Jacqueline Harounian

Jacqueline Harounian

also known as Wisselman Harounian Family Law

4.5
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Carle Place, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

346 Westbury Avenue, Suite 200, Carle Place, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016
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About Jacqueline

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Prenuptial agreements, separation agreements, divorce litigation, mediation, high net worth matters involving experts.

30 years

50%
Family 50%

Orders of protection, paternity matters, child-support and child custody hearings, fertility law, pet law

30 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Jacqueline Harounian

346 Westbury Avenue, Suite 200, Carle Place, NY, 11514

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Jacqueline Harounian's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2014 | Family

Trusworthy Attorney who gets the Job Done.

Jacqueline Harounian was thorough and gave direct instructions at every phase of our case. Throughout the process she was responsive to my questions and concerns. She gave logical and procedural feedback. Her knowledge of the law had a direct POSITIVE impact on how the case was settled.Jacqueline was... organized, prepared, honest, truthful, trustworthy, responsive, informative, professional, courteous and compassionate. I thank god I found her and will be forever grateful for getting the case Dismissed.I would Recommend her to family and friends that are in need of a family law attorney.

Posted by Lisa | May 15, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

"An Excellent Attorney"

Jackie Harounian is by far the" BEST ATTORNEY " I have ever met. Her Style, Her Class, Her Knowledge and Understanding of the Law, as well as Her Compassion for her clients is the "Elite" in the industry. Going through a divorce is tough enough, having children in a divorce is really tough, but havi...ng a child with "Special Needs" and going through a divorce is beyond words. Unfortunately my previous attorney in my divorce, did not handle or represent my child and I in a way that would secure what we were entitled to by law. Once my divorce was finalized and my ex-husband did not comply with any and all of the Court Orders that were put into place, I knew I was left with no choice but to find an "Excellent Attorney" to correct the situation and properly represent me. Jackie, along with Lisa Gardner Associate Attorney and Jessica Fitzpatrick Paralegal have taken the time and all measures to ensure that any and all legal issues that were incorrectly handled in the past, were now being addressed with the court. They have answered every question one could possibly ask with regards to my case. Jackie and her team have returned every phone call, every email and every fax that I have sent to each of them, and believe me, there were many! The first time Jackie and I appeared in court there was a major snow storm on its way. I called and asked Jackie if we were canceling, Jackie said "Are you kidding? Court is open, we are going in!" Well not only did we go into Court and wait for what seemed like forever, the "Snow Storm" started and we were not called into the Court Room until the end of the day...Yes Jackie Harounian and I were the very last Attorney/Client to leave the building...it took several hours to return home in the storm due to weather conditions, but Jackie didnt care. She made sure that everything we needed to do that day in Court was taken care of. I must mention that Lisa Gardner, Jackie's Associate Attorney along with Jessica Fitzpatrick , Jackie's Paralegal are the "Most Loyal and Dedicated Associate Attorney/Paralegal " I have met, not to mention have ever heard of. They know every detail of your case, and when they tell you they were check and advise you, they mean it! I "HIGHLY' recommend Jackie Harounian and her Associates to represent you, especially in such situations where your divorce can be very complicated.

Posted by Susan | January 29, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

A Blessing !

The day I walked into Jackie's office to seek help ending my 32 year marriage on behalf of my own happiness and serenity was nothing short of a divine connection that would send many blessings into my world then as well as now. Jackie's mixture of legal brilliance and spiritual gentleness on behalf ...of her clients helps the difficult journey of loss become transformed into hope. She helps her clients re-map their future with gratitude, direction and purpose to embrace sound decisions and fair negotiations which eliminate unnecessary pain and expense. The entire staff supporting her offered a "nurturing energy" making the moments so much more comfortable as one makes their way through the emotional haze of changing the dynamics of the life they are leaving behind. With full heart I am so very grateful for Jackie's protection and direction...."winning" for me an amazing outcome both financially as well as personally which enabled me to see and set the critical priorities necessary for a life joyfully lived after divorce.

