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Sherri Fae Donovan
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The ever changing family in the twenty-first century requires professionals to practice with both humanity and skill. Sherri Donovan is the owner of her own law firm since 1988, providing representation in a professional, caring, and assertive manner. Sherri is a legal medicine woman using the best methods to fit your specific situation. She is skilled at mediation, collaborative law, parent coordination, negotiation and litigation. Ms. Donovan also acts as a consultant to assist other attorneys.
Sherri Donovan & Associates, P.C. is a law firm which focuses in all areas of matrimonial and family law. We handle matters related to divorce, separation, annulment, marriage, domestic partnerships, child custody and parental access (visitation), child support, maintenance (alimony/spousal support), property distribution, same sex relationships, assisted reproductive technologies, children’s issues including special needs, pre-nuptial agreements, post-marriage agreements, post-divorce proceedings, neglect/abuse proceedings, domestic violence, international family issues, and appeals. We are most familiar with the courts in New York City.
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Licensed in New York for 39 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1986
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Sherri Donovan & Associates, P.C. & The Family Center
305 Broadway, Suite 555, New York, NY, 10007
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Posted by Taya | June 06, 2014 | Family
Like a Mama to me - my guardian angel
I was so confused and overwhelmed. Sherri Donovan put my whole family situation in order. She also calmed me down and was truly caring towards me and my daughter.
Posted by Trisha | December 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Caring and Loyal
I came to Sherri Donovan with a unique divorce case. Sherri and her associate attorney, Meredith Singer, did everything in their power to make me feel at ease and we won the case. As most cases, it is full of legal documents and the process can feel incredibly informal and cold. At Sherri Donovan and...
Posted by Katherine | November 13, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Accomplished what others couldn't
I asked Sherri Donovan to step in after having completed divorce procedings and to assist with a modification that my Ex was balking at. After needing 5 years to settle originally, i was shocked to see how quickly Sherri was able to focus both parties on only the relevant issues, separating us physi...
Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2013 | Domestic Violence
No better lawyer
I was in an abusive marriage and had one daughter from that marriage. What made my case so difficult was that I was from another state and wanted to relocate back to that state with my daughter. I thought it would be impossible to leave NY with my daughter until I meant Sherri. She got me right on tr...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2012 | Family
Sherri Donovan
Ms. Sherri Donovan has over 25 years of experience in the matrimonial field and is very knowledgeable of how the court system works in the Metropolitan area. She will do anything necessary for her client to provide the best representation possible.
Sherri Fae Donovan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sherri Donovan is a tenacious and a highly regarded Family Law attorney with many years of experience in New York. I first met Sherri Donovan after attending one of her continuing legal education seminars she conducts regularly for the New York City Bar for New York licensed attorneys. Sherri is a fierce advocate for her family law clients and is very mindful of the impact family litigation has on the family and children. When representing clients, Sherri uses her extensive family law experience and develops holistic legal solution for her clients. I highly recommend Sherri to clients who need a Family law attorney in New York."
"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to her clients' success."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent litigator and cares deeply about her clients."
"Sherri is a caring, knowledgeable and formidable adversary. While she has her client's best interests as her first priority, she is trustworthy and does her best to conclude a case in a reasonable manner with opposing counsel if feasible."
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"Sherri is a compassionate woman who genuinely cares about her clients. She has a modern take on life. Smart and a pleasure to work with."
"I am very pleased to endorse Sherri Donovan. We have worked together on a complex matter. I have recommended her and the client was most pleased with her attention and results."
"Sherri was my adversary in a bitterly contested case and worked effectively with me to find a way to amicably resolve the matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sherri and I were involved in a hotly contested, emotionally charged, high net worth matter that never would have been resolved without her knowledge and expertise. Thanks Sherri!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2012
Sylvia B. Garland Award, New York City Bar Association
2012
Certified Mediator, New York State Bar Association
2012
Parent Coordinator, New York State Bar Association
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Reginald Heber Smith Fellowship,
Work Experience
1988 - Present
President, Sherri Donovan & Associates PC
2011 - 2018
Professor of Family Law, Adelphi University
2010 - 2018
Neutral Evaluator, State Bar of New York
Associations
2009 - Present
Art Helping LifePresident
1995 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1987 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1987 - Present
New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember
1987 - Present
New York County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1985
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
London School of Economics and Political Science
1978
Bennington College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
LawLine CLE Course
The History of Federal and State Laws Affecting Same-Sex Couples
2012
LawLine CLE Course
Thorny Issues in International Divorce
2012
LawLine CLE Course
Special Needs Children and Divorce
2012
Law Review CLE
Intro to Divorce Law
2012
Bridge the Gap CLE
Matrimonial Trial Preparation and Strategy
Publications
2001
Hit Him Where it Hurts--the take-no-prisoners guide to divorce
Hit Him Where it Hurts--the take-no-prisoners guide to divorce
Languages
English
Activity
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