Neil Allen Fredman

A year and a half into a contentious custody dispute and acrimonious divorce, I met Neil Fredman and Ken Novenstern, attorneys at Fredman, Baken and Novenstern. During the most painful time of my life, I was finally in capable, compassionate hands. Neil and Ken are not your typical lawyers. From t...he get go, they focused on doing the right thing. They have heart, and most definitely appreciated my situation. Despite the emotional turbulence of those months, working with them was a pleasure. As I got to know them, I saw quickly how well they both know and understand the system. They have relationships with many of the judges, clerks, referees and staff in the White Plains Supreme and Family Court, so they just know how to handle every scenario and every surprise from the opposing side. Because of their understanding of the Westchester court system, things went smoothly from the beginning. Brilliant writers, they always impressed me with their comprehensive letters to the court and the opposing attorney. Nothing was left out of the letters and every time, they nailed it. Neil and Ken had a special ability to support me through an immensely stressful period. Speaking to them felt like I was talking to friends, father figures in a way, who gave me trusted and wise counsel. Down to earth, easy-going and gracious, they are both just good people. You just get this positive feeling about people and with them, I felt it right away. As experienced divorce attorneys, they know what to focus on. When the other side created distractions or said things to rile me up, they would reassure me that it wasn’t a big deal and not to worry. Facile in putting things into layman’s terms, they have a very direct, clear and real world communication style. They know what’s important and ultimately what matters most. During emotional custody and divorce battles, you need them on your side. Honest, authentic, and intelligent, Neil and Ken kept my expectations in check. If I wanted to go after something, they would let me know if it was worth it, and if not, they would help me refocus my energy on what was truly essential. Above all, Neil and Ken brought me results. Working with them got me a solid and fair financial agreement and custody agreement for my two children, who mean more to me than anything in the world. After a year and a half of withstanding mean-spirited and demoralizing attacks by the opposing counsel in court, I am thankful that I finally found attorneys who ensured I was properly protected and fought for. I am happy to have my divorce and custody battle behind me and am incredibly grateful for the stellar legal results I received. Neil and Ken understood my side of the story and fought for me, and won for all of us, including my two sons. I recommend them at the highest level.