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Paul Leavin graduated from Swarthmore College, received a Masters from Hunter College in New York, and then graduated cum laude from Cardozo Law School. He worked for the Law Department of the City of New York as Assistant Corporation Counsel, Tort Trial Specialist, before forming his own firm. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association, the Bar Association of the City of New York, and the New York County Trial Lawyers Association. He has litigated and tried many cases in the five boroughs, Westchester and Nassau counties, and has served as a Guardian in the City, and Attorney for the Child in the First Judicial Department. He lives on Long Island with his son, wife, four stepchildren, and one small dog.
Mr. Leavin knows the applicable Domestic Relations and Family Law statutes (laws), and the relevant cases to your particular situation. He knows the ins and outs of the sometimes bewildering Court system, and he knows how to negotiate with the whole range of adversarial attorneys. Your case has its own unique features, and requires a personalized strategy and tactics. Your lawyer needs to listen to your needs and priorities, and Mr. Leavin will do that.
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31 years | 121 cases
31 years | 107 cases
31 years | 175 cases
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Acquired: 1992
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325 Broadway, New York, NY, 10007
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Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2015 | Child Custody
Finally, a lawyer I could trust!
After years of wasted time and money, a friend recommended Mr. Leavin who was able to finally win me custody of my four children. In addition, because of his thorough knowledge of the law, he was also able to get my child support increased. He understands how these courts work and he is up-front ...
Posted by Steve | June 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thorough and Effective
Paul was an asset and took the time to fully understand the issues in my case. Not every attorney has the time to do this, but I appreciated Paul's attention to detail. We had a solid working relationship over the months it took for resolution of my case. At times when the going was difficult Paul...
Posted by Richard | June 03, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Paul is the absolute BEST!
Paul went out of his way to help me during my divorce, giving me great guidance and helping me with the boilermaker – that is to put my claim in legal language. He was always polite and generous with his time on the telephone. Always called you back. In other words I have nothing bad to say about him...
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
A true fighter for your case
Always made sure he does not increase the level conflict in my divorce case by being thoughtful and sensitive in how he communicates with the opposing part. Trustworthy and truly stands behind his pledge to fight for you like a tiger ( believe he makes mention of this on his website). Always up front...
Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2015
Knows his stuff and does not create false hopes
He is very knowledgable about the law and is quite good at transferring this knowledge to his client. Trustworthy and ethical! This is a man who will not turn his back on you.
"I endorse this lawyer.. He is an excellent divorce lawyer and I believe clients will find that they get the personal attention from him that is often missing in our profession today."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is very professional in his dealings on a matter and works hard for his clients."
Marriage and prenuptials lawyer
Business lawyer
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Marriage and prenuptials lawyer
1996 - Present
Owner, Paul Leavin, Esq.
1991 - 1996
Senior Trial Attorney, NYC Corporation Counsel , Tort Division
1991
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
1968
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English