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Riley T. Perry
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Biography
Riley T. Perry joined the law firm of Palermo Law, P.L.L.C. in January, 2016 and is currently a Partner. Riley has handled hundreds of Divorce and Family Court matters. Riley has been an extremely valuable member of the firm. While at the firm Riley has continued her concentration on divorce and family law. She has handled hundreds of various cases in all areas of family law. However, the vast majority of her caseload involves representing individuals in contested divorce matters and couples going through divorce mediation.
Recently, Riley distinguished herself by being awarded from Super Lawyers the prestigious Rising Stars of 2019, Rising Stars of 2020 and Rising Stars of 2021 for Excellence in practice. Riley is known throughout the local Supreme and Family courts as a tireless advocate for her clients.
Riley received her Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, magna cum laude, from the University of Massachusetts, where she was a starter for the women’s varsity lacrosse team for four years, as well as team captain. Thereafter, Riley attended the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. During her time at Hofstra Law she was a member of the Hofstra Law Review where she served as an Associate Editor.
Riley specifically handles all types of cases including divorce, child support, child custody cases, orders of protection, Family Court matters and Supreme Court post judgment enforcement and contempt matters.
Riley is admitted to the bar of the State of New York. She is also a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association and the Suffolk County Matrimonial and Family Law Committees.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 10 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Riley T. Perry
1300 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 321, Hauppauge, NY, 11788
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Riley T. Perry's Reviews
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Posted by Jessica | June 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great in the beginning
I was happy with my initial divorce proceedings and communications with Palermo and my divorce lawyer, Ms. Riley Perry. However, after the divorce was final, the handling of the QDRO and getting my remaining retainer back has been a NIGHTMARE. I have sent countless emails and left messages that do no...
Posted by Christina | January 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Easy and Stress Free Experience
Riley was a pleasure to work with before, during and after my divorce. She made the process super easy and quick! Would recommend her to anyone looking for a stress free experience.
Posted by Heather | October 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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Riley was wonderful to work with. She always rapidly responded to every question I had and was sure to always follow up with what exactly had to be done. I would highly recommend her to someone in the same situation.
Posted by Ryan | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Made a rough time easier!
Thanks to Riley and her team my divorce was a simple process. She was easy to get in touch with and had great communication throughout the entire process. Truly was a pleasure.
Posted by Mark | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellence Personified!
I would absolutely recommend Riley as a family law attorney. Riley guided me through a very challenging and emotional divorce and child custody situation with utmost professionalism, compassion and patience. No matter when I needed to speak with her, she made herself available and would take the tim...
Riley T. Perry's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Ms. Perry for her contribution to the matrimonial bar. She is a true asset to the legal profession who zealously advocates for her clients."
"Riley is an incredible asset to the legal community. Her drive and determination to work hard on every case is evident in her results. Her compassion towards helping her clients sets her apart in this field of law."
"Riley Perry is an extremely dedicated advocate, that tirelessly and zealously fights for each and every one of her clients. She also understands the the parties need for closure and the importance of compromise. Riley is clearly an asset to the Suffolk County Bar for many years to come."
"Riley is an extremely dedicated and intelligent attorney. I have had the pleasure of working with Riley on multiple divorce cases and she is meticulous, devoted and she cares about clients. I endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2021
2021 Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2020
2020 Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2017
2017 AIOFLA 10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Associate Editor, Hofstra Law Review
2013
Staff Member, Hofstra Law Review
2012
Mark H. McCormack Department of Sport Management Top Ten Seniors, Umass, Amherst
2012
UMass Spring Scholar Athlete, UMASS, Amherst
2012
Merit Scholarship, Hofstra Law School
2011
Student Athlete of the Year, Atlantic 10
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Palermo Law, P.L.L.C
2016 - 2022
Associate, Palermo Law, P.L.L.C
2015 - 2016
Associate, Lynn Poster-Zimmerman, P.C.
2014 - 2015
Legal Intern, Glass & Glass, Esqs.
2014 - 2014
Judicial Extern, Nassau County Supreme Court, Matrimonial Center
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, DelVecchio & Recine
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Law Office of Alan Raymond Barr, P.C
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, K Sports & Entertainment
Associations
2016 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2016 - Present
Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2016 - Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Family Court CommitteeAttorney Member
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Contested Matrimonial
Client was awarded $15,000.00 of interim attorney's fees based upon a Decision on motions.
Education
2015
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BS - Bachelor of Science
2008
North Babylon High School
Publications
2014
Hofstra Law Review
Associate Editor
2013
Hofstra Law Review
Staff Member
Languages
English
Activity
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