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Child Custody lawyers in New York Jerome A. to Peter Lomtevas

Explore New York attorneys like Jerome A. Wisselman, Joel Richard Salinger, Jonathan Edwards, Joseph Harris Nivin, Joshua Rieger, Katherine Ryan, Kelly Feron, and Peter Lomtevas. in cities like Great Neck, Garden City, Garden City, Buffalo and Kew Gardens. These attorneys specialize in Child Custody in Zip codes like 11021, 11725, 11415.
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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Peter Lomtevas

Firm: Peter C. Lomtevas, Esq., P.C.
8002 Kew Gardens Road , Kew Gardens , New York 11415
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Family , Federal , Insurance , Landlord & Tenant, Real Estate , Child Custody, Child Custody
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Lauren Michaeli

Firm: Farrauto, Berman Slater & Michaeli
1250 Central Park Avenue. , Yonkers , New York 10704
Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Family, Alimony, Estate Planning, Child Abuse, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Lauren is a Partner at Farrauto Berman Slater & Michaeli, dedicating her practice to exclusively family law. Lauren is adept at representing clients whose cases involve sensitive matters such as infidelity, domestic violence and sexual abuse allegations. Her practice includes matrimonial matters, custody, prenuptial agreements, relocation, support, business distribution, orders of protection and the like. Lauren was lead counsel in the pivotal relocation case Lavery v. O’Sullivan, 169 N.Y.S.3d 632 (App. Div. 2d Dep’t 2022), where she successfully prevailed at both Trial and Appellate levels. Lauren has vast trial experience and is a powerful advocate in the courtroom. Lauren’s style is compassionate, confident and unwavering.. A night owl, Lauren is well-known to respond to client emergencies at all hours of the day or night. Lauren is the attorney you want on your case if you are in crisis and need someone who will drop everything to support you in a pinch. For Lauren, her cases become a part of her blood. If you want a lawyer who will give you her personal cell and be there if your world implodes, she is most certainly the right attorney for you.. Super Lawyers recognized Lauren as a "Rising Star" in 2022-2025. Lauren also received the "10 Best in Client Satisfaction" Award from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and was recognized as one of the Three Best Divorce Lawyers in Yonkers, New York by ThreeBestRated. She was further selected by Attorney and Practice Magazine as one of New York's top 10 Family Law Attorneys, and was honored by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys as one of the "Top 10 under 40" for Family Law Attorneys in New York. Lauren served as a Committee Member of the New York State Bar Association Committee on Children and the Law.. Outside of her legal work, Lauren lives in NYC and runs an eccentric social media account for her 2 Italian Greyhounds, Gia and Jax. Lauren developed an indoor cycling program in NYC and taught Megaformer classes for 8 years. While her 5 major knee surgeries ended her Spartan and Tough Mudder days, you can still find Lauren racing to her daily fitness classes in her manual-transmission car whom she named ‘Jake’. Lauren has a long history of rescue work. Half-Israeli, Lauren is a natural leader who advocates with her whole-heart.. Lauren is a graduate of Fordham Law, graduating with the Archibald R. Murray Award, summa cum laude, and New York University, cum laude with a concentration in writing, social work and business communications.
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Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Nicole Helmer

Firm: Gordon, Tepper & Decoursey, LLP
Socha Plaza South , Glenville , New York 12302
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Nicole Helmer Simon is an associate at Gordon, Tepper & DeCoursey, a family law, custody, and divorce law firm. Ms. Simon graduated from Le Moyne College with a B.S. degree in 2000, and from Albany Law School of Union University with a Juris Doctor degree in 2003 with a concentration in family and elder law. A trusted family law, custody, and divorce associate, Ms. Simon is admitted to the New York State Bar. Ms. Simon serves as a Volunteer at the American Cancer Society's Hope Club, formerly known as Gilda's Club. Ms. Simon is a past member of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council, where she served as co-chair of the "Women of Excellence" Committee from 2006 through 2008 and as co-chair of the Women’s Business Council’s membership committee from 2008 to 2009. Ms. Simon is a graduate of the Leadership Tech Valley Class of 2008, which is a joint initiative between the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Schenectady Chamber of Commerce, and served on the steering committee for the Leadership Tech Valley Program from 2008 until 2013. She is the recipient of The Legal Project’s 2010 Brigid Nolan Memorial Award for pro bono service to victims of Domestic Violence. Ms. Simon was appointed to the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section in 2014 and serves as the district delegate from the Fourth Judicial District. Ms. Simon is also a member of the Schenectady County Bar Association, where she serves on the Matrimonial Committee. Ms. Simon is also a member of the Capital District Women's Bar Association, where she serves on the Board of Directors and is Chair of the Caregiver's Committee.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Nicole Greenwald

