Debra Welsh

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Debra Welsh

4.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Family

1055 Franklin Avenue, Ste 206, Garden City, NY

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About Debra

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

29 years

50%
Mediation 30%

30%
Family 20%

29 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Super Lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 31 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC

1055 Franklin Avenue, Ste 206, Garden City, NY, 11530

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC

1393 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 414N, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

Online Presence

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Debra Welsh's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews


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Reviewers consistently praise this lawyer for her professionalism, deep knowledge of family law, and compassionate approach during difficult proceedings. Clients highlight her excellent communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail, noting that she explains complex issues clearly and successfully guides them toward favorable settlements.

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Posted by Tamara | December 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Attorney

Debra handled my case in Family Court for an issue that was very daunting for me to resolve. Her attention to detail and communication as well as her understanding meant more to me than words can express. Having an attorney who not only cares, but will address all issues for you is priceless during a...ny litigation. Thank you Debra for all you’ve done! I highly recommend her for anyone looking for an attorney with unsurpassed knowledge of the law, is fair and represents her client beyond measure.

Posted by Susan | January 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Happy with results

I highly recommend Debra Welsh if you are looking for an attorney who is competent, thorough and very professional. After meetings with five different lawyers to help me with a difficult divorce property settlement including several previous agreements some of which were vague and confusing , I was g...lad I went with Debra. She helped me to unravel and understand my legal nightmare and finally reach the settlement I was hoping for. Debra keep me focused and realistic while continually updating me on any new developments with my case and she was able to facilitate the settlement I hoped for without going to trial. I am very grateful to have had her for my attorney and finalize my divorce so I can now move on with my life.

Posted by Elizabeth | January 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Competent - Knowledgeable - Compassionate

I retained Debra Welsh for my Dissolution of Marriage. Ms. Welsh is extremely kind, always had time for me, and listened to what I was saying. During the divorce process, I was provided with all my options, on every issue, and was given the greatest advice by Ms. Welsh on why a certain option was t...he best for my situation. Ms. Welsh is exceedingly knowledgeable in the field of Family & Marital Law. There were times I was feeling anxious and worried about the proceedings but I was always assured that things would work out; and they did! I was pleased with how responsive she was to me; responding to my emails quite quickly and always taking my phone calls. I would highly recommend Ms. Welsh.

Posted by John | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great Attorney

I hired her for family court she is very professional and very nolidgible on all court issues

Posted by Pat | November 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellent divorce lawyer with great experience.

Debra was able to eliminate my child support, and reverse the custodial residence so that it is now MY household. Now I will receive the child support.

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2025 - Present

NYSCDM-trained Divorce Mediator, Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC

2016 - Present

Senior Associate, Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC

1996 - 2016

Senior Associate, Bondi Iovino & Fusco

Associations

2025 - Present

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation

Member

1996 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Matrimonial Section NCBA

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Davenport v. Davenport

Seidman v. Seidman

modified

Ryan Mgmt. Corp. v. Cataffo

affirmed

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Education

1994

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

St John's University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation

Certificate of Completion

Publications

2019

Petroskelaw.com Home Alone: Divorce Edition

Languages

English

Activity

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