Lawrence Elmen

Lawrence Elmen

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Saratoga Springs, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Lawsuits & Disputes, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

60 Railroad Place, Suite #403, Saratoga Springs, NY

About Lawrence

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Contested Divorces, Distribution of Property, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Maintenance, and QDROs.

23 years

30%
Lawsuits and Disputes 25%

Commercial Litigation and Foreclosures, Commercial Loan Workouts, Significant Personal Injury Lawsuits.

22 years

25%
Criminal Defense 15%

All New York State felonies and misdemeanors. Focus upon suppression hearings and criminal jury trials.

22 years

15%
Family 15%

Child Custody, Visitation, Child Support, Grandparent Visitation Rights, and Paternity.

22 years

15%
Federal Crime 15%

Federal criminal suppression hearings and jury trials.

30 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 31 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1995

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Elmen Law Firm P.C.

60 Railroad Place, Suite #403, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866

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Lawrence Elmen's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Larry Elmen

Recently I was unfortunate enough to need an attorney to address a divorce matter. I was represented by Larry Elmen, and I have the highest praise for him. Very quickly, he impressed me with his knowledge by alerting me of exposure to unusual case-specific risks that I was unaware of. I immediatel...y wanted to have a path to take action on, but he wisely and calmly convinced me to have patience. Larry’s skillful communication with the opposing lawyer dispelled the unreasonable original demands and paved the way for productive negotiations. Larry was accessible many times throughout the process to give me options and sound advice on how to handle irrational behavior by the other side. He put me in the best bargaining position, kept me out of court, and the results were more favorable than expected.

Posted by Heidi | January 28, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

One of a kind

Larry Elmen is one of the most dedicated attorneys I have known. While handling my complicated divorce matter, he was able to sort through the emotions of the case, apply the laws, and get the results needed. He showed me great compassion and kept me on task during this difficult time. I would highly... recommend Larry Elmen to anyone that needs an attorney. He is honest, forthright and an overall wonderful man. He gave me the strength needed to get through a difficult situation.

Posted by Kimberly | January 26, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

The best lawyer I could have hired. Thank you.

Larry has been a saving grace for me. My divorce was long, messy, and complicated. I was in need of someone with familiarity of the military, and he having that is why I decided to work with him. His knowledge and skills far surpassed my expectations though. I was always able to breathe easier knowin...g that I would see the best possible outcome because he was at my side, fighting for me, and I did. His confidence gave ME the confidence I needed, and his manner in the court room was both effective and admirable. Something other lawyers should strive to achieve. He was sympathetic to me, but at the same time, had a way of keeping me on track and advising me to consider things that many other lawyers wouldn't have even brought to my attention. There is absolutely no one around that I would recommend more highly than Larry. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Larry.

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Michael Borgos

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Larry Elmen as one of the finest attorneys in our legal community. Larry is inherently fair and has an even-handed disposition, but is dogged in his representation of his client. He has the ability to perceive and propose solutions to complex legal issues while skillfully handling the minutiae of the facts of the case. Larry has earned a formidable reputation and commands respect from his peers, yet he is approachable and a pleasure to work with as an adversary. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

1994

New England School of Law Excellence Achievement Award, New England School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner/Principal Attorney, Elmen Law Firm P.C.

2006 - 2016

Partner/Attorney, Fitzgerald Morris Baker Firth, PC

2005 - 2006

Assistant Attorney General, New York State Attorney General's Office

2003 - 2005

Associate, Fitzgerald Morris Baker Firth, PC

1999 - 2003

Assistant District Attorney, New York County District Attorney's Office

1995 - 1999

Captain (Judge Advocate General's Corps), United States Army, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division

Associations

Warren County Bar Association

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

New York State Defenders Association

Member

New York State Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2008 - 2013

Queensbury United Methodist Church--Church Council

Chairperson

2008 - 2011

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks

Board of Directors

2005 - 2008

Queensbury United Methodist Church Trustees

Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Dianepsi Alvarez

All charges dismissed

United States v. Roger Jock, et al

Acquittal--not guilty

United States v. Tayfun Okatan

Conviction vacated and remanded to District Court

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Education

1994

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Miami

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

New York State Women's Bar Association

A Step-by-Step Guide to Residential Mortgage Foreclosures

Publications

1994

New England Journal on Criminal and Civil Confinement Peremptory Challenges after United States v. Batson

Languages

English

Activity

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