Divorce attorney Paul Goldhamer, B.A, J.D. Esq. applies his extensive experience to litigation, primarily in the area of matrimonial and family law. He has conducted seminars and lectured on the law at local high schools, colleges and civic organizations. Mr. Goldhamer was the first attorney to conduct free seminars for the public in both New York and New Jersey. He often lectures for professional groups including the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education. He has appeared on local and national radio and television on numerous occasions, including several appearances on the popular A Current Affair andEyewitness News. One of his more notable matters was the Sir Rudolf Bing annulment. He has handled thousands of divorces and some of his appellate cases have revised the law.
Mr. Goldhamer was selected as a 2014 “Super Lawyer” by Superlawyers.com.
Serving the Community
Mr. Goldhamer has a passion for justice and was even cited for bravery when he aided a woman under attack and affected a citizen’s arrest of the would-be rapist. He has served on the executive committee and was a Governor of the Board of Directors of the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation for Better Health, the Board of Directors of the Ramapo Police Athletic League and the Suffern High School Alumni Association. He is presently on the executive board of the Lower Hudson Valley Challenger Center, Inc.
Professional Profile
Mr. Goldhamer is recognized as one of the leading matrimonial and trial lawyers in metropolitan New York and its suburbs. A graduate of Long Island University, cum laude, and New York Law School, he is licensed to practice law in the states of New York, New Jersey and in Washington, D.C., the Federal District Courts of New York and New Jersey, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Tax Court. With partner Walter Kantrowitz, Mr. Goldhamer founded Kantrowitz & Goldhamer [now Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman P.C.] in 1975. He has taught courses at New York, Fordham and Columbia Universities.
Need to File for Divorce in Rockland County or Bergen County?
You can contact divorce lawyer Paul Goldhamer Esq. by phone at (800) 711-5258 or by submitting our online contact form. Meet with us in our offices in either Bergen County, NJ or Rockland County, NY.
Areas of Practice
Practice areas
48 years
48 years
48 years
48 years, 10,000 cases
48 years
Languages spoken
English
Kantrowitz Goldhamer & Graifman, PC
747 Chestnut Ridge Road
Suite 200
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977
Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.
210 Summit Avenue
Montvale, NJ, 07645
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Resigned | 1990 | 06/14/2016 |
NJ | Active | 1983 | 04/06/2022 |
NY | Currently registered | 1975 | 02/24/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
Super Firm | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2014 |
Super Firm | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Super Firm | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Rockland County District Attorney's Office | 2001 |
Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition | New York State Legislature | 2001 |
Certificate of Recognition | Rockland County Legislature | 2001 |
Man of the Year | Challenger Center | 1996 |
Alumni of the Year | Suffern High School | 1995 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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CEO and Lead Trial Attorney | Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, PC | 1975 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Bergen County Bar Association | Member | 1983 - Present |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Member | 1983 - Present |
Rockland County Bar Association | Member | 1975 - Present |
New York Bar Association | Member | 1975 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Rockland County Women's Bar Association | CLE Arbitration Packet | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Long Island University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
New York Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Attorney Liens and enforcement of Fees | Attorney and Charging Liens | 2016 |
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education Lecture | Lecture | 2002 |
Seminar | Handling the Bitter DIvorce | 2002 |
Business Evaluations | Forensic Accounting and Business Evaluations under New York Law | 2001 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Brightenback v. Brightenback | |
Lisetza v. Lisetza | |
Manno v. Manno | |
Meyer v. Meyer | |
Mayefsky v. Mayefsky |
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Joseph Pursglove, Family Attorney on Jul 16, 2016
Relationship: Other
Mr. Goldhamer is a leader in his profession in matrimonial and family law in New York and New Jersey, as well as being a top trial lawyer in this area of practice.
Brandon Rothstein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Paul is a distinguished and well versed litigator and advocate. I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Pursglove, Family Attorney on Jul 16, 2016
Relationship: Other
Mr. Goldhamer is a leader in his profession in matrimonial and family law in New York and New Jersey, as well as being a top trial lawyer in this area of practice.
Brandon Rothstein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Paul is a distinguished and well versed litigator and advocate. I endorse this lawyer.
Carol Most, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 21, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Paul on numerous matters. He works very hard and gets good results for his clients. he has a significant and powerful presence in the courtroom and is a force to be reckoned with. Despite his enormous strengths and fighting power, I always enjoy working with him.
Risa Kass, Family Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a top pick lawyer. A lawyers lawyer with the experience, stamina and attitude to get the job done!
Allan Wolk, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Paul for more than 24 years as a colleague whom I have had cases against and as a member of the Rockland County Bar Association. His grasp of the law and his willingness to assist other attorneys with his encyclopedic knowledge of the law and "how to do it" is superb. His reputation for his tenacity in presenting his clients' cases is legendary. Although I compete in the same area of law I highly recommend him for his ability and integrity.
James Glucksman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fortunately I have a good marriage so I don't need his services. Mr. Goldhamer is a knowledgeable, dedicated and effective attorney. Mr. Goldhamer knows matrimonial and general law matters extremely well. Unlike many attorneys he is willing to try matters when needed and in my experience usually wins. From what I have seen over the last 12 years of dealing with him he would be my first recommendation as a matrimonial attorney, for ethics, dedication and results.
Rajan Patel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Paul is definitely an attorney you want working for you, and not against you. He is extremely knowledgeable, astute and aggressively fights for his clients.
Scott Frendel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 14, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a skilled practitioner who vigorously represents his client. His reputation in and out of the court room is unmatched. He is well known for getting the optimal results for his client. He is honest, trustworthy and an extremely well respected litigator.
Adam Schneid, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 14, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with Paul on a heavily litigated matrimonial matter. Paul is an excellent litigator and a valuable attorney to have in your corner.
K Cucolo, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 13, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Paul knows his stuff. He is a hard working adversary for sure! Paul is a real professional and cares about his clients. Over the years I have had many cases with Paul and I always learn something new. He also has a great team of attorneys who work for him. I endorse Paul with 5 stars!!!
Jakob Lipman, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 1, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Paul Goldhamer is an experienced and hard working divorce and family law attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
James Sexton, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 28, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Paul Goldhamer is a highly skilled member of the divorce and family law community in New York and New Jersey. Paul has been actively working in the field for over three decades and has helped countless clients navigate both simple and complex matters. I have worked on several cases where Paul was opposing counsel and have always been impressed with his skills as a trial lawyer and negotiator. I would recommend him to anyone seeking a skilled family law attorney without hesitation and with great confidence in both his abilities and integrity. He is well respected by the bench and bar. A first rate lawyer.