Paul B Goldhamer

After the death of my mother, my family and I needed a competent law firm. I contacted my old high school friend, Paul Goldhamer. His law firm has for years been considered one of the best in our area, without question. Paul's law firm not only showed compassion for our situation, but his staff always treated us with the upmost professionalism. We are very fortunate to have retained Paul's help in this matter.

Our client - counselor relationship goes back to 1978. I achieved joint custody of my children at a time when joint custody was unheard of in Rockland County. Paul is the man who turned my life around with his ability to negotiate within the law to arrive at a joint settlement. He was my lawyer then, and he remains my lawyer today. I find him to be forthright, competent and above all committed to serving his client. I will continue to recommend Paul Goldhamer to friends in need of legal advice. If you're looking for an excellent attorney, Paul is the man you want in your corner.

I am very satisfied with Paul Goldhamer. Paul and his law firm handled my case professionally, he was responsive and when we went to court he went prepared. I highly recommend Paul Goldhamer.

I recently had the opportunity to consult with Mr. Goldhamer on a few matrimonial legal issues. I found him to be open, cooperative, helpful and honest. I also found him to be extremely knowledgeable about matrimonial law. It was a pleasure working with him. I have known Mr. Goldhamer for more than 50 years.

Paul has been our attorney for years. He's handled several matters for us from house closings to will and estate planning matters. He is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and the person you want as your advocate. From a client's perspective, his physical presence in court is comforting. From the opposition's perspective, I imagine he can be intimidating. That's what I want in a lawyer!

I went with my sister to consult with Paul when she was in need of a matrimonial attorney. He was extremely knowledgeable, patient and caring and responded to all our calls and e-mails. Besides providing us with excellent advice, he was extremely concerned with my sister's well being and mental health. He is the attorney to go to when you need the best. In the long run, my sister did not go through with a divorce but Paul is still on speed dial!

Paul Goldhamer is an excellent divorce attorney. He and his professional staff were very attentive to my needs and sensitive to my situation during a most difficult divorce involving children and property. He was instrumental in obtaining a fair resolution, and was always there when I needed him. I highly recommend him and his firm.

Before my divorce I had never known Paul. I didnt have a huge settlement, I didn't have a ton of money to back me...he didnt care. He treated my case like it just as important as any other he had. He tried to save me costs as much as he could and was upfront it which I appreciated. Through my entire process he was honest (even when I didnt want to hear it), truly caring (even though I didn't know why), and kept me calm (when I thought I couldn't take anymore). He gracefully helped me through one of the toughest times of my life when I needed a rock and had no family to support me. Paul's experience is second to NONE. The man knows his business and has always been an amazing professional every step of the way. He was there for me (and still is) anytime I need him.

Divorce is never easy...even when both parties know that they should no longer be married. That is the situation I found myself in several years ago. After a brief marriage, I knew that it was necessary that I seek a divorce. When I asked around, I kept getting the same recommendation...Paul Goldhamer from Chestnut Ridge. My husband at the time had a lot of anger and resentment towards me for wanting the divorce. I met with Paul and immediately I knew that I wanted to retain his services. He came highly recommended and from the moment I met him, I found him to be very professional, a good listener and I also knew that he was going to work hard for me. In addition, his entire staff was impressive and extremely supportive. Without all of the details, I will summarize in saying that the divorce, which should have been easy considering we had no kids and I was willing to walk away from the house, was a disaster. My husband at the time was hostile and very downright nasty. In truth, his ego was hurt and he, therefore, was going to hurt me where he could the most...my wallet. The case dragged on and on because of my husband, including my ex closing our bank accounts and taking every penny we had. It was emotional and upsetting. Paul was excellent at keeping me relaxed and prepared throughout the ordeal. Whenever we went to court, I felt I was very well represented. We had to answer to many foolish and expensive motions, which was frustrating to me because of financial restraints. But Paul always told me that he would work with me in regard to the financial aspect. He gave me very sound advice on a financial aspects and in ways to handle myself in regard to contact with my husband, his family, in court, etc. To watch him in the courtroom, he is a bulldog, but also a man with a great heart. He knew that because of my teacher salary, it was going to be upsetting and financially straining for me to go to trial and we spoke extensively about that. Paul convinced me that I deserved the best and that a trial was necessary to get what I deserved. Scared of the cost of his services and his staff, I was hesitant, but after we discussed it, he worked out a deal with me that I was comfortable with and was able to move ahead with preparation of trial. As Paul suspected, my husband settled before trial. I can't say enough about Paul Goldhamer and his entire staff. I could not have asked for better representation. On a personal level, he was also very good to me. I know that he always gives back to the community, as I have sponsored him for Multiple Sclerosis Bike Rides in NYC. If you are looking for an attorney that will fight to the end for you and also has a heart of gold, Paul Goldhamer is someone you should make an appointment to see. You will not regret it.

I have known Paul for more then 50 years and have used him several times for legal issues including estate planning, last will and testament and relationship advice as well as divorce. He has always taken a personal and mentoring approach to these situations over the years as I relied on his expertise. I do not like lawyers but Paul is a genuine human being an I would recommend him to everyone I know.

My case was complex. He and his firm did an great job dealing with all of the issues that came out during the case. He was patient with me and was a great advocate for me. I appreciate how much time he gave me at different times during the whole case.

Paul and his firm represented me in an involved case against NY State a few years ago. The case was long and heavily defended and these folks fought it to the end at the cost they first said it would be. I'm very happy I found them.

When my ex sued for full custody, Paul and his staff rallied and shut it down. Paul and his staff did everything they could to keep costs down and keep me realistically optimistic about possible outcomes. No one knows the subtleties and complexity of matrimonial law better than Paul. Paul listens! He is not only your advocate but he becomes your partner in the most important mission in your life.

He is amazing. He covered my case and he was extraordinary. He was always one step ahead, explained every single step in detail, was cautious with everything that could affect the case. He is very oriented not only to win the case, but to bring justice to the table, and that my children don't go through much hazard. If I have to go through something like this, I would never hesitate to hire him again. And I have referred him to my friends who are going through the same thing.

My ex was a "captain of industry" and I thought I would be at a disadvantage against the big-time corporate lawyers he hired. Wrong! Paul Goldhamer saw thru some of their ploys, countered them, and got me a better outcome than the other side thought possible. Proof? The other lawyer, after the negotiations were over, said he would be calling Paul for any other "matrimonials" that were brought to his office, because as a corporate firm, he did not feel competent in this area. I am still reaping the benefits that Paul secured for me that day.