Steven D. Kommor

Steven D. Kommor

4.7
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Melville, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

425 Broadhollow Road, Suite 420, Melville, NY

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

A divorce lawyer helps you if you no longer want to be married. Whether you want a legal separation or the marriage ended, divorce lawyers assist you to arrange financial and family matters, typically in a negotiation with your spouse's lawyer. Alimony, child custody, child support, and a fair division of community assets (like who keeps the house or how your checking and savings accounts are divided) are matters that a divorce lawyer is trained to help determine.

36 years | 2,000 cases

75%
Criminal Defense 25%

Defense of all criminal charges including drug offenses, DWI, traffic offenses, robbery, burglary, theft, embezzlement, and fraud.

36 years | 1,800 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Steven Kommor

425 Broadhollow Road, Suite 420, Melville, NY, 11747 (631) 323-8170

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Steven D. Kommor's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate

It was so nice to sit with Steven and have him explain in great detail how divorce would work for me. I felt so comfortable, all of my questions were answered in a language that was understandable. If you are looking for an attorney who will have your back, look no further, you have found your man....

Posted by Ira | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional

I had a simple divorce case which should have taken three minutes to settle. Three lawyers and two years of litigation and I got nowhere. I finally went to Mr. Kommor on a recommendation and thank heaven I did. Seeing that the case was going nowhere, Mr. Kommor pressed for a trial and brought ever...ything to a head. It was only then that my wife finally came to her senses and started talking about a reasonable settlement. The case settled and my only regret was not seeing Mr. Kommor initially as I would have saved thousands in legal fees and alot of wasted time. I highly recommend him. He is sharp, knowledgeable, well-spoken, and to the point.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable and Caring

I consulted Mr. Kommor about a very contentious divorce and child custody case. He was very reassuring and knowledgeable so I hired him. I am delighted that I did. His knowledge of the law and his devotion to his clients is unsurpassed. He is an amazing trial lawyer and he has a great rapport with th...e court officials. My case did go to trial, and I am glad it did. I got everything I wanted and more. I wouldn't even consider hiring anyone else but Mr. Kommor. He gave me back my life.

Posted by Gayle | October 26, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Trial Attorney

Mr Kommor is relentless in the courtroom. Without his expertise I never would have been able to win my case. Not only did I win it, but Mr. Kommor buried the opposition. He is a remarkable trial lawyer, and best of all he hears what I say to him and is totally responsive. He talked me through this or...deal from start to finish. He's the best.

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

EXCEPTIONAL ATTORNEY

I am extremely grateful to attorney Steven D. Kommor for his most excellent guidance, support, and generosity in helping me get through my recent divorce. I called Mr. Kommor at a most difficult time in my life and he exemplified true compassion and he made sure that I would get through the divorce... quickly and smoothly. From the very beginning Mr. Kommor was what I needed a "listener" with his time on the phone, during office appointments he gave me sound advice, and agreed to help me with the divorce at a very reasonable price. I Settled my case in such a short time with a real WIN WIN! I will always be grateful to Mr. Kommor for his Professionalism and Superb Counsel.

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Steven D. Kommor's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Chimeri

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer because Steve possesses what I believe to be a highly sought-after (but often-lacking) trait in an adversary counsel. Specifically, he is professional and appropriate with other lawyers, the court, and all other professionals and para-professionals (which likely contributes to why he is so well-respected), even in very contentious cases, but he is also a fierce advocate for his clients and is one of the most formidable adversaries I can think of. I enjoy having cases with Steve because I know that I will be put to task but he is also honest and professional, making it easier for everyone to do their jobs and assist the family as best we can with divorce, which is an emotional and difficult time."

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Michael Rubenfeld

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely talented and well respected attorney. He is a knowledgeable attorney who is dedicated to obtaining the best results for his clients."

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Stephen Frankel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Kommor is an outstanding tenacious advocate on behalf of his clients. It is rare to see such an ethical AND zealous litigator in this day and age. I heartily recommend Steve Kommor."

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Joshua Kittenplan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Hecht

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven is an exceptional attorney. His knowledge of family law matters is impressively extensive, but more importantly he has a deep focus on the needs of his clients. Highly recommended!"

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Patrick Hackett

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred a number of people to him and all have given him high grades. He is attentive, knows the law and he is fair with his fees which is not the norm with matrimonial lawyers. I highly recommend him!"

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Matthew Tannenbaum

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Steve on numerous matters. I always find his advice to clients is clear and concise. He is also very pragmaticwith his case plan. I like the fact that unlike other matrimonial attorneys I have workd with that he is aware of the clients financial sitiuation and will tailor his strategy and tactics to the clients economic situation."

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Jennifer Lippmann

Child custody lawyer

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Christopher Chimeri

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Rubenfeld

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Daab

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Client Recognition Award, AVVO

2014

Excellent Recognition, AVVO

2010

Speaker Recognition, New York State Bar Association

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1992

Excellence n Moot Court, New York Law School

1991

Trial Advocacy, American Jurisprudence

1991

Appellate Advocacy, American Jurisprudence

1991

Full tutition scholarship, New York Law School

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Steven D. Kommor

2007 - 2010

Trial Counsel, Gassman, Baiamonte, Betts

2002 - 2006

Trial Counsel, Dominic A. Barbra

1999 - 2002

Trial Counsel, Law Offices of Bruce A. Batket

1996 - 1998

Trial Counsel, Cocozelli and Lerner

1991 - 1991

Legal Intern, Hon. Bud Goodman of the New York State Supreme Court

1991 - 1995

Assistant District Attorney, Manhattan District Attorney's Office

1990 - 1990

Intern, Manhattan District Attorney's Office

1989 - 1989

Legal Intern, Catholic Charities of New York

Associations

2012 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Steven Kommor

2012 - Present

North Shore Business Alliance

Secretary

2010 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

2002 - Present

Federal Court

Admitted Southern District of New York

2002 - Present

Federal Court

Admitted Eastern District of New York

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Amy Fisher

Conviction vacated and defendant released

Midy v. Midy

Reversal on appeal

Parker v. Parker

Settled

Hamroff v. Hamroff

Wife awarded 45% of Husband's business and lifetime maintenance.

People v. Johnson

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Education

1991

New York Law School

Juris Doctorate

1988

Hofstra University

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

Speaking Engagements

2009

New York State Bar Association

Divorce and Financial Discovery

2009

Nassau County Bar Association

Domestic Violence and Divorce

1995

New York Professional Speaker's Burueau

Appellate Litigation

Publications

2010

New York State Bar News Divorce and Financial Disclosure

Activity

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