Elena Jaffe Tastensen

Elena Jaffe Tastensen

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Saratoga Springs, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Mediation

376 Broadway Ste 16, Saratoga Springs, NY

About Elena

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

custody, support, property division

70%
Criminal Defense 15%

felonies, misdemeanors, traffic, appeals

15%
Mediation 15%

family law mediation

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Elena Jaffe Tastensen, PLLC

376 Broadway Ste 16, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866-3176

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Elena Jaffe Tastensen's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by J.P. | January 10, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Assistance

Ms. Tastensen has been very helpful in settling my recent divorce. She always made herself available to answer my questions regardless of how silly they were at times. She kept focused on the task of resolving all issues as quickly and efficiently as possible. When her name has come up in Networkin...g circles and all responses have been she is very good at what she does. I highly recommend her to anyone that wants to work with an attorney that is professional and knowledgeable and will get the job done.

Posted by S. | January 09, 2014

Divorce assistance

I have highly recommended Ms. Tastensen already to several friends and acquaintances. I found her to be a very knowledgeable, kind and considerate woman. She was extremely generous with her time, immediate in her correspondence and understanding in my emotional turmoil. She was patient and worked ...according to my requests. She was able to refer me to support persons of the highest caliber and with whom I continue to be in contact with. I would not hesitate to contact her concerning any future needs or advise. I remain extremely thankful that I chose her to represent me.

Posted by J. | January 09, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Divorce Attorney/Domestic Violence/Child Custody

I worked with Elena for over a year on multiple cases involving my divorce and child custody matters. She was efficient, knowledgable, and comprehensive at all times. She successfully guided me through situations that seemed impossible at the time. Over the past few years, I have continued to seek... guidance and advice from Elena, always feeling very satisfied. She is professional at all times. Even today, I still maintain contact with Elena and have referred her to many friends for various reasons (divorce, domestic violence, child custody, speeding tickets, private investigation). I have not found an attorney since leaving the state of NY that compares to Elena!

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2014

Terrible and expensive

Terrible lawyer. Spent $10,000 for email communications and 1 court room appointment. Fired her after 1 year of terrible service. Will never recommend this lawyer!!!

Posted by ~E | January 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce/Separation Attorney

Ms. Tastensen has been tremendously helpful in her expeditious and professional way of handling my legal seperation. Our initial meeting was very informative and the end results after filing the separation agreement with the court exceeded my expectations. In addition to being very professional, she'...s extremely knowledgeable and caring about her clients' needs. I will continue to use Ms. Tastensen's services to proceed with my divorce action. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking an excellent Divorce/Separation attorney.

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Elena Jaffe Tastensen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephanie Ferradino

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend this attorney to anyone who is interested in working with a collaborative attorney toward a civil, thoughtful divorce. Elena is considerate and will offer suggestions and guide her clients through the divorce process and child custody issues with integrity, compassion and fairness. Her results allow parties to amicably separate their lives, while being considerate of the children and the other spouse. This sets parties up for navigating the years after the divorce in a way that is respectful, fair and helps any children adjust to the change. Highly recommend her skills for anyone pursuing divorce."

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Somair Alam

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to client success."

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Karen Rhoades

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

". Elena is extremely knowledgeable, has superior trial experience and is a tireless advocate for her clients. Elena is kind and well-respected in the legal community. I endorse Attorney Elena Jaffe Tastensen."

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Barrett Mack

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I have worked with Elena Jaffe Tastensen on several different matrimonial actions. Elena is a tenacious advocate for her clients. Elena is an experienced matrimonial attorney that knows the law and is able to secure optimal results for her clients. Elena’s clients reap the benefits of her trial experience and knowledge of the law. Elena is an ethical and responsible attorney and always has her client’s best interest in mind. I highly recommend Elena without hesitation."

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Matthew Dorsey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Elena for quite some time and routinely refer her matters for handling. She's excellent in criminal defense and matrimonial matters."

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Barrett Mack

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Matthew Dorsey

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Elena Jaffe Tastensen, PLLC

2002 - 2003

Intervenor Attorney, New York State Consumer Protection Board

1998 - 2002

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney New York County

Associations

2013 - Present

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation

Member

2013 - Present

Association of Professional Family Mediators

Founding Member

2008 - Present

NYS Office of Court Administration, Women in the Courts Committee

Vice Chair

2003 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Committee on Lawyer Referral Service member

2003 - Present

Saratoga County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2003 - Present

Adirondack Women's Bar Association

Past President

2008 - 2012

Collaborative Divorce Association of the Capital District

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Ferguson v Weaver

Family Court reversed

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Education

1998

American University, Washington College of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1995

Washington University in St. Louis

BA

Speaking Engagements

2016

New York State Council on Divorce Mediation annual conference

Child support

2013

Family Law Training for Collaborative Practitioners

Family Law Training

Languages

Spanish

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