Family lawyers in New York Robin L. to Shiza Khan

Explore New York attorneys like Robin L. Folts, Rona Gura, Ronald McGaw, Rong Kohtz, Rosemarie Bruno, Rosemarie Rotondo, Rosemary Lepiane, and Shiza Khan. in cities like Rochester, Poughkeepsie, Nesconset, Syracuse and New City. These attorneys specialize in Family in Zip codes like 14604, 11530, 10956.
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Robin L. Folts

600 Bausch & Lomb Place , Rochester , New York 14604
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Family, Medicaid & Medicare
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“Robin and her team resolved 2 very complex elder care and estate issues for us to our complete satisfaction. We had no idea of the laws that pertain to NYS and Medicare. Robin kept…”
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Samuel Ferrara

Firm: Abrams, Fensterman, Fensterman, Eisman, Formato, Ferrara, Wolf & Carone, LLP
3 Dakota Drive , Lake Success , New York 11042
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Contracts, Estate Planning, Family , Real Estate , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Samuel J. Ferrara is an executive partner and co-director of the Matrimonial Law department at Abrams, Fensterman, Fensterman, Eisman, Formato, Ferrara & Wolf, LLP.. Mr. Ferrara represents a variety of clients in a range of matrimonial and family law issues, as well as transactional, corporate and commercial matters. He has particular expertise with contested custody cases, high net worth cases and commercial transactions.. Mr. Ferrara counsels clients throughout all phases of the divorce and separation process, including custody/parental access disputes and support/property distribution issues. He also assists clients in resolving corporate and commercial issues. His experience includes transactional work such as buy/sell agreements for multimillion dollar entities and smaller, individual transactions. These include such issues as employment, shareholder and partnership agreements, licensure issues, and real estate and general business/corporate consultation.. A top litigator and negotiator, Mr. Ferrara was recently granted Fellowship in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, named one of the Top 10 Matrimonial and Family Attorneys Under the Age of 45, as well as being designated as a New York Super Lawyer in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011,2012 and 2013, a distinction earned by only five percent of the lawyers in the New York metro area.. Mr. Ferrara presents numerous programs and/or teaches at various professional organizations on parent education, custody, parental access, property distribution, trial advocacy, appellate advocacy and ethics. He is also published in professional journals and newsletters. Mr. Ferrara is an adjunct Professor at Hofstra University.. He received his B.A. and M.A. from Boston University and his J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law. Mr. Ferrara is one of the directors of the Parent Education and Custody Effectiveness program (P.E.A.C.E.), Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), the American Bar Association, the Nassau and Suffolk County Bar Associations.
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“dges, lawyers for the kid and other lawyers respect him and that goes a long way. He's not cheap but”
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“An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer.”
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Shin-Yi Yu-Yang

40 Wall Street, 28F , New York , New York 10005
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Immigration, Landlord & Tenant, Litigation, Family, Foreclosure
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5

Sharon Wick

Firm: Phillips Lytle LLP
One Canalside , Buffalo , New York 14203
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate , Trusts, Family
Ms. Wick, Family Wealth Planning Practice Group Leader, concentrates in the areas of trust and estate administration, estate planning, estate and gift taxation and elder law. Areas of estate planning experience include wills, a variety of trust vehicles and planning for retirement benefits. Ms. Wick is also experienced in a variety of charitable giving techniques. She is a member of the Executive Committee of the Trust and Estate Law Section of the New York State Bar Association and a Fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. In addition, Ms. Wick is a frequent presenter on Trust and Estate-related topics for a variety of audiences.. Phillips Lytle LLP is a full-service law firm with passionate people who are guided by a pragmatic process. We take great pride working on complex litigation and transactional matters in each of our 36 practice areas, which include Banking & Financial Services, Business and Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Energy, Environment and Telecommunications. Our offices are located in Albany, Buffalo, Chautauqua, Garden City, New York and Rochester, NY, as well as Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.. View my Page on
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Sergio Villaverde

