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60 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601
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Posted by Paul | April 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Fantastic knowledge on family law
Peter read a post that I left regarding custody for my child, and I retained him for a while. At first, I could afford him since I did not have any other financial issues. I would have kept him if I could afford it, but life happened. He is very knowledgeable and he is able to break things down easil...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Incompetent
Retained him a few years ago. He failed to reveal my truth which would have changed everything in my case. He has no tools and resorts to underhanded tactics that still don't work. Big show and waste of time. Lots of yelling and barking in court to put on a show with no substance or results. All...
I have no idea who this is as I do not bark in court. I make the client's case by way of the filings, and not by colloquy in court. I reveal each client's truth by way of a factual narrative whether in a petition/complaint or an answer. My clients' sides of the story are never hidden. My tools are my twenty years of practice and the development of each case, and none of my tactics are underhanded. My manner is quietness, not "big show." I never raise my voice in court. The substance is a packed and detailed court file and only my adversaries waste time. A lawyer is never the reason a client loses; it is the client, his/her demeanor. his/her behavior that loses. I also doubt this write up is by an actual client of mine. This review describes a different lawyer, not me.
Posted by (07/28/2021) You helped place everything into perspective. | July 28, 2021 | Civil Rights
Expert Legal Advice, Caring, Fair
Mr. Lomtevas is legally as sharp as a knife. Where lawyers may often be cursory or cloaked in their approach, he is transparent, strategic, and essentially, brilliant. He is also very protective of his clients' human rights. I sought expert legal counsel from him and got it! After speaking to him...
Posted by Mark Solomon | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
From Disaster to Light at the end of the tunnel...
Peter is a brilliant thinker, he's kind, compassionate and is 100% on your side! He is the first lawyer that I have ever met that couldn't be bought or influenced by the opposing side. When I first retained Peter, opposing counsel called him to suggest that he team up with her to damage me. Not on...
Posted by Tracey | February 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommended!
Peter Lomtevas is smart, highly capable and was able to navigate the complexity of my situation. I'd spoken to a few others lawyers who said there was nothing I could do in regards to a divorce stipulation. I spoke with Peter a few times on the phone, he looked at my paperwork, and offered not only h...
"The answers of Mr. Lomtevas are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I always enjoy and learn from Peter's perspective. Few lawyers combine legal expertise and wisdom. Peter has a wisdom gained from his experience that will be a benefit to any client."
"Peter Lomtevas is an outstanding attorney. He knows the law and is respected by the legal community. He is responsive to his client's needs and fair with his adversaries. When I have contacted him with respect to an issue, he replies back quickly. He is on time for court and respectful of all court personnel. I wish that all attorneys were as responsible and professional as he is."
"I am happy to endorse this lawyer. I admire his knowledge and dedication as a family law attorney."
"This attorney has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality representation to clients. Experience and proven results!"
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"With a great track record of hundreds of published answers to consumer questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Lomtevas is skilled and knows the law well, too. Kudos."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional, skilled and intelligent. He provided great representation to his client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Its clear he is knowledgeable and perceptive. He has a strong background and a well-earned reputation in the legal community."
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2006
Distinguished Public Service Award, Brooklyn Borough President
2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
The client won the case.
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Russian
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