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Thank you for considering my firm for your divorce or family law matter. Please contact me by phone or by email to schedule a free consultation. I enjoy helping people transition in a difficult part of their lives. On average, I help about 100 people (per year) get divorced. The fastest divorce I have done was about 30 days but (on average), a divorce takes between 3-8 months. I have a proven track record of success, sound judgment and discretion. As for our firm, we are conveniently located 7 minutes east of downtown Syracuse in Fayetteville, New York on Lyndon Golf Course in the White House. We proudly offer free parking and complimentary beverages at your appointment. In addition, night and weekend hours are available!
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Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
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Underwood Law Firm, P.C.
7000 E Genesee St, Building A, Upper Suite 3, Fayetteville, NY, 13066
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Michael E. Underwood's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | September 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Recommended Family Lawyer
Michael represented me for a prenuptial agreement, from start to finish. He was professional, curtious, and candid. His office was always willing to work around differing schedules and was very responsive to phone calls and emails.
Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Recommended
I recommend this lawyer for help on contested divorces because I was in a very difficult situation and he came through for me. His staff was responsive, his advice and predictions were correct. Also, one of the only divorce lawyers that gives free consultations, so I was able to speak with him first ...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Do Not Hire Michael
Do not hire Michael. I can't get into the details as to why, but believe me, He is not a good attorney.
Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
If you want a divorce, dont go to him. SCAM
He's taken over 2 years with a simple divorce. No kids, few assets, completely uncontested. All he has to do is write up paperwork and he isn't even answering emails. Next step is reporting him so he can't scam anyone else.
Posted by Annoymous | July 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Custody
Be careful hiring this man. He has taken money from me and did not do what he needed to do. He charges hundreds of dollars the moment you even breathe in his presence. If you are fighting for the well being of your child do not go to him. Once I hired him, he did not return my calls or emails and wh...
Michael E. Underwood's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is a strong advocate for his clients who possesses the necessary professional and personal skills to handle domestic litigation. I would recommend his services to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Jeffrey Reisner
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Scott MacNair
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Nicole Sabasowitz
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 10 Attorneys, American Jurist Institute
2017
10 Best Attorneys in New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Attorneys in New York, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Lawyers in Matrimonial and Family Law, The National Advocates
2016
Peer Review Rated - Rating 5.0 of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
President, Underwood Law Firm, PC
2023 - 2023
City Court Arbitrator (Volunteer), Onondaga County Court
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Stanley Law Offices, LLP
2008 - 2009
Attorney, Sidney P. Cominsky, LLP
2005 - 2006
Attorney - Assigned Counsel Program, Colman & Underwood
2005 - 2008
Attorney, Colman & Underwood
2003 - 2003
Legal Intern, Alderman Wladis, PC
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk, Onondaga County District Attorney
Associations
2016 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 100 Lawyers in Matrimonial and Family Law
2016 - Present
Onondaga County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2006
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 1999
Phi Delta ThetaPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Mtr of McAdams vs. McAdams
Father prevailed
Mtr of Ledyard vs. Ledyard
Successfully proved self employment income
Education
2000
University of Lynchburg
Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Western Michigan Thomas Cooley Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2023
Fatherhood with PEACE Group
Guest Speaker
2023
Fatherhood Group
Parents Rights Custody & Visitation
2011
Everyone Should Have These Basic Estate Planning Documents
Estate Planning
Publications
2015
cnydivorce.com
How to Save Time and Money on Your Divorce
Languages
English
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Q&A
Will I have to pay him alimony if he's in prison
21 Sep 2016
Q&A
Is there a statute of limitation to file a divorce suit in NY
26 Sep 2016