Maureen Ann Porette
also known as Maureen McGarry Porette
About Maureen
Biography
I am happy to announce that I am starting a new position as partner with the law firm of Tully Rinckey PLLC.
With a combined 34 years of experience in government affairs, matrimonial and family law, criminal defense/prosecution, civil rights and securities regulation and auditing, I bring a wide swath of experience to this new and exciting position.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
21 years | 104 cases
16 years | 170 cases
11 years | 7 cases
11 years | 3 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Tully Rinckey PLLC
1 N. Lexington Avenue, Suite #401, White Plains, NY, 10601
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Maureen Ann Porette's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Laura M | August 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
AN EXCELLENT ATTORNEY
Maureen has been a god send to me over the past 4 years with the never ending divorce because of my extremely difficult soon to be ex....we have been in court numerous times for orders of protections, visitation, and child support and thanks to her knowledge and professionalism we have come out succ...
Posted by James | August 15, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Thanks for helping our family through a terable time.
A close family friend of mine recommended Maureen Porette as a competent attorney to assist our family as my son was improperly charged with a hate crime. During the nearly year long escapade that we went through with the courts, we not only found Maureen to be talented and professional, but also ve...
Maureen Ann Porette's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Maureen as a colleague for many years, and I recommend her without hesitation. Maureen takes the time to listen to her clients and she carefully assesses the issues that are important to them, to bring about the best result possible. She is a zealous advocate who is well-respected by the bench and the bar. I am very pleased to endorse this lawyer."
"I have know Maureen Porette for over thirty years and have had the opportunity to work with her in several different capacities. Maureen is one of the most dedicated and empathetic attorneys I have worked with. She deeply cares about her clients and justice. Maureen is also wicked smart and always prepares for her legal battles. She is fair, approachable and over-all a wonderful person."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Maureen on several matters, including a highly contested matrimonial case. She is a professional and skilled attorney. Additionally, it is clear that she cares for her clients and sees them as real people, something that has been lost in the legal profession over the years. She treats fellow lawyers with respect and is a strong advocate who gets results for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this attorney. I've had Ms. Porette as an adversary on matrimonial actions. She relentlessly advocated for her clients and it was always clear she had a firm grasp of not only her case, but the law and her client’s expectations as well."
"I heartily endorse this lawyer. Ms. Porette is a brilliant advocate and tenacious trial lawyer, totally committed to her client's cause. Her extraordinary skills as a matrimonial lawyer are only exceeded by her compassion, her unerring moral compass and her personal integrity."
Marriage and prenuptials lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Champion of Justice Award, AAUW
2019
Champion of Justice Citiation, NYS Assembly
2019
Serving to the Community of Rockland County, NYS Assembly
2019
Distinguished Service Award, Legislature of Rockland County
2018
Citation for Service in the Political Arena, NYS Assembly
2018
Certification of Appreciation, Rockland County Democratic Committee
2018
Distinguished Service Award, Town of Haverstraw
2018
Woman of the Year, Stony Point Democratic Committee
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, Tully Rinckey, PLLC
2021 - 2024
Chief of Staff/Legislative Counsel/ Corporations Committee Clerk, NYS Assembly
2008 - 2021
Attorney, Maureen A. Porette, Attorney at Law
2006 - 2006
Principal Law Clerk, Rockland County Supreme Court
2006 - 2007
Assistant District Attorney, Rockland District Attorney Office
2003 - 2005
Attorney, Maureen A, Porette, Attorney at Law
1997 - 2003
General Counsel, Lehman & Eilen LLC
1994 - 1997
General Counsel, Prime Charter LTD.
1989 - 1992
Legal Assistant, Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLP
Associations
1994 - Present
New York State Bar Association
2021 - 2023
Rockland County Women's Bar AssociationBoard Member
2018 - 2021
Rockland County Democratic CommitteeLaw Chair
1995 - 2000
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
The Appellate Division granted our request, granted costs, and my client was returned custody of her son.
Education
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science
1985
Associate in Applied Science
Speaking Engagements
2007
Domestic Violence
Publications
1994
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
My ex-wife never legally changed her last name to mine but now that we're divorced, she's using my last name. Is that legal?
06 Jun 2024
How can I get a divorce if my husband won't cooperate?
07 Jun 2024
How long is an index number good for? Who do I call to see if mine is good to use?
03 Apr 2017