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Amy Sklar

4.8
18 reviews
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Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 44 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Williston Park, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +4 more

2 Hillside Avenue, Bldg. C, Williston Park, NY

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

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.

46 years

25%
Family 20%

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.

46 years

20%
Child Custody 15%

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.

46 years

15%
Uncontested Divorce 15%

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.

46 years

15%
Alimony 10%

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.

46 years

10%
Child Support 10%

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.

46 years

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

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.

46 years

5%

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Awards

Silver Client Champion
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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Client's Choice
Client's Choice 2016

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 44 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Capetola & Divins, PC

2 Hillside Avenue, Bldg. C, Williston Park, NY, 11596

capetoladivinslaw.com
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Amy Sklar's Reviews

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Posted by Demi | July 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Simply the best!

Amy Sklar knows her stuff and she will fight for you as if she were fighting for herself! You will not get that with an other lawyer trust me! She is a pitbull in heels and a godsend after she had to clean up the mess from my prior lawyer... she's simply the best

Posted by Lori | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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The most amazing Attorney!

I will never forget the day I walked into Amy Sklar’s office for a consultation. At that moment my life seemed like it was falling apart. I was about to be a single mother with a 6month old. Her words verbatim; “You have to trust the process, I will be here for you, this will not be easy and I can’...t promise you will get everything you want but we will be close to it.” Amy is extremely knowledgeable, honest, her response time is quick, things are completed on time, she is professional and well respected in the industry. Most importantly she genuinely cares about you and will fight for what she believes in. I ended up getting EVERYTHING I wanted, my life would not be where it is today if it wasn’t for Amy Sklar and her staff. Since then I have referred two clients to her who all feel the same. We love you Amy! Don’t bother looking elsewhere!

Posted by Drusilla | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Expert Navigator

I am very fortunate to have finally found Amy Sklar. She served as my counsel in a very difficult and contentious divorce. Amy quickly grasped the situation and expertly resolved each and every issue with intelligence, fairness, and unsurpassed expertise. She is a master in navigating through this ...beleaguered archaic legal system. She guides her office staff in working expeditiously to get things done. More importantly, Amy Sklar is someone with a loving heart and a graceful touch who shows she really cares. Thank you for changing my life for the better!

Posted by anonymous | November 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

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Phenomenal Attorney

Amy was definitely heaven sent! She was hired immediately after I consulted with her in regard to a child custody matter. She has ultimately represented me on a few matters. I have nothing but high regards for this attorney as well as her team who are also great. She is very professional, trustworth...y, reliable, accessible, personable, very knowledgeable of family law and the circumstances that instigate judicial interventions; I can say so much more but she is all around phenomenal not just because all my matters ended in my favor, but I can tell that this is her calling because she does her job so well.

Posted by Ben | May 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Great Experience

Amy was fantastic. She took control of a difficult situation and got me everything I was hoping for in a quick and efficient manner. She totally out-lawyered the other party. Homerun!

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Amy Sklar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Itamar Levy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked on a joint matter with Amy. She is an excellent matrimonial attorney and highly recommended her."

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Joshua Kittenplan

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

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

2017

Top Attorneys of North America, Who's Who

Work Experience

2008 - 2011

Associate, The Barbara Law Firm

1985 - 2008

Managing Partner, The Law Office of Amy Sklar

Associations

1985 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1980

Hofstra University School of Law

Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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