlehem, graduated from Manhattan College earning a Bachelor of Science with a major in economics. He then graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law, in Maryland. After graduating from law school, Max Smelyansky developed his law practice in Albany, specializing in Traffic Defense Law, Personal Injury Law, Landlord / Tenant Law, Family Law and Estate Planning Law.
Anthony J. Pietrafesa
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Albany , NY Divorce Attorney. 34 years experience
(518) 218-0851 1971 Western Avenue #181
 Albany , NY 12203
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Consumer
Syracuse University College of Law
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Michael Namtalla Kalil
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Utica, NY Divorce Attorney. 30 years experience
(315) 797-1150 1602 Sunset Ave
 Utica, NY 13502
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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I have been practicing law for approximately 30 years, with a focus on family issues: divorce, custody, support and adoption. I recently become certified in mediation, and I now offer complete mediation services for those couples looking to mediate their divorce or custody issues. I pride myself in always being honest with clients, and trying to have clients form realistic expectations regarding what will happen with their issues if a court is forced to decide how to handle their case. I am not a yes person for my clients. i will absolutely advocate and work hard...
Michael Andrew Castle
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Herkimer, NY Divorce Attorney. 37 years experience
(315) 866-7401 110 W Albany St
 Herkimer, NY 13350
Divorce, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Syracuse University
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he Castle Law Firm is a General Practice Firm which has been practicing law in the Mohawk Valley area for more than 30 years. We handle all types of legal cases primarily in Herkimer, Oneida, Montgomery, Fulton and Otsego Counties, as well as other Upstate New York counties. At the Castle Law Firm, Attorneys Michael A. Castle and Scott H. Oberman put their combined legal experience to work for you to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. The Castle Law Firm utilizes the most up-to-date computer research and with their many years of experience, specializes in handling your...
Eric Alan Tepper
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Glenville, NY Divorce Lawyer. 34 years experience
(518) 399-5400 113 Saratoga Road
 Glenville, NY 12302
Divorce and Family
The George Washington University Law School
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Laura Hoffman
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Clifton Park, NY Divorce Lawyer. 11 years experience
(518) 280-7715 636 Plank Road, Suite 209
 Clifton Park, NY 12065
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
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Karl E. Manne
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Herkimer, NY Divorce Attorney. 24 years experience
(315) 866-7642 107 Court St
 Herkimer, NY 13350
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
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The Manne Law Office is a law firm dedicated to aggressive advocacy on behalf of clients involved in litigation, and to competent, professional and attentive representation of clients in all other matters. Our focus is always on helping our clients attain their objectives as swiftly and as directly as possible. We are a full service law firm with over 23 years of experience. In all matters attorney Karl Manne personally assists clients in evaluating their individual needs and circumstances, determining their goals and priorities, formulating a resolution or developing a plan of attack, and then implementing that plan through...
Elena Jaffe Tastensen
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Saratoga Springs, NY Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(518) 587-4419 358 Broadway
 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Divorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
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Elizabeth Fairbanks-Fletcher
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Saratoga Springs, NY Divorce Attorney. 12 years experience
(518) 581-8600 PO Box 4760
 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy and Tax
Albany Law School
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Anthony Gerard Buono
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Valatie, NY Divorce Attorney. 21 years experience
(518) 758-1979 2880 Route 9
Post Office Box 300
 Valatie, NY 12184
Divorce, Family and Real Estate
Albany Law School
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Malorie A. Carbone
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Utica, NY Divorce Attorney. 18 years experience
(315) 733-7549 2219 Genesee Street
 Utica, NY 13501
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Real Estate
Western New England University School of Law
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The majority of my practice is divorce and family law. I try to make what is usually a very difficult and emotional time for most of my clients as easy as possible. We have a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere at our office and I think that helps to put everyone at ease. I also represent several small business and understand that when representing them the course of action has to be economical and efficient. I do not believe that long protracted litigation benefits anyone but when a fight is...
Megan B. Van Aken
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Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer. 17 years experience
(518) 447-3365 677 Broadway
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 Albany, NY 12207
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
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Jennifer J. Corcoran
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Albany, NY Divorce Attorney. 20 years experience
(518) 218-7100 441 New Karner Road
 Albany, NY 12205
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
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Jennifer J. Corcoran, Esq. is a partner with Tully Rinckey, PLLC and concentrates her practice in the areas of family and matrimonial law, elder law, and trusts and estates. Jennifer also handles real estate and bankruptcy law for the firm. She is the former Deputy Chief Clerk of the Albany County Surrogate's Court. Jennifer is a frequent speaker at various bar association conferences and seminars on topics such as Article 81 Guardianships, Estate and Trust Administration, Medicaid planning, and advance directives. She has conducted training sessions required by the Office of Court Administration for Guardians, Court Evaluators and Court Appointed Counsel...
