Harvey C. Kallus

Harvey C. Kallus

4.6
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 38 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Goshen, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

301 Main Street, Suite 2E, Goshen, NY

About Harvey

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

39 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Child Custody 25%

39 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Child Support 25%

39 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Adoption 5%

39 years | 500 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Strauss Kallus Kimple Dumais PLLC

301 Main Street, Suite 2E, Goshen, NY, 10924

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Harvey C. Kallus's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by David | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best choice in the worst scenario.

I put this off for a long time because it was hard to have to revisit the unpleasantness of a divorce/custody case, especially one as ugly and involved as mine was. I found Harvey through a family friend and met with him for a consultation before filing for custody of my children and divorce of my w...ife. As I gave him the very long backstory of events which precipitated me to take action against my ex-wife, Harvey listened and really heard what I was saying. His legal advice was perfect and I already felt that I had made a great decision in retaining him. That feeling proved to be true a hundred times over. Throughout the course of an almost two year battle through three different cases, (Custody, Support, and Divorce) Harvey was always kind, objective, insightful, wise, and most importantly in a situation like this, always mindful of my expenses. He is what all Lawyers should aspire to be and I cannot recommend enough that if you are in need of his particular field of expertise, you simply cannot find a better attorney. My family and I will forever be grateful to everything he did for us, he really saved lives. Thank you Harvey!

Posted by Melissa | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Exceptional attorney

I would like to give a glowing recommendation for Harvey Kallus. I retained Harvey for a family court petition to modify a custody order. I knew going into the situation, my chances could be slim. However, with Harvey's knowledge of law, experience, and eloquence in delivering the facts, I won my cas...e, and after 13 years of being the non custodial parent, I was awarded primary custody of my daughter. Harvey helped me bring forth the facts and the truth. From the very beginning, Harvey was committed to my case, and I have always felt that he went above and beyond. I really feel that Harvey is emotionally invested in his clients, and I feel it makes it a big difference when working through tough court issues. It has been comforting to feel like my family had someone in our corner to help us navigate the legal system and court process. I have always felt like Harvey has has my best interests at heart, as I imagine he does with all of his clients. I do not believe I would have had the results I had without Harvey, his expertise, experience and support.

Harvey Kallus

Replied last February 11, 2020

Thank you Melissa! It was my pleasure to be of service to you and your family.

Posted by Paul | July 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, Efficient and Conscientous

I was pleasantly surprised that Harvey was not like most attorneys who seek to take your money and drag out proceedings. He was my second attorney for a 3 year ongoing case that was grossly mishandled by another attorney. He listened, treated my case as a priority, and he and his staff followed thr...ough in a timely manner to resolve everything in 3 months! Divorces are costly, period so you might as well go with a true professional who has the experience, knowledge and savvy to work towards a resolve while keeping your needs paramount.

Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2018

Grandparents Rights

$250.00 for a half hour consultation.... He listened, then flip flopped his advise all over the place. Wouldn't recommend him to anyone....

Harvey Kallus

Replied last July 27, 2018

I am sorry you did not find our consultation to be helpful. After listening to your current difficult situation, I proposed you consider two courses of action: -one by filing in court, and -one by trying to contact the children's parents out of court. I suggested you file with the court immediately (with or without an attorney), and also try the out of court resolution attempt simultaneously. If that worked, you could withdraw the court case and the other side would never know you filed. If it did not, then you would be closer to a court resolution. I explained what the Court's focus would be, and the probable outcomes, and then discussed the pros and cons of both options. I did not perceive in any way that you were dissatisfied with our meeting, especially when you thanked me for meeting with you prior to payment. When you scheduled the consultation you were advised that I charge a reduced hourly rate of $250 for an hour consultation. My notes reflect we met for approximately 50 minutes. On a half hour meeting I would usually charge less. If I am incorrect about the time we spent together, I would like to make it right with you, and ask that you return my call from this morning, so we can try and address your dissatisfaction.

Posted by Sophia | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce/custody representation

My wife used this firm in her divorce and they fought to get her everything she was entitled to get. She was represented by Harvey Kallus . Harvey was professional, polite and always prepared for court. My wife and I retained Harvey Kallus again in a fight over schooling for her son again, Harvey... was well prepared and did everything in his power to win the case for us His paralegal, Brenda kept us constantly informed and up to date on all pertinent information. If you want someone to represent you with confidence, professionalism and support make sure to use Harvey Kallus from the law office of Barbara Strauss.

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Harvey C. Kallus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrea Dumais

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Child support lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to his clients' success."

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Karen Sferlazzo

Unknown lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Adoption lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Ingrid Gherman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community"

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kallus is one of the finest attorneys in his state. I highly recommend his legal services."

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John O'Brien

Adoption lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Mario Cometti

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His AVVO responses are well founded and informative. He is also well respected in his community."

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Richard Mandell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Harvey on several collaborative divorce cases and made presentations with him to community groups. Harvey is a strong and able matrimonial attorney and he works well at trying to serve his client by seeking out of court solutions in which all parties come away with dignity."

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Barbara Strauss

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Harvey on numerous divorce and family court matters. He works hard for his clients and is knowledgeable on the law and has impeccable judgment. Most importantly, he is compassionate toward his own client and always respectful to his adversary."

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Barbara Strauss

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Excellence in Family and Divorce Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

1997

Certificate of Appreciation, Orange County Bar Association

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Harvey C Kallus, PC

1989 - 1994

Associate, Larkin, Axelrod, Ingrassia & Tetenbaum, LLP

1987 - 1989

Associate, Scanlon and Vetrano

Associations

2019 - Present

Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County New York

President

2011 - Present

Hudson Valley Collaborative Divorce and Dispute Resolution Association

member

1989 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

member

1987 - Present

New York State Bar Association

member

Education

2011

Hudson Valley Collaborative Divorce Association

Collaborative training

1986

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2004

Parents Apart Program - Conflict Resolution

Family Law

Languages

English

Activity

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