Seth David Schraier

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Seth David Schraier

4.6
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 18 years

Child custody Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +3 more

158-18 Riverside Drive West, Suite 2F, New York, NY

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About Seth

Biography

A trusted family law attorney to help you through each step of the way.

A trusted Family Law New York attorney to help you through each step of the way.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 35%

35%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Contested and uncontested, settlement agreements, collaborative divorce.

16 years

20%
Child Support 15%

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

Prenuptial agreements, separation agreements, stipulation of settlements.

16 years

10%
Family 5%

Child support, child support modification, paternity, child custody, sole custody, joint custody, visitation, violation of family court orders.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021
...
+ 7
Gold Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Seth D. Schraier, P.C.

158-18 Riverside Drive West, Suite 2F, New York, NY, 10032

SethDSchraierLaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Seth online.

Seth David Schraier's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

103 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Natalie | November 12, 2013 | Family

Child Custody

Looking for a good lawyer was one of the most overwhelming task I've ever expericed, but once I spoke to Seth Schraier I knew he was the lawer I wanted to hire. He adviced me as if he was already representing me. He was friendly, patient, knowledgable and obove all honest. I called him for advice ...a few times before officially hiring him and every time he was just as nice and willing to give me advice as the time before. It did not matter the time of day, he always returned all my calls, emails and even text messages within minutes. He was not only knowledgable on custody issues but about child support as well. All my questions were answered with such confidence that I had no doubt he knew his information. Being in the middle of a custody battle my stress level was high and I was emotionally all over the place but knowing that seth was on my side and always available when I needed advice gave me and still gives me a sense of assurance and peace. I trust him Mr. Schraier and I know he only has my best interest in mind.

Posted by John | November 06, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant

Best Lawyer Ever!!!

Seth Schraier is one of the most professional, personable, diligent, sincere, and friendly lawyers in the world. He will fight hard for you. He is one of the few lawyers left in this world with high moral character. When it comes to lawyers, you won't find one better than Mr. Schraier. Seth fough...t hard to defend me in a dispute with my landlord. His encouragement, guidance, and diligence was exactly what I needed to put my mind at ease. In the end, the dispute was resolved. Anytime I had a question or concern, he was there, like a friend. His prices are very reasonable. He told me when I was asking for too much and he was right about it. There isn't a lawyer in this world I would recommend more highly than Seth Schraier. Seth Schraier is simply the best!

Posted by Jack | November 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Junk

His work ethic is horrible. Doesn’t care at all about his client . I’ve spent over 50 million $ on lawyers in my lifetime Seth by far is the worst . I don’t know why he refused. To do ANY work . Ten months without a return call or text . Have Seth is like having shoes without a sole and walking on... hot sand .

Posted by Carmelo | June 17, 2021 | Child Custody

Horrible characteristics and liar

According to the 2016 census, 17 million kids are living without a father: 90% of homeless and runaway kids come from fatherless homes, over 70% are high school dropout, and 63% commit suicide. The data correlates negatively for children without fathers but yet laws, attorneys like this man and the w...ay we are viewed in society makes it nearly impossible for us to be in their lives equally as the mother.

Seth Schraier

Replied last June 17, 2021

Just so everyone who reads this is clear, this is from an opposing party who is representing himself and I represent the Mother. Clearly, Carmelo does not understand my role, as the attorney representing the other parent, in the current legal proceeding. And Carmelo, this in no way will help you work out an amicable resolution in your case as you continue to represent yourself. Also calling me twice and e-mailing me because I did not speak to you within 24 hours of you demanding that I do so, is also unreasonable. I eagerly await what the future has for the progress on this case.

Posted by Paul | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Terrible custody agreement. Skipped out on support agreement he had a paid contract for! Stopped responding to calls & emails!

