Howard Bruce Leff

Howard Bruce Leff

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 46 years

Family Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

1140 Franklin Ave, Suite 208, Garden City, NY

About Howard

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 25%

When representing clients over the last 38 years, my "motto" is & has always been "firm but fair". As an attorney, I have tried hundreds of matrimonial & family law cases, but I'm most proud of having settled thousands of them during that same time.

47 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 46 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1979

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

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1140 Franklin Ave, Suite 208, Garden City, NY, 11530-2903

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Howard Bruce Leff's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cathryn | August 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

The Perfect Lawyer

Just save yourself the trouble of looking any further and hire Howard. He is a caring, compassionate realist who won't waste your time. His staff is wonderful to work with and their work is timely and professional. My husband and I hired Howard after a nasty custody battle for the follow up child su...pport issue. We live in Virginia and had hired a different attorney to represent us in the custody piece, which was a huge mistake. At first Howard hesitated to take our case until digging into the law a bit, and then he was on a mission. His gusto was refreshing, as other Long Island lawyers were unwilling to take our fight, that New York could not modify an out-of-state child support order. Long story short, Howard dug his heels in and we won the case, and he did it with a style that made every other New York attorney we worked with over the preceding three years look like garbage. Howard always made himself available to us, and he is a fighter. I cannot recommend this man enough. I know if Howard had been our lawyer for our custody case, we would have custody of my step-daughter.

Posted by Charles | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Outstanding Attorney

Howard is knowledgeable, professional, and knew exactly what strategy would work to get the best possible outcome in my child support case. Howard addressed all of my concerns in a candid, respectful manner, and kept me informed every step of the way. He was accessible at any time to answer all of ...my questions. Howard Leff truly is a man of integrity; highly confident, genuine, and dedicated to his client and their best interest. Five Star Attorney!

Posted by Adam | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

had my best interests in mind

i was looking for a knowledgeable, professional divorce lawyer with my best interests in mind. i got that plus someone who was actually concerned with me during an arduous time. I was never pawned off to a "sub" attorney and he always got back to me right away no matter how silly my concerns might of... been at the time. I always knew he had my back.

Posted by Carolina | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

My very own bodyguard

Before hiring Howard I interviewed around 6 lawyers to handle my custody and divorce cases, and I’m very glad I found Howard. My ex is a narcissist and Howard always got my back. Howard would answer every call, text and email. He is very dedicated, professional and trustworthy lawyer. He is also extr...emely patient and understanding of the emotions and frustrations of going through divorce. There were times when I thought this will never come to an end and because of him I got everything I requested. He was my very own guardian angel and I can’t thank him enough for everything he did for me and my daughter. How lucky was I to have found him!!!

Posted by Kathy | February 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Howard Leff

Howard has handled all the details of my divorce and post-divorce proceedings over more than 9 years. As a result, I think of Howard as more of a friend than my attorney. With his compassion for and knowledge for family law, he has guided me through the toughest journey of my life. I had the ass...urance that he was always just a phone call or an email away at all times. His staff was always helpful too. He gave me confidence and guidance and coached me every step of the way to prepare me for court and especially the trial we had. Howard has the respect of all his colleagues in and out of the court room. Howard is so detailed oriented and so prepared when he is in the court room, that he does not miss a beat. He is a quick thinker and nothing takes him by surprise because he prepares himself and his clients with such efficiency for the court room. He has been so knowledgeable and professional through all my litigations ( the divorce and the two contempt motions) that he literally knew more about my case than I did. He always thoroughly researched the law pertaining to my case and with his knowledge and expertise of family law, he always made me feel confident and secure at all times. So if you want an attorney who is going to pay attention to every detail of your case with compassion and expertise, then Howard is your Man!!!!

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, focused and caring attorney. Dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Richard Ford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Howard is a dedicated and hard working attorney. I have worked on several files as opposing counsel. He represents his clients zealously and I have the utmost professional respect for him."

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Lisa Weinberger

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"After working with Howard on a number of cases, the thing that stands out most is how much Howard truly cares for his clients. Howard is always professional and is greatly respected by his colleagues. Working with Howard has, without a doubt, made me a better attorney."

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Christopher Chimeri

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Leff and I have handled cases of some measure of complexity and I view him as a colleague, more than an adversary. Howard is extremely professional, bright far beyond the average lawyer, and is generally known as one of the most prepared trial lawyers in the Courthouse. In addition, he is never afraid to advocate aggressively for a client when need be."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

2013 - Present

New York Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

New York City Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County

Past President

2009 - 2012

Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County

Past Executive Committee

2007 - 2014

Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County

Board of Directors

Education

1978

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Continuing Legal Education

Electronic Evidence In Matrimonial Matters

2014

Continuing Legal Education

Business & Degree Valuations in Matrimonial Matters

2013

Continuing Legal Education

The New Grounds For Divorce Under The Domestic Relations Law

Languages

English

Activity

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