David S. Dikman

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David S. Dikman

also known as Dikman & Dikman

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New Hyde Park, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

3000 Marcus Avenue, Suite 3W10, New Hyde Park, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

45%
Family 35%

35%
Criminal Defense 10%

All violation, misdemeanor and felony offenses.

10%
Alimony 5%

5%
Child Custody 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 475-475 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2017 2015
...
+ 1
Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 39 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Dikman & Dikman

3000 Marcus Avenue, Suite 3W10, New Hyde Park, NY, 11042

thedikmanfirm.com/

Online Presence

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David S. Dikman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sebastian | May 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

No sugarcoating attorney

David is a no nonsense lawyer. He will lay it out for you from day one. He will not waste your time and money .If you are going through a divorce this is the man and lawyer you want to have by your side. he goes by the book and the law. Bottom line I couldn’t be more happier with my Divorce and t...he way David handled it and himself and his adversary

Posted by Emma | December 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend!

David is professional, knowledgable and efficient. He can patiently explain to my questions and provide suggestive opinions. He can always be on top of my case and address my concerns in an efficient way. I highly recommend David! Thank you!

Posted by Marie | October 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best attorney ever!

I met David through a friend. He was the attorney who handled her very difficult divorce. She told me not look for another attorney because he is the best person to handle my divorce. My friend was absolutely right. My divorce was very difficult and I was overwhelmed. David was caring, honest and... gave the best advice with complete transparency. He answered my calls and emails without charging me. Even several years after my divorce, I've consulted with David on several occasions on child support issues. He guided me through the process without charging me for a phone call or to view my documents via email. David is honest, compassionate and a very good listener. Thank you, David.

Posted by David | October 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The BEST attorney you can hire!!!

I first met David when I came to see him about my divorce case. My previous lawyer had completely botched my case, and I was in desperate need of a knowledgeable attorney who could take control of my issues. David listened to all of my thoughts, gave my case structure, and immediately went to work... for me. He is incredibly knowledgeable, professional and responsive (there were several times he emailed me on the weekend). He never tried to overcharge me, and I felt like I got an incredible value for the amount of experience & ability that he brought to the table. Take it from someone who had to go through a daunting experience with a very bad lawyer before finding a very good one in David: if you are searching for a top-shelf lawyer--at a very fair price--for a divorce, David is unequivocally the person that you want in your corner.

Posted by John | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Attorney

David was recommended to me for my divorce proceedings (just finalized with an amicable outcome) and I could not have asked for a more outstanding advocate. He worked tirelessly on my behalf and offered wise counsel to me throughout the process. David was of great help to me during a very difficul...t time. All of his hard work, professionalism, expertise and support made the process as easy as it possibly could be. He was attentive to my questions and concerns, and responsive each and every step of the way. David fees were also incredibly reasonable - particularly cosidering the top notch legal services I received. I would highly recommend David to anyone. If he is your attorney, you can rest assured that you are in outstanding hands.

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David S. Dikman's Lawyer Endorsements

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K. Karczmarczyk

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dikman is truly an exceptional litigator who cares a lot about his cases and gets great results for his clients!"

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Michael Gionesi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David was an adversary of mine on a difficult matter. His competence is second to none. He is as honorable as one can come. I do not hesitate to endorse him. He is a respected member of the Matrimonial Bar."

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Felipe Alexandre

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is one of the best family law attorneys around. He has shown impressive knowledge of family law and procedures whenever he has assisted my clients with their family law issues. In addition to his caliber as an attorney, he is also very patient and connects very well with the clients. I think this is a very important attribute, especially for family law attorneys. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Robert Pollack

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse David Dikman. He has been a worthy adversary of mine and gained my respect as an extremely comptetent and dilligent matrimonial litigator."

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K. Karczmarczyk

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Robert Pollack

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2021

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2019

Client Champion Award- Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2017

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2016

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Dikman & Dikman

1986 - 1995

Deputy Chief, Assistant District Attorney, Queens County District Attorney

Associations

2009 - Present

American Inns of Court

Barrister

1998 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

Queens County Bar Association

Member

Education

1986

Hofstra University School of Law University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

American Inns of Court

Representing Difficult Clients

2010

Pitfalls & Problems of Policing Client Perjury & Fraud: Remediation under the Ethical Rules of Professional Conduct

Legal Ethics

2001

How to Handle a Matrimonial Case From Start to Trial

Divorce Litigation

Publications

2011

Queens Bar Bulletin Update in Marital & Family Law

2010

Queens County Bar Journal Update in Martial & Family Law

2009

Queens County Bar Journal Update in Marital & Family Law

2008

Queens County Bar Journal Update in Marital & Family Law

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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