Meredith A. Lusthaus

Meredith A. Lusthaus

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support, Child Custody

186 Joralemon Street, Suite 910, Brooklyn, NY

About Meredith

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 600-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Coffinas & Lusthaus, P.C.

186 Joralemon Street, Suite 910, Brooklyn, NY, 11201

Coffinas & Lusthaus, PC

186 Joralemon Street, 910, Brooklyn, NY, 11201

Coffinas & Lusthaus, PC

186 Joralemon Street, 910, Brooklyn, NY, 11201

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Meredith A. Lusthaus's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by M | August 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A sharp strategist who knows New York divorce law cold

After six months of going around in circles, I hired Meredith hoping to settle, but preparing to litigate. She was an energetic advocate, and I was confident in her ability to do either. Meredith is a sharp strategist who knows New York divorce law and the matrimonial courts cold. She worked smartly ...and quickly, was highly responsive, and pushed hard for me without sugarcoating the situation if the law didn’t favor me on an issue. Meredith guided me to the settlement that was best for me and my children, and I am very grateful. I only wish I had hired her sooner.

Posted by Frank | March 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Attorney

Merideth was a lifesaver for my family. We actually worked on two divorces together. The second one was insanely difficult because my kids were involved and my ex wife chose one of the worst divorce lawyers in the business. He simply did not want to settle eventhough my ex wife did. I really don't kn...ow what I would have done without Merideths help. She is a real pro and she knows how not to make matters worse than they already are. I would and have recommended her to anyone that asks me. Hire her, she won't let you down!

Posted by Stefani | April 28, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

You're in good hands with Meredith Lusthaus

I had the great luck to be represented by Meredith Lusthaus for my divorce. My divorce process was not easy, but I felt completely confident in Meredith and her staff. Meredith was always available to me for my many questions. I couldn't have asked for a better advocate.

Posted by Heather | April 24, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

You cannot go wrong with Meredith Lusthaus

Meredith Lusthaus is the best kind of person for this emotionally challenging situation. She facilely helped me handle my divorce (which involved custody issues) and did so with directness and clarity. I always felt I was in extremely capable, intuitive and knowledgeable hands, which is a huge boon w...hen going through a divorce. She brings to the table an admirable level of professionalism along with a matter-of-fact attitude that is tempered with just the right amount of kindness needed to make this process palatable. I wouldn't hesitate for a moment to use her again in the future should the occasion arise.

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Meredith A. Lusthaus's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Smith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Block

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I am from Brooklyn and I know Brooklyn tough when I see it!"

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Nataliya Gavlin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."

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Carly Steinberg

Family lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Meredith is a competent and quality lawyer. She knows the law like no other attorney I have encountered thus far, and is a true advocate for her clients."

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Steven Mandel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Meredith was my adversary in a hotly contested, high net worth, emotionally charged case. This matter never would have been resolved as amicably and expeditiously as it had if not for her expertise. Thank you, Meridith!"

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Michael Coscia

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Carly Steinberg

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Sybil Hart Kooper Award, Brooklyn Women's Bar Association

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Coffinas & Lustahus, PC

Associations

Brooklyn Women's Bar Association

Past President

Women's Bar Association of the State of New York, Matrimonial Law Committee

Past Chair

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section

2005 - 2010

Brooklyn Women's Bar Association

Chair, Matrimonial Law Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Z v W (unpulished)

Obtained an order directing client's spouse to pay $30,500 per month in temporary support, the mortgage and taxes on the marital home, private school tuition for the children and other direct expenses plus counsel fees.

R v M

Prevented removal and relocation of client's child from Brooklyn to the West Coast.

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Education

1996

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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