Deana Balahtsis

Deana is absolutely outstanding—sharp, strategic, and incredibly effective. She’s not only brilliant and well-prepared, but also exceptionally well-connected, which makes a real difference when navigating complex situations. What sets her apart is her toughness paired with deep insight—she sees peopl...e clearly and knows exactly how to handle them. Whether it’s in negotiations or in court, she’s always ten steps ahead. Her professionalism and commitment gave me total confidence throughout the process. I couldn’t have asked for better representation. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly exceptional advocate.

A week after hiring Deana, I was forced to flee my apartment in a panicked state after an ugly altercation with my ex, with a 5 month old baby at the height of Covid back in 2020. Deana was my first call and she walked me step by step to what I needed to do. With my family abroad, I was completely al...one in the city , a new mother and scared of what would happen. Deana’s emotional and legal support saved me from a very toxic and hostile situation. My ex was unreasonable every step of the way and his control and fear he had instilled in me for years was hard to shake off, and without Deana I likely would’ve gone back to him as I was so afraid. Thank GOD I didn’t because I could not be happier now and most importantly, I have a happy toddler who will not grow up in a toxic environment. She kept giving me hope of a better future and made me feel like it would all Be ok. And she was right. She gave me HOPE. She was the fighter I needed when I had nothing left in me to give. She handled my case with confidence and professionalism and she treated me like family. My case took much longer than anticipated or hoped mainly due to my ex’s unreasonable offers, but eventually we settled the case and I was very happy with the outcome. Deana’s (and Merilda’s) care and attention to my case did not go unnoticed and I’m forever grateful for hiring her. She is there whenever you have a question and she will Walk you through the options and give you her best legal advice but also listen to your thoughts. What’s best about Deana is that she is a straight shooter and she will tell You if what you are asking is unreasonable. She’ll put you in place when needed and will ease your mind when you’re feeling worried. If you need a soldier to fight on your behalf, Deana’s your best choice.

When things get tough Deana gets going! There are many reasons why I thank God every day for Deana taking over my case from another lawyer. I was left at a desperate and hopeless point by my previous lawyer who said: "there is nothing I can do". With no time to waste Deana acted fast, strategized to ...turn things around achieving getting me OUT of the deeply painful and traumatizing supervised visitation with my 5-year-old son that we were wrongfully undergoing, while further achieving for me to have increasingly more time with my son. To me Deana is a Fire Tiger, a Bull, a Mama Bear! Her integrity and professionalism are admirable and come through her every representation. When she writes to the judge in a motion she is honest and direct, does not let anything fall through the cracks, and is spot on. Smart, resourceful, knowledgeable and strong, Deana, is the lawyer who has made me feel 100 percent represented since day one. Communicating with Deana is so easy and clear - she gets it all immediately and is always on point. She communicates well with opposing counsel, handles everything, putting my mind at ease and finds ways for things when I think there are none. Deana is accessible, by my side every step of the way, guiding me well, and helping me in all aspects of the process of custody battle in the NY courts. Having Deana as my lawyer gives me hope every day, and I am so grateful to be finishing this case with her because she has treated me like family and is committed to reuniting my little boy with me - his mummy. That's all I pray for and I know God brought me to Deana for this. She is fantastic and they are a powerhouse with her amazing team. I cannot say enough - HIRE Deana Balahtsis for your divorce and custody battle. She doesn't stop! Deana works for you even when you don't know it!

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.