Palisades, New York Family Lawyers

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Cindy N. Brown
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney
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Hillary M. Nappi
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Steven Zalewski
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Patrick R. Garcia
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John Anthony Pappalardo
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(914) 761-9400 200 East Post Road
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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John has a significant practice in the field of matrimonial law representing high net worth individuals as well as middle income couples dealing with sophisticated financial issues and complex custody matters. John 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 in all actions in which their rights are implicated. He has also served as a Guardian Ad Litem in matrimonial proceedings. He is admitted to the State and Federal Bar in New York, New Jersey; and Massachusetts....
David Ivan Bliven
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(914) 468-0968 445 Hamilton Ave, Ste 607
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
New York Law School
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Andrew Jason Proto
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 17 years experience
(914) 946-4808 One North Broadway
Suite 401
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DWI and Divorce
Western New England University School of Law
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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,...
Christine Moccia
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 25 years experience
(914) 902-3325 297 Knollwood Road
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Fordham University School of Law
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I have worked in the area of divorce and family law for over 20 years. Each client presents a unique challenge to me and deserves representation that meets his or her individual needs. I am a graduate of Fordham Law School and a seasoned litigator, advocate, and negotiator. I have practiced in the areas of family law, divorce, the division of marital assets, child support, custody, spousal support, and pension allocation. I have appeared before Justices of the Supreme Court and Family Court in the counties of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan, and have argued before the...
(914) 902-3325 800 Westchester Avenue
Suite N-307
 Rye Brook, NY 10753
Norman M. Block
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Hawthorne, NY Family Law Lawyer. 30 years experience
(877) 377-5313 245 Saw Mill River Rd
 Hawthorne, NY 10532
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Employment and Legal Malpractice
Fordham University School of Law
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Kim Rayner
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Spring Valley, NY Family Law Lawyer. 26 years experience
(845) 356-4600 777 Chestnut Ridge Rd.
 Spring Valley, NY 10977
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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Experienced and dedicated matrimonial Attorney. I will fight aggressively for your family. Call me today!

Kim M. Rayner joined the Law Offices of David I. Goldstein as an associate in 1998, and was made partner in 2008. She has over 20 years of experience as a matrimonial lawyer. As such, she has extensive litigation skills, developed through trials regarding custody, maintenance, child support, and equitable distribution. Ms. Rayner’s experience is shown through her ability to form a trusting and enduring relationship with her clients. She zealously advocates for her client in and out of the courtroom, and is an...
(201) 391-5009 20 Court Street suite 4
 Hackensack, NJ 07601
William Henig
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Spring Valley, NY Family Law Attorney. 11 years experience
(845) 418-5298 86 Route 59
 Spring Valley, NY 10977
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
The City University of New York School of Law
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I am here for you and I will fight for you. Working With You If you need a lawyer to help you with a divorce or another family law or criminal matter, you are likely going through one of the most stressful times of your life. You may feel as if you are on an emotional roller coaster. There are so many important decisions to make, it can be hard to keep track of all of them while focusing on your future. It is reassuring to know that an experienced legal advocate is on your side. My name is William Henig. From my...
Peter Howard Tilem
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 26 years experience
(877) 377-8666 188 E Post Rd
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Real Estate and White Collar Crime
Pace Law School
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Karen Jansen
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 17 years experience
(914) 821-5200 445 Hamilton Ave.
Suite 607
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Pace Law School
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"When representing clients, I am consciously aware of the stress associated with any type of litigation. I try to reduce that stress by being available on a nearly 24/7 basis to answer questions and head off potential problems. I pride myself on prompt return of telephone calls, and I am also sensitive to the importance of the cost considerations of effective representation." My work focuses on all aspects & types of Family Law including High Net-Worth/High Income Divorce, Same Sex Family Law, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Alimony/Spousal Support,...