3+ years after using him. Bad custody agreement that is WORSE than the original he was to fix. Abandoned paid contract for a support agreement & lied about it being settled for months. His incompetence & lies still cause serious problems & costs. Result: damage to child & myself. High costs to f...ix if it can be. Reviewed all email & notes for accuracy. Research lawyers thoroughly. A bad choice can be devastating. Look at ratings on this & other sites. Interview 3+ references from good & bad reviews. If you have any doubts, or can’t get references, go away! Do not chose under pressure or confusion. CASE SUMMARY: 2 parts: 1st: Custody agreement: Violations of visitation, etc. led to need for a new one. 2nd: Support agreement: Lower support due to income. Many violations by Ex. I was given bad advice to unilaterally lower support. Merited, but court must do it. DETAIL: 1 - ABANDONED A PAID CONTRACT: Ignored 20+ emails to get support agreement. Lied 2+ times - it is coming “next week or Monday". Stopped responding to all emails & calls! Result: huge costs to fix problem. * Not sure he had an agreement or lied that he did for months & planned to abandon case. He had a letter from opposing lawyer offering to lower the support! 2 - CONFLICT W/ OTHER LAWYER: He had upcoming cases w/ her. Asked if there was conflict. Result: It is suspicious. Was he influenced by the conflict? *Said "There was no conflict". Do not know if it is common but can be bad for the client. 3 - DISHONEST FEES: Bid low to get case. Reliably told he bid too low for required work. Result: Cut corners. Now huge costs to fix scam. * Chose on reviews. I suggest you check lawyer's old clients. Look at ratings on this & other sites. Ask to interview several references w/ good & bad reviews. If you have any doubts about a lawyer, find another! Do not decide under pressure or confusion. 4 –UNPROFESSIONAL & SLOW. Result: Bad custody agreement (he skipped out on support agreement.) * Other lawyer had to send Schraier a note requesting promised work after he didn't respond! * Incomplete/no answers to many questions. * I requested guidance prior to court. He waited to the last minute and talks to you outside the court room - if he is on time! You are unprepared. He's not fully prepared for court. 5 – TERRIBLE CUSTODY AGREEMENT THAT HE PRESSURED ME TO TAKE: Ex violated most of old agreement. He didn't fix compliance in new agreement or ask court to protect child. Result: A WORSE custody agreement with less enforcement & even more violations. * Support & Custody agreement deals got worse due to delays & a good opposing strategy. * OTHER lawyer drafted a bad custody agreement. He negotiated from HER draft! Did not propose changes unless I told him! * It is likely his negligence led opposition to propose a bad agreement at the last minute - just prior to court. He did not object to the trick! Pressured me to sign! I should not have. My fault. * Weak agreement led to Parental Alienation. (That means that the child is turned against you by threat, fear, manipulation, and slandering the other parent. Child can get false memories, be afraid of you, etc. Symptoms can be loss of confidence, self-esteem, etc.) * He did not address alienation, but dismissed it as a past, uncorrectable issue. The word "Parental Alienation" was not used but he said he got it. He still did nothing despite available remedies. Schreier’s work was negligent and he was dishonest. He secured a WORSE agreement that hurt me and my child. It has and still costs more money. He abandoned the custody agreement - a PAID contract! I suggest you research potential lawyers thoroughly. It is important. A bad choice can be devastating. Look at ratings on this & other sites. Ask to interview 3+ references from reviews that are good & bad. If any doubts about a lawyer, or cannot get references, find another! Do not chose under pressure or confusion.

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Seth David Schraier's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mario Joseph

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Seth was my adversary on a case that was challenging to us both, for very different reasons. I appreciated his straightforward and candid nature."

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Michal Falkowski

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Seth is a smart and energetic attorney who prides himself on providing excellent legal representation while at the same time keeping in constant contact with his clients. From the beginning of your matter till its end, Seth will guide you step by step, keep you updated on the status of your case, explain the legal process in simple terms, and answer any questions you may have. If you are looking for a responsive and competent family law attorney, I strongly recommend Seth."

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Jayson Lutzky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Robles

Child custody lawyer

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Mario Joseph

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2003

Certificate of Commendation, United States Department of Justice

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Seth D. Schraier

2009 - 2009

Legal Recruiter, Audrey Golden Associates

2009 - 2009

Assistant District Attorney, Kings County District Attorney's Office

2008 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Hudson Legal

2007 - 2008

Associate, Linnan & Fallon

2005 - 2007

Law Clerk, New York State Attorney General's Office

Associations

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

New York State Bar Association

Education

2007

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2003

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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