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Catherine May Co is the founder of Catherine May Co & Associates, specializing in Divorce and Family Law, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, and Immigration Law. She holds an AV rating, the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell, and has been named a Super Lawyer, recognizing her as one of the top attorneys in her field. Catherine is AVVO rated 10 out of 10 and has been honored with the Woman of Distinction award from the New York State Assembly. In 2024, she received the Super Lawyer award from the Nassau County Legislature and a certificate of recognition from the Town of Hempstead. She has also been nominated as Long Island's Best Lawyer for 2025 by Bethpage Federal Credit Union.
Languages:
English, Filipino-Tagalog, Chinese-Mandarin
Practice Areas:
Areas of Practice
» Matrimonial and Family Law
» Criminal Law
» Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
» Immigration
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21 years
21 years
21 years
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State: New York
Acquired: 2006
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Fax
479 Merrick Road, Lynbrook, NY, 11563
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Posted by Jeffrey | October 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I hired Catherine for a custody relocation matter when my ex-partner wanted to move out of state with our daughter. Catherine fought hard to protect my parental rights, ensuring that our custody arrangement remained fair and in the best interest of our child.
Posted by Sandra | October 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Catherine successfully represented me in a child support modification case. She was thorough in gathering evidence, ensuring that the new child support payments reflected my current financial situation. Her knowledge of family law was impressive, and I felt supported every step of the way.
Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Catherine Co recently assisted me in petitioning for Letters Testamentary. Throughout the process, she was very responsive, professional & knowledgeable, and I highly recommend her legal services.
Posted by Paris | December 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I initially reached out to Ms. Co for a consultation regarding divorce and I appreciated her honesty which led to me hiring her. She was always responsive to any questions and made time for me. Very transparent and worth every penny.
Posted by Fabian | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
My ex took my child to Ecuador and I attempted to pick up my child and got held by Ecuadorian authorities. I finally got back to New York and hired Catherine. It took 3 months with the Department of State, Family Court, Supreme Court all involved. I look back and now am very thankful that I have m...
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Very experienced and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help."
"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer, as she is an experienced attorney who strongly advocates for her client's best interests."
"Catherine is outstanding - a tough advocate, but also one who tries to find the best way out for all parties. A very skilled litigator."
"With a great track record of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Co is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in his area of expertise, she is your answer."
"I make my unreserved recommendation and endorsement for Catherine May Co. I continue to work with Catherine through the years and I must say that she will only work towards realizing the best interests of her clients. Her knowledge and expertise over sundry areas of law, which include interstate and international matters, are broad and well founded. She instills confidence among colleagues and clients alike. Her multidisciplinary leanings, combined with her hard working character, are manifest. I have no doubt that Catherine will continue to make her mark in the legal profession, be it an in-state, federal, or out-of-state matter.."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 16
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"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine May Co is an experienced and very competent attorney. I have known her for years and recommend and refer all of my firm's bankruptcy matters to her."
"I endorse Catherine. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney May Co's answers on AVVO are sound and well reasoned. She is also well respected in her community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Ms. Co on numerous matters and have found her to exemplify the highest level of competency, diligence, reliability, professionalism, and advocacy that any client could want from their lawyer. She has an easy rapport with her clients, is very approachable and communicates personally with each client. I give Ms. Co my strongest endorsement"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Co is a dedicated contributor to Avvo and an asset to the legal community."
"Catherine truly is an outstanding and amazing attorney who takes pride representing her clients to the fullest. Her knowledge of the law in matrimonial matters, bankruptcy, immigration or civil litigation has made her very well known and respected in the legal community. Her passion and dedication inspires and motivates her to zealously fight for her clients getting them the results they want. Anybody looking for an attorney should strongly consider her. I strongly encourage you to do so and I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
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2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
America's Most Honored Lawyers Top 1% -2020, The American Registry
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyers New York Metro Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 40 Under 40 Bankruptcy Lawyers, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top Rated Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Women Attorneys Rising Stars in Metro New York, The New York Times
2015
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40 Bankruptcy Lawyer, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
2014 Global Who's Who, Global Who's Who
2014
Real Estate Broker, NYS Division of Licensing
2014
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2014
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2010
Attorney Admission, US Court of Appeals for 2nd Circuit
2009
Part 36 Guardian Ad Litem, Office of Court Adminstrator
2008
Attorney Admission, US District Court of Sourthern District of NY
2007
Attorney Admission, US District Court Eastern District of NY
2007 - 2009
Associate, Law Offices of Elliot Schlissel
2006 - 2007
Associate, Roman & Singh, LLP
2017 - Present
Woodmere Republican ClubPresident
2015 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2006 - Present
Queens Bar AssociationMember
Discharge Granted
Relocation granted to Arizona
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Immigration Options for Physical Therapists
Mandarin
Tagalog
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