Firm: Law Offices of Sergio Villaverde, PLLC
3109 Sedgwick New  10463 , Bronx , New York 10463
Practice Areas: Family ,Immigration & Naturalization
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“I was in the middle of a very messy separation from my long time partner and was having a lot of trouble getting any kind of child support. Once I sta...”
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“Mr. Sergio Villaverde was an awesome attorney. He defended me in Child Support and let me have a financial fresh start. Professional service from the entire staff. Highly recommend…”
— Jesse G (Wolf)
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Scott Vincent Bernard

1 Seneca Street, Suite 29-M15 , Buffalo , New York 14203
Practice Areas: Family
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“I provided with professional and honest service throughout the litigation process. My consultation allowed me to ask questions and I received an hone...a clientScott Bernard is the…”
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“Scott was assigned to my custody/visitation case through family court. He worked closely with me to understand my goals and priorities, and developed a strong strategy tailored to …”
— Angelyna
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Sari Friedman

Firm: Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law
666 Old Country Road , Garden City , New York 11530
Practice Areas: Divorce, Family , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Attorney Sari Friedman is a Long Island divorce lawyer at Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law whose extensive list of accolades testify to the quality legal counsel she provides. Not only does she have more than 35 years of experience, but she has received the following awards and honors:. Divorce can be an extremely arduous and stressful legal process that Attorney Friedman is prepared to bear on your behalf. She has extensive skill in handling a wide range of issues that may arise in your case, such as those involving child custody, child support, and visitation. Turn to Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law when you need excellent and experienced counsel!
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“to my children’s mother and advised her gently of best course, and we parted courts forever after”
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“I have had the pleasure of working on several cases with Sari Friedman, Esq. over the years. I have always found her to be a knowledgeable, hard-working attorney who works tireless…”
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“I switched to Ms Sari Friedman to handle my divorce after 3 years of getting nowhere with another firm. I wish I had done so sooner. She is an extremely good attorney, backed by a …”
— Jame Whi
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Sarah Dreyer

Firm: Silver, Forrester, Schisano, Lesser & Dreyer
3250 Route 9W New  12553 , New Windsor , New York 12553
Practice Areas: Animal Bites,Assault & Battery,Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Constitutional ,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Family ,Motor Vehicle Accidents,Personal Injury,Premises Liability,Products Liability,Traffic Violations,Wrongful Death
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“Dreyer law is helped me so much with my injury case and I highly recommend them! I was seriously injured in car accident and they helped me with my case. Sarah and Darryl are carin…”
— Lauren
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Sara Sweeney

Firm: McCall, Sweeney & Silva, P.C.
3 Lear Jet Lane , Latham , New York 12110
Practice Areas: Family
Sara B. Sweeney is a Principal at McCall, Sweeney & Silva, P.C., where she focuses her practice primarily in Matrimonial and Family law.. Sara is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey. She participates in events with the New York State Bar Association and Albany County Bar Association. Sara provides representation in virtually every aspect of Family and Matrimonial law including matters relating to child custody, child support, orders of protection and family offenses, parental alienation, separation agreements, divorce, enforcement of divorce decrees, spousal maintenance, pre-and post-nuptial agreements, neglect and abuse, and termination of parental rights.
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“hildren and I. Having been disappointed with a different lawyer at another firm who started my case,”
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“Sara is a thoughtful and compassionate attorney. I am proud to endorse her.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Samantha Gellman

Firm: Gellman Carollo Law, PLLC
PO Box 1053 , Bethpage , New York 11714
Practice Areas: Family
A native of Long Island, Samantha Gellman-Carollo began her legal career in the Suffolk County Family Court. Ms. Gellman-Carollo thereafter joined an inner borough Domestic Violence Clinic advocating for victims in dire need for urgent relief. She then joined a prominent divorce firm in New York City, and then found her niche in a reputable Nassau County boutique matrimonial firm. Since 2010, Ms. Gellman-Carollo has specialized in all aspects of divorce, matrimonial and family court. She has the unique perspective of litigation from all vantage points, and has always prioritized providing the highest quality of legal representation when working with her clients and colleagues. As a result, Ms. Gellman Carollo is widely respected as a leading matrimonial practitioner, being a zealous advocate and distinguished attorney.. Ms. Gellman-Carollo is also a member of the New York State, Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Queens Bar Associations, where she enjoys sharing knowledge and experiences with the judiciary, and her colleagues. She further understands the importance in always having the current developments in matrimonial and family law, believing it to be crucial to the effective representation of the firm’s clientele.. Given her extensive experience, and collaborative approaches for resolution, Ms. Gellman-Carollo is uniquely familiar with the complex financial aspects of the New York State equitable distribution law, and often provides professional insight into how certain monetary matters may intertwine with others. While navigating the daunting process, Ms. Gellman-Carollo also maintains a keen awareness and appreciation of the enormous stress which the process places on the client.. Ms. Gellman-Carollo believes that she serves her clients best by interpreting the legal process in palatable terms, helping them manage their expectations, all while providing a figurative shoulder to lean on, and hand to hold. Her goal is to assess each case using the totality of circumstances, and work with a client to navigate the trajectory of the course in the resolution best suited for their best interests.. Outside the office, Ms. Gellman-Carollo enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and playing board games.
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“my choice in doing so. She got me through the entire process so smoothly I couldn’t have asked for”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Rona Gura

