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Todd J. Zimmer
also known as Todd J. Zimmer & Associates, PC
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About Todd J. Zimmer
Todd J. Zimmer, Esq. is the founding and managing partner of Todd J. Zimmer & Associates, PC. Mr. Zimmer has extensive experience in the matrimonial and family law field as he has been in the practice of law for over thirty-three (33) years. Commencing shortly after his admission as an attorney within the State of New York and the Federal Courts, he has practiced exclusively in the areas of Matrimonial and Family Law.
Not only does Mr. Zimmer zealously advocate for clients in divorce and family court settlement negotiations, he also has extensive trial practice, as well as Appellate practice on matters that simply cannot be resolved amicably. Mr. Zimmer is an advocate for those in need and due to his hard work in this area, has been honored with a special recognition award from the Long Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence for his efforts in protecting the rights of battered and abused spouses. He has also received a Citation from the Islip Town Board and Suffolk County Executive Robert Gaffney for his work in the area of matrimonial and family law.
Mr. Zimmer is also an active member of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Committee, Suffolk County Bar Association Family Law Committee and the Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County. In addition, he authored the book "Divorce and You" which was published in 1998 by Jarrett Publishing Company and distributed across the country.
Todd J. Zimmer, Esq. was nominated by several former clients and voted by the people of Nassau and Suffolk Counties in 2009 and 2010 as "Best Divorce Attorney" in the Long Island Press as part of their "Best of Long Island" contest/vote. There were a dozen well known and respected nominees in this category. Mr. Zimmer place third in the overall voting on Long Island and first place in Suffolk County and he was honored at an awards ceremony in the early Spring of 2009.
As Mr. Zimmer has years of experience and his dedication to the matrimonial and family law field, he takes pride in representing each and every client zealously. The waiting room and several online review sites contain hundreds of complimentary notes from former clients stating that they were fully satisfied with their level of representation and the care and compassion shown to them by Mr. Zimmer and the staff at Zimmer, Mathiesen and Associates.
Honors & Publications:
- Power Lawyer Divorce Lawyer 2021
- Proclamation of Recognition for Work in Domestic Abuse, Nassau County Executive Issued Proclamation, 2012
- Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island - Long Island Press, 2010
- Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island - Long Island Press, 2009
- Divorce and You, Jarrett Publishing Company, 1998
- Certified Family Mediator, Haynes Divorce Mediation Training Institute, 1998
- Award in Recognition for Commitment to ending Domestic Violence, Suffolk County Coalition against Domestic Violence Certificate of Appreciation, 1998
- Annual Special Recognition Award of the LIWCADV, Long Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1997
- Legislative Citation of Recognition, Town of Islip, 1997
- Proclamation of Special Recognition, Suffolk County Executive Robert J. Gaffney, 1997
Admitted Courts:
- New York State, 1993
- United States Supreme Court, 1997
- United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, 1997
- United States Court of Federal Claims, 1997
- United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, 1997
Professional Associations:
- SUNY Oneonta Foundation Board of Directors, Director, 2014-Present
- Suffolk County Bar Association, 1990-Present
- New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section, Member, 1993-Present
- Suffolk County Matrimonial Lawyers Association, Distinguished Member, 1996-Present
- Suffolk County Bar Association Matrimonial & Family Law Committee, Member, 1997-Present
- Long Island Women’s Coalition, Inc., Honorary Board Member, 1997-Present
- VIBS Family Violence & Rape Crisis Center, Member, 1998-2001
Todd J. Zimmer & Associates, PC is is a full service matrimonial and family law firm serving all of Suffolk and Nassau County. There are several attorneys on staff, along with support staff to attend to the needs of our clients quickly and efficiently. All clients are treated with respect and are guided through the entire process step by step. This is your life, so you are a part of everything we do. Individualized attention and aggresive representation from the best law firm. Come visit us and see the difference.
Our firm is located at:
6080 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 319
Commack, New York 11725.
