Khari Peter Prescod

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Khari Peter Prescod

4.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Real Estate ... +3 more

10 East 39th Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY

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About Khari

Biography

Experienced New York Attorney and Advocate — Family Law, Criminal Defense, Business, Real Estate, and More. Call Today: 646-492-8736

New York Child Custody Attorney — Litigating and Negotiating Complex Custody and Parenting Cases. Call Today: 646-492-8736

Experienced New York Criminal Defense Attorney — Skilled Trial Lawyer and Negotiator Fighting Misdemeanor and Felony Charges. Call Now: 646-492-8736

New York Divorce Lawyer — Strong Litigation and Negotiation of Divorce, Custody, Prenups, and Parenting Plans. Call Now: 646-492-8736

New York Real Estate Attorney — Transactions, Lease Negotiations, Landlord-Tenant, and Litigation. Call Now: 646-492-8736

New York Business Lawyer — Drafting and Negotiating Contracts, Resolving Disputes, and Litigating Complex Business Matters. Call Today: 646-492-8736

New York Probate Lawyer —Litigating and Negotiating Complex Probate and Estate Cases. Call Today: 646-492-8736

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

Fighting for Parents’ Rights in Child Custody and Parenting Time Disputes — Skilled in Litigation and Negotiation. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

30%
Divorce and Separation 30%

New York Divorce Lawyer — Strong Litigation and Negotiation of Divorce, Custody, Prenups, and Parenting Plans. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

30%
Real Estate 25%

New York Real Estate Attorney — Transactions, Lease Negotiations, Landlord-Tenant, and Litigation. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

25%
Business 5%

Experienced New York Business Attorney — Handling Contract Negotiation, Business Formation, Demand Letters, and Commercial Litigation. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

5%
Criminal Defense 5%

New York Criminal Defense Lawyer — Trial-Tested and Skilled Negotiator. Felonies, Misdemeanors, Post-Conviction. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

5%
Probate 5%

Experienced New York Probate Attorney — Guiding Families Through Probate, Estate Administration, and Probate Litigation. Call Now: 646-492-8736

26 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for < 1 year

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2026

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 25 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Khari Peter Prescod, Esq., PLLC

10 East 39th Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY, 10016

prescodlaw.com

Online Presence

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Khari Peter Prescod's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Litigation

Posted by FELICIA | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Amazing lawyer

Wonderful Person to Work With As a woman going through a divorce, I was nervous about the entire process and didn’t know what to expect. From the very first meeting, Mr. Prescod put me at ease. He represented me in my divorce and negotiated a fair and reasonable maintenance agreement with my ex, and... I could not have asked for a better attorney. Throughout the case, Mr. Prescod was always professional, supportive — and I have to say — very funny, which helped so much during a very difficult time. What really impressed me was how well he prepared me for court. He explained exactly what was likely to happen and even told me what the judge would probably say. Sure enough, when we were in court, the judge said almost word-for-word what Mr. Prescod had predicted. Knowing that my attorney was that prepared and experienced gave me enormous peace of mind. Mr. Prescod has a great personality — warm, approachable, and easy to talk to — and I always felt like he truly cared about me and my case. To this day, I still reach out to him on holidays or just to say hello because that’s the kind of connection I felt working with him. If you’re looking for a divorce attorney who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely cares about his clients, I can’t recommend Mr. Prescod enough. Mr. Prescod really cares about all his clients. I can’t recommend him enough!! Thanks Felicia

Posted by Ferry | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Saved My Life — Brilliant Investigator and Trial Lawyer

I had never been in trouble with the law before in my life, and then out of nowhere, I was facing criminal charges because my ex-girlfriend falsely accused me of assault. She went to the hospital with a fractured leg and told everyone I caused it. The District Attorney wanted to give me a criminal re...cord — I was terrified and had no idea what to do. A friend of mine, who knew how to find a good lawyer, told me to call Mr. Prescod. It was the best decision I could have made. From the start, Mr. Prescod was calm, supportive, and very hands-on. He contacted me often to check in and explain every step. What really impressed me was how thoroughly he investigated my case. He went to the scene of the incident himself, took photos, and carefully analyzed every fact. Through his investigation, Mr. Prescod figured out that my ex-girlfriend had actually caused her own injury and was trying to blame it on me. Mr. Prescod’s trial strategy was brilliant. He made a deliberate decision not to be confrontational with my ex-girlfriend when she testified. The DA thought they were winning and misread Mr. Prescod’s approach as a weakness. In reality, Mr. Prescod was setting the stage the entire time. He waited until after she had testified, and then in his summation, calmly and clearly revealed the full truth — completely dismantling her story in front of the court. Because of Mr. Prescod’s preparation, strategic thinking, and courtroom skill, we won the case. I walked out of that courtroom with my name cleared — no record, no conviction. I truly believe Mr. Prescod saved my life. Beyond his skills as a lawyer, he was easy to talk to, supportive, relatable and engaging when I was scared, and always made me feel like I had someone fighting for me. If you’re facing criminal charges, don’t think twice — hire Mr. Prescod. I will always be grateful. Thanks Prescod

Posted by Hector A. | May 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Very satisfied with the overall experience, would definately recommend and use again if necessary.

I was in need for a lawyer that specializes in landlord and tenant cases, Khari Peter Prescod got straight to the point and started the eviction process right away, Mr. Prescod explained everything throughly and was very clear as to what would happen and what I should expect in the near future. He...'s very punctual, professional, and always made sure to represent me in the best possible way in court. It's horrible when you end up with a bad tennant, but it's so satisfying when you hire an excellent lawyer to work the case, all in all I'm glad I went with khari Peter Prescod and hopefully I don't have to deal with bad tenants in the future but if I do I know exactly who to call. Thank you Mr. Prescod

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Khari Peter Prescod's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Gross

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Khari and I have worked on a number of prenups together. As opposing counsel, I'm always glad when someone who knows what they're doing and is attentive to the issues is on the other side. It helps bring about a fair, appropriate conclusion, with expedience. I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Bryan

Child custody lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an intelligent and effective legal advocate."

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Jordi Fernandez

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Khari is a very knowledgeable attorney. He is hard working, patient and a pleasure to work with."

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Syntyche Stephenson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable, professional, honest, reliable & compassionate."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Prescod is an extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Tamara Jordan

General practice lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Prescod is a hardworking, committed, and respected attorney in the legal community. Mr. Prescod will fight for your legal needs."

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Laticia Spears

Consumer protection lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Prescod is a candid professional that is dedicated to his clients and is a pillar of excellence in the legal community. He is highly skilled and effective in the courtroom as a litigator and transparent with the courts and opposing counsel."

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Kyce Siddiqi

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Prescod is an experienced lawyer who goes the extra mile. He is an accomplished attorney and an excellent asset to the profession and legal community."

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David Gross

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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Richard Bryan

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Jordi Fernandez

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Tamara Jordan

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Kyce Siddiqi

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Top Contributor, Avvo

2016

Top Contributor, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Khari Peter Prescod, Esq., PLLC

1999 - 2003

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Queens County Bar Assocation

Member

2012 - Present

Queens County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Brooklyn Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Velez v. Chandiramani

upheld by Appellate Division, Second Department

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Education

1999

University of New Hampshire School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

State University of New York, Albany

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Queens County Bar Association

Mentoring Attorneys on How To Start Their Own Law Firm

Languages

English

Activity

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