also known as David M. Gross, David Gross
I am an attorney and mediator focusing in divorce/family law. I have been a licensed attorney since early 2007, graduating from St. John's University Law School in 2006.
My office --Gemelli Gross Shapiro & Marino-- is a boutique matrimonial firm located in Forest Hills, Queens, near Eddie's Sweet Shop. We represent individuals in divorce and family law matters in the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County. I also mediate matrionial and family law issues, as well as prenuptial agreements.
Please contact me if you are in need of assistance.
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David is a Partner at Gemelli Gross Shapiro & Marino (f/k/a John A. Gemelli, P.C.); his practice is exclusively in divorce & family law, pursuing his clients’ rights in divorce, custody & parenting time, child support, maintenance (alimony), equitable distribution, & other family law matters in the Five Boroughs, Long Island, and Westchester County.
As both a litigator & trained divorce mediator, David prides himself in taking practical, common sense approaches to resolving conflicts, pursuing creative solutions to some of the most difficult problems in divorce & family law matters. When appropriate, David explores every possible avenue to help settle a case, moving matters to conclusion expeditiously and with dignity, without sacrificing thoroughness.
David is a member of the New York State, Queens County, and Nassau County Bar Associations, and was recently nominated as a SuperLawyers Rising Star and one of the "10 Best Attorneys," having demonstrated exceptional and outstanding client service, by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.
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10515 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY, 11375-6737
31 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Nadia | March 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
David Gross, the Attorney You Can Trust
I cannot recommend David Gross highly enough. Throughout the challenging 4.5 years of my divorce and custody battle, David was my unwavering support. His prompt responses to my emails, meticulous attention to detail, and clear explanations made every step of the process easier to navigate. Mr. Gross'...
It was a pleasure working with you!
Posted by Tim | August 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Incredibly Professional and Understanding
Quite simply, I consider it fortunate that David was recommended to us. I firmly believe that no one else could have made the process of our mediation as seamless as David did. From the very beginning, he was accommodating, articulate, highly detailed, and demonstrated an immense knowledge of the law...
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Glad to have found David
I was naturally going through a very difficult time and was referred to David. I am very thankful for the referral and having the chance to meet David. He cares and knows both the NYC and Long Island courts very well. He is knowledgeable and understands the importance of time for his clients. Aside f...
Very glad to have had the chance to help!
Posted by Stephane | September 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Post-nuptial agreement.
We were referred to David's office, as we recently married and we wished to create a customized postnuptial agreement. David mediated and created a document that reflects both our values. He clearly helped us navigate the intricacies, the pros and cons, and handled topics that are often of a difficul...
Always happy to help!
Posted by Joni | October 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Wonderful to work with!
I worked with David on my prenuptial agreement. He was very professional, friendly and easy to work with. David was accessible and knowledgeable. He was able to answer all my questions in terms that were easy to understand and helped me to navigate new territory. I feel fully comfortable with the fin...
It was my pleasure to help, Joni. I wish you two all the best!
"I endorse this lawyer. I have served as opposing counsel with him on multiple prenuptial agreement matters. In each case, David was prepared, responsive, and focused on moving the matter forward without unnecessary delay. His drafting was clear, he negotiated in good faith, and he maintained a professional demeanor throughout. Even when our clients’ positions were far apart, he handled the discussions respectfully and worked toward practical resolutions. Based on my experience, David is a competent practitioner who represents his clients effectively and treats opposing counsel professionally."
"I heartily endorse David in the fields of family and divorce law. I have worked alongside David in a few matters and have consulted him on numerous other matters. I have consistently found him to be conscientious, empathetic, and extremely knowledgeable. Not only will I continue to rely on his expertise in the years ahead, I will also recommend him to any person in need of superlative family or divorce counsel."
"David Gross served as the opposing attorney on a complex and somewhat contentious divorce. The parties were very angry and emotional. Things could have spiraled out of control but thanks in large part to David's calm demeanor and excellent skills as a divorce attorney he helped bring the case to an amicable resolution for all parties. As a level headed but fierce advocate, David is an asset not just to his clients but to the matrimonial bar in general."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an incredibly bright, articulate and honorable attorney. He fights hard for his clients and succeeds in obtaining excellent results for them."
"David Gross is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is intelligent and extremely ethical. I highly endorse David Gross."
"I have known Mr. Gross for approximately seven years, and refer any matrimonial/divorce clients to him. He is always prompt in responding to any questions they may have, and is always professional and courteous. I fully endorse Mr. Gross without hesitation. He is an excellent attorney and a great contact to have."
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Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2020 - Present
Partner, Gemelli Gross Shapiro & Marino
2018 - 2020
Partner, Gemelli Gross & Dujmic
2006 - 2018
Senior Associate, John A. Gemelli, P.C.
Member
Member
2006
J.D.
2003
B.A.
2024
Equitable Distribution and Matrimonial Case Update
2023
Equitable Distribution and Matrimonial Case Update
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