Jonathan E. Von Kohorn

Jonathan E. Von Kohorn

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fairfield, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony

87 Ruane Street, 2nd Floor, Fairfield, CT

About Jonathan

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 80%

23 years | 300 cases

80%
Alimony 10%

23 years | 300 cases

10%
Child Custody 10%

23 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 21 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Von Kohorn Law Firm

87 Ruane Street, 2nd Floor, Fairfield, CT, 06824

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Jonathan E. Von Kohorn's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | January 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent, Efficient and highly recommended Lawyer

Awesome Lawyer. Here's why... - Initial Free Interview was very informative and professional. I had 6 phone call conversations + 3 formal interviews and selected JVK out of the 10 lawyers. Some lawyers made a lot of promises in the initial discussion and acted like sharks that wanted to hire private... investigators without really listening to me. - Organized & Clean office. I loved walking into a tidy, well-organized office. Some lawyers I interviewed had an absolute mess of papers. He had small reminders of his family and explained why it was important to him. JVK is a man of great character. - Underpromise & Overdeliver - this cliche is a big thing to me. JVK set realistic expectations and timeline for my divorce. Too many of my friends were overpromised by lawyers and invested way too much for less than what was promised. JVK set the goal for a divorce in under 12 months and got it done in about 8 months (December signed with him and served the spouse that month. I was divorced in August). It would have been sooner if the ex didn't delay providing documents. - Calm and Logical - this is super important. When my ex dialed up the emotion and ridiculousness, JVK calmed me down and was not affected by the ex's ridiculous comments or insults at the two of us. JVK knows people make logical decisions when the anger is removed from the decision making. - Billing is extremely fair. No nickel and diming for every little text and email. JVK understood the games being played by my spouse, so he took that into consideration when billing me. Too many friends feel they got billed by the word - not by the email. AWESOME LAWYER. We need more JVK's in divorces so they go efficiently. I am a better person after having used him. And if you go against him, you will be treated very fair.

Posted by David | December 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Grateful for Jon VK

No one enters a marriage expecting a divorce, and the anxiety of the process is overwhelming. If you are in Fairfield County, Jon Von Kohorn is the only lawyer to consider. He navigated my case against a difficult ex and opposing lawyer with incredible expertise, kindness, and class. Jon is direct, h...is rates are reasonable, and he realistically manages expectations. I’ve also referred several friends to him with great success. He has excellent reviews for a reason, and I am forever grateful to have been one of his many satisfied clients. My life is on a much better track now, thanks to Jon and the work he does.

Posted by Yolanda | March 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Jonathan Rocks!

Divorce is terrifying. I’m glad I retained Jonathan to guide me through this painful experience with incredible empathy, brilliance, and care. And if you happen to be a lawyer and decide to represent yourself in your own divorce, Jonathan will politely pulverize you - just ask my ex.

Posted by John | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Helped with divorce case

Highly recommended. Honestly, fair and truthful. Predicted likely outcome of divorce upfront with high degree of accuracy, which was validated when it went to trial. Costs extremely reasonable as well.

Posted by Leela | July 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer, very highly recommended!

Divorce and child custody issues can be the most gut-wrenching and stressful of your life. Jon Von Kohorn helped me with a complicated custody dispute and I greatly appreciated his steady, insightful, and compassionate approach. He was always several steps ahead, anticipating pitfalls and problems. H...e is very fair about his billing, and he is clearly focused on helping rather than racking up fees. I highly recommend him.

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Jonathan E. Von Kohorn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Eliot

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Kaschel

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. Jon is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of family law. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. I strongly recommend Jon. He is a consummate professional and highly regarded member of the bar"

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Jeffrey D'Amore

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

Rush Rhees Scholar, University of Rochester

Work Experience

2003 - 2006

Associate, Halloran & Sage, LLP

Associations

2004 - Present

Fairfield County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cohen v. Cohen, 327 Conn. 485 (2018)

Judgment affirmed.

PRESSLEY v. JOHNSON III

Success: Trial court reversed in favor of client.

Discover Bank v. Hill, 150 Conn. App. 164, 93 A.3d 159 (2014)

Success for Client, CT Supreme Court rejected further appeal efforts.

Corso v. Johnson, Conn. App. Crt. AC 37067 (2014)

Success for Client, Appellate Court dismissed appeal

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Education

2004

University of Connecticut School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Rochester

B.A.

2001

Simon School of Business

Certificate

Speaking Engagements

2016

Continuing Legal Education Seminar Advanced Custody and Support

2016

CLE Faculty, Annual Meeting Alimony

2010

Young Lawyers Division, Family Law Committee Utilizing Social Networking Websites: Opportunities and Pitfalls

2009

Family Law Section Conference and CLE Credit Ethical Issues in Divorces re: Computer Hacking

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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