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Anna J. Matula-Evans

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Anna J. Matula-Evans
Anna J. Matula-Evans
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About Anna

Practice limited exclusively to the area of Family/Divorce law. Coverage includes: All aspects of Family Law, Collaborative Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Visitation, Modifications, Enforcements, Spousal Support, Paternity, Contested Divorce, Property Distribution, Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements, Orders of Protection, Child Neglect accusations, Juvenile Proceedings and Adoptions.  Additionally, I have the honor to act in the role of, Attorney for Children, when a Judge hand-selects from a very small segment of the legal community whom are trained and capable to handle all legal issues that surround a child.

Practice areas

OtherDomestic violenceFamilyChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

    23 years

  2. Child custody: 25%

    23 years

  3. Family: 15%

    Including all cases in Family Court: Child Custody, Paternity, Child & Spousal Support, Modifications, Violations, Adoptions, Orders of Protection, PINS petitions, Neglect, Termination of Parental Rights, Guardianships, Grandparent visitation and

    23 years

  4. Domestic violence: 5%

    Many believe Domestic Violence only occurs if there was physical battery (possibly resulting in a Limited or Full Order of Protection). We represent either the Petitioner seeking protection or the Respondent against whom allegations are launched.

    23 years

  1. Child support: 5%

    We represent both Petitioners and Respondents. We help our clients who may owe an arrears amount of child support money avoid a “willfulness” finding which may result in the client’s incarceration.

    23 years

Languages spoken

Hungarian, English

Contact

42 Catharine Street
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42 Catharine Street
Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601

Fax (845) 340-4310

MATULA-EVANS LAW FIRM, P.C.

656 Aaron Court
Kingston, NY, 12401

Fax (845) 340-4310

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 199710/30/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers23
Legal guides3
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Business Honors of Excellence AwardOur Lady Of Victory Academy1985
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney for ChildrenAppellate Division Third Department Office of Attorneys for Children2005 - Present
Assigned CounselDutchess County Family Court Assigned Counsel Panel2004 - Present
Assigned ATTORNEYULSTER COUNTY FAMILY COURT ASSIGNED COUNSEL PROGRAM2004 - Present
AttorneyMatula-Evans Law Firm, P.C. (current entity name)1998 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Attorney-Client Fee Dispute Resolution Program for NYS Court SystemChairperson2000 - Present
Ulster County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Dutchess County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
New York State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMemberN/A
Hudson Valley Collaborative Law AssociationMemberN/A
Dutchess Community CollegeAdjunct Lecturer-Family Law2015 - 2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Pace University School of LawJuris Doctorate1997
IONA CollegeB.B.A.-Magna Cum Laude Honors1989
Fordham UniversityMasters in Business AdministrationN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Dutchess Community College Adjunct LecturerFamily Law2015
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
I have a current case right now that involves PARENTAL KIDNAPPINGThe parties have shared equal legal and physical custody of their children a few months now. The mother is being so indignant that he barely speaks to my client and fails to co-parent with him.

Reviews

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Won me back my baby from father who kidnapped him

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I had to have Miss Matula make an emergency petition to get back my baby after his father tried to steal him and leave for Florida (and only heaven knows what plans he had for our son after Florida because he has family in Cuba). Miss Matula won my case, got custody back with me and made sure that the Dad's access would be forever prohibited from leaving the country without prior written permission from the court. I was very happy with her as my lawyer and I would recommend her to anyone!
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Excellent!!

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Attorney Matula Evans was my attorney during a very complicated divorce proceeding. Ms. Evans was extremely kind and professional at all times. Her wisdom and legal experience spoke volumes. I would hire Ms. Matula Evans again. Her actions made a huge positive difference in my life. We are truly fortunate to have Ms. Matula Evans make legal problems become extraordinary miracles!
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Excellent Lawyer

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Anna was very professional and an excellent lawyer .I would recommend her to anyone seeking help in this field !
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Great Lawyer

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An amazing representative and did an excellent job. I highly recommend hiring her she was very professional and intelligent.
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Updated knowledge of Same Sex Marriages/Custody

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I was so proud that Ms Anna Matula-Evans was MY LAWYER during a dreadful divorce from my wife. Ms Matula-Evans is LGBTQ+ Literate and familiar with the newest laws and protecting our community’s rights which were formerly in place only for the straight people in our society. Living, and especially DIVORCING in Kingston & New Paltz, we need a legal scholar comfortable in handling these unfolding issues of law. Ms Matula-Evans knows her stuff so well she was ‘schooling’ all the lawyers in the room including the Judge! I don’t know about you but that’s the kind of lawyer I want on my side to fight against the ignorance that has been part of society for hundreds of years.
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Tough Lawyer through my tough divorce

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Mrs. Matula Evans was tough against my ex and got me a great divorce settlement. My case almost went to trial. My divorce was in Dutchess County.
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Divorce

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Yesterday, my divorce finalized with Anna Evans. I am very happy with her services and help. She was always up on the current laws and she was always ready to take on the other side. She tried to help my family save money through this by trying to settle but was willing to go all the way to trial since my husband's lawyer kept pushing hard for that. I would hire Anna again in Family Court if I need help.
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She's got a gift

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Anna's got a gift for dealing with difficult, impossible ex's. My ex-wife is the hardest person to get along with or reason with. Anna was able to settle a case that I NEVER thought would end or settle. She's got a gift because in all the years I knew my wife not many people could handle her and Anna was able to negotiate a very good deal for me while working on the other side from my wife's. I would hire her again if I ever need a lawyer in the future.

Compassionate and Clever lawyer

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I found Anna to be compassionate and clever. For me, it was fantastic. She handled my Westchester County divorce that just ended. I went into her office broken and end my divorce now, a couple of years later, a happy and secure client. What more could you want?

TWO THUMBS UP

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Mrs. Matula-Evans represented me in an Order of Protection case in Family Court in Dutchess County. I found her to be very knowledgable, patient & caring. She was my assigned attorney since the case involved domestic violence and you hear a lot of horror stories about free lawyers and that they just push you through the system. I never felt that way with this lawyer. I felt like I was her lifelong client. I felt that I was being protected by our court system when I need it most.
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Dennis Vetrano, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have been practicing with Anna Matula Evans, Esq., in Family Court for the better part of a decade. I have had many cases with Anna. She is an experienced practitioner who is committed to her craft. While Anna has always proven to be formidable opposition, she is equally willing and knowledgeable about how best to work with counsel to craft fair and reasonable solutions to our clients complex family law issues.

Joseph Petito

I endorse this lawyer.

Steven Mandel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 29, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Anna and I were involved in a hotly contested, emotionally charged, high net worth matter that never would have been resolved without her knowledge and expertise. Thanks Anna!

John Fisher, General practice Attorney on Jun 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I've worked with Anna on a medical malpractice case and she has a very meticulous and thorough approach. Anna is compassionate and caring for the plight of her client and has done an excellent job ensuring that every conceivable theory of negligence and liability has been examined. I work with many lawyers outside the field of medical malpractice and Anna's commitment to the client's case is among the best I've seen. I highly recommend Anna.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$195-$395/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs90 minutes
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card

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