Howard Bruce Leff

I retained Howard when my children were 4 months old. It was the most stressful time of my life. From the beginning he didn't lie to me, he didn't tell me what he thought I 'wanted' to hear, he told me what to expect as an outcome. He was realistic. He treated me like a normal person, not like I ...was just someone who was paying him to do a service. I have heard many people complain that their attorney didn't respond to them in a timely manner or call them back. Howard always called back, and he didn't block his number. I had to retain him a second time, six years later, to fight for child support and arrears. Nothing was different, except that I felt like I'd know him too long. But kidding aside. We won that case. What makes Howard different from other attorneys. He's honest, even if its not exactly what you want to hear. He's actually calming when you are in a stressful situation. He's funny, which doesn't seem like a big deal, but when you are stressed out sitting in a court room, wanting to cry, it actually helps. But most of all, he is incredibly smart and knows the law. I hope I never have to hire him again. But for anyone looking for a great attorney, he would be someone I highly recommend.

Howard Leff came highly recommended to me, after my 3 ring circus of a divorce with a very inexperienced lawyer. After my divorce was finalized in July 2012, my ex-husband served me with bogus accusations in a custody case. I wanted the best lawyer for this and Howard certainly was that. He is ext...remely knowledgeable of matrimony and custody laws. He listens to his client and their family and prepares them for court. He would prefer to settle things out of court, which saves his client a lot of money, but he is ready for the challenge and the fight of a trial, if need be. He is very thorough and doesn't let anything slip by him. He keeps track of his client's paperwork and tells them everything they need to know. His client is number 1 to him. My custody case took a year to close, (not his nor my fault, but the ex's fault). During this time, Howard proved over and over that my ex-husband and his lawyer lied about everything and they couldn't even keep track of their lies and they would contradict themselves over and over. The judge was not pleased with them, but Howard was Golden and so was I. Howard was right there by my side the entire time. He would return my calls and emails promptly. My 21 year old daughter interrogated him to make sure he passed her test to protect her siblings and he gladly answered her, respected her and listened to her concerns. A couple of years later I asked Howard to represent me in Support Court to ensure that my support payments are controlled by the State. He was right by my side again and I would chose no one else ever, but Howard. He is an experienced, knowledgeable, quick thinker, organized and a smooth talker.....The Best in New York!!!

Howard represented me in my divorce and subsequent child custody case. He garners the respect of his colleagues in and out of the courtroom. His vast knowledge and experience in the field of matrimonial and family law is unsurpassed. My ex in laws and ex wife purchased a house . At that time I had ...given closing costs with the promise of my name being added to the property. Years later my marriage was ending when I had found out at clerks office my name was no where to be found!! My unique case brought me to Howard. Howard had fought my ex s attorneys hard. Got my ex in laws to reveal their lies in depositions and I won my rights to my home. Unfortunately my ex had a fire at the marital residence while w my son. Than came the battle again with my ex to rebuild a home not in my name. Howard guided me through a difficult legal battle but I got my home rebuilt. Than sued with Howard and won custody of my infant son . We went home shortly thereafter to our new home and new beginning. Even after case closed Howard was still there if I had important questions. My case was a legal challenge that Howard handled effortlessly always professional always ethical and always knowledgeable of the law. He loves a challenge especially. Advocates for law changes where he can. Also when possible always try's to settle out of court first try to save his clients money. I have referred him 2 clients to date and always will mention his name if occasion rises in the future. In my opinion he is the best Matrimonial and Family law attorney. Thank you , Howard for always bringing your A - game. You are in good hands with Howard B Leff .