Lisa Ellen Zeiderman

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman

4.7
62 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

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

150 East 52nd, Suite 1002, New York, NY

About Lisa

Biography

I focus my practice in family and matrimonial law in Manhattan, Westchester and surrounding areas.

Contested divorce, including asset division, custody, child support, visitation.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

I handle complex matrimonial and family law matters involving contested and uncontested divorce, equitable distribution of assets, custody, visitation/access, child support, alimony/maintenance, relocation, modification of support, grandparent visitation and orders of protection.

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Child Custody 25%

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Marriage and Prenuptials 25%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2017 2016
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Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 21 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Miller Zeiderman LLP

150 East 52nd, Suite 1002, New York, NY, 10022

mzwnylaw.com

Miller Zeiderman LLP

140 Grand Street., 5th floor, White Plains, NY, 10601

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Strong, smart and tough!

Divorce is a super challenging experience and I went through a nasty battle while working and dealing with cancer. Lisa was the best friend I needed in my corner. She and her Associate, Matthew Marcus fought tirelessly for me and my daughters. Lisa wasn’t afraid to be frank and honest with me. She pu...shed me to stand up. Thanks to Lisa and Matt, I was granted full custody of my daughters and more than I would have expected from my settlement. I could not recommend any attorney more highly. Lisa is honest, ethical and hard working. Her team has a level of professionalism rarely seen and they maintain this standard no matter the fight they face. Thanks Lisa and Matt!

Posted by Karen | June 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hidden assets

If you're thinking about divorce, RUN don't walk to Lisa's office! She and her team (shout out to Matthew and Ashley) are superb. I had a very complicated divorce with assets hidden in every unimaginable place possible including offshore accounts. Lisa with her phenomenal intellect and keen instinct ...was able to search and discover millions of dollars that was missing from the marital estate. My ex-husband was uncooperative and refused to disclose anything. It was truly astonishing how thorough and methodical the process was as she guided me through it. I've never witnessed that much attention to detail. Nothing was left uncovered, every lead was followed and nothing was left up to chance. Lisa is a legal powerhouse in every way you can imagine. There was never a moment of doubt from the first consultation, through discovery, and ultimately to court that I didn't whole-hardheartedly believe in her ability to get the job done. There is nothing that can compare to her tenacity, determination and negotiating skills which are par excellence. Even after the case was settled in my favor, Lisa continues to help me with the dissolution of the estate to insure I get my rightful share of the assets. Once the case is hers, you can rest assured that you've hired the very best attorney who will deliver the best results possible. She'll take the ball and run with it to the finish line. The opposition won't know what hit them. There is simply no better attorney than Lisa when it comes to divorce. Believe me, you won't be disappointed. I certainly wasn't and couldn't be happier. Divorce is hard but winning makes it easier. Just make sure you have Lisa on your team.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Lawyer!

When I started my divorce, I didn't know what to expect. What I quickly learned was that the lawyer I hired always seemed too busy for me. She was challenging to reach, often with a week or 2 passing before getting back to me and seemed too passive for my needs. I also was stunned more than once wh...en she seemed to be confusing me with someone else. After a year of my making allowances, I finally cut the ties and that is when I found Lisa Zeiderman. She was just what I needed! She is smart, attentive and thorough. Beyond that, she was the aggressive counterpart I was seeking and made sure she always had my back. Her associate, her paralegals and the office staff were always very responsive-- getting back to me the same day I called, without exception. The entire legal team was on top of my case, each one very organized and attentive. Just exceptional service-- kind, honest, respectful and most important, excellent legal representation. I am very happy with the settlement that she was able to secure for me. I would definitely recommend Lisa Zeiderman and her firm without hesitation.

Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best decision I ever made!

Looking for a competent attorney to represent you while going through a divorce and custody matter is difficult but finding one you are able to build a relationship of trust with is a rare find. Lisa has been a God send to me and if their is any attorney that I would trust with any major decision..., especially concerning my child.........it is Lisa. Since day one when I spoke with Lisa, I indicated to her that my #1 and only priority was the safety and welfare of my child....she was able to lay down the framework of how my case would proceed. She is a disciplined attorney that took charge from my initial consultation right up to the culmination of my extremely complex divorce and custody issue. She is brilliant and when Lisa advises you to take a certain action, you do it without question or hesitation. Nothing could ever prepare a person for the emotional roller coaster of going through a complex child custody matter and divorce, but Lisa ALWAYS made herself available to me at any time of the day or night to help talk me through and set the expectations in all facets of my case. I always felt at ease knowing Lisa was there for me when I needed her. She is calm and likable to the judge........ in court she is tenacious and fiery.....and when she speaks she is poised, passionate and only presents facts. She does not grandstand. When she speaks in court, everyone...even the opposing counsel listens. Her team is second to none. Emily, her associate, was excellent and guided me through many of the obstacles encountered as well. Thank you, Emily, so much for being there with Lisa. You were a great team! My case was extremely complex and and Lisa was on top of everything for over 2 years striving to get it resolved with my child's welfare always being most important to her. Lisa left no stone unturned in her investigation and quest to make certain that my child was always the main concern. For me, the end result was having received full custody of my child. If you're looking for a divorce attorney, just look online and you will find one. If you need to win your case and are willing work with a compassionate attorney with the non-stop perseverance and a winning team then you found the best with Lisa Zeiderman. Thank you, Lisa, from the bottom of my heart for keeping me strong and positive throughout this ordeal. I will never forget you!

