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Deborah G. Fiss
also known as Debbie Fiss
About Deborah
Biography
I have been practicing Family Law for over thirty years from the same location representing husbands, wives, fathers, mothers and children.
This area of law is an emotionally charged one and I therefore work closely with social workers and parenting coordinators to assist the clients in a personal way with the intention of making the process easier and, hopefully, a growing experience.
An attorney practicing Family Law plays many roles as the client's legal representative - advocate, friend, coach and adviser. I feel particularly qualified to practice Family Law as I play those roles with compassion and sincerity.
Please contact my office to set up a a consultation for your divorce, custody, or child support matter.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
44 years
Child Custody
25%
44 years
Family
25%
44 years
Child Support
20%
44 years
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Licensed in New York for 43 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1982
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1995
Location
Deborah G. Fiss, Esq.
37-06 82nd Street, Suite 202, Jackson Heights, NY, 11372
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Posted by david | December 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Queens Divorce Lawyer
I had started divorce discussions with a Manhattan Divorce lawyer because I thought someone good and close to work would work best for me. My Manhattan lawyer recommended I use Debbie because she knows what she's doing (he recommends her to his friends and family) and she knows all the players in th...
Posted by Julie | December 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Deborah Fiss was my 1st attorney back in 1985. She dealt with several issues, and won it all for me. She was amazing. Now she will be dealing with a new issue for my family again. She's the best. I was so happy to meet with her again. I would absolutely recommend her. She stays on top of everything, ...
Posted by Kameela | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
PLEASURE TO WORK WITH
Deborah is caring, passionate, dedicated, knowledgeable and excellent attorney to have represent me in my divorce case. She deeply care about the case, she cares about me as a person and how I am was handling it all. She is definitely someone you want on your side to help you through. Always keep yo...
Posted by Allan | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Truly great advocate to have in your corner
Debbie helped me arrive at a post-nup agreement with my wife, working through some difficult decisions along the way; Debbie knew when to push back against my wife's lawyers demands and at all times I truly felt like I had a sharp, smart and knowledgeable advocate in my corner. That's the best compli...
Posted by john ambrosino | June 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
child visitation
Debbie helped reinforce my child visitation rights with my children. She is one of the most knowledgeable,articulate,caring attorney that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and doing business with,even under the most extreme trying times.She helped me stay focused on the fine points of the law,a...
Deborah G. Fiss's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fiss and i have been adversaries on several matters. She is a knowledgeable attorney that fights hard for her clients."
"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Deborah is an experienced, highly skilled, and knowledgeable attorney. In addition, her warmth as a human being and intelligence shines through for anyone she represents."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Debbie is a zealous and compassionate advocate for her clients. She has the experience, knowledge, and work ethic to achieve the best result possible. Besides her exceptional legal skills, she is a genuinely good person. I wholeheartedly endorse Debbie G. Fiss."
"I have known Debbie for a number of years, and we have been opposing counsel on a number of cases. I have always found her to be an excellent attorney. Debbie is well prepared and knowledgeable. While she always tries to be pragmatic and to take a reasonable approach, she also is always willing to vigorously litigate on behalf of her clients when necessary. She is a true professional. I endorse this lawyer."
"Deborah and I worked together on a very difficult custody matter. She was very professional and a strong advocate for her client, while maintaining a compassionate and dignified demeanor. Deb knows the law, and knows people. She combines her knowledge of the law and her understanding of human nature to not only get a good result, but to make every effort to do the "right thing" for the people in these difficult situations. Deb is not only an effective advocate who is well known to the courts in the five boroughs, but a good person. Enthusiastic, sharp, ethical and well respected by both court personnel and adversaries."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Attorney Fiss in all areas of family and custody law."
"I endorse Attorney Fiss without reservation. She has a firm understanding of family law, and uses such understanding to effectively analyze complex factual situations. Superlative attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Debbie was a mentor early in my career. She is one of the most respected matrimonial and family law attorneys in Queens."
"Great attorney. Deborah G. Fiss has a wealth of knowledge to go along with the ability to see where a situation is headed and develop a sound, effective strategy for her clients."
"I endorse Deborah. I have both served as law guardian on at least one of her cases, as well as an opposing attorney on at least a couple others (that I recall). On each case, she showed not only a high degree of competence but also a high degree of professionalism. Potential clients will be well served by hiring Deborah."
"I endorse this lawyer. If I had a divorce question in NY, I would definitely contact this attorney for advice."
"Ms. Fiss always seems to nail questions about messy issues of child visitation and custody by focusing on the emotional and communications issues between the disputants and how they often get in the way of resolving issues between parents that are not in the "best interests of the child". So much of family law revolves more around emotional intelligence and insights about human motivations rather than the letter of the law, which is relatively simple and straightforward. If I had a child custody or visitation issue, I'd want to have Ms. Fiss on my side and helping to get the warring parties "get to yes" in an expeditious, straight forward and cost-effective manner. Ms. Fiss is an asset to the Avvo community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah G. Fiss is an excellent and dedicated attorney who cares about her clients in every aspect of their lives. She knows the law, is well-respected in the legal community and her clients are proud to have her by their side. Just read their endorsements of her! I highly recommend her for any matrimonial and family matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fiss is one of the finest Divorce/Family Law attorneys in her state. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1995.
Suspension issued in NY, 1995
updated on 05/02/2017Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Work Experience
1983 - 2012
Owner, Deborah G. Fiss, Esq.
Associations
1982 - Present
Queens County Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Matter of Rodriguez v. Silva
stay denied by Appellate Division, Second Department
Chan v. Chan
upheld by the Appellate Division, Second Department
Melish v. Melish
upheld by the Appellate Division, Second Department
Education
1981
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
State University of New York, Binghamton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
CLE class
Child support enforcement
2004
Queens County Bar Association
Family Law
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Need to know how to find out if I’m divorced while living in different state than where filed?
25 Jan 2019
Q&A
Is my ex allowed to take our son on school field trips without my permission?
26 Sep 2014
Q&A
How am I supposed to serve divorce papers if there is a restraining order and I am not allowed to know the address of my spouse?
13 Sep 2014