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For more than 20 years, I've practiced in New York's family courts. I founded Perlmutter Law Firm PC in 2008, and I handle family law matters in Queens Family Court and Queens County Supreme Court.
Before opening my firm, I spent almost five years with the NYC Administration for Children's Services, Family Court Legal Services, in Queens County. There I represented the City and its contracted agencies in child abuse and neglect cases. I was promoted to team leader, supervising a team of attorneys, consulting on thousands of cases, and carrying my own caseload. That experience gives me a practical understanding of how these cases are built and how to respond to them.
Today I represent both adults and children through the Assigned Counsel Plan in Queens Family Court. I'm also privately retained on family and matrimonial matters, including:
• Custody and visitation
• Child support and paternity
• Family offenses and orders of protection
• Divorce and matrimonial matters
• Abuse and neglect proceedings
• Foster care litigation
• Juvenile delinquency
• Termination of parental rights
• Adoption
I earned my law degree from Hofstra University School of Law, where I participated in the Child Advocacy Clinic, and my undergraduate degree from the University at Albany. I was admitted to the New York Bar in 2003. I'm a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Queens County Bar Association. Recognized by Super Lawyers in 2026.
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Acquired: 2003
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155-03 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY, 11432-3826
9 Client Reviews
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Posted by John | December 29, 2025
Ethical Concerns Regarding Custody Litigation Involving Abuse Claims
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
Great lawyer and true gentlemen.
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 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
You are in excellent hands!
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
Visitation case assistance
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 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney
ACS case and custody case
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
2026
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008 - Present
Owner & Principal Attorney, Perlmutter Law Firm
2004 - 2008
Attorney, NYC Administration for Children's Services
2019 - Present
Queens County Bar Association Family Court CommitteeCo Chairman
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