Kara Marie Bellew

My brother and I had to navigate an extremely challenging divorce and child custody battle. We knew it was going to be a long, hard, and expensive journey because we had tried a collaborative divorce process that failed. Communications between the parties had completely broken down. It was an emotion...ally-charged situation where the mother was withholding the child. We were at our wits end and had no choice but to pursue litigation that took 2.5 years. We had the privilege of working with Kara Bellew and Karina Van Houten at Rower. There are no words to adequately express their exemplary services and how much they did for us. My brother, and our family, cannot recommend Kara and Karina highly enough. He could have lost his 7-year-old daughter, and we could have lost our niece. Kara demonstrates the utmost professionalism and integrity. My brother was struggling financially, and she helped guide us in the most efficient and cost-effective strategies possible under the circumstances. Her honesty and ethical standards are beyond reproach, and we echo the glowing sentiments of all her clients. Kara’s expertise and extensive experience in divorce law are unparalleled. She skillfully navigated the complexities of our case, the law, and the courts, always keeping our best interests—and the child’s best interests—at heart. Her deep knowledge and strategic thinking were instrumental in achieving a favorable outcome for us. What truly sets Kara apart is her client-centered, results-oriented approach. She provided personalized attention, always making herself available to answer questions and address time-sensitive concerns (even after hours and weekends when needed). Her dedication and compassion were evident throughout the entire process, ensuring that we felt supported every step of the way. Communication with Kara was always clear, consistent, and timely. She kept us informed about every detail and development in the case, explaining legal terms and our options, including the risks and ramifications, in a way that was easy to understand. This transparency was incredibly reassuring and helped us feel in control during a very difficult time. We are extremely grateful for Kara’s efficiency and fair billing practices. She was always transparent about billing, never overcharged, or misled us. There were times we noticed that she didn’t bill us for quick questions or if she felt things took unnecessarily long. She handled our case with remarkable efficiency, ensuring that every step was handled promptly and effectively. Her rates are fair and inline for New York City. Kara Bellew is a highly dedicated and skilled attorney who genuinely cares about her clients. She is a true advocate for those she represents, and her track record of successful outcomes speaks volumes about her capabilities. We wholeheartedly recommend Kara to anyone in need of a top-notch divorce attorney. And we can’t say enough about Karina Van Houten. Thank you, Kara and Karina, for your unwavering support and exceptional service. To this day, we still lean on Kara for advice when things come up. You have made a significant positive impact on our lives. My brother, my niece, and I cannot thank you enough. We are forever grateful.

For those seeking assistance in Family Law matters, I urge you to seek the expertise of Kara Bellew. Throughout my case, Kara never wavered in her assessment that I was on the right side of the law and would prevail. And I did. To be clear, Kara did not just tell me what I wanted to hear. She ...helped me understand how the circumstances of my case, combined with the case law, were heavily in my favor. Kara’s command of the law, strategic thinking, client advocacy, compassion, and honesty are but a few of the reasons that she distinguishes herself. Whether it is on a Saturday morning, as when Kara and I spoke for the first time to accommodate my busy schedule, or late in the evening, Kara is 100% available to her client. Above all else, Kara imparts tremendous respect to you, her client. She values your input and actively seeks it out in framing the strategy for your case. She embraces you as a team-member, not a bystander. When you hire Kara, she represents you to the fullest and deeply appreciates that your life and the lives of your children are in her hands.

Kara Bellew represented me in a relocation case and I can't say enough great things about her. From the first time she and I spoke, which was during our phone consultation, she struck me as someone who was extremely SHARP and CONFIDENT. She knew exactly how to preceed with my case almost instantly.... Mrs. Bellew always kept me updated on my case, she was/is extremely detailed and thorough, with everything she does. Mrs. Bellew is smart, strategic and always planned ahead. There was never a time, where I felt like I didn't know what was going on with my case. From my experience, she went above and beyond and fought my case with all she had. Going through this process was very challenging for myself, but Mrs. Bellew always seemed to empathize and was never judgemental. She treats you as a human being first, then a client. In my particular case, this made all the difference in the world. Mrs. Bellew always responded to calls or emails in a very timely manner. She literally worked around the clock on my case. Mrs. Bellew came highly recomended and I absolutely see why. She is truly a great attorney, who I had the pleasure of representing me. I would recommend Kara Bellew to anyone needing representation in Family Law matters, she will fight for you and your family.

I had the pleasure of working with Kara who assisted me through a very difficult process. Under the best of circumstances, a divorce is not easy. It requires a clear understanding of all the legal components at a time when one has to deal with many emotional issues. Kara offered me the perfect com...bination of competence and compassion. She was extremely professional in all aspects of the process, offering me the information I needed to help guide me through the process, enabling me to prepare for all the various components I had to deal with. She was attentive to my calls, answered all of my questions, helped me anticipate and prepare as I moved through the divorce. She was a strong advocate for my needs and rights as well as those of my children. In addition to her thorough and knowledgeable handling of all the aspects of the process, she was extremely sensitive to the emotional factors associated with this difficult and trying time in my life. She was very centering and genuine in her concern and support. I strongly recommend her as an attorney and am very grateful to her and her service to me.