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Paul B Goldhamer
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About Paul

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

  • Divorce
  • Matrimonial and family law

Practice areas

OtherAlimonyFamilyChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 20%

    46 years, 10,000 cases

  2. Child custody: 20%

    46 years

  3. Family: 20%

    46 years

  4. Alimony: 20%

    46 years

  1. Child support: 20%

    46 years

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

747 Chestnut Ridge Road
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Kantrowitz Goldhamer & Graifman, PC

747 Chestnut Ridge Road
Suite 200
Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977

Fax (845) 356-4335
Website
http://www.kgglaw.com

Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.

210 Summit Avenue
Montvale, NJ, 07645

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
DCResigned199006/14/2016
NJActive198309/14/2020
NYCurrently registered 197510/30/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2017
Super FirmSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
Super FirmSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Super FirmSuper Lawyers Magazine2013
Certificate of AppreciationRockland County District Attorney's Office2001
Certificate of Appreciation and RecognitionNew York State Legislature2001
Certificate of RecognitionRockland County Legislature2001
Man of the YearChallenger Center1996
Alumni of the YearSuffern High School1995
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
CEO and Lead Trial AttorneyKantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, PC1975 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Bergen County Bar AssociationMember1983 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember1983 - Present
Rockland County Bar AssociationMember1975 - Present
New York Bar AssociationMember1975 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Rockland County Women's Bar AssociationCLE Arbitration Packet2016
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Long Island UniversityBA - Bachelor of ArtsN/A
New York Law SchoolJD - Juris DoctorN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Attorney Liens and enforcement of FeesAttorney and Charging Liens2016
SeminarHandling the Bitter DIvorce2002
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education LectureLecture2002
Business EvaluationsForensic Accounting and Business Evaluations under New York Law2001
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Brightenback v. Brightenback
Lisetza v. Lisetza
Manno v. Manno
Meyer v. Meyer
Mayefsky v. Mayefsky
Sachs v. Sachs

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Professional and Perfection

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Professionalism and perfection are apparent from the minute a client enters Paul Goldhamer’s law firm. Obviously, as an attorney in his practice, Paul has set the tone that clients are to be treated in a responsive and respectful manner. Paul has been instrumental in providing us with sensible and sound legal advice in several legal matters. His experience and expertise have proved to be extremely beneficial. His response is timely and advice is accurate. It is our good fortune to have had legal interactions with Paul. Our daughter recently referred a prospective client to Paul. She described her dealings with him in glowing words. She felt the advice he offered her was sound and lifesaving. Paul not only is a respected attorney in the county, he gives freely of his time to help in the community. The fund raising he has personally done for MS is unbelievable.
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A True Genuine Lawyer

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One of the most genuinely caring people that I have ever met and this was my lawyer. I will always be grateful for everything that Paul Goldhamer did for me. He gave me hope that my situation was not a complete disaster and he fought for me as my lawyer and got me what I deserved. He went above & beyond for me. Paul Goldhamer represents what a good lawyer is he is excellent at what he does and treats his clients with empathy.
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Outstanding Attorney

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As a Client who hired Paul Goldhamer to handle our Wills & trusts, we feel we were well served. Paul is also the Trustee of the Life insurance trust. He is honest, helpful and extremely competent. Paul is very knowledgable. He has also done wills and estates for our adult children.
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Excellent

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I have known Paul Goldhamer for 48 years. He is honest ,fair, and highly competent. He was hired as my lawyer for a real estate closing, will, and an accident. My daughter also used him, and he was extremely fair-minded.
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Exceptional

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I have known and been a client of attorney Paul Goldhamer since he established his practice in 1975. During my forty-year association with Mr. Goldhamer, he has always gone above and beyond his professional obligations, taking the time and effort to clarify the legal and personal outcomes that could occur. He is always accessible, professional, and prepared, and a caring advocate for his clients. Having been represented by Paul Goldhamer and his firm, my recommendation could not be stronger. He is exceptional.
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Estate Planning

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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.
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The attorney you want in your corner

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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.
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Excellent Attorney

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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.
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Paul Goldhamer is an excellent attorney

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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.
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Knowledge and experience are two of Attorney Goldhamer's best qualities.

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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!
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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.

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.

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