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Lois Margaret Brenner
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About Lois

Highly skilled and pychologically-trained divorce attorney/mediator for over 35 years fighting for accountants to IT specialists to high net worth clients to celebrities and public figures. Offering discreet and convenient complimentary 1 hour consultations.

During this challenging time our FREE 1 HOUR CONSULTATIONS will be conducted virtually through telephone, or TeleDivorce by Skype or FaceTime to reduce risk and maintain safety for everyone!

Lois Brenner is a Divorce Attorney for over 35 years, an accredited mediator, and a licensed psychologically trained medical professional.

From Ms. Brenner's years as a corporate attorney with Sullivan and Cromwell she is experienced in discreetly handling the assets and business interests of high net worth divorce clients.

To add to her already impressive credentials, Lois Brenner is a licensed and registered Physician Assistant with psychological training.  This rare combination of legal and medical skills gives her the tools to guide couples towards the right divorce process.  Based on the psychological dynamics of their marriage Lois Brenner helps couples navigate whether Litigation, Mediation or Negotiation is right for them.

Lois Brenner is a Speaker, Expert Guest and Author of "Getting Your Share," a book on divorce published by Crown. (available on Amazon.com) She has written for and has been quoted by The New York Times and New York Magazine. 

Lois Brenner has been interviewed on national television programs such as Oprah, Good Morning America and CNN as a family law expert.  Ms Brenner is in private practice with offices in New York and Connecticut. 

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Practice areas

OtherUncontested divorceMediationFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 30%

    Helping people get through the divorce and separation process as smoothly as possible using skill, customized support, understanding and psychological insight from start to finish.

    40 years, 500 cases

  2. Family: 25%

    All types of family law matters – from separation and divorce to child custody and prenuptial agreements. Regardless of the unique legal challenges you face, these can be handled with a unique psychological understanding and compassionate support.

    40 years, 400 cases

  3. Mediation: 25%

    In a good mediation, a couple’s relationship and the way it affects their family can actually be improved. Many times, they are better equipped to go on with their lives and effectively co-parent their children after divorce. Mediation takes less time, less money, and a lot less stress.

    40 years, 300 cases

  4. Uncontested divorce: 10%

    In an uncontested divorce, both parties have, by themselves and without help from the court, worked out the important issues involved in their divorce. However, consulting an attorney is recommended, particularly because of the unique procedures that must take place for the final judgment of divorce to be approved by the court.

    40 years, 300 cases

  1. Estate planning: 10%

    In the eyes of the law, you are legally married until a judge signs your final divorce decree.It is therefore important that your estate ends up in the right hands and this can be achieved through estate planning and a well drafted separation agreement.

    40 years, 250 cases

Languages spoken

English, French

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Contact

Lois M. Brenner, Esq.