14 South Main Street, Suite 2 , New City , New York 10956
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Practice Area: PARENTING COORDINATION. Nicole Greenwald is a seasoned family law attorney and a passionate advocate, who has successfullymanaged her own practice in New City, NY, since January 2004. With over two decades of experience,she specializes in a wide range of family law matters, offering expert legal counsel in custody andvisitation disputes, neglect and removal cases, child support and willfulness issues, expungements,family offenses, and uncontested divorces. Her practice is built on a deep commitment to guiding clientsthrough challenging family-related legal issues with compassion, professionalism, and a focus onachieving fair and lasting outcomes.. In addition to family law, Nicole serves as an Attorney for the Child, representing children in casesinvolving Juvenile Delinquency/PINS (Persons in Need of Supervision), custody and visitation,neglect/abuse, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and family offenses. She also practices as aGuardian Ad Litem, appointed by the Surrogate’s Court to protect the interests of incapacitated wards.Her commitment to prioritizing children’s well-being led her to develop a practice in ParentingCoordination, where she works directly with high conflict parents to reduce tension by keeping childrenout of the disputes. By helping parents implement effective parenting plans and resolve conflicts in acollaborative manner, her goal is always to foster healthy, meaningful relationships between parents and their children. Her practice is driven by the belief that minimizing conflict and protecting children'semotional and mental health should be the ultimate focus in any family law matter. In this capacity, sheactively monitors compliance and works closely with parents to facilitate positive outcomes.Before transitioning to family law, Nicole began her legal career in insurance defense, specializing ingovernmental tort liability. This foundation in litigation has given her a strong skill set in handlingcomplex legal matters.. Nicole Greenwald earned her Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, in May 1994, whereshe graduated in the top 30% of the class, was named to the Dean’s List (1993-1994), and receivedAmJur Awards. Prior to law school, she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Management fromStern College – Yeshiva University, New York, NY, graduating Cum Laude in May 1990 and making theDean's List from 1987 to 1990.
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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Natalie Markfeld

Firm: Markfeld Law
61-43 186th St , Fresh Meadows , New York 11365
Practice Areas: Child Custody
For over a decade, family law attorney Natalie Markfeld has helped New Yorkers through Queens, the Bronx, Manhattan, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties handle difficult cases.Prior to founding Markfeld Law, Ms. Markfeld served as a managing partner at an influential Queens law firm for almost a decade. In 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 she was selected to the New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, an accolade only afforded to 2.5% of lawyers in New York.A mother of three, Ms. Markfeld understands the profound impact a family law case can have on an individual’s life. At Markfeld Law , we know that when you hire our team, you’re putting your future in our hands. It’s not a responsibility we take lightly. To us, no client is “just another case”—no matter your circumstances, you can trust us to fight for your rights and help you navigate your case with confidence.To schedule a consultation with Ms. Markfeld and receive the care and compassion you deserve, contact our office today.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5

Mitchell Greebel

Firm: Greebel & Greebel Esqs
170 Old Country Rd , Mineola , New York 11501
Practice Areas: Divorce, Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Corporate, Alimony, Prenuptials, Divorce & Separation
Mitchell A. Greebel co-founded Greebel & Greebel in 1988 and practices in matrimonial and family law, corporate, commercial litigation and real estate law.. A graduate of SUNY at Albany and Brooklyn Law School, Mitchell has practiced law in New York since 1984 and is a member of the Nassau County, New York State and New Jersey Bar Associations.. Mitchell, who is married and the father of four young men, has been a local resident of Woodmere for the past 24 years. When he is not an advocate for the special education community he is a volunteer wrestling coach in the Hewlett-Woodmere school district. Currently, in addition to serving on his temple's Board of Trustees, he is also presently an elected member of the Hewlett-Woodmere School District Board of Education where he serves as chairperson of the special education committee.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Marguerite Royer

Firm: Marguerite (Lily) Royer, Esq. PC
60 East 42nd Street, , New York , New York 10165
Practice Areas: Family , Child Custody
As an attorney with over 40 years of experience in the practice of Family Law and Matrimonial Law, Lily Royer offers extensive expertise to her clients who include high net-worth individuals with sophisticated financial investments.. Lily is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a national association of practicing lawyers recognized by their peers as having experience and expertise in family law. She is a member of the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association Family Law Section, Westchester County Bar Association and Westchester Women’s Bar Associations.. In addition to being a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Lily is on the Board of Directors for the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals, an organization of trained professionals who use alternative forms of dispute resolution to resolve conflict outside of the courtroom. She is also rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell and selected for inclusion as a New York Super Lawyer® .
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Mace Greenfield