Hillary M. Nappi
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 3 years experience
(877) 377-8666 188 E Post Rd
 White Plains, NY 10601
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Pace Law School
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Hilary Iris Nat
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Bronx, NY Family Law Lawyer
10 years experience
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Stephen Bilkis
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Bronx, NY Family Law Lawyer
20 years experience
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Shari Ruth Gordon
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 31 years experience
(914) 962-2722 140 Grand Street, Suite 401
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Albany Law School
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Shari R. Gordon, Esq.
www.sharigordonlaw.com - Experienced Divorce and Family Attorney.
Since 1986, Shari R. Gordon has been practicing law. Her offices are located in Yorktown Heights and White Plains, New York. The law firm concentrates in matrimonial litigation and divorce mediation and criminal defense. Shari is also admitted to the Eastern and Southern District Courts as well as the United States Supreme Court. In addition to her divorce and family law practice, Shari has an extensive background in criminal defense as a former Senior Staff Trial Counsel with the Criminal Defense Division of the Legal...
(914) 962-2722 40 Triangle Center
 Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Desiree Venicia De Moya
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New City, NY Family Law Lawyer. 24 years experience
(845) 639-4600 163 South Main Street
 New City, NY 10956
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Immigration
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Timothy A. Green
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(914) 683-7900 399 Knollwood Road
Suite 213
 White Plains, NY 10603
Free ConsultationFamily, Construction, Insurance Claims and Medical Malpractice
Pace Law School and University of Southern California
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Christine J. Klein
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Hawthorne, NY Family Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(914) 449-6749 245 Saw Mill River Rd, #106
 Hawthorne, NY 10532
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
St. John's University School of Law
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An experienced litigator, Christine Klein handles family law issues with sensitivity and understanding. Our practice focuses on your family's legal needs. Whether starting a new one by adopting a child or trying to protect the family you have in a custody or divorce proceeding, we'll work with you to help safeguard your family. We work with traditional families as well as with the LGBT community, and single individuals, taking care of your special family's legal needs.
Gary F. Miret
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Hawthorne, NY Family Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(914) 347-2300 22 Saw Mill River Rd
 Hawthorne, NY 10532
Free ConsultationFamily, Business and Criminal
St. John's University School of Law and St. John's University School of Law
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Mary Frances Kelly
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 45 years experience
(914) 631-2657 399 Knollwood Rd
 White Plains, NY 10603
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Real Estate
New York University School of Law
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Mary F. Kelly, a founding member of Kelly & Knaplund, has practiced family law in Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Dutchess, and New York counties since 1978. Her achievements in the legal community include service as a charter member of the New York State Permanent Judicial Commission on Justice for Children, which has advocated for court reform in the family law arena since 1988, and she has been a member of the Ninth Judicial District Gender Fairness Committee since 1994. A leader throughout her career, Ms. Kelly has served as President of the Women’s Bar Association of the State of New...
Eugene Dougherty
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(914) 686-3677 NY
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Education
Pace Law School
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Practice Areas Divorce Child custody, visitation,child support Separation Agreements Prenuptial Agreements Postnuptial Agreements Domestic abuse/child neglect Matrimonial law Education law Admitted to Practice United States Supreme Court New York New Jersey Education Pace University, J.D. Dean’s List Ranking Scholar Brooklyn College of the City University of New York, M.A. State University of New York, B.A. Harvard Law School – Summer Institute for Lawyers, 1991 Awards Citation for Meritorious Service, U.S. Army Certificate of Appreciation, White Plains City Court Memberships New York State Bar Association – Family Law Section Westchester County Bar...
