Paul James Tortora Jr

Paul James Tortora Jr

also known as Paul J. Tortora Jr.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

State Tower Building, 109 South Warren Street, Suite 709, Syracuse, NY

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

16 years | 100 cases

25%
Child Support 25%

16 years | 100 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

16 years | 100 cases

25%
Family 25%

16 years | 100 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 6 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2020

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 15 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 11 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2014

Former Member

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 14 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2012

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Tortora Law Firm

State Tower Building, 109 South Warren Street, Suite 709, Syracuse, NY, 13202

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Paul James Tortora Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Louisa | June 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Stood By Me When When CPS Wouldn’t Listening

When CPS showed up at my doorstep with false accusations, my stomach dropped and my world felt like it was ending. They were investigating me for neglect, and the fear of losing my children was paralyzing. That's when I reached out to Paul. From our very first call, he made me feel heard, not judged.... He helped me understand what CPS can and can't do in New York and walked me through every step, what my rights were, what evidence mattered, and how to build a case that would prove I was a loving parent. As the investigation dragged on, Paul dug into everything. We gathered texts, school and medical records, statements from teachers and family, anything that showed the real, everyday life of my child and me. When the hearing rolled around, Paul stood right beside me in court, calm, focused, and ready to fight. They questioned the caseworker, demanded clarity, and made sure the truth came out. I can't recommend Paul enough. If CPS ever comes for you with baseless accusations, don't wait, call him.

Posted by Jackie | June 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education

Got Our Son the Support He Deserves

As the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, navigating the special education system felt overwhelming and, at times, hopeless. From the moment we reached out to Paul, everything changed. He not only understood the law, he understood our child. Paul took the time to listen to our concerns and ...truly grasped the nuances of our child’s needs. He explained our rights clearly, empowered us with knowledge, and advocated fiercely when the school district failed to provide appropriate services. Because of his dedication, our child now has an IEP that reflects his individual needs, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and a supportive classroom environment. We finally feel like our son has a chance to thrive in school instead of just getting by. This process was emotional and exhausting at times, but having Paul in our corner gave us peace of mind. He was responsive, compassionate, and never made us feel like just another case. If you’re a parent of a neurodivergent child struggling to get the support your child deserves, I can’t recommend Paul enough.

Posted by Bella | October 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Lifesaver!

From day 1, Paul was transparent and sincere in handling my case. He was a tireless and empathetic advocate and really made me feel like my case was his top priority. His communication and courtroom skills were exceptional. I have recommend several friends to him and they have reported the same exper...ience. Divorces are difficult and mine was no different, but it was invaluable to know that I had someone to guide me through the process who truly cared about my case.

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Paul James Tortora Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kaitlin Foley

Family lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul has a solid grasp of the law and local courts, allowing him to effectively guide his clients not only relative to the law itself, but also through the ins and outs of the court system. He is straightforward and pragmatic with an eye toward success and client satisfaction."

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Michael Liptrot

Family lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. He works hard to get the very best results for his clients and is a consistent resource for information."

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Sabastian Piedmont

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul has an excellent understanding of the Family and Matrimonial Practice, as well as background and expertise in litigation generally, as well as in client communications. Paul has been an invaluable member of the Syracuse team and office."

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Florian Bruno

Family lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is a fantastic matrimonial and family court litigator who has a huge amount of experience in local courts. I would retain him myself if I had a family law problem in ventral New York. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Harris

Immigration lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shahzad Dar

Immigration lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Friend

"Paul Tortora has been one of the most hardworking and diligent person I have ever known. His vast legal knowledge, in particular his immigration knowledge, is second to none. There has never been a situation that Paul has been unable to overcome. I wholeheartedly recommend Paul for your immigration issues."

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Kaitlin Foley

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Emily Kortright

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Ryan McCall

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Rachel Schepart

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Adam Grogan

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Thomas Setser

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Michael Liptrot

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Leslie Silva

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Sara Sweeney

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Benjamin Osorio

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Florian Bruno

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Esther Gabriel

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Sabastian Piedmont

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Brian Murray

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Avvo Superb Rating, Avvo

2025

Client Champion - Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Client Champion - Gold, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Client Champion - Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®

2025

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2025

Rising Star, Thomson Reuters

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2024

Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters

2010

Global Law and Practice Certificate, Syracuse University College of Law

2010

Dean's List, Syracuse University College of Law

2010

Dean's Scholar, Syracuse University College of Law

2010

National Security and Counterterrorism Certificate, Syracuse University College of Law

2007

Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honor Society), Syracuse University

2007

Dean's List, Syracuse University

2007

Phi Alpha Theta (History Honor Society), Syracuse Univeristy

2007

Graduated Cum Laude, Syracuse University

Work Experience

2026 - Present

Managing Partner, Tortora Law Firm

2025 - 2026

Partner, Rupp Pfalzgraf

2023 - 2025

Supervising Attorney, Colwell Law Group

2022 - 2023

Senior Associate Attorney, Tully Rinckey, PLLC

2019 - 2022

Staff Attorney, Hiscock Legal Aid Society

2014 - 2018

Managing Attorney, The Law Office of Paul Tortora PLLC

2012 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Murray Osorio PLLC

2011 - 2011

Legislative Research Assistant, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy

2011 - 2011

Legislative Analyst, Williams & Jensen, PLLC

2011 - 2012

Government Affairs Advisor, North American Securities Administrators Association

2010 - 2011

Legislative Correspondent, Congressman Dan Maffei

Associations

2020 - Present

New York State Bar Association

2020 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

2014 - Present

Virginia State Bar

2012 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

2010 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

2010 - Present

Syracuse University College of Law Alumni Association

2007 - Present

Syracuse University Alumni Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Onondaga County Custody Proceeding

Client Retained Custody

Onondaga County Divorce Proceeding

Client Received Favorable Distribution of Assets

Tioga County Custody Case

Client Granted Primary Custody

Madison County Domestic Violence Case

Client Was Granted an Order of Protection

Cayuga County Custody Case

Client Regained Relationship With Children

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Education

2010

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Syracuse University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Weekly Legal Training Terminating Parental Rights

2024

Weekly Legal Training Establishing Paternity

2023

2020

Immigration and Unemployment Benefits The Impact of Immigration Status on Unemployment Benefits

Publications

2026

paultortoralaw.com What is Collaborative Divorce?

2025

2025

2023

2022

CNY Business Journal People on the Move

2022

The Saratogian Ask The Attorneys

Languages

English

Activity

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