Lawrence Steven Menkes

Lawrence Steven Menkes

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 43 years

Family Lawyer at Stone Ridge, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Litigation

3908 Atwood Road, Stone Ridge, NY

About Lawrence

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 43 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1982

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Lawrence S. Menkes, P.C.

3908 Atwood Road, Stone Ridge, NY, 12484-0164

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Lawrence Steven Menkes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Sal and Mary Ellen | July 22, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Review of Attorney Lawrence Menkes

Attorney Lawrence Menkes is the law advocate for our young granddaughter and has been for the past three years. During this time he gained her trust and friendship as he fought to protect and ensure her well being in and out of court. He has shown remarkable endurance and unwavering focus for advoca...ting what’s best for her. Our family is eternally grateful for his compassion, commitment and courage under relentless opposition.

Posted by Amy | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest and genuine

Larry definitely goes above and beyond his duties in advocating for children. He took significant time to get to know my daughter -and continues to make time for her - and makes himself available by phone and in person. Throughout a very stressful, complicated, legal process Larry stayed objective, i...nvolved and fully invested in achieving the best possible outcome for my daughter. He returns contact quickly and explains legal issues and potential solutions in easily understandable language. He de escalated stress for my family with his legal knowledge and experience, but also through his genuine concern for my daughter's wellness. I know he has other clients but anytime I interact with him I feel like my case is his only one.

Posted by Melissa | November 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Small Claims Case

Larry was fast and efficient in helping me with my case. He explained the process to me in terms that were easy to understand. I was pleased with the outcome of my experience and I am confident in Larry's skill and expertise. I will be happy to refer him or work with him in the future.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Committed and highly experienced

Mr. Menkes was our attorney in an extensive and complicated child custody litigation. His experience along with his insights were invaluable to our family. Mr. Menkes established a secure relationship with my son and was committed to advocating on my son's behalf. He was available and responsive to... all parties and took the time to get to know my son and recommend actions that were in my son's best interests.

Posted by Megan | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

In good hands!

Mr.Menkes is one amazing person. He is beyond great at his job but that in combination with his heart of gold, you can rest assured that you are in good hands! He went above and beyond what was required of him being my son's law guardian and couldn't ask for more. He answered all of my questions with...out hesitated and with great explanation. Thank you again and again!

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Lawrence Steven Menkes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Millouras-Lettre

Child custody lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on custody matters with Larry. Larry goes above and beyond to represent his clients. He has a strong voice in the Courtroom and does an excellent job advocating for what his children want, even if it involves bringing petitions and motions on behalf of his clients. Sadly this is not always done and children are beyond fortunate to have Larry's representation!!"

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Andrea Gamalski

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Larry Menkes is a devoted and compassionate advocate. He honestly cares about his clients and will fight zealously in pursuit of client rights."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney for the Child, Ulster County Attorney-for-the-Child Panel

2013 - Present

Attorney, Lawrence S. Menkes P.C.

1989 - 2012

Associate General Counsel, Con Edison

1986 - 1989

Associate, Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP

1983 - 1986

Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

1981 - 1983

Law Clerk, Honorable Henry Bramwell, United States District Judge

Associations

2012 - Present

Ulster County Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Education

1982

Brooklyn Law School

Doctor of Law (JD)

1976

State University of New York, Albany

Bachelor of Science (BS),

Publications

1980

Brooklyn Law Review Executory Contracts in Bankruptcy

Languages

English

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