Divorce-it's not about destruction...There are three process options to choose from: Collaborative Divorce, Mediation and Litigation.
For over 25 years, my legal career has been focused exclusively in the area of Divorce and Family Law. I represent clients in all aspects of divorce and family law matters, including divorce, custody, parenting schedules, support, equitable distribution, pre- and postnuptial agreements, and post-judgment proceedings.
Sadly, the word "divorce" has become synonymous with "destruction." But it does not have to be that way. I believe that divorce can and should be a process of restructuring the financial and parental aspects of a family unit in the most cost effective way with the least amount of emotional distress as possible. To that end, my practice focuses on collaborative divorce, mediation, and negotiated settlement in litigated matrimonial cases as highly effective alternatives to adversarial litigation.
My goal is to ensure that my client's interests are heard, understood and acknowledged so that the work of restructuring can occur and a fair settlement can be reached as early as possible.
A strong advocate for families, I am certified in mediation from the Ackerman Institute for the Family and highly trained in Collaborative Interdisciplinary Practice from the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals. I am also a Special Master for the Nassau County Supreme Court, appointed by Judges to assist in resolving highly contentious matrimonial cases before trial.
In addition to my professional legal experience, I am active in fundraising, philanthropy and community work through several organizations, including Girls Inc., Long Island, The Junior Welfare League of Huntington, The Safe Center, Hofstra University’s Women in Leadership Initiative, and the Energeia Partnership at Molloy College.
Practice areas
Whether you seek collaborative divorce, mediation or litigation, Kim represents clients in all aspects of divorce and family law matters including, custody, parenting time schedules, spousal maintenance, child support, distribution of assets, pre-nuptial and post- nuptial agreements, as well as post –judgment proceedings.
32 years
Languages spoken
English
Kim M. Ciesinski, Esq.,PLLC ADR Law
600 Old Country Rd Rm 310
Garden City, NY, 11530-2010
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 1990 | 07/09/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Judge Gail Prudenti Top Women in Law Award | Hofstra University Center for Children, Families and the Law | 2016 |
Leadership in Law | Long Island Business News | 2016 |
Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business | Long Island Business News | 2016 |
Top Legal Eagle | Long Island Pulse Magazine | 2011 |
Top Legal Eagle | Long Island Pulse Magazine | 2010 |
AV rating | Martindale-Hubbell | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | Kim M. Ciesinski, Esq., PLLC - ADR Law | 2017 - Present |
Partner | Schwartz & Ciesinski, LLP | 2013 - 2017 |
Attorney | Tabat, Cohen, Blum & Yovino, LLP | 2011 - 2013 |
Attorney | DiMascio & Associates,LLP | 2009 - 2011 |
Principal | Law Office of Kim M. Ciesinski | 1997 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Girls Inc., of Long Island | Board of Directors | 2014 - Present |
Nassau County Women's Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Member | 2012 - Present |
Hofstra University Women in Leadership Iniative | 2011 - Present | |
New York Association of Collaborative Professionals | 2010 - Present |
New York State Bar Association | 2009 - Present | |
Nassau County Bar Association | 1990 - Present | |
Suffolk County Bar Association | 1990 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Remarkable Press | Stress-Free Divorce Volume 03: Conversations With Leading Divorce Professionals | 2017 |
New York Law Journal | Collaborative Divorce: A Process Option Whose Time Has Come | 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Molloy College | Trustee | 2016 |
N.Y.U. Heyman Center For Philanthropy and Fundraising | Fundraising and Philanthropy | 2009 |
Ackerman Institute For The Family | Mediation certifcation | 2009 |
Hofstra University School of Law | J.D. | 1989 |
Hofstra University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1986 |
New York Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Collaborative Law certification | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Law You Should Know | Alternatives to Divorce Litigation | 2017 |
Let's Talk Divorce Series with Stewart Andrew Alexander | Collaborative Divorce | 2017 |
CISCO Women of Impact Conference | Women of Impact | 2015 |
Hauppauge Industrial Association's Executive Breakfast | Women of Influence | 2014 |
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Lloyd Friedland, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 12, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kim is an excellent attorney who possesses qualities of professionalism and advocacy.
Maxine Last, Mediation Attorney on Apr 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kim is top notch. Not only is she professional and experienced but she is compassionate and caring as well.
Warren Hoffman, Family Attorney on Apr 5, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kim is an excellent honest attorney
Irene Angelakis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 17, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Kim is an incredible attorney. I have had the privilege of working with her on a number of cases and have seen first hand how knowledgeable she is and how dedicated she is to her clients.
Somair Alam, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 13, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kim is a very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to her clients' success.
Gary Tabat, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kim is an extremely knowledgeable and competent attorney, and she works very hard for her clients. She is also honest and honorable in her dealings with other attorneys, and her goal is to fairly settle a case after all necessary discovery is completed for her client. These qualities have made Kim well respected in the community of matrimonial attorneys, so I highly endorse her.
Elena Greenberg, Family Attorney on Mar 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kim and I have had many cases together. She is bright, talented, and highly ethical. Each and every experience has been a joy. I have recommended her, and always with great results!
Andrew Blum, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 12, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I have known Kim for a number of years. I have always found her to be a consummate professional. She is knowledgeable and prepared...and she truly cares about her clients. While Kim tries to take a pragmatic and reasonable approach to all of her cases, she nonetheless vigorously litigates on behalf of her clients when necessary. I endorse this lawyer.