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Brian D. Perskin developed one of the largest divorce and family law practices in the New York City area, Brian D. Perskin & Associates, P.C.

He represents individuals in complex family and matrimonial law cases and has written on topics including divorce strategy, fathers’ rights, custody rights of non-parents, pension fund assets and attorneys’ fees.

He earned a BA in economics from Brandeis University in 1987 and a JD from Washington College of Law in 1990.

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English, Spanish

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Brian D. Perskin & Associates P.C.

600 Third Avenue
2nd Floor
New York, NY, 10016

    Brian D. Perskin & Associates P.C.

    44 Court Street
    Suite 1210
    Brooklyn, NY, 11201

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    NYCurrently registered 199103/01/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers1315
    Legal guides14
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
    Client Champion AwardMartindale-Hubbell2018
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    Top contributorAvvo2013
    Family Law SectionBrooklyn Bar Association2012
    Top ContributorAvvo2012
    Volunteers LawyerNew York County Lawyers' Association2009
    Top 100 LawyersThe National AdvocatesN/A
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Managing PartnerBrian D. Perskin & Associates P.C.1993 - Present
    AttorneyLegal Aid Society Of New York1990 - 1993
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Brooklyn Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2005 - Present
    United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkMember2003 - Present
    United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAttorney Member2003 - Present
    Brooklyn Lawyers AssociationMember2003 - Present
    New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember2001 - Present
    United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted1995 - Present
    United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAdmitted1995 - Present
    Brandeis AssociationAlumni1987 - Present
    New York State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
    Brooklyn Bar Association, House CommitteeN/A
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    BookWinning Divorce Strategies2012
    BookNew York Divorce Strategy2012
    Divorce SourceShould You Let child Support Payments Affect Visitation2012
    Divorce SourceHow to Respond When Your Wfie Challenges Paternity2012
    Divorce SourceCommon Visitation Schedules2012
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    American University, Washington College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1990
    Brandeis UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1987
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Skadden Arps LLP Panel DiscussionYoung Lawyers seeking Employment2011
    Law DayLaw Day2011
    Law DayLaw Day2010
    ConferenceDivorce Strategy2010
    Brooklyn Bar AssociationLaw Day2010
    Law DayLaw Day2009
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    L.B v. M.B.M.B. was held in contempt and he was precluded from introducing any evidence of the value of his business
    Anonymous v. AnonymousWife recieved six months worth of support
    T.L v. D.LCase Pending

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    Attorney endorsements

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    Lawyer Wayne L Morrow

    Wayne Morrow, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 26, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Perskin has been recognized and distinguished as outstanding - both in national attorney evaluations and in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer as he has proven himself to be a relentless advocate who cares. WM

    Lawyer Leonard Roy Boyer

    Leonard Boyer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Perskin is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.

    Lawyer Wayne L Morrow

    Wayne Morrow, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 26, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Perskin has been recognized and distinguished as outstanding - both in national attorney evaluations and in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer as he has proven himself to be a relentless advocate who cares. WM

    Lawyer Leonard Roy Boyer

    Leonard Boyer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Perskin is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients.

    Lawyer Leif Hamman

    Leif Hamman, Family Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
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    Mr. Perskin has a great deal of knowledge, both of the law and of how best to proceed in his cases. And he has earned a great deal of respect among his fellow lawyers. I endorse this lawyer without reservation or hesitation..

    Lawyer Saul Bienenfeld

    Saul Bienenfeld, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 4, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Michael Alan Sheets

    Michael Sheets, Child custody Attorney on Jul 7, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Santo V. Artusa Jr.

    Santo Artusa, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 17, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a very well known attorney that fights for his clients.

    Lawyer Jaime Cage

    Jaime Cage, Unknown Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Scott Kosner

    Scott Kosner, Family Attorney on Apr 17, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Webb Millsaps

    Webb Millsaps, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 7, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Perskin consistently gives thoughtful and practical responses in this forum. His writing is cogent and his legal analysis demonstrates his considerable knowledge and skill. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Jill L Rogers

    Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    A very knowledge and competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Sean Cleary

    Sean Cleary, Child custody Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

    Lawyer Ingrid Gherman

    Ingrid Gherman, Family Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer. I have followed him in the family law community and am impressed by his knowledge and professionalism.

    Lawyer D. Morgan Burkett

    D. Burkett, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. He is a credit to the community.

    Lawyer John M O'Brien

    John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

    Lawyer Thomas K. Mallon

    Thomas Mallon, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

    Lawyer M. Todd Miller

    M. Miller, Child custody Attorney on Jan 21, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Laurie L Newmark

    Laurie Newmark, General practice Attorney on Oct 3, 2013
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Christopher Daniel Leroi

    Christopher Leroi, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Perskin continues to impress and provide excellent, well-reasoned, and common sense advice on Avvo. I learn from him every day and that is definitely saying something. I have been practicing for 24 years and have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney. I would recommend him to everyone and anyone.

    Lawyer Jayson Lutzky

    Jayson Lutzky, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 27, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Manuel Portela Jr.

    Manuel Portela, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

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