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Amy Sklar

4.8
18 reviews
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Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 45 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

7

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

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

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Client's Choice 2016

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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This attorney has received at least 3 client reviews, and has an average score of 4.0 or higher.

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 45 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 43 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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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (7) Child Custody (5) Child Support (3) Family (3) Lawsuits & Disputes (2) Life Insurance (1)
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Advocacy (10) Case Results (10) Character & Conduct (7) General Knowledge (7) Practice Area Knowledge (7) Professionalism (7) Recommendation (7) Compassion (5) Responsiveness (5) Trustworthiness (4) Staff & Support (3) Communication Style (1) Cost of Services (1) Punctuality (1)

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Posted by Demi | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 anonymous | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptionally Talented Matrimonial Attorney

I hired Ms. Sklar to represent me during my divorce. She is an intelligent, kind lawyer who goes the extra mile for her clients. She answered my phone calls, emails and/or texts in a timely manner (even on the weekends and evenings). Her office staff is helpful, professional and courteous. Ms. Sk...lar treats her clients with respect and is empathetic to the difficult time they are going through. She is extremely knowledgeable regarding court proceedings and can keep up with the best of adversaries. I sat outside the court room on several occasions and was witness to the respect and praise that other attorneys had for Ms. Sklar; this in and of itself is a great testament to how she conducts herself in the courtroom. She may be kind and calming to her clients, but when necessary, in the presence of adversaries and a judge, Ms. Sklar is an experienced attorney who is confident, sharp, and well-versed in the law.

Posted by Loretta | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amy Sklar an excellent lawyer

Amy Sklar handled my legal separation in all fascets, including but not exclusive to child support, custodial, finances, and property. This is a woman who knows her business and matrimonial law. She was incredible through the separation and kept me calm, strong, and confident, when I was willing to g...ive into my ex spouses demands .I listened to her and he agreed to what I was asking for. Amy or her staff always answered my calls or emails in a timely matter. Amy Skalr is intelligent, knowledgeable, confident, both compassionate and passionate matrimonial attorney. I fully trust and would highly recommend Amy Sklar.

Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent attorney

Ms. Sklar was fantastic. She helped me during a very difficult time in my life. She is extremely knowledgable in family law. She was honest, attentitive, companionate as well as meticulous. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent and caring attorney

Both excellent and caring. Two things not normally found in attorneys. Long story short, Amy was able to resolve issues that other attorneys were incapable of. She is competent smart and realistic. I only wish I knew about her from the start. I would have retained her from the beginning of my divorce... and things would have worked out for me and my children as they should have. I had retained another attorney in the beginning and that attorney completely messed up my divorce. When I finally found Amy she was able to fix what she could from a poorly written stip that was submitted by my previous incompetent attorney. In the end, Amy was able to help my family and finally brought my divorce to finalization. Highly recommend Amy. Her staff is also great. Timely responses and always kind. Her office is really on top of things.

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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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