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Robert Michael Preston

2.7
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

630 Third Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY

About Robert

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Divorce and Separation 100%

All phases of matrimonial law including child custody; child support; complex equitable distribution matters. Extensive trial and appellate experience.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-500 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 35 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1990

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

Preston Stutman & Partners, P.C.

630 Third Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY, 10017

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Robert Michael Preston's Reviews

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2.7 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

If you want someone who is both competent and cares, hire Bobby

When I first needed to hire a family law lawyer, I interviewed several. Given what was at stake--my relationship with my kid, I fretted over making a poor choice since there was no more important decision that can impact my life for the next many years. After weighing all of the choices and selecti...ng Bobby, I cannot overstate how much Bobby is personally responsible for changing the next 20 years of my life and my kid's life. He did not rotely accept how all of the other lawyers proposed approaching the case (in hindsight, the other lawyers seemed to demonstrate a lazy acquiescence to what I "should expect" from the court system), yet he did not overpromise. Sure, he is smart, effective, and insightful about the law and the various issues in the case, but most importantly he "got it" and was impressively loyal and dedicated to working towards a resolution that was in the best interest of my kid and me. The process was not easy, but his work ethic and faith never wavered even when I felt like giving up. He had the integrity and caring to spend the time thinking about the case beyond what I expected. He applied his skills and judgment to help me win custody against all apparent odds (not, to be clear, against what the appropriate resolution should have been). On a very regular basis over the years after the trial ended until the present, I am actively grateful for the impact that Bobby has had on my life and the life of my kid. Bobby is personally responsible for the relationship I've had with my kid for the last many years. Obviously I do not know the circumstances of your case and no one can promise results, but I have never stopped being incredibly grateful having the good fortune of hiring Bobby Preston many years ago. After more than a decade of representing me, I could not be happier with my decision to hire Bobby.

Posted by Jennifer | May 17, 2010 | Child Custody

excellent attorney

I hired Robert Preston to help me on a custody case that was considered closed. He was extrememly warm, caring and responsive to all my needs. He also stated that my case was "not about the money" but to help a good mom get her kids back. He was and is an excellent attorney. His office staff is also ...extremely helpful and caring. Hats off to them. I am recommending him to my best friend.

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Anne McCarthy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

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Scott Lanin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Robert Preston to anyone who needs an excellent matrimonial and divorce attorney in NY or Long Island. He is an experienced attorney with integrity. He has a reputation for quality work and professionalism in an area of law that is often difficult and emotional. I have known him for many years. We shared an office together for a few years at 1065 Avenue of the Americas in midtown Manhattan. Clients can trust that they are in good hands with Bobby."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Associations

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

Education

1990

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

State University of New York, Binghamton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1983

Bronx High School of Science

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