(914) 263-7955 1 Barker Avenue, 2nd Floor
 White Plains, NY 10601
Martha L. Osorio
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 36 years experience
(800) 318-9750 203 E Post Rd
1st Floor
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Foreclosure Defense
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Cindy N. Brown
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 2 years experience
(877) 377-8666 188 E Post Rd
 White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal and Landlord Tenant
Charleston School of Law
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Barry Scott Kantrowitz
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Chestnut Ridge, NY Family Law Attorney. 31 years experience
(845) 356-2570 747 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Suite 200
 Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Family, Business, Employment and Insurance Claims
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Barry S. Kantrowitz, B.A., J.D., received his undergraduate degree from Harpur College, SUNY Binghamton. During his studies at Boston University School of Law, he was honored as a Paul J. Liacos Scholar and an Edward Henessey Scholar. He graduated cum laude. Mr. Kantrowitz is admitted to practice law in the state and federal courts of New York, New Jersey and Florida, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Barry Kantrowitz is a member of the New York State and New Jersey State Trial Lawyers Associations, and the State Bar...
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Todd Andrew Spodek
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Queens, NY Family Law Lawyer
10 years experience
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Daniel A. Singer
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New York, NY Family Law Attorney
14 years experience
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Laura Ann Daniels
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Scarsdale, NY Family Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(914) 980-2766 2 Overhill Road, Suite 400
 Scarsdale, NY 10583
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St. John's University School of Law
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Laura Daniels is a solo practitioner who practices family and matrimonial law. Her experience representing clients in domestic violence cases gives her a unique perspective toward the emotional component of divorce and family court matters. She appears regularly in Supreme and Family Courts, and litigates vigorously for her clients, but is also committed to helping families reduce litigation by promoting mutual respect and cooperation to bring about amicable settlements. She graduated from St. Johns University School of Law in 2000, after receiving her B.A. magna cum laude from Hunter College, where she was elected as...
Elliot J. Danziger
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(914) 288-8052 170 Hamilton Avenue
Suite 205
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Estate Planning
Pace University
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Richard S. Pakola Jr.
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New City, NY Family Law Attorney. 22 years experience
(845) 634-2221 317 Little Tor Road South
 New City, NY 10956
Family, Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Probate
The George Washington University Law School and Fordham University School of Law
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Rick has over twenty years of experience in civil and criminal practice, in both state and federal courts. He appears in throughout Rockland, Westchester, and Orange Counties, as well as in New York City, and in the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. He specializes in estate planning, all trusts and estates issues and litigation, civil rights, criminal, and family law cases in trial level courts and on appeal.
Vince Sykes
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(914) 303-6331 50 Main Street, Suite 1000
 White Plains, NY 10606
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Employment
Pace Law School
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Timothy G. Holden
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(914) 358-3277 445 Hamilton Avenue
Ste. 1102
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
Pace Law School
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Mr John Raymond McCarron Jr
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Tuckahoe, NY Family Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(914) 729-1083 68 Main Street
 Tuckahoe, NY 10707
Family, Business, Communications and Divorce
Pace Law School and Pace Law School
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Ronald Allan Phillips
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Nanuet, NY Family Law Attorney. 43 years experience
(845) 353-0100 55 Old Turnpike Road
Suite 202
 Nanuet, NY 10954-2450
Family and Divorce
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Mr. Eric Z. Reimer Esq.
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer.
(877) 885-8800 445 Hamilton Avenue
Suite 1102
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Divorce and Estate Planning
Fordham University School of Law
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Mr. Reimer loves helping clients. Preparing a will for a new family, ensuring that a deceased relative's estate is administered quickly, or securing a fair divorce for a struggling spouse is a terrific way to spend a day. Trust Eric with your most difficult legal issues. With an emphasis on client services, The Reimer Law Firm should be your firm of choice to protect your family. Call toll-free to schedule a free consultation with Mr. Reimer. (877) 885-8800.
