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Patricia Issberner

also known as Law Offices of PATRICIA ISSBERNER, P.C., President, Attorney at Law
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  • Port Jefferson Station, NY
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Patricia

With the skills of a former prosecutor, (an ADA in Suffolk County), combined with the experience of over decade representing children as a Law Guardian (attorney for the child) Mrs. Issberner's firm has been devoted to matrimonial law for many years.

The devoted staff lovingly scold her for notorious "free" one hour consultations, that turn into half-days. Mrs. Patricia Issberner will sit and carefully listen to those poor souls who pour out their worst tragedies at her conference room table, nicknamed "the table of tears" for the desperate souls who have sat there once before...the tissue box sits upon the glass table; a constant fixture. Pain in divorce can take one to the ground and it can be ugly and heartbreaking. But at the "table of tears" all those with a pure heart are welcome to cry and use all the tissues they need.

Now with a firm that has blossomed into the presence that it is today, she still provides her cell phone number to those who are in special need, and again is scolded for her constant "N/C" (no charge) written next to her time slip. For the worst day of one's life, where is one to turn for advice on their divorce? A seasoned litigator who "prosecutes" a matrimonial case, with her own rags to riches story that will inspire any soul, if a soul exists within.

No mission statement necessary as one word will do: EXCELLENCE. Mrs. Issberner does not accept all clients, nor will she overload herself with too many wonderful ones, as excellence must be managed properly and not spread too thin.

When the time for tears ends and should there be settlement or trial, you will want Mrs. Issberner on your side. A mighty warrior, she was once asked how she separates herself from her work. Simply said, when on trial, there is NO separation. Eat, sleep, drink, BREATH win your trial! Alpha female with a heart of gold, she says: "It is never too late to live happily ever after".

 

 

Practice areas

FamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 90%

    Seasoned Matrimonial Attorney with extensive experience with both highly contested high asset and standard divorces; highly regarded former Law Guardian (attorney for children appointed by the Judge in Supreme Court) for over a decade, former Suffolk Prosecutor, ADA for Suffolk County District Attorney's Office, with extensive trial experience, with compassion for clients, yet can zealously advocate to negotiate settlements or litigate cases. Highly reputable attorney.

    26 years, 1,500 cases

  2. Family: 10%

    As a Law Guardian in Family Court, I represented not only children who were the subject of contested custody battles, but those who were neglected and abused, and the parents who were wrongfully charged as well. Additionally, many clients either needed Orders of Protection, or needed the services of an attorney who could litigate and remove the Order.

    500 cases

Languages spoken

Italian, Spanish

Photos and videos

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Contact

407 East Main St, Suite 11
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Patricia Issberner, PC

407 East Main St, Suite 11
Port Jefferson Village, NY, 11777

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WAVoluntarily Resigned200702/09/2021
NYDue to Register within 30 Days of Birthday199812/09/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers24
Legal guides3
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Dean's ListSt. John's University School of Law1997
Dean's ListSt. John's School of Law1996
Dean's ListSt. John's University School of Law1995
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Law Guardian-(Guardian for the Child)Appellate Division2000 - 2013
President of Matrimonial FirmPatricia Issberner, P.C.2000 - 2012
ADASuffolk County Districit Attorney's Office1997 - 2000
Contract AdministratorMotorola, Inc.1990 - 1995
Contract AdministratorWorld Wide Land Transfer, Inc.1990 - 1995
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Suffolk County Women's Business Enterprise CoalitionMember2013 - Present
Matrimonial Bar Associationmember2007 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
Suffolk County Women's Bar AssociationMember2000 - Present
Port Jefferson Chamber of CommerceMember2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember1997 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember2004 - 2007
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
LinkedinMiddle Age Sperm Donor Offspring Find Their Father After Exhaustive Search-Eight is Enough from one donor?2015
The Suffolk LawyerJustice Collins Goodbye2014
The Suffolk LawyerGood Bye Justice Collins2014
Attorney BlogDivorce without Pain2009
St. John's Journal of Legal CommentaryForensic Evaluation--Effect on Children1994
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
St John's University School of LawJuris Doctor1997
Long Island University, C.W. Post CampusBA Bachelor of Business Administration1994
State University of New York, Farmingdale State CollegeAA1994
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Queens Adult Living FacilityGuardianship2009
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMatrimonial Custody Cases2007
WoodCrestGrandparents Rights2006
Long Term Marriage--Happily Never AfterDivorce in the Elderly2003
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Fornasaia v. FornqasaiCustody won for Fahter
CPS v Cappdismissal
Pitcher v. PitcherFATHER WINS CUSTODY MOTHER EJECTED FROM HOME
Confidential Family Court MatterDismissed
Confidential MatrimonialCustody awarded to Father
Confidential Custody MatterCustody awarded to Mother/Plaintiff. After finishing rehabilitation Plaintiff/Mother gave Father liberal visitation

Reviews

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5 Star
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Review Patricia Issberner

When you need someone to fight for your best interest...

