also known as Amy J. Knussman, Amy Knussman
Amy J. Knussman is a partner with DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Knussman is a graduate of Albany Law School and has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2003. Ms. Knussman’s career began at The Donnellan Law Firm in 2001, while she was still attending Albany Law. After many years of hard work and dedication, Amy became a partner at DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC in January 2008. Amy focuses her practice in the areas of Matrimonial and Family Law and has been a member of the Saratoga County and Warren County Attorney for Children Panels since 2003.
Amy is an active member of the community and participates in organizations such as: the American Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association, the Saratoga County Bar Association, the Women’s Bar Association, and the Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District. She has had the honor of being requested to speak to parents at the Child Custody and Stress Prevention Program, formerly at Skidmore College, to caseworkers at Northeast Parent & Child Society regarding the role of Attorneys for children who represent children in Foster Care, and to SUNY Albany students earning a Master’s Degree in Social Work, concerning the role of Attorneys for Children and the New York State Court System. Amy has been mentioned twice in the Saratoga Business Journal for her work with the Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District and has provided pro bono services for clients through the Legal Project.
Attorney Knussman was the recipient of the Legal Project's 2012 Brigid Nolan Memorial Award. This award is presented to an attorney who, through his or her dedication and pro bono service with The Legal Project, has helped a victim of domestic violence to begin life anew.
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658 Malta Avenue, Suite 201, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020
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Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Helping through a difficult time
It is one of the darkest days when your spouse decides to leave. The world you've worked your life for is turned upside down and then put onto a cutting board for dividing up like vegetables for dinner. Amy was referred to me by a trusted friend as I had no knowledge of divorce, divorce attorneys o...
Posted by Dave | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Mediation Reviewer and Advisor
I retained Amy as an independent reviewer of the divorce mediation agreement being put together by another attorney. Amy patiently and thoroughly walked me through the various issues (mortgage, child support, health care, tax deductions, etc) that would be addressed in the divorce agreement. She exp...
Posted by Jason | March 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Thank You Amy
After hearing the old cliché “its cheaper to keep’em” I hesitated for years on initiating a divorce. As, things in the household became less tolerable I decided to look into divorce proceedings. I was referred to Amy and her team by a friend during my research phase of applying for a divorce. Amy ...
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2014 | Child Custody
EXCELLENY ATTORNEY
I hired Amy to resolve my custody, visitation, child support and divorce cases. She is very professional, bold, not afraid of confrontations, and confident. She always responds to my emails and phone calls. I definitely would recommend Amy Knussman for your matrimonial cases.
Posted by Candice | December 05, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Trustworthy, caring and diligent!
Amy Knussman represented me in a very ugly divorce and child custody case. Not only was she understanding, caring and protective, but she was extremely poised, well spoken and extremely knowledgeable about the law. I would highly recommend her and her staff (Sarah and Kathleen) for any family law i...
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Amy works hard to represent her clients not only zealously but compassionately. Her passion is family law and she is always prepared to help her clients through this difficult and often trying process."
"I knew Amy for years prior to working for Amy. We had many cases together as adversaries. I was at that time and continue to be impressed by her dedication to her clients, her professionalism and level of knowledge in this area of the law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Amy Knussman is a tireless litigator who has a vast knowledge about Family Law. She has the ability to quickly hone in on the issues and find creative resolutions to problems. I highly recommend this attorney to anyone seeking counsel on Family Law issues."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a tireless advocate for her clients. She is smart, articulate, and a voice of reason. She is the ultimate "problem solver" which is the definition of an attorney. Placing your confidence in Amy will be well rewarded."
"Amy is a thoroughly professional and dedicated attorney. it is a pleasure to work with her, even as an adversary."
"Amy is one of the finest practitioners of Family Law and Collaborative Divorce in the region, I highly endorse this attorney"
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2012
2012 Brigid Nolan Memorial Award, The Legal Project
2008 - Present
Partner, Donnellan & Knussman, PLLC
2001 - 2008
Associate Attorney, The Donnellan Law Firm
2008 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District
2008 - Present
IACP
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English