Telephone:
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Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
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Todd J. Zimmer & Associates, PC
6080 Jericho Turnpike,, Suite 319, Commack, NY, 11725
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Todd J. Zimmer's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (135)
Family (32)
Child Custody (29)
Lawsuits & Disputes (18)
Child Support (12)
Mediation (4)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Alimony (2)
Litigation (2)
Civil Rights (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Insurance (1)
LGBT+ Law (1)
Marriage & Prenuptials (1)
Real Estate (1)
Uncontested Divorce (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (95)
Advocacy (84)
Recommendation (79)
Professionalism (66)
Practice Area Knowledge (62)
Compassion (52)
Responsiveness (48)
Communication Style (44)
Character & Conduct (41)
Staff & Support (39)
General Knowledge (35)
Trustworthiness (31)
Cost of Services (19)
Punctuality (5)
Payment Plans (3)
Free Consultations (2)
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Posted by Amy | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Todd & Staff Were Great
From beginning to end, Todd and his office staff made my divorce process very smooth. Todd was professional, yet compassionate and not intimidating at all, as this was a difficult time in my life, he made the process less painful. The office kept me informed along the way , since during Covid, every...
Posted by Jaclyn | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Thank you Todd and Team!
I am so happy that I can finally write this review. I can only say good things about Todd and his staff. Throughout this process, Todd has been patient and kind. He has also always been realistic, which helped me manage my expectations and temper my panic. He is always responsive to urgent matter...
Posted by Katherine | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Top notch service
Divorce can be a scary and apprehensive process. Thankfully, Todd, Dale, and the whole team at Zimmer Matthiessen and Associates made this process straightforward. From the beginning I felt safe with them and they assured me I will be taken care of me and my girls. They did just that and more. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Stephanie Mathiesen
Stephanie is very professional, smart and knowledgeable. She dealt with me with a caring nature and understanding. Had calls to her with hurt and emotions and she talked with me and sometimes put me in my place. I trusted her through out this, as this was very difficult for me. Stephanie made ...
Posted by Vanessa | January 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Recommend this Firm
I’ve been working with Todd for several years and have even brought more family members to him. He takes care of things the way he promises to. It’s important to hire competent lawyers because they take the weight off your shoulders in a manner which only they know how to handle. The entire staff is...
Todd J. Zimmer's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Todd is a top notch attorney, well respected by clients and peers. His accolades for being one of if not the best family law attorney on Long Island are well deserved."
"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to his clients' success."
"I firmly believe that being successful in this particular field requires compassion, empathy a good heart. Combine that with creativity, zeal, and dignified strength and you have the perfect recipe for a quality matrimonial attorney. Todd encompasses all of these traits and as a young attorney, I am truly lucky to know him and strive to emulate that which makes him an asset to the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd is very knowledgeable in the field of matrimonial and family law and is an excellent attorney and great advocate for his clients."
"I have had a number of cases with Todd Zimmer and he has exhibited a high degree of knowledge and professionalism in all of my dealings with him. He is an excellent advocate for his client and very fair minded in his settlement negotiations. I am pleased to endorse him in the field of matrimonial law."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had several cases with Todd. He is knowledgeable of the law and takes a practical approach to resolving cases. He is very professional and works hard for his clients."
"I Had the privilege of working for Mr. Zimmer during law school from 2006-2008. The knowledge I gained from him was invaluable and has helped me be the attorney I am today."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Zimmer on several divorce cases. He is a true pleasure to work with. He is a strong advocate for his clients and is extremely knowledgeable on the law. He always works very hard to resolve his cases in a fair, honest and cost effective manner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very capable. A good advocate who is able to communicate and work successfully with opposing counsel in reaching a resolution."
"I endorse and recommend Todd J. Zimmer, Esq. for matrimonial and family law matters. I have had the opportunity to work closely with Todd on many matters, and can say from experience that he truly cares about the clients he represents. Not only is he compassionate, but he is also extremely knowledgeable about the law, which allows him to achieve optimal results for the clients who come into his office seeking guidance through the most difficult time in their lives."
"I highly endorse and recommend Todd. I have had the opportunity to work with and learn from him for nearly a decade. He zealously represents and advocates for his clients. His knowledge of the law and compassion for people help him to achieve results for clients during a very difficult time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd is wonderful through and through. I know him personally and professionally. His clients are in the very best of care. I trust Todd implicitly and know he is devoted to his practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd is a well respected matrimonial attorney in Long Island who provides excellent representation to his clients. As one can see from his client reviews they are very pleased with his work and results. I recommend Mr. Zimmer to any client in the area looking for a great attorney."
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Zimmer is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. I have found him to be very professional and dedicated to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. attorney Zimmer is one of the finest Divorce and Family law attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession, I highly recommend his legal services."