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Do you ever feel like nobody is on your side? Well, I did. Everyone thought my husband of only 2 years was so wonderful. On the outside, it certainly appeared that way. However, behind closed doors, he was a living horror. He had everyone snowed, even my mom! Finally, I couldn't take it anymore and I told him that I wanted a Divorce! He fought me tooth and nail on everything. Hiring Pat Issberner was the best thing I did to get through this awful mess. Pat was on MY side. She fought for ME! If you need someone in your corner of the ring, I strongly recommend Pat. Her confidence gave me confidence. She was kind and compassionate to my situation. I'm so glad this mess is over. I could not have come out of it so gracefully without her. And, the Divorce was equitable and fair. The way it should be.
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Great Choice

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I am VERY HAPPY with the service Ms. Issberner provided to me. She got me what I wanted, and did so with compassion in a very difficult time of my life. Highly Recommended! I'm not sure what these negative reviews are all about, since I didn't see anything like that at all! Maybe they lost their cases? Haters gotta Hate, I guess.
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Highly recommended

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I’m a busy executive who is apparently too busy to pay attention to my home life . Huge mistake. At least I made an intelligent decision in hiring you to represent me. I’m happy to meet my obligations to care for my children but my ex’s demand were ridiculous! Ms Issberner kept the NY court from raking me over the coals. Thank You!!!
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Got exactly what I wanted

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Thank you Patricia!! I needed somebody to listen to my story and believe me even though it sounded improbable. Patricia listened intently and then did her homework. She represented me with passion! Got my rights restored even when it seems everyone doubts the father in these things. Thank you!
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Absolute BEST lawyer you will find!

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I have used numerous lawyers in the past and nobody compares to Patricia Issberner. She has helped me resolve issues with my ex that have come up years after my divorce. I would never use anyone else ever again! She is extremely intelligent, and has an amazing way of putting me at ease through a stressful situation with my ex. In one court appearance she had the case dismissed, meanwhile other attorney's that I spoke with beforehand thought I was in for a long, expensive battle with my ex again. She knows family law inside and out! This lawyer is a blessing to my family. DO NOT HIRE ANYONE ELSE! I am telling you for the first time in 9 years I finally have a lawyer that I love. Her staff is great, kind and professional. Very efficient! Please know that I am speaking from experience, you are in the BEST hands when you work with Patricia Issberner! Her experience and the way she treats you will make you feel so confident, during your stressful time. If you want something handled right, if you want it resolved, this is the lawyer for you!
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Hired attorney

A real pro!

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Ms. Issberner handled my child custody battle like a total pro. She listened, came up with a solid strategy, then went after what I wanted like the focused attorney I needed. She wasn't nasty, but she never backed down and seemed to be right on top of things every step. Thank You!!
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Hired attorney

I needed Compassion, Patience and Kindness.

Posted by

And.....that is what I got from Patricia Issberner. Pat took the time to truly listen to me and understand my needs. I am not your typical person, I am highly emotional and can be a bit needy (so I've been told). Pat had the patience to listen to me, even when I went off course; she would bring me back. Have you ever forgotten an important thought/statement that you were trying to make, however, you go off in a different direction? This happened many times because my mind wanders; however Patricia was right on the mark and remembered that I was trying to convey something important and brought me back to the point; whereas I was able to communicate what I needed to . I have seen people roll their eyes at me when I go off course. Being an artist I see the world vastly different from most; I get caught up in the details....and lose track of where I was going. Having someone on my side, helping me out, being extremely kind and patient while giving true guidance was critical to my case. At no time did I ever feel "out of the loop" or lack any understanding of what needed to be done and what was going on. Pat, I've said it before, and I will say it again. THANK YOU!!! You were truly wonderful to me.
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Hired attorney

Got the job done!