Firm: Law Offices Of Rona L. Gura
377 Oak St Ste 104 , Garden City , New York 11530
Practice Areas: Family
I am a matrimonial attorney who has been through the process personally. As such, I bring a uniquely empathetic  ear to my client's concerns. While I am a litigator at heart I know, through my personal experience, that generally the best results for my client are achieved through negotiation and not litigation. As I know how stressful and important that first contact with an attorney can be for a person going through a divorce or family matter, our consultations are free.
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“na to me. She immediately assuaged all of my concerns and fought hard for me and I ended up with”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Sadatu Salami-Oyakhilome

Firm: Law Offices of Salami-Oyakhilome, P.C
14726 Hillside Ave Fl 2 , Jamaica , New York 11435
Practice Areas: Family
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“mind her of the legal needs I have. She pays attention constantly to what is needed to help me, my f”
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“I endorse Sadatu Salami-Oyakhilome for all matters relating to family law. I have personally referred her cases involving divorce and child custody. Each client that I have referre…”
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“We have been dealing with a tenant who can’t be negotiated or move out of the house.It has been going for months.After she took the case the situation got much better and better. T…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Ryan McCall

Firm: McCall Sweeney & Silva, P.C.
3n Lear Jet Lane Suite 105 , Albany , New York 12110
Practice Areas: Family
I am an Attorney in the Capital District of New York who zealously advocates for my clients in all facets of Family & Matrimonial, Landlord-Tenant and Business Transactions cases.. In 2024, my Partners and I opened the firm of McCall, Sweeney & Silva, P.C., servicing all of Upstate New York.
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“n my custody order causing me losses . The other party used a public defender while I lost thousands”
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“Attorney McCall engages in critical thinking to generate realistic and practical solutions for his clients. He is a pro-active and aggressive advocate.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Ryan Carney

Firm: Carney & Carney
43 Court St Ste 800 , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Family
I am a compassionate, patient attorney with past experience in customer service and management who has taken a service mentality with me into the practice of law.  The focus of our practice is being transparent and availbale to our cleints and not hiding behind busy schedules or support staff.
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“Professional, compassionate and able to navigate the court system with ease. You are in good hand”
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Rosemary Lepiane

Firm: Bousquet Holstein PLLC
110 West Fayette Street , Syracuse , New York 13202
Practice Areas: Family
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“Rosemary was very efficient and made handling my court matter as simple as possible, and was great w”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Rosemary is knowledgeable, diligent, professional and compassionate. I highly recommend her to those seeking a lawyer for any family issues, especially divor…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Rosemarie Rotondo

Firm: Rotondo & Assoc. P.C.
1 , Huntington Station , New York 11746
Practice Areas: Family
Rotondo and Assoc., P.C. is a boutique matrimonial/criminal law firm. The firm was formed in 1996 by Rosemarie N. Rotondo, after working at the United States Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York (US Attorney’s office - SDNY) for Deputy Chief, Louis Freeh, who continues to manage the office. In addition to Rosemarie N. Rotondo there are qualified associates, and of-counsel attorney’s specializing in both matrimonial law and criminal law. Moreover, the firm has in house financial analysts to assist in forensic accounting and asset recovery.. We represent a diverse clientele from battered women to Wall St executives. Our approach is to assemble the best team of experts based on the needs of the client. A senior attorney oversees every case to ensure the optimum result for the client.
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“Rose represented me for my divorce and she made the process smooth and painless. Her attention to de”
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Rosemarie Bruno

