Heidi Ann Gifford

Heidi Ann Gifford

also known as Heidi A. Gifford

3.5
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gloversville, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Family ... +4 more

13 West Fulton St, Gloversville, NY

About Heidi

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 33%

Going through a divorce is a profoundly emotional and challenging experience for everyone involved. If you find yourself contemplating divorce for any reason, seeking the guidance of a professional and dedicated divorce attorney is essential.

33%
Child Custody 20%

You need a child custody expert with a wealth of experience in both family law and child custody cases. Heidi possesses the skills to adeptly navigate the intricate legal landscape of child custody while placing the paramount interests of your childr

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

We firmly believe in the rights of our clients and understand the importance of delivering skilled legal advice and counsel. With our guidance, you will have access to sound legal support that can help you navigate your situation effectively.

20%
Family 20%

The Law Office of Heidi A. Gifford is a comprehensive family law firm that takes a thoughtful, unique, and compassionate approach to family law cases, including child custody, child support, and all aspects of family-related legal matters

20%
Estate Planning 5%

Your hard work has been dedicated to saving for unexpected circumstances, securing your retirement, and ensuring that your savings are passed down to your cherished family.

5%
General Practice 1%

Our approach sets us apart. We believe in taking the time to deeply understand our clients and their unique needs, helping them navigate the complexities of their changing circumstances. It’s our commitment to this personalized approach.

1%
Real Estate 1%

Our firm can handle all aspects of Real Estate law including closings, contracts and leases.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Heidi A. Gifford

13 West Fulton St, Gloversville, NY, 12078

Law Office of Heidi A. Gifford

480 Broadway, Suite 250, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866

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Heidi Ann Gifford's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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4 star (0)
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1 star (3)

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I would not recommend

Impossible to get a hold of her, made me plea even though I didn’t do anything. I’m still in processes of lawsuits and finding evidence of innocence. She never looked at the depositions recordings or anything because if she did, she wouldn’t of made me do what she made me down. I never got callbacks ...from her. I never got emails back most of the time 99.9%. She depended on other lawyers that we’re not even in her firm to take care of escorting me to court. The first day of her children’s school she had another lawyer who didn’t know anything about my case meet me at court. It was my child’s first day of school too, but I had to be in court and I paid for a lawyer to know what they were doing, and I paid this amount of money because I was not guilty of the charge I was being accused of. So if you need a lawyer to help you navigate your way through the legal system do not count on this one.

Posted by Alexander | July 1, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Client Review for Heidi Gifford – Gloversville, NY

I was referred to Ms. Gifford through my Group Legal plan to assist with a family law matter. I chose her based on her public profile, which emphasizes integrity, empathy, and client-centered service. Unfortunately, my experience did not reflect those values. After reaching out and explaining my... situation, Ms. Gifford’s office later informed me that they would not honor the terms of the Group Legal plan, despite being a participating provider. Instead of working within the scope of the plan’s coverage, her office offered a discounted rate outside of the plan entirely. This defeated the purpose of using a covered referral. I contacted the office for clarification and waited several days with no response. When I finally received a reply from her assistant, I was simply told that the discounted offer had been made and that I should follow up elsewhere if I had concerns. There was no willingness to resolve the issue, no direct communication from Ms. Gifford herself, and no accountability for the refusal to work within the agreed-upon plan benefits. This caused unnecessary delay in addressing a serious legal matter and left me without support at a critical time. I expected more professionalism and follow-through from an attorney who advertises integrity and compassion. I believe it's important for others relying on legal plans to know that this office may not honor those terms, even if listed as a provider.

Posted by Megan | May 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding family attorney

Attorney Gifford and her office staff are extremely professional and supportive. Heidi Gifford cares about her clients and will work diligently towards the best outcome for your case. Her knowledge and experience make her an excellent attorney. Attorney Gifford will always be my first choice when... I need a family attorney and I highly recommend her.

Posted by Tish | May 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Our Favorite Attorney

We've been clients of Attorney Gifford's since she started practicing law. She's helped us with many issues, Property transfers, Estate planning, "bumps" in the road when our kids started driving, handling my parents estate and represented us with a Logging issue. When I call her office with a qu...estion and the Attorney isn't available, the Office Manager, Diane, gets the information requested and calls me in a timely fashion. Our family couldn't be happier with Attorney Gifford and highly recommend her. :)

Posted by Skyler | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

Heidi helped me with my divorce. It was a battle and she helped me navigate every step of the way. She is kind and knowledgeable. I couldn’t be happier with her representation.

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

2023

2023 Readers' Choice Awards - Best Attorney, The Leader-Herald

Work Experience

2005 - 2009

Associate, Law Offices of Edward F. Skoda

Associations

2009 - 2010

Fowler Foundation

Board of Directors

2009 - 2010

Fulton County Republican Committee

2005 - 2010

New York State Bar Association

2005 - 2010

American Bar Association

2005 - 2010

Fulton County Bar Association

Education

2004

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

State University of New York, College at Plattsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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