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Ms. Issberner handled my difficult child custody case like a pro. As a father in NY I don't feel like the system was rigged against me from the start. Ms. Issberner explained my options and we agreed on a strategy - then she nailed it! I am so happy with the outcome - I got everything I wanted. Nice Work! Highly Recommended.
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God Bless Patricia Issberner

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My husband had a cash business and I was a stay at home mother for 18 year, at his insistence, stupid me. Then came lovely Marilyn, 20 years younger, that I found out about three years after they started their kanoodling together. He blamed me for paying too much time pm the children and not him. Then he move out and left the four of us with no money. He sent $1,000.00 here and there, but not enough to pay for food and the mortgage and the oil etc. Well, we filed an emergency motion in front of a lovely Judge who gave me maintenance child support and made him pay the bills including my legal fee. Patricia was always there on time, sitting with me in the Courtroom rather than gossiping with the other attorneys, I did appreciate that. She explained why we were there and exactly what happened when they came out. I was very well informed and my dopey husband filed phoney tax returns and was in for big trouble. But I must say that Pat was always looking to settle the case rather than to waste legal fees. She was always so prepared compared to dummies attorney. She's great!!!
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I won custody and my house from Patricia

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Patricia was my 2nd attorney--my first attorney did absolutely nothing. You must hire an attorney who specializes in matrimonial law alone. This was a complex case, yet she won it --though it was a hard case to win. I was the most suitable parent and my children get to stay in their house until they graduate. Patricia is my HERO
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Attorney endorsements

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John LoTurco, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Patricia Issberner for over 20 years since our days at the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. Pat is a highly experienced litigator who is diligent and passionate in her representation on behalf of her clients.

Brian Trodden, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 4, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Patricia since we worked together in the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. I have always known her to be a tough litigator and well respected by her peers. I have the utmost confidence in her ability to zealously represent her clients.

Angela Moore, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Patricia is a powerful advocate for her clients. She is exceptionally knowledgeable on the subject matter. She is a great advocate to have on your side. I absolutely endorse her.

Michael Lebit, Child custody Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Kevin Mulligan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

Ms. Issberner is a very knowledgeable professional with years of experience in Matrimonial and Family law. She treats every client as if they were her only client, giving their case the time and attention that they deserve.

Jennifer Drossman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 13, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Patricia is a very skilled advocate who represents her clients in a zealous and professional manner. When I work with Patricia, I know she will fight hard and do everything she can to meet her client’s needs. She is a well respected member of the bar and an excellent strategist. Her expertise makes her a worthy adversary and her communication skills make her a pleasure to work with. I highly endorse this attorney.

Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Susan Kassel, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this Patricia. She is an intelligent and zealous attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. She always maintains her professionalism and is an asset to our community.

Richard Rosenstein

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Issberner is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of her clients.

Anthony La Pinta, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly endorse Pat Issberner. I have know Pat for over 15 years. As a former prosecutor she was approachable, fair and a skilled litigator. As a private attorney, she has developed a fine practice from her reputation as a caring, hardworking advocate who truly cares about her clients. She highly regarded by the judiciary and by members of our legal community.

Charles Clark, Family Attorney on Mar 6, 2014
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Pat for a number of years now and we have had the opportunity to share our experiences and thoughts on may legal issues in our particular fields. If I needed a family attorney for any matter, I would consult with Pat. She is highly intelligent, conscientious and, I know, she treat her clients as if they were family members.

Robert Cohen, Family Attorney on Sep 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Pat Issberner is a strong and compassionate advocate, who knows how to litigate and knows how to negotiate settlements.

Robert Dapelo, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. she is well versed in the subject matter and a aggressive and effective advocate

Robert Pollack, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Patricia represents her clients with professionalism, expertise and compassion. The respect she enjoys from her colleages and the Court is well deserved.

Todd Zimmer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 18, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have had the pleasure of working with Patricia Issberner as both a law guardian and an opposing counsel on past cases. I have the utmost respect for Pat. She is compassionate and hard working. Her devotion to her clients and her cases is something I took notice of immediately. Patricia is without question a great attorney with a strong work ethic and a high degree of knowledge and competence to handle and resolve the most difficult of cases. I am proud to have her as a colleague and wish all attorneys could be as hard working, tough, yet compassionate and attentive to their clients at Patricia is. Patricia Issburner has my strongest and most heartfelt recommendation.

Steven Kuhn, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 14, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Pat & I have had several cases together and she was always prepared, took reasonable positions and helped resolve the divorce cases efficiently.

John Ray, Family Attorney on Jun 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

James Wohl

I endorse this lawyer.

Gary Miller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Patricia Issberner is an excellent attorney.

Philip Kusnetz, Family Attorney on Jun 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Ms. Issberner is a talented attorney and I am familiar with her work.

Craig Hayes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 6, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

John LoTurco, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Patricia Issberner for over 20 years since our days at the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. Pat is a highly experienced litigator who is diligent and passionate in her representation on behalf of her clients.

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