Geanine Towers

Geanine Towers

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Appeals, Criminal Defense

8519 Fourth Avenue Third Floor Suite, Brooklyn, NY

About Geanine

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

If you are going through a contentious divorce or a relatively amicable uncontested divorce, we represent your interests throughout every stage of the process and advocate for your interests when it comes to child custody arrangements, child support

16 years

50%
Family 30%

At The Law Office of Towers & Associates, P.C. in Brooklyn, we provide comprehensive representation to clients throughout New York in family law matters and are committed to seeking favorable outcomes that specifically address what is best for you.

34 years

30%
Appeals 16%

We provide strong and proven appellate advocacy for our clients and will work to establish the lower court decision was incorrect.

31 years

16%
Criminal Defense 4%

At The Law Office of Towers & Associates, P.C., we represent New York residents in family law issues, as well as other legal matters.

16 years

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Towers & Associates, P.C.

8519 Fourth Avenue Third Floor Suite, Brooklyn, NY, 11209

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Geanine Towers's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 13 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Gina | May 15, 2013 | Family

Geaine Towers is an excellent lawyer

I came to Geanine Towers for the first time not knowing what to expect from her. I sat down with her to talk about my situation and was pleasantly surprised. She is fair, honest, straight forward and very knowledgeable when it came to my family court case. She has worked with me financially and I tr...ust her as my lawyer. I would recommend her to anyone and I would definitely use her as my lawyer again if I had to.

Geanine Towers

Replied last May 25, 2013

Dear Gina, We've had one more court date since you wrote this. The judge threw us a little hurdle, and I like the way you efficiently worked with me to handle that. Like almost all of my other clients, your understanding and acceptance of your responsibilities makes it easy for me to zealously safeguard your rights and advocate for your interests. Personally, you are a pleasure to be around, and I know how much you love and care for your children. The court is cognizant of the stark facts in this case, but is, as it should, exercising an abundance of caution instead of terminating, at your son's request, all contact with your adversary. The fact that you understand that, puts you far ahead of many others in the Family Court litigant population. Best, Geanine

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2013 | Child Custody

Disagree completely!

I was floored when I read the above referenced review, it is the complete opposite of my experience with Ms. Towers. I have found her to be proactive in protecting the interests of her client, knowledgable in her area of practice, professional/polite in her dealing with her client and opposing clien...t. Opposing council in my case has been condescending/insulting to both myself and Ms. Towers, has reneged on many preliminary negotiations and has been very difficult in every aspect. Never have I seen Ms. Towers lose her composure even when contending with this sort of situation. Her CV is impressive, and the court obviously believes she is trustworthy as she has been appointed as an attorney for the child. I find it impossible to believe based on my dealings with this attorney, that she would be insulting to a client and charge against the retainer irresponsibly. I am convinced I made an excellent choice in engaging the services of Ms. Towers and am confident I will continue to hold her in high esteem at the time my case comes to a conclusion. She, in my opinion, has the rare gift of being able to explain complicated 'legalese' to a layperson in a fashion that does not make them feel stupid, of having a good understanding/empathy of the complicated emotions that can accompany certain types of cases and being readily available after working hours when it is necessary to protect the interests of her client.

Geanine Towers

Replied last May 16, 2013

Dear Matrimonial Client, Your attention to detail and your patient and stoic nature have made it a joy to work with you. We're in the thick of things now, and I do hope and anticipate that our honest efforts to negotiate these matters will be fruitful. Best Wishes, Geanine p.s. This client is referring to a poorly written blurb apparently written by a person who was not my client. The review appears below and not above hers. Mix family law and the "Wild West" of the Internet and these types of things can crop up.

Posted by Charles | April 23, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

review of competency

I'm writing this on behalf of Geanine Towers. She was recommended by a co-worker in Education who had gone through a divorce/separation. I found her experience in these matters invaluable since she had herself been recently divorced. Ms.Towers guided me through the particulars of the law that pertain...ed to my rights as a father and husband , property owner and artist. Her Knowledge in matters of divorce/separation are on the money. MsTowers definitely was a benefit to me and my family. She worked hard for me and was tenacious in her pursuit of justice and fairness for all my concerns in my legal separation issues. - Edit Review Thankyou, Ms.Towers, Charles

Geanine Towers

Replied last May 25, 2013

Dear Charles, I was very happy to have worked with you. What impressed me most about you was your quick grasp of the legal concepts I explained to you, your personable and creative nature and the fact that as soon as you were able (and sometimes when you weren't!) you took care of your financial obligations to your daughter, and your fee to me. You never gave up, even when things got very tough. I am glad to have helped you through that difficult time. Best Regards, Geanine

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Geanine Towers's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Older

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a hard working, intelligent and knowledgeable attorney who is tough but civil toward her adversaries."

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Geanine is an excellent criminal defense and family attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Feras Rafee

Appeals lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Geanine. She is a highly skilled attorney in family and matrimonial appeals matters and she is well respected in the legal community. Geanine shared office space with me for approximately one year. She has been responsible for handling cases from inception to conclusion including negotiating successful resolutions for her clients."

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Ivan Khoury

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was an Administrative Law Judge for the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission from 2004 to 2010. During that time Geanine was a mentor and at times supervisor. I endorse Geanine Towers because she is a zealous advocate who is committed to working in the public interest for families and children. Geanine has worked in the Family Court and at the Appellate Division, Second Department, as a Court Attorney to the judges. In legal matters Geanine is very analytical, with an ability to explain the law in plain English. Geanine is a skilled and experienced attorney and treats everyone with dignity and respect. If I had a family matter, I would hire Geanine."

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Kenneth Eiges

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I developed a professional relationship with Geanine Towers through Avvo. I have read the advice she has given people with divorce issues on Avvo. Her writing is exceptional and her critical analysis of the issues is outstanding. I would highly recommend her to any person who is in need of a divorce attorney."

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Pamela Marsh

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lisa Older

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

1991

American Jurisprudence Award, Lawyer's Cooperative Publishing Company

1990

Sparer Fellow, Brooklyn Law School

1988

Richardson Scholar, Brooklyn Law School

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Assigned Counsel, Appellate Division Third Department

2010 - Present

Assigned Counsel & Attorney For Chlld, Appellate Division Second Department

2010 - Present

Chief Counsel, The Law Office of Towers & Associates, P.C

2003 - 2011

Environmental Control Board, New York City Office of Hearings and Tribunals

2003 - 2011

Taxi and Limousine Tribunal, New York City Office of Hearings and Tribunals

1992 - 1995

Senior Court Attorney, Kings County Family Court

1992 - 2002

Principal Appellate Court Attorney, Appellate Division Second Department

Associations

2012 - Present

Brooklyn Bar Association, Referral Panel

Associate

2012 - Present

Appellate Division, First Department, 18b Panel , Assigned Counsel, Attorneys for Children

Panel Attorney

2010 - Present

Appellate Division 2d Dep't Attorneys for Children 18(b) Panel

Panel Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Matter of S v H (Anonymous)

Settlement. Child remained in DC with enhanced visitation to father.

Matter of E v. E (Anonymous)

Settlement. Father received extensive visiation and 68% of the proceeds from sale of marital home

Matter of Veronica C.

Trial decision and order overturned for appellant

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Education

1991

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Ithaca College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Plain Language For TLC and ECB Judges

Plain Language For TLC and ECB Judges

2010

Adjudicating Hearings at TLT

Adjudicating Hearings at TLT

Publications

2011

TLT for TLC Judges Decision Writing

2010

New York City Bar Association Plain Language For TLC and ECB Judges

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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