12 East 86th Street
Suite 1230
New York, NY, 10028-0515

Website
http://www.divorcelawyerny.com/ 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    NYCurrently registered 198105/25/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers43
    Legal guides3
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Best LawyerExpertise2020
    ListingMartindale-Hubbell2016
    Court Appointed Mediator in Complicated CasesNew York Supreme Court1994
    Mediation ExpertSaratoga1994
    Best Attorneys in NYSNew York State Bar Association1994
    WQXR Talent in Our SchoolsWQXR1981
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    OwnerLois M. Brenner, Esq.1994 - Present
    Physician AssistantMedical Practice2006 - 2015
    Court Appointed Mediator in Complicated CasesThe New York Supreme Court1994 - 2015
    Divorce Attorney - Head of Matrimonial Law Dept.Herzfeld & Rubin1986 - 1994
    Corporate AttorneySidamon-Eristoff, Morrison1983 - 1985
    AttorneySullivan & Cromwell1980 - 1982
    CEOPlink Plunk, Inc.1969 - 1976
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Family and Divorce Mediation CouncilAccredited Mediator2015 - Present
    New York State PA AssociationNYSSPA2007 - Present
    Association of Family Practice Physician AssistantsLicensed and Registered Physician Assistant2006 - Present
    New York State Bar AssociationMember1985 - Present
    Association of the Bar of New York CityMember1985 - Present
    New York Women's Bar AssociationMember Family Law Committee1985 - Present
    New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember1985 - Present
    American Bar AssociationMemberN/A
    Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMemberN/A
    New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee2010 - 2012
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Brides.comConsidering a Prenup? Here’s Everything You Need to Know2020
    BlogProtecting your Business in a Divorce2016
    BlogDivorce and Taxes - What You Need to Know2016
    BlogNavigating the Divorce Process - Divorce Options2016
    Divorce without LawyersDivorce without Lawyers2015
    Bride's MagazineMarriage1991
    PenguinGetting Your Share1991
    New WomenPrenuptial Agreements1990
    New York TimesComment on Matrimonial Litigation1989
    New WomanDivorce and Separation1989
    FortuneDivorce and Separation1988
    New York MagazineDivorce1986
    CrownAuthor of Getting Your Share: A Woman's Guide to Successful Divorce Strategies1984
    Pace Law ReviewAttorneys Fees1980
    ELLEDivorceN/A
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Hofstra UniversityPA Degree2006
    Pace University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1980
    New York University Stern Graduate School of BusinessN/A1980
    University of RochesterBA - Bachelor of Arts1964
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Alliance BernsteinPrenuptual Agreements and Psychologicaly Infused Divorce Mediation Methods2019
    92YWhat you need to know about property and support if you are getting a divorce2018
    Love, Marriage, Divorce: Navigating Together with Communication, Compromise, and Resilience for a Successful OutcomeMarriage & Divorce2017
    Postnuptial Agreement seminarPostnuptial Agreements2016
    Divorce CenterWhat you need to know about property and support if you are getting a divorce2016
    Divorce CenterMediation2016
    Divorce seminarHigh Net Worth Divorce2015
    Radio WORDivorce and Separation2004
    Your DivorcePsychology and Divorce2000
    Judith KurianskyPsychology of DIvorce1994
    RadioMoney and Divorce1989
    Oprah ShowDivorceN/A
    Ken Dolan RadioProperty SettlementsN/A
    Good Morning AmericaDivorceN/A
    CNNDivorceN/A
    Bernard MeltzerSpousal SupportN/A
    92nd YDivorce LitigationN/A
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    W v ASuccessful
    U v USuccessful
    G v GSuccessful
    S v SSuccessful
    Anonymous v AnonymousCustody for father
    P.v. Pall in favor of our client

    Reviews

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    Lois is the absolute best

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    Connecting with Lois was the best thing that could have happened during what has been very difficult and fraught divorce. Lois took on my case with knowledge, wisdom and care that have been above and beyond in every way. She recognized abusive and unstable behavior in my ex-husband, and offered both strong legal guidance, as well as personal encouragement and strength to stand up to him. Her support has been invaluable to me, and I am so deeply grateful for everything she has done in helping forge a better more stable future for me and for my son.
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    Compassionate and understanding. Settles issues with humanity and empathy combined with exceptional legal mind. Highly recommend
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    Wonderful Divorce Lawyer

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    My divorce was very stressful time. Since we were able to agree with my ex-husband on many important issues I originally thought that I will be able to fill in all the necessary documents by myself. It turned out that it is nearly impossible task. The amount of paperwork was overwhelming! I was not happy with some lawyers I've approached - too expensive, too impersonal, too aggressive. When I met Lois everything changed. For very reasonable price she was able to help us - talked to both of us, gave us great suggestions. Everything went extremely well. It was quick and painless. We could not thank her enough!
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    The "BEST" Attorneys!

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    Lois Brenner, her colleagues, team of experts and staff are phenominal. I hired them to help me to see my son who had been taken out of state by my wife during this insane pandemic. She decided to take him to stay with family but then she sideswiped me with a divorce. I was devastated. Lois Brenner and her litigation partner fought for me and made it possible for me to see my son. They are handling my divorce now and their strength and support is getting me through a really tough time. They are smart, tough and highly experienced.
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    Outstanding Attorney, Mediator, and Medical Professional

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    Lois Brenner has been a gift to my family. She encouraged us to try mediation even though we were very angry. She helped us save thousands of dollars in attorney fees and helped us arrive at a fair settlement. She was patient and helped us talk to each other about all the issues. Lois Brenner gave us creative solutions so we could keep our home. She even helped my husband with his depression by introducing him to a psychologist. I could go on and on... If you need a kind, strong, smart divorce attorney- hire her. It's the best thing we did! Thank you Lois
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    A skilled and caring Lawyer

