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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 ) 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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35 years' experience/ psychologically-trained divorce attorney/creator of legal/psychological divorce system that saves time and money. Free 1 hour consultation
35 years' experience/ psychologically-trained divorce attorney/creator of legal/psychological divorce system that saves time and money. Free 1 hour consultation
35 years' experience/ psychologically-trained divorce attorney/creator of legal/psychological divorce system that saves time and money. Free 1 hour consultation
35 years' experience/ psychologically-trained divorce attorney/creator of legal/psychological divorce system that saves time and money. Free 1 hour consultation
35 years' experience/ psychologically-trained divorce attorney/creator of legal/psychological divorce system that saves time and money. Free 1 hour consultation
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
45 years | 500 cases
Family
20%
45 years | 400 cases
Marriage and Prenuptials
20%
45 years | 300 cases
Mediation
20%
45 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 44 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Lois M. Brenner, Esq.
12 East 86th Street, Suite 1230, New York, NY, 10028-0515
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Posted by Michael J | January 28, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
JOB WELL DONE!
Lois Brenner is a very skilled attorney and even better negotiator. I had consulted with a few attorneys before I found her on Google. She was not like all the others. She showed me options and gave me choices. None of the other attorneys pointed out alternatives. How well your divorce goes real...
Posted by James | January 06, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Great Workmanship
Ms. Brenner really made a difference when it came to choosing a divorce attorney. She didn’t push me into anything. She is a really good listener. She tried to get to know me and my situation before she made suggestions on the best way to handle my divorce. Since I have two handicapped children an...
Posted by Ida | December 09, 2010 | Divorce & Separation
EXCELLENT ADVICE
Lois Brenner was recommended to us by our son’s teacher who had just gone through a pretty painless divorce. When I met with Lois and explained I wanted a civil divorce she agreed that in my case it would be best and didn’t push me towards court as three other attorneys had done previously. She wo...
Lois Margaret Brenner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lois is caring, completely capable professional with a focus on reducing hostility and producing reasonable agreement."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, and knows how to resolve a case in a way that is best for all involved."
"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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Experience
Honors
2020
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2016
Listing, Martindale-Hubbell
1994
Court Appointed Mediator in Complicated Cases, New York Supreme Court
1994
Mediation Expert, Saratoga
1994
Best Attorneys in NYS, New York State Bar Association
1981
WQXR Talent in Our Schools, WQXR
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Owner, Lois M. Brenner, Esq.
2006 - 2015
Physician Assistant, Medical Practice
1994 - 2015
Court Appointed Mediator in Complicated Cases, The New York Supreme Court
1986 - 1994
Divorce Attorney - Head of Matrimonial Law Dept., Herzfeld & Rubin
1983 - 1985
Corporate Attorney, Sidamon-Eristoff, Morrison
1980 - 1982
Attorney, Sullivan & Cromwell
1969 - 1976
CEO, Plink Plunk, Inc.
Associations
2015 - Present
Family and Divorce Mediation CouncilAccredited Mediator
2007 - Present
New York State PA AssociationNYSSPA
2006 - Present
Association of Family Practice Physician AssistantsLicensed and Registered Physician Assistant
1985 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Association of the Bar of New York CityMember
1985 - Present
New York Women's Bar AssociationMember Family Law Committee
1985 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
2010 - 2012
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationExecutive Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
W v A
Successful
U v U
Successful
G v G
Successful
S v S
Successful
Anonymous v Anonymous
Custody for father
P.v. P
all in favor of our client
Education
2006
Hofstra University
PA Degree
1980
Pace University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
New York University Stern Graduate School of Business
1964
University of Rochester
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
New York Women's Bar Association, Family Law Committee
2025 Attendee and Participant in New York Women's Bar Association, Family Law Committee Meetings
2019
Alliance Bernstein
Prenuptual Agreements and Psychologicaly Infused Divorce Mediation Methods
2018
92Y
What you need to know about property and support if you are getting a divorce
2017
Love, Marriage, Divorce: Navigating Together with Communication, Compromise, and Resilience for a Successful Outcome
Marriage & Divorce
2016
Postnuptial Agreement seminar
Postnuptial Agreements
2016
Divorce Center
What you need to know about property and support if you are getting a divorce
2016
Divorce Center
Mediation
2015
Divorce seminar
High Net Worth Divorce
2004
Radio WOR
Divorce and Separation
2000
Your Divorce
Psychology and Divorce
1994
Judith Kuriansky
Psychology of DIvorce
1989
Radio
Money and Divorce
N/A
Oprah Show
Divorce
N/A
Ken Dolan Radio
Property Settlements
N/A
Good Morning America
Divorce
N/A
CNN
Divorce
N/A
Bernard Meltzer
Spousal Support
N/A
92nd Y
Divorce Litigation
Publications
2020
2016
2015
Divorce without Lawyers
Divorce without Lawyers
1991
Bride's Magazine
Marriage
1991
Penguin
Getting Your Share
1990
New Women
Prenuptial Agreements
1989
New York Times
Comment on Matrimonial Litigation
1989
New Woman
Divorce and Separation
1988
Fortune
Divorce and Separation
1986
New York Magazine
Divorce
1980
Pace Law Review
Attorneys Fees
N/A
ELLE
Divorce
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Clarification of Divorce Decree
02 Sep 2015
Q&A
Can my daughter (my former guardian ad litem) represent my ex-wife in current divorce proceeding?
25 Aug 2015
Q&A
Is it likely that the Temporary Court Order for a Pendente Lite will remain in effect for the Final Divorce Decree?
24 Aug 2015