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Eric Perlmutter, Esq. founded the Perlmutter Law Firm in August 2008. Prior to opening the firm, Mr. Perlmutter spent almost 5 years at the New York City Administration for Children's Services in Queens County in the Family Court Legal Services Division, where he represented the City and its contracted agencies in cases involving abuse and neglect of children. He was eventually promoted to hold a position as a team leader, in which he supervised a team of lawyers, consulted on thousands of cases and maintained his own robust caseload. Mr. Perlmutter took his knowledge of the child werfare system in New York City and of family law to represent families in need through the Assigned Counsel Plan and Law Guardian Panel, where he represents indigent individuals in all areas of family law, including abuse and neglect, custody, child support, visitation, orders of protection, paternity, foster care litigation and juvenile delinquency matters.
Mr. Perlmutter earned his law degree at Hofstra University School of Law School and participated in the Hofstra University Child Advocacy Clinic. He received his undergraduate degree at the University at Albany.
Mr. Perlmutter was admitted to the New York Bar in 2003 and is a member of the New York State Bar Association, New York County Bar Association and Nassau County Bar Association.
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155-03 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY, 11432-3826
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Posted by John | December 29, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
In my opinion, this attorney prioritizes fathers’ custody claims even when credible evidence of abuse is presented, and I believe this approach puts children at risk. Based on cases I’ve observed, this attorney appears to disregard documented abuse allegations in favor of an ideological agenda about...
Posted by eduardo | March 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Eric helped me through the worst time of my life. He is knowledgeable and knows what he is doing, but most importantly, he is kind, a gentleman with professionalism.....he took his time to explain how things work in court, helping me to navigate the process in an appropriate way....Another great thin...
Posted by Anthony | July 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Eric Perlmutter is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. From the moment I was introduced (he came recommended by a colleague in the legal field), I felt comfortable that I was in good hands. He explained all parts of the procedures and during one of the most tumultuous times, left me reassured. He...
Posted by Alyssa | April 24, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Eric Perlmutter helped my husband with a visitation case after months of not being able to see his kids. He was smart and strategic with all aspects of the case and has even gone above and beyond by making himself available for any questions or concerns we have had since. I would definitely recommend...
Posted by Ruwan | March 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Eric handled my ACS case and child custody case. He was able to establish my paternity and get rid of ACS. Then I had a custody case with the mother and I had Eric handled it. Eric is highly knowledgeble, well prepared and fully committed. I would highly recommend eric.
"I have worked with Eric for more than 10 years, and in the time that I have known him, he has been professional, trustworthy, responsive and extremely knowledgeable of the law, while remaining compassionate for his clients. Eric is an attorney I often contract to assist with my practice when I need additional help and he has always exhibited the utmost professionalism in representing our firm. I have called upon him for assistance in his areas of expertise and he is always quick to lend a hand. I would highly recommend Eric as an attorney and colleague."
"Eric Perlmutter is a strong advocate for his clients. He is always prepared and well versed in the field of family law. I highly recommend him."
"I have known Eric for over 10 years and he is an excellent attorney, well versed in both the law and courtroom procedure. He is a passionate, diligent, and fierce advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008 - Present
Managing Partner/Founder, Perlmutter Law Firm
2004 - 2008
Attorney, Administration Of Children's Services
2019 - Present
Queens County Bar Association Family Court CommitteeCo Chairman
2015 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Queens County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2017
New York City Bar AssociationMember
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English