Deana Balahtsis

After interviewing what I thought were the best lawyers in NYC and felling as if they were all heartless bottom feeders, a friend made an introduction and we immediately met that very same day. I felt so comfortable while telling Deana my story, she was kind and understanding. I felt that no matter ...what the cost she was exactly the lawyer I looking for. As it turned out her fees were very competitive. I am almost at the end of my divorce and must say that to date we have been a great team and she is my tiger fearless and unstoppable when she advocating for me. This is the strength and power anyone filing for divorce wants behind them. She has not only has won all my very difficult battles but has picked me up and helped me be as strong as her. I hope when this is over she and I can become friends because I don’t know anyone as wonderful as Deana. If you are reading these reviews and looking for a lawyer call Deana and no matter what hire that woman she is a Monster!

Deana was recommended to me by a moms group - a group that I trust and respect. I called her, scheduled a consultation, and hired her on the spot - best decision. Getting a divorce is one of the hardest things I have ever done and she has been there to support me and direct me every step of the way. ... I’m right in the thick of it and will go to trial in January. I’m so grateful to have her. She’s a mom and she knows what she is doing. She really cares for her clients.

I was going through a very difficult divorce and was at my wits end. I've had several law firms represent me, including a high profile firm that even represented President Trump (regarding different matters), and, much to my surprise, all that came before Deana were not as worthy of my time and money.... I was introduced to Deana through a personal friend, and it changed my life. Before meeting Deana, it felt as though my divorce would never end. My rights as a father did not seem as important to anyone because I would have had to give up time with my little daughter who I love so dearly. This all changed after I hired Deana. I only wish I had met with Deana from the beginning. Deana quickly gained the respect of the Judge and was able to gain ground for me every single day. She is a fighter and does not give up. She understood my situation in detail and was very strategic on handling it through the remaining course of the divorce. I went full circle with other firms and can tell you, from my experience, that Deana gives the best value for time and money spent. She works extremely hard, makes herself available at all times, picks up the phone, and returns texts almost immediately, which is so important considering this was not always the case for me. It’s comforting knowing that I will always have Deana to represent me if ever I need it in the future.

Deana and team are amazing!! I don't even know where to begin. I was in a very intense custody case when I found Deana. She was truly an answer to my prayers. I felt backed up against the wall, scared, and didn't know what to do. Once Deana came on bored she immediately took action and took control ...of the case and started turning things around! After all the stress and worry I finally felt confident. She asked all the right questions, educated me on every detail of the law and my case. Every question or concern I had was answered promptly and she was very understanding & sympathetic to my concerns. Her knowledge and ability to predict the needs and actions of my case was tremendously helpful. Her and her team are truly amazing! When I went through my divorce several years after the custody case. She helped me gain, after getting full legal and physical custody of my child in my custody case, you best believe I went back to her. She handled it for me. She kept me positive and on track the whole time. Going through a divorce is one of the hardest things you can go through in life. I would not have wanted anyone else on my side except for Deana. She know's her stuff, the system, the courts, and everything that will affect your case. She will educate you and be by your side. I truly can't say enough good things about Deana and her team! Very professional! and I would highly recommend them!

... and that is Deana. Deana lead me through some of the most difficult decisions of my life, during the toughest period of my life, and put her years of experience and intimate knowledge of the divorce and family law process and players in Brooklyn to help my children and me. I was in a long...-term marriage with two young children when I was blindsided by a situation that eventually required me to seek custody of my children in order ensure their short- and long-term safety and wellbeing. Deana helped me through every stage of the bewildering and painful process, and as a parent of young children herself, was always understanding and supportive. Deana is honest and fair in her dealings and billing and reflected her understanding of how one's life gets turned upside down during divorce in how she worked with me. Although my situation was long and complex, Deana never fit the supposed stereotype of the divorce attorney who seeks to extend the battle to their own benefit but to the harm of everyone else. At every turn she looked for ways to de-escalate and end the battle, and to find the quickest and least expensive way forward with the best outcome for my children. In sum, I cannot recommend her highly enough.