Dori-Ellen S. Feltman

Dori-Ellen S. Feltman

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Westport, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

246 Post Road East, Westport, CT

About Dori-Ellen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

34 years

25%
Child Support 25%

34 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce, child custody, relocation, business valuation, child support modification, alimony modification, domestic violence, inter-jurisdictional child custody disputes, mediation, appeals.

34 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 18 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 25 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2001

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Dori-Ellen S Feltman Attorney at Law

246 Post Road East, Westport, CT, 06880

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Dori-Ellen S. Feltman's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

68 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 20 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Michelle | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommended

Dori Ellen has exceeded my expectations with my current custody, visitation and child support hearings. She is very thorough and her years of expertise in family law are evident every step of the way. Dori Ellen is very personable, she truly cares about her clients and is passionate about providing... them with positive results. Her paralegal, Ilene is extremely helpful and supportive. Should you need an attorney specializing in Family Law, Dori Ellen will not disappoint.

Posted by Kimberly | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

Dori-Ellen Feltman represented me in a divorce case and I was very fortunate to have her. Attorney Feltman was sympathetic, but honest and worked hard to help me navigate the financial and legal, as well as emotional intricacies of this difficult time. In court she presented a strong, well develope...d case that was compelling to the judge and achieved the outcome that we hoped for. I would highly recommend Dori-Ellen Feltman.

Posted by Sue | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, reliable, trustworthy attorney. Highly recommended.

Dori-Ellen Feltman represented me in my divorce. She was compassionate and from the outset instilled confidence in me that I had chosen the right attorney. She is not only very knowledgeable about the law and process, but also possesses a great ability to apply the knowledge. Dori-Ellen explained ...the process to me in an honest and understandable manner and was always available for and responsive to my questions. She made me feel that my case was a priority for her and that my children and I truly mattered to her. I feel very fortunate that Dori-Ellen was my attorney and I recommend seeking her advice if you find yourself in the unhappy circumstance of considering divorce. Dori-Ellen was respectful, kind, compassionate, thought about my children and my best interests. She was always focused and prepared and I was completely satisfied with her work. Her billing was honest, clearly explained, fair and reasonable.

Posted by Gwen | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, extremely knowledgable and always had my best interests as top priority.

Dori-Ellen Feltman handled my divorce with integrity and compassion from the beginning. With a strong expertise in the financial implications of a divorce, she was thorough and efficient while negotiating my terms with my ex's attorney. She was very fair and was very good about explaining various opt...ions. As a mom herself, she was also very aware of the importance of making sure the children's needs had a voice. During this very stressful time, I could not have had a more able, intelligent attorney. As a sole practitioner, she was accessible and I was never 'passed' on to an assistant, etc. I can say that Attorney Feltman truly cares about her clients and what they are going through. Her kindness and empathy, along with her strong knowledge of divorce law, make her an extremely able and qualified lawyer. Divorce is never a pleasant experience, but Attorney Feltman's professionalism and compassion make her a successful and well regarded attorney whom I have the utmost respect and admiration for.

Posted by David | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer - Used for Divorce

Dori-Ellen was professional and effective. She was a straight shooter and told it like it was, however, still showed empathy and consideration for the difficulty of my divorce and individual circumstances that came up. I was very impressed with her ability to be tough when necessary, both with me... and with opposing counsel. However, equally impressed with her ability to know when to be tough, when to be understanding, and when to be patient. I would highly recommend Dori-Ellen and have referred people to her already.

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Richard Reice

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer because she knows the law, cares deeply about her clients, and works hard to get them a positive result"

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Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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Family lawyer | Jan 28

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Dori-Ellen S. Feltman

Associations

2016 - Present

American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators, Connecticut Chapter

Founding Member

2016 - Present

Connecticut High School Mock Trial Tournament

Judge

2016 - Present

Stamford & Bridgeport Superior Courts

Special Masters

2007 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

Washington University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

London School of Economics

1988

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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