Helen Michele Dukhan

Helen Michele Dukhan

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials, Adoption

535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY

About Helen

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Contested and Uncontested Divorce, Litigation, Alimony/Maintenance, Property Distribution, Negotiation, Child Custody and Child Support, Seperation and Settlement Agreements, Mediation

22 years

40%
Family 30%

Child Support, Child Custody and Visitation, Orders of Protection, Domestic Violance, Abuse and Neglect of Children, Juvenile Delinquency, Grand Parent Visitation, Child Abduction, and any other cases in Family Court or Federal Court involving children, parents, grandparents or any family members.

22 years

30%
Marriage and Prenuptials 25%

Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements and general advice prior to marriage on how to shield one's property, business and any assets from divorce. I also, review business/partnership agreements to make them divorce proof.

22 years

25%
Adoption 5%

Private Adoptions, Family Adoptions, Help Organize and/or review and/or complete adoption paper work.

22 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 10 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

HD Family Law - Law Offices of Helen M. Dukhan, Esq., LL.M., LLC

535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10017

HD Family Law - Law Offices of Helen M. Dukhan, Esq., LL.M., LLC

15 Warren Street, Suite 36, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

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Helen Michele Dukhan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Zabrina | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Efficient and knowledgeable

We needed a post nuptial agreement before we were able to refi and Helen took the time to explain to me exactly what it entails and the steps her firm would take to complete the document. She was always an email away and was extremely helpful even when the refi team was having trouble knowing what le...gal terms they needed included. Efficient and knowledgeable. She even followed up a few weeks later to be sure everything worked out for us.

Posted by Susan | May 06, 2012 | Family

Excellent and knowlegable Attorney

I have known Ms. Dukhan for more than 5 years, she is an excellent Attorney. If you should ever need an attorney to handle your divorce or family law matters do not hesitate to call her. She is very professional, honest, confident, knowledgeable and trustworthy. She is very approachable and easy to ...communicate with. Ms. Dukhan handled a family law matter for a member of my family and it turned out great!! There were days when we couldn't help but worry, but Ms. Dukhan is always there reassuring us that things would turn out fine. If there was something to worry about she would let you know as well. Yes, I have recommended her to many of my friends and I will continue to do so for as long as I am able. Keep up the good work!!

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Helen Michele Dukhan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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David Zaslavsky

Family lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked opposite Ms. Dukhan and I can vouch for her knowledge and professionalism."

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Yana Feldman

Unknown lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is a skilled and dedicated lawyer who fights hard to get her clients the best results. She is an asset to the profession. I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Farrell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Helen Michele Dukhan provides a valuable service on Avvo. She provides excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse her."

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Epimenio Lopez

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Noah Peterson

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Dukhan's contributions to the online avvo community display sound legal analysis. I would not hesitate to contact Ms. Dukhan for assistance in a family law matter. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Lenza

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney serves as a fine advocate for all clients and is easily endorsed."

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H. Aalsberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply said Helen Dukhan is a great NY Divorce and Family Law Lawyer. I endorse her 100%."

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Leonard Boyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dukan is a knowledgeable attorney who is a passionate and freely share her knowledge to educate the general public."

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Despina Hartofilis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is an exceptional attorney with excellent court skills and wonderful interpersonal skills. She treats each client with compassion and respect while zealously advocating in the court room."

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Kyle Sosebee

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is an exceptional attorney and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking quality legal advice and zealous representation."

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Samuel Drukman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"She is one of the best! A tenacious advocate and a real hard worker for her clients. Having known Helen for a few years, and having seen her work (and work ethic) with my own eyes, I can wholeheartedly recommend Helen to any prospective client."

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Eric Pitter

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Pakett

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen is a tremendous attorney. Trustworthy, knowledgeable and diligent, whenever my clients need a family attorney for any issue in family court, including divorces, separation, custody issues, etc, Helen is the first person I call. As a criminal defense lawyer, my clients often have companion and related family court matters and I am happy to endorse Helen as someone I trust referring my clients to."

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Linda Lawrence

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her answers to questions are clear and accurate."

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Alena Shautsova

Adoption lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

10 Best Female Attorney - New Jersey, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top Attorney, Who's Who Directories

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in New York, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2009

Certificate of Recognition, Brooklyn Bar Association - Volunteer Lawyer's Project

2009

Empire State Counsel Honoree, New York State Bar Association

2008

Gold Certificate - Exceptional Commitment to Pro Bono Services, Brooklyn Bar Association - Volunteer Lawyers Project

Work Experience

2015 - Present

CO-FOUNDER, HD FAMILY LAW GROUP PLLC

2015 - Present

DIVORCE CONSULTANT, HD CONSULTING

2014 - Present

Faculty lecturer/Instructer, Mediation Acadamy

2011 - Present

Attorney for Child, Kings County 18b Panel

2009 - Present

Founder and Owner of Law Firm, Law Offices of Helen M. Dukhan, Esq., LL.M.

2008 - 2015

VISITING PROFESSOR, HOFSTRA SCHOOL OF LAW

2007 - 2009

Senior Associate and HR Manager of Matrimonial/Family Law Group, Santoriella, Ditomaso, P.C.

2006 - 2007

Extern, Legal Aid Society of New York

2004 - 2006

Assistant, Law Offices of Deana Balahtsis, Esq.

Associations

2016 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2016 - Present

BNI

Family Law Attorney

2007 - Present

Brooklyn Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

New York County Lawyer's Association, Matrimonial Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DeadBeat Dad

We obtained $4,000 per month in support for our client, we ensured that the father would be paying 100% for insurance, medical expenses, private school tuition and her legal expenses

Defeats Domestic Violance

My client was awarded custody of the children. The mother has an order of protection against the father. The father was ordered to complete services he never completed. He has supervised visitation with 4 out of six children.

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Education

2007

Hofstra University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2006

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Modern Divorce Advocacy

Matrimonial Seminar - Lecturer

2016

Modern Divorce Advocacy

Matrimonial Skills

2016

Business Networking Event

Options When Demanding Custody

2015

Family Law With Skills

Family Law in New York

2015

Family Law With Skills

Matrimonial Seminar- Lecturer

2011

Lecture

How To Protect Your Business In Case of Divorce

Publications

2008

Writers News Weekly I'm Gonna Sue You For That!

2005

N.Y. Real Property Law Journal Military Law In New York Landlord Tenant Actions and Proceedings

Languages

Russian

Activity

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