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Yesenia Rivera-Sipes is a highly regarded attorney focusing on matrimonial law. A 1997 graduate of Ithaca College's Park School of Communications with a degree in Journalism, she further pursued her legal studies at The George Washington University School of Law, graduating in 2001. Ms. Rivera-Sipes initially gained experience on Capitol Hill for one year before undertaking a clerkship at the Essex County Family Court in New Jersey. Following her clerkship, she dedicated three years to advocating for children as a staff attorney at Lawyers For Children, a non-profit legal organization in New York City. Since 2007, Ms. Rivera-Sipes has concentrated her practice on matrimonial law and, after honing her skills at several prestigious firms in Manhattan, founded her own practice in 2014. Known for her adept negotiation capabilities, she frequently secures settlements for her clients, while also possessing the tenacity to pursue litigation when needed, demonstrating her commitment to advocating fiercely on behalf of her clients.
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Acquired: 2003
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Posted by Amy | August 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Absolute Gem
My experience has been wonderful with Ms. Rivera. She knows the system incredibly well and has guided me with a measured hand every step of the way. She’s fair, smart, and strategic. She has always made herself available to me and has answered every question I’ve had with thoughtful consideration. I ...
Posted by Kevin | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Invaluable Counsel
Ms. Rivera provided me with invaluable counsel. She helped alleviate a great deal of the stress just by virtue of her manner and expertise. I was well-represented by her style, efficiency, oral/written arguments, and knowledge of legal procedures/case law.
Posted by Georgia | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Professional and caring
Yesenia handled my child support case. She was very knowledgeable about the law and was able to get me what was fair and just. She answered my emails promptly and was available to me anytime I had a question. She puts her clients first and will represent you fully.
Posted by Larissa | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best divorce lawyer in NYC
If you are looking for a divorce attorney, look no further, Yesenia is the one. This woman was my life saver during my very acrimonious divorce proceedings. Yesenia knows the law inside out and she's unique in that she can be warm and wise during what is an awful and emotional time, but then be tough...
Family lawyer
2014 - Present
Principal Attorney, Law Office of Yesenia Rivera-Sipes
2003 - 2006
Staff Attorney, Lawyers for Children, Inc.
2002 - 2003
Judicial Law Clerk, Superior Court Of New Jersey
2001 - 2002
Internship, Democratic Steering and Policy Committee
2015 - Present
Chief Administrative Judge's Matrimonial Practice Advisory and Rules Committeemember
2005 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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