Overall Rating
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4.9 /5.0
102 Client Reviews
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Peter L. Cedeno
also known as Peter Cedeño, Peter L. Cedeño
About Peter
Biography
As founder of Peter L. Cedeño & Associates, P.C., New York attorney Peter L. Cedeño provides legal counsel for family law concerns. Since 1994, he has been practicing as a lawyer in New York. Before his firm’s founding, Mr. Cedeño spent time as a prosecutor and attorney at several firms. He is the recipient of a 10.0 Superb rating on . Presently, he is a member of the Family Law Section Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association. Attorney Cedeño is a graduate of the Pace University School of Law. To receive more information, contact his firm today.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Alimony
25%
Criminal Defense
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
33 years
Family
25%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018 2017 2015
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2
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Cedeno Law Group, PLLC
111 Broadway, Suite 707, New York, NY, 10006
nyc-divorces.com/our-team/peter-l-cedeno/Online Presence
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Showing 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Adil | June 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Super and the Best Divorce Lawyer, the one who always bring you in your comfort zone.
For me, Peter L. Cedeno is truly the best among the rest. Have been with so many lawyers but never came across anyone like him before. My Divorce was very stressful and emotional for me because I wanted to get remarriage. Initially my divorce was pretty simple. It was an uncontested divorce b...
Posted by Edwin | April 02, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Simply an outstanding counsel!
Simply an outstanding Counsel! Knowledgeable, very determine, trustworthy, dedicated to his profession and always willing to schedule an appointment with you to address any questions or concerns you may have. My girlfriend (who is currently my wife) and I went to see him because we wanted to get ma...
Posted by Jerry | November 24, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Gratitude
I was a little hesitant in retaining him or any other attorney because in my own ego centric belief I actually thought that no other person would better represent me than myself. Naiveness or ego centric attitude on my part for thinking I could buy a book and self teach myself; after all there are s...
Posted by Carolina | November 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review
I was Peter’s client. When we to trial in the middle told me that I had to sign because the other part did not have money and he was losing time and money with me instead of taking other clients. He did not solve any of my issues and as of today I ended up waiving all my rights in the settlement. ...
Posted by Clean | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Tripled Estimated Legal Fees and Agreed to Unconscionable Terms without My Awareness or Consent
Mr. Cedeno legal representation in my post-divorce matter was extremely deficient in several regards. First, his legal fees estimates were ultimately triple the original estimates ($10,000 originally quoted, to $30,000 final). Second, Mr. Cedeno repeatedly, and unnecessarily, opted to prolong negot...
Peter Cedeno
Replied last February 01, 2017Its unfortunate that these reviews aren't somehow filtered. I have never represented someone by the name of Clean. More importantly, the facts don't fit anyone i have ever represented. Nothing within the law would force someone to stay in New York for any length of time much less two years. Additionally, I know of no previous client that was quoted or paid those type of fees. Keep in mind that for any case to cost that much money and then escalate to triple the amount, there would have to have been some type of trial and a written decision by the court. Lastly, there are no circumstances in a court proceeding where an attorney is allowed to consent to anything of substance in the client's absence. If i had to guess, this person is the opposing side of someone i did represent.
Peter L. Cedeno's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Knowledgeable and aggressive Counsel. I endorse this attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Cedeño is an experienced New York divorce attorney. As a colleague, he is indispensable in his extensive knowledge of New York Divorce Law. I effortlessly rely on Mr. Cedeño’s judgment and advice in divorce matters. He is also very prompt in answering any of my questions."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Peter Cedeno."
"I am a Family Law practitioner in Summerville, South Carolina, just outside of Charleston. One of my clients had a custodial interference emergency happening in New York City. I plucked Peter's name off of Avvo and called him out of the blue on a Friday afternoon. He picked up right away, and he was tremendously helpful. If this gentleman treats his clients as well as he treats an attorney from 800 miles away that he's never met before, the people of New York need to look no further for phenomenal counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many cases with Mr. Cedeno over the years. He is a zealous advocate. He is always well prepared and ready to take on the opposition."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Cedeno is well-respected by both his colleagues and his clients for his knowledge of complex legal issues as well as his aggressive representation of his clients. Mr. Cedeno works hard on every case to get his clients the best results possible."
"I endorse this lawyer.Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is excellent"
"I've had the opportunity to refer many clients to Peter over the years and the feedback has always been positive. Peter is the kind of attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients and has developed a stellar reputation in the legal community. He is experienced, knowledgeable and dedicated. It also doesn't hurt that he's a great all-around guy."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable of the law, empathetic and accessible to clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Experienced and Reliable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter has been my adversary on several occasions. He he sincere and caring in his representation of the client and fair in negotiating with his adversary in a reasonable, productive way."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the plessure in working with Peter at a high volume midtown firm in New York City were he headed the Matrimonial Unit. He was an outstanding attorney who handled the firms most difficult divorce cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
2012 Challenge-Section Leader, New York State Bar, Family Law Section
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Managing Partner, Cedeno Law Group, PLLC
1900 - Present
Attorney, Cedeño Law Group, PLLC
2014 - 2019
Senior Partner, Peter L. Cedeno & Associates, P.C.
2010 - 2014
Partner, Perez & Cedeño, P.C.
1997 - 2010
Matrimonial Department Chair, Wilens and Baker, P.C.
1994 - 1996
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office Kings County
Associations
2023 - Present
New York County Bar Association-Matrimonial SectionCo-chair
2021 - Present
Bay Ridge Lawyers AssociationMember
1992 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
Brooklyn Women's Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
New York Women's Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2009
New York County Bar Association Matrimonial SectionBoard Member
2005 - 2010
New York City Bar Association, Matrimonial Law CommitteeAlumnus
1998 - 2000
New York Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1997 - 2018
New York State Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee-Alumnus
1996 - 2013
Dominican Bar AssociationBoard Member
1994 - 2019
Interdisciplinary Committee on Child CustodyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
anonymous vs anonymous
Client received more than 50% of the assets and custody of the two children
Education
1993
Pace University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Scranton
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Family Law Workshop
Divorce, Custody/Visitation & Equitable Distribution
2015
Custody, Child Protective Proceedings and Ethics
Attorney for the Child
2009
New York State Bar Assoc.-CLE
Basic Matrimonial Law
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is a stipulation agreement valid if there is no acknowement page signed by the parties and both parties attorneys confirming ?
12 Jan 2015
Q&A
Uncontested divorce Form UD 7 affidavit of defendant
15 Dec 2014