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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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Recommendation (25)
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General Knowledge (20)
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Posted by Marnie | October 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend Debbie Fiss!
Debbie Fiss is an excellent lawyer with years of experience. She knows the process inside and out and takes the time to explain things with patience and ease. Although it seems like a strange thing to say, I always looked forward to my meetings with Debbie. It was like having a good friend help ...
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
It's the SMALL things that count
Will any one of us ever be ready for a divorce? It’s an emotional hurricane. You know it’s coming, you know it’s too late to run, so do you just ride it out? Oh, and there is no “school" to teach you what to do during the "hurrivorce" Hence, what do you do? I was scared, confused, my world was ups...
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Debbie was an absolute pleasure to deal with! This was my first time dealing with a lawyer and I was wary to say the least. However, I was super impressed. Debbie was attentive, kind, very knowledgeable, and direct. Every time I called with a question she was right there to answer and explain it in l...
Posted by Debbie | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
No Need to Look Further
Through her compassion, knowledge and persistence Deborah Fiss saved my sanity and brought closure to the most difficult time in my life. She picked up the pieces from my first attorney's mess and got more done in 2 months than the first attorney in 18. Ms. Fiss built relationships in the Queens cour...
Posted by Andrea | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended to get happily divorced
Deborah Fiss is equally invested in all aspects of her clients: what's best for the children involved, above all, as well as both financial and emotional health. She works hard for her clients because she cares about them. And as sweet and sassy as she is on a personal level, she is assertive yet res...
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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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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