Patricia Issberner
Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Jun 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have watched Todd Zimmer work magic in the Courtroom. His trial skills are remarkable. He is excellent at working settlements as well. I find that he has an outstanding skill set that is wonderful at working with cases that are complex that need someone that is patient and understanding, yet when things need to get serious, Todd can be the person to get things done. I highly recommend this outstanding matrimonial attorney."
"I endorse Todd J. Zimmer, Esq. as a matrimonial and family law attorney. Todd is personable and well respected in the legal community. He possesses valuable insight and knowledge in his practice area. I highly recommend his legal services."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
"10 Best" Attorneys of 2020, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
"10 Best" Attorneys of 2020, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Nominated Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island, Long Island Press
2020
Martindale-Hubbell, Peer Review Rated
2020
Avvo Client's Choice Award, Avvo Client's Choice Award
2019
Nominated Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island, Long Island Press
2019
Avvo Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Top 100 Distinguished in the Field of Matrimonial & Family Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Lead Counsel Rated- Highest Rating, Lead Counsel
2015
Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters
2014
Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters
2012
Proclamation of Recognition for Work in Domestic Abuse, Nassau County Executive Issued Proclamation
2010
Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island, Long Island Press
2009
Best Divorce Lawyer, Best of Long Island, Long Island Press
1998
Award in recognition for commitment to ending domestic violence, Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence Certificate of Appreciation
1998
Certified Family Mediator, Haynes Divorce Mediation Training Institute
1997
Annual Special Recognition Award of the LIWCADV, Long Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence
1997
Proclamation of Special Recognition, Suffolk County Executive Robert J. Gaffney
1997
Legislative Citation of Recognition, Town of Islip
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Managing Partner, Zimmer, Mathiesen & Associates
1990 - 1992
CLE Director and Coordinator, New York State Bar Association
Associations
2016 - Present
Family Law AssociationTop Ten Customer Satisfaction
2014 - Present
SUNY Oneonta Foundation Board of DirectorsDirector
1997 - Present
SCBA Matrimonial & Family Law CommitteeActive Member
1997 - Present
United States Supreme CourtPractitioner
1997 - Present
Long Island Women's Coalition, Inc.Honorary Board Member
1997 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Federal CircuitPractitioner
1997 - Present
United States Court of Federal ClaimsPractitioner
1997 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed ForcesPractitioner
1996 - Present
Suffolk County Matrimonial Lawyers AssociationDistinguished Member
1993 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Family Law SectionActive Member
1993 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationActive Member
1990 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationActive Member
1998 - 2001
VIBS (Family Violence & Rape Crisis Center)Honorary Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Cooper v. Cooper
We won by proving in Court that the non-biological individuals rights were not violated after the end of the short term relationship where the child was too young to remember the relationship and same was in best interest of the child.
Bostinto v. Bostinto
Won case in Supreme Court of Suffolk County and also won on appeal after arguing case before the Appellate Division
Education
1993
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
State University of New York, College at Oneonta
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
No Fault Divorce in New York- Annulment, Separation or Divorce
No Fault Divorce in New York- Annulment, Separation or Divorce
2020
Newly Enacted COVID-19 Guidelines in Matrimonial Litigation
Newly Enacted COVID-19 Guidelines in Matrimonial Litigation
2016
Newly Enacted Maintenance Guidelines Litigation
New York State Bar Association
2015
Bridge-the-Gap Training: Matrimonial Law
Suffolk Academy of Law
2011
Calculating Maintenance & Child Support
Suffolk Academy of Law
2010
No Fault Divorce
NYS No-Fault Divorce Law
2006
Taking Control of Your Life (Divorce Laws Explained)
FEGS of Suffolk County
2004
Preparing for Divorce
Suffolk County FEGS
2004
Domestic Violence
Victims Information Bureau Services (VIBS)
2003
Long Island High Schools
Matrimonial and Family Law
Publications
2020
Cleo Publishing
Newly Enacted COVID-19 Guidelines in Matrimonial Litigation
2020
Cleo Publishing
No Fault Divorce in New York- Annulment, Separation or Divorce
2018
Cleo Publishing, Inc.
Divorce Law in NYS
2015
Long Island Publications
A Guide to the New Spousal Maintenance Guidelines
2011
Long Island Press
New York's New No-Fault Divorce Grounds
1998
Jarrett Publishing Co.
Divorce & You
Languages
English
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