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

4am

It was 4am and I was on Avvo looking for an attorney when I came across Lisa Zeiderman's reviews.......I felt an immediate connection with the people she had helped previously. Divorce can be one of the toughest experiences someone can go through. After trying hard for a long time to keep my marria...ge together for my kids and the sake of the relationship my spouse and I once had, my wife filed for divorce with the objective of setting herself up as if it was a career move. I guess it kind of took me by surprise but the person I trusted and loved was out to drown me.......Lisa Zeiderman was my life raft! At first I chose a competent attorney with a low retainer, thinking we could settle out and move on......but then I found out that my wife's attorney was part of a group of attorneys trained long ago to make false, sweeping accusations and distort the truth in an effort to back their opponents into a corner and scare them into making hasty, short sighted settlements favoring their clients. I knew I needed help and someone that would not only act as an advocate for me but guide me through a process that often does not make sense. There is no doubt that the best decision I ever made was having Lisa Zeiderman represent me. My wife quickly positioned to take all the money and the kids, and was looking to set herself up for years to come by tossing me aside & sacrificing me for her own financial benefit. Lisa is extremely good at reading the situation and adjusting as you go through the process to whatever is transpiring. She is very smart and never ever gives up. She is kind, fair, firm, understanding and I always felt protected......even when it seemed like the walls were closing in. Lisa's teammates were fantastic as well; her whole office and her partners were always there to help me. In the end I got the custody deal I wanted; which was the most important part to me. I also was able to get to a financial settlement that allowed me to get on with my life and retain just about all that was rightfully mine. There is a reason Lisa is rated so highly; its because she is consistently good at what she does. While there is no magic wand and every case is different, I wouldn't have made it through this very stressful time without Lisa.......I am forever grateful to Lisa for my sake and my kids! THANK YOU LISA! Do not hesitate any further; it's all true, Lisa is the best attorney you can retain and you want her on your side not sitting across from you on the other side!

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Lisa Ellen Zeiderman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Glatz

Unknown lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Nataliya Gavlin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."

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Laurence Schwartz

Child custody lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Lisa Zeiderman immediately conveys a strong presence as an attorney of high acumen, knowledge and ability. Having conferred with her on a family law matter involving parties living apart in Florida and New York, I was very impressed by her and I look forward to working with her in the future."

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Yvette Fallon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Corrigan

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I just pray that if my wife ever wants to divorce me she does not go to Lisa. Thank God she has a conflict! Bright, articulate and exactly what you need if you are afraid of the divorce process and want a tenacious advocate to hold your hand and stand as your shield while plodding through an ugly and emotional proceeding. I have witnessed her in action....simply the best!"

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James Sexton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lisa is a tenacious advocate for her clients and an excellent attorney. She demonstrates a high level of skill both in the Courtroom and at the negotiating table. Her abilities and integrity place her among the best matrimonial attorneys practicing in Rockland and Westchester today."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Certified Financial Litigator, Founding Member, American Academy of Financial Litigators

2016

Certified Financial Divorce Analyst, Institute for Divorce Financial Alalysts

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

A Managing Partner, Miller Zeiderman Wiederkehr & Schwarz LLP

2006 - 2013

Attorney, Johnson & Cohen LLP

2004 - 2006

Attorney, Amy L. Reiss

Associations

2017 - Present

American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators

Certified Financial Litigator, Founding Member

2016 - Present

Justice Brandeis Law Society, Executive Board

Member

2016 - Present

Association is Divorce Financial Plannets

Member

2012 - Present

Westchester Women's Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member of Legislation Committee of Family Law Section

New York State Bar Association

Member

Women's Bar Association of the State of New York

Member

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lecaros v. Lecaros

Relocation granted

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Education

2004

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Dress For Success

Financial Empowerment

2013

Basic Matrimonial Practice Program

Discovery

2012

New York State Bar CLE Family Law Section

Establishing Value--Liquid Assets and Investments

2012

Judge for Moot Court Competition at Yale

Moot Court

2011

New York State Bar Association CLE

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2011

CLE Lecture

Custody Part II

2010

New York Women's Bar Association

The Boundaries of Electronic Snooping in Divorce

2010

New York State Bar Association

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2010

JCC in New York City

Divorce in Challenging Times: Legal and Economic Considerations

2009

New York State Bar Association

Equitable Distribution and Maintenance

2008

New York State Bar Association

Maintenance and Equitable Distribution

Publications

2018

Financially Ever After with Stacy Francis Journeying from a Personal Divorce to a Profession in Divorce

2018

Westchester County Business Journal Davidson honored by law society

2012

2011

NYSBA Family Law Review/co-author with Amy L. Reiss and Danielle Jacobs Divorces, Cyberspace and Discovery; Writing On A Wall May Not Be Private After All

2009

Family Law Review Snooping: What's Legal, What's Illegal

2007

New York Law Journal Utilizing the Lis Pendens in Matrimonial Actions

2005

New York Law Journal Clean Up the Prenup

Languages

English

Activity

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