Simon Kabzan

Simon Kabzan

also known as Simon Kabzan, Esq.

4.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family

501 Brightwater Court, Brooklyn, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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About Simon

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Criminal Defense; Domestic Violence; Orders of Protection; Assault; Battery; Harassment; Narcotics Possession; Intent to Distribute; Desk Appearances; Traffic Violations; DUI; Stalking; Public Intoxication; Theft; Robbery; Misconduct; Summons

500 cases

50%
Divorce and Separation 40%

Divorce; Family; Child Custody; Equitable Distribution; Separation of Marital and Separate Assets; Child Support; Separation; Division of Property; Family; Matrimonial; Agreements; Mediation; Spousal Maintenance; Spousal Support and Alimony

400 cases

40%
Family 10%

Child Custody; Child Support; Spousal Maintenance; Spousal Support and Alimony; Violations; Enforcement; ACS proceedings; Agreements; Family Offense; Domestic Violence

250 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 11 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2014

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Simon Kabzan

501 Brightwater Court, Brooklyn, NY, 11235

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Simon Kabzan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Child Support

Posted by Viktoria | September 12, 2014 | Child Support

Child support success!

Simon, thanks a lot. Your help for me was as expected and more, I needed child support and you not only explained to me what I was entitled to but also earned it for me. I highly recommend Simon, thank you kindly!

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Simon Kabzan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ekaette Eddings

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer unreservedly for his dedication to his clients and his contributions to the AVVO community."

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Somair Alam

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to his clients' success."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Farrell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kabzan provides a valuable service on Avvo. He gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse him."

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Jason Karavias

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Knost

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very experienced lawyer who is highly dedicated to his clients and who is compassionate toward their legal needs. People in his locale would do well to seek him out for a consultation."

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Sasha Bojat

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.He is well versed in law and extremely driven to obtain the best outcomes for his clients. He takes every matter seriously and treats them as if they were his own."

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Brent Hardy

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Simon without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."

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Beau Citron

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Newell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Simon. He is well respected among fellow lawyers."

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Michael Monopoli

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled attorney"

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Jonathan Lacour

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Quality representation and exceptional attentiveness to clients."

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Susan Kassel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! Excellent and capable!"

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Timothy Brown

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simon is a tough advocate for his clients. He really is tenacious."

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Mark Murad

Unknown lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best lawyers!"

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Richard Sands

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Other

"Well respected in the community and known for effective advocacy for clients!"

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H. Aalsberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very insightful and articulate attorney. Simon is a valuable member of the NY Bar and is a great lawyer to have on your side."

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Steven Eversole

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Simon is knowledgeable and well respected in the legal community. Highly recommended."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Disbarment issued in NY, 2025

updated on 07/11/2025

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Honors

2019

European/Russian Jurist - Under 40 Lawyer, Leading Jurist

2018

European/Russian Jurist - Under 40 Lawyer, Leading Jurist

2016

Three Best Rated, Top 3 Divorce Lawyers in New York

2015

Top Contributor, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2016 - 2019

Owner, Kabzan Law Firm, P.C.

2014 - 2016

Managing Member, Geller + Kabzan, PC

Associations

2014 - 2018

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2018

New York State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2018

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Contested Divorce Action

Client was awarded custody, child support, spousal maintenance and appropriate financial distribution for marital assets.

Child Support/Paternity Proceeding

Client was awarded final Order of child support for BOTH children, overcoming the opposition's claim of low income.

Child Custody Proceeding - New York Family Court

Client was awarded final and SOLE custody of the parties' children, together with a final award of child support, and resulted in the Client obtaining the final legal right to make all major decision-making as related to the parties' children.

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Education

2013

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

City University of New York, Hunter College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Khimki - Local Circle of Information

International Family Dispute Resolution

2013

Cardozo Law School - Family Law Seminar

Study: Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA)

Publications

2019

Komsomolskaya Pravda (Moscow) Family - Moving Abroad (Translated)

2014

Inform Magazine "How to Deal With Your Divorce"

Languages

English

Russian

Spanish

Belarusian

Activity

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