Firm: Mace H. Greenfield, Attorney at Law
555 Broadhollow Rd. , Melville , New York 11747
Practice Areas: Divorce, Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Prenuptials, Uncontested Divorce, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

Lindsay Reed

Firm: DelBello Donnellan Weingarten Wise & Wiederkehr, LLP
1 North Lexington Avenue , White Plains , New York 10601
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Family, Alimony, Divorce
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lauren J. Bokor

570 Lexington Ave Ste 1600 , New York , New York 10022
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Mediation
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Kurt Richards

1200 South Avenue , Staten Island , New York 10314
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family
Drawing on more than 25 years of experience representing clients throughout New York, I give my clients a personal level of attention and dedication that leads to the best possible outcome.. I advocate for my clients while avoiding unnecessary litigation. I am focused on preserving both your rights and your wallet. I offer my clients straightforward, no-nonsense, efficient legal advice. I am not in the business of offering false hopes. I will gather the facts relating to your legal matters and give you a candid idea of what you can expect.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Kim Demers

222 Church Street , Poughkeepsie , New York 12601
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.4 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Kevin Werner

Firm: Long Tuminello, LLP
120 4th Ave , Bay Shore , New York 11706
Practice Areas: General Practice, Child Custody
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Kelly Feron

Firm: Spadafora & Verrastro, LLP
2 Symphony Cir , Buffalo , New York 14201
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Katherine Ryan

Firm: The Law Office of Katherine Ryan, P.C.
585 Stewart Avenue , Garden City , New York 11530
Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Support, Child Custody, Uncontested Divorce, Appeals, Prenuptials, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Katherine Ryan, Esq. earned a Juris Doctorate from Fordham University School of Law, currently ranked as a first tier, "Best Law School" by U.S. News, where she specialized in Family Law and Domestic Violence. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Ryan graduated cum laude from Villanova University with a B.A. in English.. Ms. Ryan is admitted to practice in the State of New York and is a member of the  Nassau County Bar Association and Suffolk County Bar Association.. Concentrating her efforts and skills in the areas of matrimonial, family and criminal law, Ms. Ryan has appeared in Courts within the boroughs of New York, Nassau and Suffolk County.. Ms. Ryan aggressively handles all aspects of adversarial matrimonial actions, including complex equitable distribution cases involving clients with high net worth. Further, Mrs. Ryan handles custody and visitation matters, paternity and termination of parental rights proceedings in both Family and Supreme Court. Ms. Ryan actively defends clients against CPS/ACS matters and criminal prosecution, specializing in the area of domestic violence.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
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Joshua Rieger

Firm: Rieger, LLP
100 Quentin Roosevelt Boulevard , Garden City , New York 11530
Practice Areas: Child Custody
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Jonathan Edwards

Firm: Edwards & Rockmore P.C.
666 Old Country Road , Garden City , New York 11530
Practice Areas: Divorce, Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Joel Richard Salinger

Firm: The Law Office of Joel R. Salinger P.C.
354 Veterans Memorial Highway , Commack , New York 11725
Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Felonies, Driving While Intoxicated, Misdemeanors, Traffic Violations, Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Visitation Rights, Domestic Violence, Collections
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joseph Harris Nivin

Firm: The Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.
118-35 Queens Blvd , Forest Hills , New York 11375
Practice Areas: Family Law, Alimony, Child Abuse and Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Childrens Rights, Divorce, Juvenile Law, Legal Separation, Marital Agreements, Juvenile Delinquency, Palimony, Parental Rights, Parenting Time, Post Divorce Modification, Premarital Agreements, Spousal Support, Visitation Rights, Spousal Maintenance, Same Sex Divorce, Military Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Prenuptial Agreements, Separation Agreements, Pensions, Appeals, Paternity, Orders of Protection
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Jerome A. Wisselman

Firm: Wisselman & Associates
1010 Northern Boulevard , Great Neck , New York 11021
Practice Areas: Family Law, Divorce, Matrimonial Law, Child Custody, Child Support, Separation Agreements, Visitation Rights, Fathers Rights, Same Sex Marriage, Domestic Violence, Business Law, Real Estate, Personal Injury, Litigation, Probate, Wills

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