181 Smithtown Boulevard   104 New  11 , Nesconset , New York 11767
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy,Corporate ,Divorce,Family ,Mediation
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“If you need an attorney, look no further...she is wonderful.... She is a SUPER FAIR mediator. She is is very easy to talk to, and easy to understand....”
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Rong Kohtz

Firm: Rong Kohtz
30 Wall Street , New York , New York 10005
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Corporate , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Immigration & Naturalization , International & Trade, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreement, Spousal Support, Family
Since 2004 I have had the privilege to assist some extraordinary people in their personal and family matters related to marriage, divorce, children, parents, family wealth and immigration.. During my time in law schools, I worked on projects funded by the Ford Foundation to promote women's rights, social equality, constitutional democracy and rule of law in transitional societies in Asia and Eastern Europe. After working for some renowned international law firms in New York, Beijing, and Hong Kong, I established my own practice in New York City in 2004 and in 2016 I expanded my practice to Michigan, where my family now resides. For over a decade, I have represented clients from over 50 countries. I have litigated and tried high-impact international family law cases in federal and state courts in New York. I am frequently hired by U.S. and foreign law firms to consult or serve as expert in matters involving multinational litigation. I am a recognized expert in international family law, U.S. immigration law and Chinese family law. I have testified as an expert of international law, U.S. law, and Chinese law in various foreign country courts and U.S. courts.. My husband, Dr. Stave Kohtz and I are proud parents of three talented daughters. Our family cares about climate crisis, public education, gun violence, health care justice in rural America and many other social causes. At our free time, we enjoy postmodern and contemporary artwork, cooking, playing musical instruments, sailing and traveling around the world.
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“She was always willing to help, gave us the best advice and responded to our questions as soon as sh”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Rong is very thorough in her approach towards representing her client and at the same time very professional with her adversary. We dealt with one another on…”
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“Frist of all, I want to say I greatly appreciate Mrs. Kohtz’s help. Because of her, I got resident custody of both of my kids and relocation to another state. When I first met Mrs.…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ronald McGaw

Firm: Ronald J. McGaw, Esq.
3 Cannon Street , Poughkeepsie , New York 12601
Practice Areas: Family
PERSONAL ATTENTION GUARANTEED. 30+ YEARS LEGAL EXPERIENCE. FORMER JUDGE. PUBLISHED AUTHOR. As a former Judge for 10 years, and a Park Avenue attorney prior to that, I have handled  thousands of difficult situations  from  both  sides  of  the  bench.  Let my experience work for you.  When you have a difficult problem, you need and deserve an experienced hand to guide you through your troubled times.
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Shiza Khan

Firm: Khan Family Law
14 S Main Street , New City , New York 10956
Practice Areas: Family
Shiza Khan Esq, is the founding partner of Khan Family Law and an attorney who is passionate about the rights of children. Raised in the quaint suburbs of Surrey in England, she obtained her LLB from the University of Essex. She then became admitted to the roll of solicitors of England and Wales in 2008. After practicing Criminal and Employment Law in London, she then moved to America, where she was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2011. Following her admittance, she worked at the Legal Aid Society of Rockland County in the Children’s Rights Division as an attorney for children, where she appeared in family court almost every day representing children in over 1,000 dockets in custody, visitation, child abuse, child neglect, guardianship, foster care, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Juvenile delinquent and (PINS) cases. Whilst at Legal Aid, Shiza formed strong relationships with many of the attorneys in the county and many of the judges on, and off the bench. With her specialized training in family law, Shiza then started her practice in 2015. Shiza serves on the Attorney for the children panel in Rockland and Westchester County and on the assigned counsel panel in Rockland County. Shiza speaks Urdu and Hindi fluently and has an English accent! To contact Shiza, please email her at , connect with her on any one of her social media accounts above or call the office at
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Shiza Khan on a number of custody and visitation cases in which Ms. Khan was the Attorney for the Child. Ms. Khan always comes to Court pr…”

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