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Kim M. Rayner has over 30 years of experience as a matrimonial lawyer. As such, she has extensive litigation skills, developed through trials regarding custody, maintenance, child support, and equitable distribution.
Ms. Rayner’s experience is shown through her ability to form a trusting and enduring relationship with her clients. She zealously advocates for her client in and out of the courtroom, and is an effective negotiator. Ms. Rayner always implements the best possible strategy in order to best suit her client’s needs and achieve each of their goals. She will guide the client through the entire process, considering each and every issue and explain the potential outcomes to her client. She is honest, caring, and will fight to achieve her client’s goals.
Ms. Rayner is a court approved mediator in New Jersey.
Ms. Rayner is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, Rockland County Bar Association, and Rockland County Women's Bar Association.
Areas of Admission:
Ms. Rayner has practiced in State and Federal Courts throughout New York and New Jersey.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
State: New York
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
One Blue Hill Plaza, 5th floor, Pearl River, NY, 10965
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Posted by paul | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Representation!
Handled case from beginning to end with utmost professionalism. Kept me in the loop every stem of the way and returned all phone calls promptly.
Posted by Matthew | July 30, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Kim Rayner - Professional, Diligent, and Trustworthy
I recently went through a long, heavily contested divorce. Kim and all of her associates made the process as "easy" as going through a divorce can be. She was extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly how to conduct herself in front of the judge and opposing lawyer to get the results I wanted. While ...
Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend
Kim is an excellent attorney who worked diligently to help guide me through my divorce. She responded to any questions or concerns I had and kept me informed as soon as any new issues arose. Her professionalism and calm demeanor helped to keep things moving forward and I always knew we would be pre...
Posted by sean | August 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
best lawyer money can buy
I began working with Ms. Rayner in november of 2017 during a custody and child support dispute with my child's mother through out the whole process from day one Ms. Rayner told me to stay calm and I will be just fine each time we stepped in that court room I always came out with relief and 97 percent...
Posted by Donnice | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Challenging Experience Due to Delays and Oversight
Throughout the course of my case, I encountered significant communication challenges. There were extended delays in responses, and at times, I felt left in the dark during critical moments of the legal process. Sometimes, there was not even a response. One example, I retained Rayner on October 8th...
"Kim is an experienced, skilled and knowledgeable divorce attorney who can handle a case effectively from beginning to end and is always seeking to obtain the best results for her clients. I am happy to endorse her!"
"Kim and I were Opposing counsel on a highly contentious divorce matter and I must admit that she was a formidable opponent. She zealously advocated for the rights of her client while keeping mind that settlement was probably best for everyone involved. I would and have recommended Kim."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kim Rayner is an accomplished, tough litigator in both NY and NJ. I have handled numerous matters across from her and witnessed her argument and trial skills in court as well as her extensive negotiation skills. If you are not hiring me, you cannot do better than to hire her."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. She is highly skilled and an accomplished attorney. I have watched her try cases and have walked away feeling extremely impressed with her court room presence and skills."
"Kim Rayner is an excellent attorney who is well respected by the bench and bar. Whether she is advocating at the negotiating table or in the courtroom, Ms. Rayner has the experience, tenacity and knowledge to provider her clients with the professional representation they deserve and should demand. I have litigated a number of cases with Ms. Rayner and always found her to be a courteous and talented adversary against whom I needed to bring my "A" game. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking quality representation in a family or criminal law matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. a fierce fighter with compassion and skill. She is also a fine mediator. I highly recommend her."
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10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2023
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys
2021
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
1995 - 2022
Partner, Law Offices of Goldstein & Rayner
1994 - 1995
Associate, Aronwald and Pykett
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Political science
English
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