(877) 885-8800 80 Route 4 East
Suite 170
 Paramus, NJ 07652
Thomas Fanelli
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White Plains, NY Family Law Attorney. 41 years experience
(914) 948-8700 180 South Broadway, Suite 205-B
 White Plains, NY 10605
Free ConsultationFamily, Estate Planning, Juvenile and Probate
St. John's University School of Law
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Ronna Deloe
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New Rochelle, NY Family Law Attorney. 37 years experience
(914) 843-8677 94 Beverly Road
 New Rochelle, NY 10804
Family
Syracuse University College of Law
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Ingrid Gherman
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New York, NY Family Law Lawyer
33 years experience
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Darren M. Shapiro
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Jericho, NY Family Law Lawyer
18 years experience
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Kathleen Koziol Goodfellow
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Nyack, NY Family Law Attorney. 26 years experience
(201) 981-5704 99 Main Street, suite 308
 Nyack, NY 10960
Family
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Joseph Luis Ramirez
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White Plains, NY Family Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(914) 574-8330 203 East Post Road
 White Plains, NY 10601
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Immigration
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Nicole Azran Greenwald
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New City, NY Family Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(845) 300-5265 107 North Main Street
 New City, NY 10977
Family
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Ola Azeez
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Bronx, NY Family Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(718) 882-5700 3908 White Plains Rd
 Bronx, NY 10466
Family, Divorce, Immigration and Tax
Cuny School Of Law
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Nina E. Rumbold
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Bronxville, NY Family Law Lawyer.
(914) 779-1050 116 Kraft Ave., Ste 3
 Bronxville, NY 10598
Family
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Anthony O Ferrari
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Yonkers, NY Family Law Lawyer.
(914) 779-2600 2066 Central Park Ave
 Yonkers, NY 10710
Family
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Cari B. Rincker
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New York, NY Family Law Attorney. 9 years experience
(212) 427-2049 535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor
 New York, NY 10017
Family, Agricultural, Divorce and Estate Planning
Pace Law School
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Cari is a licensed attorney in the States of New York, Illinois, New Jersey, and Connecticut while being licensed in the District of Columbia. Cari is a general practitioner with concentrations in food/agriculture law, family/matrimonial law, civil litigation, estate planning and mediation. Rincker Law, PLLC has offices in New York City and Champaign, Illinois. Cari is a member of the Association for the Bar in the City of New York's Matrimonial Law Committee. Before starting Rincker Law, PLLC, Cari was an associate at Budd-Falen Law Offices, LLC in Cheyenne, Wyoming where her broad practice...
(217) 254-5858 301 N. Neil Street, 4th Floor
 Champaign, IL 61820
Mercedes Cano
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Elmhurst, NY Family Law Attorney. 17 years experience
(718) 505-8506 40-26 82nd St
 Elmhurst, NY 11373
Family, Business, Criminal and Divorce
The City University of New York School of Law
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Mercedes S. Cano is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano. She has extensive experience in the area of immigration law, and more specifically in matters that involve deportation, political asylum and family petitions. She has represented and obtained green cards for immigrants who have been allegedly abused by United States citizens or permanent legal residents. Ms. Cano has successfully represented immigrants in immigration courts in and out of New York State, and has filed appeals for the Board of Immigration Appeals for those in deportation proceedings. Ms. Cano is also an experienced criminal defense...
Yuliya Vangorodska
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New York, NY Family Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(212) 671-0936 741/A Madison Ave
4th floor
 New York, NY 10065
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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...
(212) 658-0169 261 Madison Ave
 New York, NY 10016
(718) 376-4766 1123 Avenue Z
 Brooklyn, NY 11235
David Mejias
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Glen Cove, NY Family Law Lawyer. 21 years experience
(516) 333-7777 1 Dosoris Ln
 Glen Cove, NY 11542
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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David Mejias is a Long Island attorney specializing in family law and divorce. He is a managing partner at Mejias, Milgrim & Alvarado where he has practiced law for 18 years. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Long Island Hispanic Bar Foundation, the charitable branch of the Long Island Hispanic Bar Association where he has previously served as President. In 2003, Dave Mejias became the first Latino elected to the Nassau County Legislature, where he served from 2004 to 2010. In 2013, Dave was recognized by Long Island Pulse as a Top Ten Legal Eagle, winning the...
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Scott Steinberg
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