Heidi T. Cochrane
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Windham, NY Divorce Lawyer. 11 years experience
(518) 965-1077 5338 Rt. 23
 Windham, NY 12496
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Family
Albany Law School
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Experienced legal representation for divorce, separation, family law, child custody, child support, criminal law, DWIs / DUIs and traffic tickets, civil and commercial litigation, contract negotiations, business contracts, mediation, corporate formation, real estate transactions, wills and probate, throughout Greene, Albany, Columbia, Ulster, Delaware, and Schoharie Counties.
(518) 965-1077 Union Street
 Hudson, NY 12534
Kingston, NY 12401
Suzanne Louise Latimer
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Latham, NY Divorce Attorney. 24 years experience
(518) 785-9702 951 Albany Shaker Rd
Suite 100
 Latham, NY 12110
Divorce, Family and Real Estate
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Douglas E. Coleman
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Hudson, NY Divorce Lawyer. 12 years experience
(518) 369-0478 414 Union Street
PO Box 1219
 Hudson, NY 12534
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
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John Raspante
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Utica, NY Divorce Lawyer. 11 years experience
(315) 507-2521 Paul Building
209 Elizabeth Street, 4th Floor – Suite 404
 Utica, NY 13501
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
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"Experienced, successful and responsive." Changes in life can be stressful, and going to court is one of the most anxiety-filled things you'll ever have to do. It's the fear of the unknown and the lifelong consequences that come with any judge's decision that ties your stomach into knots and makes you toss and turn all night. Having the right attorney can ease your worries: Family law: prenuptial and postnuptial issues; personal protection orders; divorce and legal separation; division of marital property and debt; spousal support; paternity disputes; child custody and visitation; child support; interstate support and custody issues. Criminal law: Felony and misdemeanors, DWI,...
Terence E Shanley
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Troy, NY Divorce Attorney. 47 years experience
(518) 874-1872 258 Hoosick Street, Suite 201
 Troy, NY 12180
Divorce and Family
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Terence E. Shanley attended Loyola University in Rome, Italy and graduated from the College of the Holy Cross. He received his law degree from Columbia University Law School. He is admitted to practice in all of the federal and state trial and appellate courts in New York State. He was a member of the Committee on Character and Fitness, New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department. Mr. Shanley is a member of the Rensselaer County, Albany County, and New York State Bar Associations. In addition he has been member of the Collaborative...
James Brearton
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Latham, NY Divorce Lawyer. 41 years experience
(518) 785-4537 950 New Loudon Rd., Box 889
 Latham, NY 12110
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Albany Law School
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Julie Marie Frances
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Saratoga Springs, NY Divorce Lawyer. 10 years experience
(518) 587-6670 480 Broadway
Suite 214
 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Estate Planning
Albany Law School
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Michael Basile
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Schenectady, NY Divorce Lawyer. 33 years experience
(518) 374-3399 1430 Balltown Road
 Schenectady, NY 12309
Divorce, Family, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
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After joining my firm in 1989, I became chairman of the department in 1992 and shortly thereafter a member of the law firm. I have administered the litigation department and handled the majority of the litigation files from inception to completion, including all the major litigation files in the office. The practice has involved representation for institutional and private clients in a number of areas of law. I have handled cases in both Federal and State Courts. Among the areas of law covered by the firm's litigation practice are the following: personal...
Lisa Mills
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Kinderhook, NY Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(518) 758-2333 44 Broad Street
 Kinderhook, NY 12106
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James P. Melita
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Albany, NY Divorce Attorney. 8 years experience
(518) 339-3743 Po Box 38091
 Albany, NY 12203
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Collections and Criminal
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James Melita, who grew up in Gloversville, graduated from Plattsburgh State University of New York with a major in political science and a minor in economics. He then graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Michigan. After graduating from law school, James Melita formed his own law practice with offices in Albany and Johnstown, specializing in Traffic Defense Law, Criminal Defense Law, Collections Law, and Real Estate Law.
Tammy Arquette
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Clifton Park, NY Divorce Lawyer. 26 years experience
(518) 373-9300 990 Route 146
 Clifton Park, NY 12065
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Family
Albany Law School
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Tammy J. Arquette, Esq. has been practicing law in the Capital District and..beyond, including Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga, Rensselaer, Schoharie, Fulton and Montgomery Counties for over 20 years. Tammy J. Arquette is an experienced trial attorney, practicing primarily in the areas of divorce law, matrimonial law, family law, child custody, child support, paternity, separation agreements, and adoptions. Tammy J Arquette is also experienced in the areas of consumer bankruptcy law, vehicle and traffic law, DWI law, Real Estate including the purchase and sale of residential real estate, and criminal 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.

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