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also known as Curt Arnel, Arnel Law Firm
I have been practicing law for more than 40 years. I spend a lot of time reading and researching to keep current on trends and changes in the field.
In addition to being an attorney, I am also a certified public accountant (CPA). I use my financial background to your advantage in areas such as property settlements, child support and alimony.
I am a good listener. I learn more by listening than I do by speaking. I allow my clients to express themselves. Sometimes the information I need to represent a client is deeply buried. In divorce, success is dependent on the individual case. For example, in some cases I have reunited parents with children when the parent had been estranged or precluded from visitation. Once I find out what is most important to a client, I can apply a vast amount of legal knowledge and experience to achieving that result.
I am a zealous advocate. I know how to be aggressive and assertive, but I also know there are times when you don't want to be aggressive. Sometimes it is easier to go over, under or around an obstacle. I evaluate each case and choose the best course of action for my client.
It is very important to me to get the particular results my clients want. I work from early in the morning until late at night to do that. I don't ever want to find a case where I was out-prepared by another attorney. That is my commitment to you.
I am totally accessible to my clients. I welcome and encourage clients to email me so I can offer a thoughtful written reply they can receive at any time day or night. Responding by email allows me to compose my thoughts and give my clients a considered response. My clients, in turn, can print out my response for their own records and refer back to it later.
Many of my divorce clients remain close to me for years after their divorce. My mail box is clogged with Christmas cards every year. I like divorce work and the results I can obtain for clients. I appreciate the loyal and lasting relationships I develop with them.
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Acquired: 1982
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26 Court Street, Suite 1012, Brooklyn, NY, 11242
17 Client Reviews
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Posted by Allah | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Arnel Law Firm - Highly Recommended
I have been using this team of lawyers for a child custody case as a father. I have been through many lawyers in the past that could not follow through with what they have said, but this is not the case here at Arnel Law Firm. They have been extremely well prepared for court appearances and are not a...
Posted by William | April 24, 2019 | Marriage & Prenuptials
Excellent Advice
I went to Mr. Arnel before my third marriage for advice about a prenuptial agreement to protect my assets for both my children and new wife. His advice and demeanor was excellent during our meeting, and I would not hesitate to recommend him. Great service.
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Excellent Attorney
Curt Arnel did a fantastic job negotiating & representing me in my child support modification case. I was impressed by his knowledge of family court law & ease of which to talk to regarding my case. After retaining Curt my case was resolved in 3 court visits 1 of which was due to the magistrate adjo...
Posted by Steve | March 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A superb job
I highly recommend Curt Arnel, Esq. Curt is both a CPA and a matrimonial litigator, and he did a superb job representing me in my divorce case. He was totally prepared and understood the financial information so well that he was able to skillfully negotiate a settlement agreement for me that was mu...
Posted by George | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Extraordinary Family Law Firm
Curt Arnel and Lauren Arnel are outstanding lawyers. The firm goes the extra mile to research and assist. They helped me win a child support case in the Family court of New York by challenging equitable estoppel. I was the child's stepfather and the firm demonstrated that the Assignor did not establi...
"Curt Arnel is a highly skilled attorney well respected within the legal community. If you have a divorce, custody or family matter, he is your guy. I strongly endorse him."
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2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Silver Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Top Lawyer, New York Magazine
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
1982 - Present
Attorney & Managing Partner, Arnel Law Firm
1980 - 1980
Internship, Honorable Judge George C. Pratt, E.D.N.Y
1986 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Nassau County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law CommitteeMember
1985 - Present
Association of the Bar of the City of New YorkMember
1984 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1983 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationCustody Committe
1982 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1987 - 1988
Brooklyn Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-chair
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Certificate
1977
BS - Bachelor of Science
2010
"Family Law"
Spanish