Posted by Syeda Ahmed | July 19, 2013 | Child Custody

Custody battle won

Seeking legal counsel from Ms. Harounian was literally a turning point in my life. Through her compassionate and specific advice, I got back almost everything that I was about to lose- my children and my self respect. Ms. Harounian is an expert in her field, who despite her demanding and hectic sched...ule, manages to answer emails and take calls, from humblest of clients. As people, we may fail to get justice from one another, and go to Family Court to fight endlessly in civil litigation. And in our plight to punish the people who wronged us, we eventually also punish ourselves each day by being reminded of the past and carrying it into the present. We forget what really matters as we fail to see the future that we would rather work towards creating for ourselves. Ms. Harounian's neutral and honest legal counsel made me realize that settling a miserable custody battle can be a healthier life choice in light of the whole family's benefit. We cannot undo mistakes we were partly responsible for, but with the right advice, we can prioritize what is important and focus on what we should move forward with. Ms. Harounian taught me all of this. I wish Ms. Harounian and her firm only greater prosperity and success, and I personally wish her continued love, wisdom, and progress. She is a leader I look up to with admiration. In these modern days, there is a name and classification for everything. All I can say is my family and I are grateful to this lady who showed us the way. Ms. Harounian's representation of me cannot be quantified by her retainer, she is far more superior and I would say that the peace she instilled into my life is priceless. I am confident that there are many clients who feel exactly the same way as I do, and i want to end by saying "I love you Jackie. Thank you for helping me get my kids back".

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Jacqueline Harounian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Byron Divins

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"The consummate professional. Jackie was a zealous advocate for her client and a pleasure to work with. Her arguments were well reasoned as she looked for a reasonable solution to a difficult case. She has a sharp intellect which should comfort anyone seeking counsel. You are in good hands with Jackie"

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Janet Esagoff

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jackie as a consummate professional in the field of matrimonial and family law. She is tenacious as she is compassionate. A fine attorney and mediator."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Suspension issued in NY, 2016

updated on 06/12/2024

Suspended 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.

Jacqueline’s comment:

“Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions about my temporary suspension in 2016. It resulted from a 2005 real estate closing I handled for a family member, and is unrelated to my family law practice. After an investigation, I returned to practice and remain in good standing. As of 2024, I am rated AV Preeminent for ethics (the highest rating), and a 2024 Super Lawyer. I am proud to lead the New York State Women's Bar Matrimonial committee.”

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Highest Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2024

Super Lawyer in New York Family Law, Thompson Reuters

2024

Top Women Lawyers, New York Magazine

2024

Tier One Matrimonial Firm, Best Lawyers

2023

Tier One Matrimonial Firm, Best Lawyers

2023

Top Law Firm, US News and World Report

2022

Trailblazer in Family Law, The National Law Journal

2021

Leadership in Law (Partner of Firm), Long Island Business News

2019

Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Fortune52 Power Woman, Long Island Press

2018

Humanitarian Award for Work with Victims of Domestic Violence, UJA

2017

Access to Justice Champion for Pro Bono Service, Nassau County Bar Association

2016

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyers

2016

Access to Justice Champion for Pro Bono Service, Nassau County Bar Association

2015

Top 50 Women in the State of New York, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyers

2015

Top in Business, Long Island Business News

2014

Best Divorce Attorney on Long Island, Long Island Press

2014

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyers

2014

Woman of Valor, Hadassah

2013

Top 50 Women Lawyers in the State of New York, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyers

2010

40 Under 40, Long Island Business News

2009

Super Lawyer in New York for Family Law, Super Lawyer

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Managing Partner, Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, PC

Associations

2021 - Present

WBASNY

Delegate to State Bar Association Matrimonial Committee

2021 - Present

Westbury Chamber of Commerce

Board of Trustees

2019 - Present

Nassau County Women's Bar Association

Chair of Matrimonial Committee

2019 - Present

Center for the Women of New York

Board of Directors

2018 - Present

Long Island Crisis Center

Board of Trustees

2018 - Present

New York State Women's Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

UJA Business Professionals

Chair

2017 - Present

UJA Hope Against Domestic Violence Committee

Board Member

2010 - Present

The Safe Center

Volunteer Attorney

2007 - Present

Columbia College ARC

Member

2014 - 2016

Yashar Hadassah

President of the Lawyers and Judges Chapter

Sample of Legal Cases

Mizrahi v. Mizrahi

Divorce matter remanded back to Supreme Court

Woodard v. Koegler

Affirmed in favor of our client

Kerrigan adv. Kerrigan

Decision on divorce trial upheld on appeal.

Robert adv. Robert

Successfully appealed counsel fee award

Bartolo adv. Bartolo

Successfully appealed counsel fee award

Ponti adv. Ponti

Father awarded custody of 11 year old

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Education

2017

State University of New York, College at Oswego

Graduate Degree (Certificate) in Behavioral Forensics

1994

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Columbia College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Annual Meeting

Tax Issues, Expert Witnesses and Divorce

2021

Annual Meeting

Cultural Issues of Divorce

2019

2019 Annual Convention in Savannah Georgia

CLE on Religious Divorce

2018

Professional Series

Tax Law and Divorce

2018

Civil Rights Committee

Changes in New York Family Law / Religious Divorce

Publications

2020

Linkedin Press Networked (Amazon Bestseller)

2016

Available on Amazon Divorce Reality Check by Jacqueline Harounian

Languages

Farsi

Activity

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