Michael Walter Meyers

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Michael Walter Meyers

4.9
21 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Hauppauge, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1393 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 414N, Hauppauge, NY

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About Michael

Biography

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers | Matrimonial & Family Law | Experienced, Knowledgeable, Compassionate

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC | Matrimonial and Family Law Appeals | Free Phone Consultation

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, PC | Child Custody & Visitation | Free Phone Consultation

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Petroske Riezenman & Meyers | Matrimonial & Family Law | Free Phone Consultation

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Child Support 14%

14%
Appeals 9%

9%
Adoption 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 14 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2012

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C.

1393 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 414N, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

petroskelaw.com/

Online Presence

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Michael Walter Meyers's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Posted by Colleen | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Divorce

I hired the firm Petroske Riezenman and Meyers based at the time on the good reviews I read. Mike would be assigned to handle my divorce case. His carelessness in the handling of my personal documents, while in court was so unprofessional. We would find out that the opposing attorney would steal my... documents that I had given to Mike while in court. When Mike realized this attorney stole my documents, I told Mike to call this attorney (Irene Angelakis) while still in court and return my documents. This attorney would refuse to return then immediately, stating she was in her car (in the court parking lot) and would mail them the following day from her office. That did not sit well with me so Mike would be let go. As I look at the reciews now I would not hire this firm. I did file a complaint with the grievance committee and was told to hire an attorney (which is there answer to everything) and the Judge (Iliou) would not reprimand this attorney.

Michael Meyers

Replied last November 26, 2018

Colleen, It's upsetting to read this negative review posted more than two years after I represented you in your divorce case. As we discussed at the time, this incident was a misunderstanding that had no effect on the ultimate outcome of your case. Nothing was stolen. Rather, on one occasion, when packing up her file after a court conference, the adversary inadvertently picked up a folder containing some of your documents. Even though the adversary would be entitled to these documents anyway under the rules of disclosure, this should not have happened and I understand that you were upset. I immediately called the attorney on her cell phone while we were still at the courthouse and advised her that she had collected the wrong folder while packing up her things. She responded that she had not noticed that she accidentally took the folder, and that she had not looked at the documents. She provided her assurance as an officer of the court that she would not examine the documentation, and the folder was promptly returned to my office and then provided to you. Your case was not impacted in any way by this event. As you noted, the Court found I did nothing wrong, and has since noted, on numerous occasions, my professionalism and zealous advocacy for my clients. I wish you and your family well. -Mike Meyers

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Michael Walter Meyers's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Child custody lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, focused and caring attorney. Dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Clifford Petroske

Unknown lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have practiced matrimonial law for 23 years and rarely have I known, much less had the privilege of working with, an attorney more adept at legal reasoning and problem solving than Mr. Meyers. His personal approach combined with courtroom savvy complete the picture of a young and rising star in the legal profession. I highly endorse Michael Meyers."

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Daniel Fier

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Michael Meyers has handled a number of matrimonial and family law matters for clients whose needs were able to be better addressed by his office. He treated each client's matter with the professionalism, knowledge and individual attention that one would come to expect from an expert in the field. I fully endorse Mr. Meyers' skills and knowledge when it comes to the fields of family and divorce law."

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Marc Poles

Family lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a NY Family Law specialist. I practice in the family area of law myself, and I refer all my eastern long island cases to him. I proudly endorse Michael, especially if you are in need of a divorce or family law issue."

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Ryan Riezenman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is extremely knowledgeable in the area of Family Law and Matrimonial practice. He is patient and takes his time explaining the law to his client's. In the Court room, Michael is assertive and gets his point across clearly and is a strong advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Penelope Blizzard-McGrath

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael and I worked on a few cases together as opposing counsel. He was a pleasure to communicate with and diligently advocated for his clients. He is intelligent, professional and I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Christopher Chimeri

Family lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike is second to none. He brings the total package to the table: professionalism, preparedness, integrity, and intelligence. Above all, he is responsive to his clients' desires and goals, while remaining equally attentive to a client's needs and best legal interests. A master strategist, I frequently seek Mike's opinion in matters pertaining to the more intricate aspects of the Family Court Act."

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Louis Sternberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known Mike for several years and we've worked together on many cases. He is an excellent attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking counsel."

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Michael Catalanotto

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Penelope Blizzard-McGrath

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Daniel Fier

Real estate lawyer

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Marc Poles

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Clifford Petroske

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Ryan Riezenman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Christopher Chimeri

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Louis Sternberg

Child support lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2011

St. Catherine's Medal, St. Joseph's College

2011

Exemplary Service to the Public and Community Award, Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

2008

Dean of Student's Award, St. Joseph's College

N/A

Award for Academic Excellence: Pre-Trial Litigation, CALI

N/A

Award for Academic Excellence: Family Law Clinic, CALI

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Petroske Riezenman & Meyers, P.C.

2013 - Present

Adjunct Professor, St. Joseph's College

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Francesco P. Tini & Associates, P.C.

2011 - 2015

Senior Associate, Law Offices Of Clifford J. Petroske, PC

2010 - 2011

Legal Intern, Touro Law Center Family Law Clinic

2010 - 2011

Legal Intern, Suffolk County Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, Fier Law

2003 - 2004

Student Intern, Feldman & Feldman

Associations

2014 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association, Matrimonial and Family Law Committee

Board Member

2014 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association, Family Court Committee

Board Member

2013 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

St. Joseph's College Alumni Association

President

2012 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2014

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

SBA Elections Committee

Member

2008 - 2012

Suffolk County Bar Association

Student Member

2008 - 2011

Student Bar Association

Class Representative

2006 - 2008

Student Government Association

President

2006 - 2008

SGA Judicial Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Goldman v. Goldman

Judgment modified

McKenna v. McKenna

Successfully argued that a limit of maintenance in a prenuptial agreement did not bar temporary maintenance and counsel fees.

Seminara v. Seminara

Successfully defended lower court decision on appeal

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Education

2011

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

Juris Doctor

2008

Saint Joseph's College

BA

Speaking Engagements

2014

LSAT Seminar

LSAT

2014

Graduation

Commencement Speaker

2013

Pre Law Committee Conf.

Insight into law school

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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