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    I was dealing with an amicable relocating agreement, which turned sour. The father who allowed me at first to relocate abroad with our daughter decided at the end to make it difficult. Miss Brenner intervene to protect and defend my rights when it was needed. She understood my challenges and uplifted and guided me through the process of having this agreement signed without losing my sanity. She is fair. I am now able to travel with our daughter feeling protected with this document signed and I am able to start a better life where my family is. I would never thank her enough for guiding me through this dark tunnel I was in. I will never recommend her enough. She went beyond and called me to guide me on what the next steps could be, specific to my life situation, after she has helped me settle this agreement. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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    Best decision yet for mediation

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    Lois was the best choice to help us through my difficult situation. She helped guide me through mediation and helped avoid entering a divorce, which could have become costly and very ugly. She was kind, calm, compassionate, and most of all - neutral and unbiased towards either of us, even though she was chosen by my ex. Lois’ small team is wonderful and easy to work with, and very responsive. I’d highly recommend her for any couples considering mediation instead of divorce. It saved me a ton of money, trouble, and unnecessary suffering.
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    Can't wait to get married!

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    I met Lois Brenner a few months ago. I told her I was getting married and wanted to protect my assets and an inheritance I will receive from my parents in Brazil. She treated me like family, taking me under her wing, and guiding me on what to do. I was struggling with my heart and my mind. I was afraid my fiance would be angry about a prenuptial agreement and not want to marry me. Ms. Brenner advised me on how to approach him. It turned out he understood and still wanted to marry me. Ms. Brenner was really a comfort and developed a fair, responsible agreement which my fiance did sign. This was a very good experience for me. Thank you Ms. Brenner. I am so grateful.
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    Warrior for Men

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    When I first decided to hire a divorce attorney, I thought a male attorney would be best. Lois Brenner really surprised me. Although she has written a divorce book on women’s rights, she is totally an advocate for men as well. She really understood how much I loved my kids, and listened and understood all the horrible things my wife was doing to destroy their relationship with me. She didn’t miss a beat and really went to bat for me. She reached out to my wife’s attorney every time my wife made any attempt to disrupt my visiting our kids and always demanded the best results. She made herself available, even when she was on vacation! Lois has been there every step of the way in these difficult circumstances. I highly recommend her.
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    Happily Married!

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    Thanks to Lois Brenner our wedding went well because we had our prenuptial agreement in place. We literally had her draft our prenuptial agreement 2 weeks before our wedding. She was thorough, made suggestions to include things we hadn’t even thought of, and got it done really quickly. Thanks Lois :)
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    Richard Cutler, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 6, 2020
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Lois is caring, completely capable professional with a focus on reducing hostility and producing reasonable agreement.

    Appen Menon, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Donald Wolfson, Family Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Lois is a very talented and creative lawyer.

    Ruchi Thaker, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 24, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Lois has extensive experience in her field and knows what she's doing. Her clients have nothing but the nicest things to say about her! I would not hesitate referring a client to her.

    David Turchi, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 14, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I strongly endorse Ms. Brenner. She is an excellent advocate and counselor. She has tremendous experience in handling divorce matters and is able to address the most complex issues.

    Ira Stechel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 16, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Lois Brenner, with whom I have worked on numerous cases, gets excellent results because of her intelligence and experience. She is a great strategist and, through her medical training, brings psychological insight to her cases. Lois is unique among her peers.

    Olga Arandia, Family Attorney on Jul 31, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Lois is a qualified attorney who can get past the menutia and focus on the issues. In matrimonial cases this is not only welcomed but appreciated, The goal is not to drag your clients through unnesessary litigation and blow through whatever savings they have. Lois embraces this school of thought while at the same time being a formidable adversary. Lois is not game player and I not only appreciate that but welcome any future cases with her as my adversary.

    Phyllis Solomon, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 19, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, and knows how to resolve a case in a way that is best for all involved.

    Frasilie Stinvil, Family Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I have had the wonderful opportunity to work with Lois. She is very competent, professional, and she clearly cares about doing a good job for her clients, while saving them unnecessary litigation and unnecessary legal fees. She is a top notch attorney!

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