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With decades of unparalleled experience, Alexander E. Sklavos, Esq., leads The Sklavos Law Group, PC, offering professional legal services in matrimonial and family law, civil litigation, and landlord-tenant matters. Admitted to the New York State Bar and U.S. Federal Courts, Mr. Sklavos is an authoritative figure in New York’s legal community, known for successfully navigating cases involving IVF, complex custody, and copyright disputes. He holds a Bachelor’s in Economics from Union College and a Juris Doctor from St. John’s University School of Law. His early career as a clerk for Justice Thomas Demakos provided a robust foundation in high-stakes litigation.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Sklavos is committed to legal education and mentorship, evidenced by his tenure as an adjunct professor at Touro College and active participation in professional associations. He serves on key committees of the Long Island Bar Association and contributes to grievance reviews. His civic leadership extends as the former Democratic Town Leader for Oyster Bay. Mr. Sklavos’s dedication to fostering community relations and advancing the legal profession underpins his strategic and personalized approach to client representation throughout Long Island and New York.
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2013
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Acquired: 1997
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Posted by Rebecca Sinzieri | October 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
The best of the best !!
Choosing the right attorney can feel overwhelming, but finding one who truly understands both the law and the emotional struggles of clients can transform a challenging journey into a victorious one. Alex embodies this ideal; he is an exceptional attorney who not only navigates the legal system exper...
Posted by Robert | August 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Five star lawyer
Alex Sklavos, an attorney with Sklavos Law, demonstrated the breadth of his legal expertise and knowledge when I hired him to represent me in a particularly complex family custody case. His thoroughness and explanation throughout the entire legal process demonstrated his knowledge, dedication and co...
Posted by Michael | November 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
An attorney partner on your side, a bulldog for your opponent.
A day does not go by when one does not see or hear continuous running ads for lawyers and law firms. This firm won this award, or there are billions of dollars just waiting for you to collect by hiring this attorney, and on and on and on. Notice how they always end off every ad with the famous line...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2016
Very Professional
Mr. Sklavos' offices has all of the experience and knowledge of a large firm, with the personalized attention that only a small firm can offer. He is prompt with phone calls, on top of my matter, extremely competent and prepared. He also showed a genuine compassion for my situation and needs. Mr. ...
Posted by Lara | July 15, 2016 | Divorce & Separation
Efficient, patient, companionate and trustworthy
Divorce is traumatizing and when I hired Alex because 2 friends recommended him (a man and a woman), I found him and his assistant to be most helpful and knowledgable! In a matter of a few months I was signing my settlement in court. I highly recommend Alex!
"It is my personal pleasure and professional privilege to endorse Alex Sklavos. I have known and been referring clients to Alex for 10 years. His knowledge, legal skills accessibility, and and determination to do what is best for his client are evident from the first time that someone meets him. All of the clients that I refer to him are constantly professing their appreciation and thankfulness to me for the referral."
"Mr Sklavos is an excellent lawyer with skill and experience in a number of areas including matrimonial actions, commercial litigation, real estate and landlord tenant matters. I have had the opportunity to work with him on many cases and he has a unique ability to grasp complex issues. He is a tireless and devoted advocate for his clients. He takes great pride in achieving the right result for his clients. what sets him apart from other attorneys is that Alex genuinely cares about his clients. I have recommended him to my clients, my friends and even my family. He has never once let me down."
"Alex is an excellent lawyer. He zealously advocates for his clients and leaves no stone unturned. I would highly recommend Alex."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Alex Sklavos. I have known and been referring clients to Alex for 20 years. Besides his Skill and talent, he enuinely cares about all of his clients. Many remain personal friends long after their divorce. His knowledge, legal skills accessibility, and and determination to do what is best for his client are evident from the first time that someone meets him. All of the clients that I refer to him are constantly professing their appreciation and thankfulness to me for the referral."
"It is a privilege for me to offer my recommendation and endorsement of Alexander Sklavos. For years I have trusted Alex with some of my most valuable clients and friends. He is not only an expert in his area of practice, but has an ability to relay complex and difficult ideas in a manner that is easy to comprehend and understand. Alex focuses on the needs of each individual client which will always differ from case to case. He takes the time to actually listen and formulate a plan to reach their desired goals. More importantly, Alex is a brilliant attorney who is compassionate and approachable as well. My clients who I have referred to him, rave about the work and the person. I recommend Alex unconditionally."
"I couldn't provide a stronger recommendation for Alex to anyone in need of a matrimonial attorney. Alex's compassion is matched by his extraordinary skill, understanding of issues (legal and personal) and dedication to each person. He is thoughtful, responsive, adept in all situations, respects the needs of the people he represents, understands when an aggressive approach is appropriate, or when subtlety is proper."
"Alex obtains excellent results for his clients. I have heard only good things about him, both from his former and current clients and from attorneys he works with (and against). He is fair, ethical, and tough. He is a very well respected attorney--I would highly recommend him."
"Mr. Sklavos is a brilliant and outstanding litigator who focuses on the needs of his clients and ensures that the best result can be attained. He is smart, dedicated and delivers consistently great results."
"Alex was opposing counsel on a divorce matter that went to trial. Alex is a brilliant trial attorney and also well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred him clients in the past and they have always raved about him. Alex knows the law and gets great results."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
Elder Law Clinician of the year, St. John's University
1997 - Present
Partner, The Sklavos Law Group, PC
1998 - 1999
Professor, Touro College
2013 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2004 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationFormer Board of Directors
1997 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2004
Nassau County Bar Association, Attorney Mentorship CommitteePast Chair
2000 - 2003
Nassau County Bar AssociationFormer Board of Directors
1999 - 1999
Nassau County Bar Association, Young Lawyers CommitteePast Chair
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
English
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