Lance Darryl Simon

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Lance Darryl Simon

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Riverhead, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +6 more

120 Court St, Riverhead, NY

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About Lance

Biography

No Nonsense Divorce Attorney with Proven Results, keeping you one step ahead with Skilled, Learned, and Aggressive Advocacy.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Family 15%

15%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Adoption 5%

5%
Alimony 5%

5%
Child Abuse 5%

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2021 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Simon Law Group, PLLC

120 Court St, Riverhead, NY, 11901-3003

simonlawpllc.com

Simon Law Group, PLLC

5036 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 305, Commack, NY, 11725

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Online Presence

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Lance Darryl Simon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

85 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Family

Posted by Alexandra | August 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

No need to look elsewhere

After I made the tough decision to file for divorce, Lance was recommended to me from someone I went to high school with. When you begin this process and you don’t know anything about it, it is hard to know if you have a good fit with your attorney or not based on your needs. What I learned through ...this process is to trust Lance wholeheartedly. Lance is honest, trustworthy, caring, and passionate about what he does. There are no surprises with Lance. He tells you like it is and supports you all the way through. Lance helped me with my divorce, as well as a family court grandparent issue I was having and both ended in my favor. I trust him without hesitation!

Posted by Panna Bhatt, LCSW | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

They do exist

I am hoping this review will be helpful to those seeking representation. As a therapist who deals with individuals, couples and children in high conflict and counter-parenting situations I know how draining it can be, add the process of go through the court system it can be mentally damaging. I find ...having the right attorney is a necessity and should not be left to chance. These situations can be expensive, highly emotional and daunting, having Lance as your attorney can decrease the uncertainty you face in the courtroom. This will give you the opportunity to get back to your life, your personal healing and to being yourself. Lance was retained by several of my clients and when I required an attorney I retained him without hesitation. I found Lance is well versed in the law and it’s application. He is absolutely industrious during litigation and navigates through the uncertainties that pop-up with complete ease. He makes the trying situation of divorce and custody manageable which in itself is a feat. Lance is a compassionate soul with a heart of gold and a skill set like no other. He is the only attorney I refer to my family, friends and to my clients. I once again hope this review is helpful to anyone trying to retain counsel. As a mental health professional and one of his clients I unequivocally recommend Lance Simon.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Smart, successful, compassionate, reliable!

He was smart kind paid attention to every word I said no exactly how to go about getting me exactly what I wanted gave me several options and then we discussed which Beth would be the best option for me. I could not have asked for someone better to represent me in one of the biggest decisions I made ...in my life for me and my children period he was smart kind paid attention to every word I said no exactly how to go about getting me exactly what I wanted gave me several options and then we discussed which Beth would be the best option for me. I could not have asked for someone better to represent me in one of the biggest decisions I made in my life for me and my children.

Posted by Jodi | October 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Not just an ordinary attorney

I found Lance searching for a new attorney online and there was something about him that simply stood out. I have had previous attorneys however, I always felt I was just another case and when I needed advice they were never reachable. I had contact with them at the consult and at court. So Very diff...erent with Lance. From initially speaking with him I knew this was more than just "a job" to him and I was more than just "a client." He was compassionate, experienced, knowledgeable, and confident. Due to the necessity of entering a petition quickly, he met me on a weekend to get additional information about my case. Due to the nature of my case, I was always nervous about going to court and even felt a little unsafe in the beginning. Lance would always text me the evening before court and make sure I was doing okay and offered words of encouragement and reassurance that he would walk in with me and it would be fine. I have never had an attorney text me in the evening to offer support and it was such a relief knowing he cared so much. As per my case itself, everything that was discussed during our initial consultation happened as such every step of the way. I felt there were no surprises because Lance was always well prepared and extremely reliable. He always discussed and explained everything to me and always asked how my son was doing because he truly cared about his well being through this process. At the completion of my case, I was speechless when Lance texted me that same evening to ensure my son and I were feeling good because it just confirmed my feelings all along that he truly cares about the safety and well being of us both. Honestly, there is not enough I can say or words to describe what an amazing and compassionate attorney Lance is and how thankful I am to have found him!

Posted by Carissa | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Thankful to have met Lance.

In 2012, my ex-husband and I started the divorce process. Having hired a different law firm, my divorce was the most tumultuous, scary and completely hopeless years of my life. Just another number in the Supreme Court system and treated the same by my big, well-known law firm. When my bill got upw...ards of $200K, enough was enough and I got rid of them. Then I met Mr. Simon. I had been having a problem with my ex-husband, who had moved out of state, threatening he would not be sending my daughter back home. I immediately starting calling any and all attorneys that would hear me as soon as possible and Lance was the only one who offered to meet me that evening near my home. When sitting for that first consult with Lance, I immediately knew this was someone I needed to have by my side. He is so knowledgable, confident, and well spoken but more than all those things that are great, I felt like I had a friend in my corner fighting for me. Since that time, I have used Lance for an array of family court matters, each time more satisfied with his quality level of service. He is reasonable when I am not, he is calm when I am a mess, he is confident when I am a ball of nerves. This is undoubtedly the man you need by your side. I not only would recommend Lance to anyone that comes across this review but I have recommended him to friends as well, which says a lot about the man he is. Good Luck in the process.

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Lance Darryl Simon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joey Michaels

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lance and I worked together several years. During that time, I witnessed the dedication and commitment Lance had for each and every one of his clients. Today, I know that same commitment and dedication translates into a vigorous and zealous representation of his clients. Lance always strives to achieve the most favorable outcome for his clients and has successfully integrated his philosophy of the practice of law into his own practice; that practice is centered around the needs of his clients and the families whose lives he impacts in his representation. In the early years of my practice, I learned many skills from Lance that have carried with me throughout my years of practice and of which have made me a better lawyer today."

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Adam Grossman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lance is a talented, skilled attorney. I worked with him on a civil litigation matter. Lance is a dedicated, professional, and knowledgeable attorney who does excellent work for his clients. He also has empathy for what clients experience when dealing with divorce and family law issues. I am glad to endorse him as an attorney for any client who requires his legal services."

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Alexander Sklavos

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Hard worker, intelligent and respectful of co counsel and the court."

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Michael Cohen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Simon advocates zealously on behalf of his clients and is creative and intelligent in finding solutions to the most difficult problems. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Simon."

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Marc Poles

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lance is an extremely hardworking and caring attorney. He advocates for his clients with passion! His experience and knowledge of the laws make him an excellent choice to be your legal representative. I would highly recommend Lance to anyone looking for a matrimonial law attorney!"

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Jonathan Tatun

Unknown lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled and effective negotiator and litigator."

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Christine Rubinstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alita McKinnon

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Sklavos

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Cohen

Family lawyer

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Christine Rubinstein

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Top-Rated Lawyer 2023, Avvo

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Principal, Simon Law Group

2016 - 2016

Partner, Castiglia-Rubinstein, Simon, Associates

2014 - 2015

Counsel, Drexel LLC

2010 - 2012

Associate, Law Office of Anthony A. Capetola

2008 - 2012

Law Clerk, The Honorable Arthur Alarcon

1995 - 1998

Infantry/Presidential Escort, United States Army Active Duty

Associations

New York City Bar Association

Member

LeGal

Member

Education

2007

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

State University of New York, Stony Brook

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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