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Paul Eric Leavin
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
31 years | 121 cases
Child Support
25%
31 years | 107 cases
Divorce and Separation
25%
31 years | 175 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 33 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Paul Eric Leavin
325 Broadway, New York, NY, 10007
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Posted by Andre Davis | June 10, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Paul Leavin was a light in a dark place
I thought my divorce was going to be simple, I have 2 beautiful kids, I thought my ex wife would be fair, on the contrary , she tried to take my rights as a father, put me through a long court battle . I was really down, and met Paul Leavin, he believed in me , and I him, he advised me every step of...
Posted by Story | June 05, 2015 | Family
Paul Leavin
I retained Paul fo ra NYS Family Court matter. He did excellent work for me. He was reliable, responsive and on the mark when the chips were down. He advocated my side with intensity but always in a diplomatic and gentlemanly manner. His way of approaching things in an uncontentious manner is proof ...
Posted by Robert | June 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Job Handling Divorce
Mr. Leavin successfully handled my divorce and was thoughtful, patient, and responsive throughout the process. He kept me informed and up-to-date on all relevant court requirements and the result was a stress-free divorce judgment.
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...
Paul Eric Leavin's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
Mark Plaine
Marriage and prenuptials lawyer
Michael Goldstein
Business lawyer
Gail Saul
Child custody lawyer
Barbara Schaffer
Marriage and prenuptials lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner, Paul Leavin, Esq.
1991 - 1996
Senior Trial Attorney, NYC Corporation Counsel , Tort Division
Associations
New York State Bar Association; New York County Lawyers Association; New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Education
1991
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
1968
Swarthmore College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English