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Most divorces start as contested matters but upon settlement they become uncontested cases. However, all cases are handled as if they are going to trial as a contested case. having an experienced trial attorney is important in contested matters.
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Although Family Court matters can be handled by the parties without attorneys, navigating the Court system without a professional can be intimidating and if handled improperly can negatively affect the outcome of a party's case.
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Child custody disputes are the most expensive and anxiety ridden areas for parties in divorce, post divorce or Family Court matters. Parties considering child custody fights should feel confident with their choice of attorney as to their competency in the law, their availability to the client and their ability to demonstrate compassion for the client.
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Uncontested divorces come about after both parties have resolved the issues between them. Once those issues have been resolved proceeding to an uncontested divorce is doable with speed only if the law firm you hire is well versed in the requirements of the Courts and the Court clerks. It always is better to hire a firm that has a good track record in getting the paperwork through with ease.
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In New York "alimony" is actually spousal maintenance and support. The various elements necessary to secure maximum results either as the payor or the payee require an experienced attorney.
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Child support is not only an issue to litigate or resolve as part of a divorce but is also an issue regarding increases and reductions post divorce. In addition, child support is also an issue litigated in Family Court if the facts of the particular situation does not involve a divorce either by choice or in the event the parents involved were never married. Choose your attorney wisely so that you can be assured to receive the maximum or pay only that provided by law.
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Prenuptial agreements are quite effective where parties have considerable income and assets at the outset of their marriage. However, if not prepared properly they can be useless if and when they are needed to protect spouses rights and interests.
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The Law Office of Amy Sklar
100 Quentin Roosevelt Blvd.
Suite 210
Garden City, NY, 11530
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Inactive | 1983 | 12/20/2020 |
NY | Currently registered | 1981 | 12/09/2020 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Client Champion Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Outstanding Women in the Law | The Maurice A. Dean School of Law at Hofstra University | 2018 |
Pinnacle Professional Member | Continental Who's Who | 2018 |
Top Attorneys of North America | Who's Who | 2017 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Associate | The Barbara Law Firm | 2008 - 2011 |
Managing Partner | The Law Office of Amy Sklar | 1985 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Nassau County Bar Association | Member | 1985 - Present |
New York State Bar Association | Member | 1985 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1985 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Hofstra University School of Law | Juris Doctor | 1980 |
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Itamar Levy, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 9, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked on a joint matter with Amy. She is an excellent matrimonial attorney and highly recommended her.
Joshua Kittenplan, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Sep 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.