Mark Chauvin Bezinque

Mark Chauvin Bezinque

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rochester, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Uncontested Divorce, Marriage & Prenuptials

150 Allens Creek Road, Suite 250, Rochester, NY

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Helping clients resolve their differences with dignity and respect while providing experienced collaborative representation.

30 years

60%
Mediation 25%

Assisting couples in negotiating martial and parenting issues in a secure environment.

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 32 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1994

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mark Chauvin Bezinque

150 Allens Creek Road, Suite 250, Rochester, NY, 14618

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Mark Chauvin Bezinque's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Tanya | December 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Very good advice

Mark provided great direction and advice throughout my divorce. It wasn't my intention to "take my ex for everything" and thus put my kids thru a big mess, but my ex was not on the same page as me, probably why we got divorced. Mark helped me find the right balance between minimal impact to the kid...s while still protecting my assets.

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2015 | Child Custody

Top notch divorce/child custody attorney

Unfortunately I went through a horrible divorce about 5 years ago. During the process, I worked with Mark every step of the way through the divorce itself and subsequent child custody battle. Through Mark's calming demeanor, knowledge of parental rights and of the Rochester judicial system, he helped... me get through the most difficult situation of my entire life. I am now happily raising my two children and have been able to move forward with my life. This never would have been possible without Mark's expertise and human compassion.

Posted by JS | June 24, 2013 | Child Custody

I am truly glad that I met Mark

I was utterly unprepared for the entire divorce and custody process when it was suddenly thrust up on me by my spouse and I could not have been luckier than to have had Mark recommended to me by a friend. In a time of great confusion and sorrow, Mark was there for me and my children as a friend and a... shepherd through a very painful time in my life. Mark was always respectful and supportive and was able to take me by the arm when I most needed someone to trust and guide me. He was always two steps ahead and had an almost prescient ability to know exactly what was going on and what to expect next every step of the way. I always appreciated Mark's creativity and professionalism and his skill in finding the best possible solution for my entire family in a reasonable and balanced manner. I always felt like we were a team and I was always well informed throughout the process and Mark was always available to listen and to help. I am truly glad that I met Mark and have already recommended him to other people going through the same difficult experience and will continue to.

Posted by A.H. | February 21, 2011 | Child Custody

Highly recommended!

Mark has guided me every step of the way through a long unfamiliar and emotionally difficult divorce/custody process. I feel like my case is of primary importance to him and Mark is entirely dedicated to representing me. He is understanding of my feelings and respectful, honest, and trustworthy. I ...feel comfortable when discussing with him the uncomfortable details of my personal life surrounding my case. He is non-judgmental of me, and always listens intently and considerately to my questions and concerns. Mark is of high intelligence, very professional, skillful, and thoroughly committed to relentlessly advocating for me to the highest degree. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Tom | February 18, 2011 | Child Custody

An outstanding Attorney

I highly recommend Mark Bezinque. He was a strong advocate for me in a custodial and child support case and highly responsive to my needs. Mark has a genuine way of making his clients feel that they are the most important case with whom he is working. I have, and will continue to recommend him to fam...ily, friends, and colleagues without reservation.

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Mark Chauvin Bezinque's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Trotto

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Mark on many collaborative and litigated divorces over the years. He is an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients. I enjoy working with Mark because we are able to focus on the issues at hand and effectively resolve our cases."

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Diana Ryan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mark Chauvin Bezinque as a Divorce Attorney, Collaborative Attorney and Mediator. Mark is a highly skilled and experienced attorney who is committed to providing a good process and outcome for his clients. He has a strong understanding of the law and works well with other professionals. I am always impressed by his commitment to his clients, and his ability to move a case forward and complete his paperwork in a timely fashion."

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, focused and caring attorney. Dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Jennifer Fazio

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark and I have been opposing counsel on numerous cases. It is always a welcome relief to know that Mark is representing the other party in a family law matter, because I know that, although he will strongly advocate for his client, he is able to do so with a sense of fairness and a desire to cause no further harm to an already stressful situation. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Schwartz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Mark a number of years ago when we represented opposing spouses in a highly contested divorce case. I came away from that case with great respect for Mark's knowledge, experience, and ability as both a litigator and a negotiator. I no longer handle contested custody matters and I have referred a number of clients to Mark for representation. I have only received good reviews. I have no hesitation referring the most difficult or complicated cases to Mark."

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Jonathan Trotto

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michelle Cimino

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jennifer Fazio

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Diana Ryan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Dentino

Child custody lawyer

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Robert Schwartz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

1992

Articles Editor, Buffalo Law Review

1991

Associate Membership, Buffalo Law Review

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Mark Chauvin Bezinque

2003 - 2008

Partner, Hagelberg & Bezinque, LLP

1993 - 1996

Appellate Court Attorney, Appellate Division, Fourt Judicial Department

1992 - 1993

Clerk to Pro Se Law Clerk, United States District Court, Western District of New York

Associations

2008 - Present

Professional Performance Committee

Member

2003 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2001 - Present

Collaborative Law Associatoin of the Rochester Area, Inc.

Member, Secretary

1996 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

2012 - 2014

Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area

President

2011 - 2014

Monroe County Bar Association, Professional Performance Committee

Committee Chair

2010 - 2011

Professional Performance Committee

Co-Chair

2010 - 2012

Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area

Vice President

1991 - 1993

Buffalo Law Review

Articles Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

EP v TP

Successfully obtained divorce for client over spouse's strenuous objections.

Todd A.W. v Gail A.W.

Court not bound by party's account of finances and may impute income.

Rothstein v Rothstein

Maintenance not modified.

Hendrick v Tellier

Boyfriend's services were not included in enumerated items that could be recovered when transferred in contemplation of marriage.

Springer v Allstate Life Insurance Company

Effective date is policy issuance, not binder date.

Stackwick v YMCA

Yes, sufficient issue to be submitted to trier of fact.

E.P. v T.P.

Successful result for client.

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Education

1993

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Central Michigan University

Speaking Engagements

2019

Mediation Training

Spousal Maintenance and Child Support Formulas for Mediators

2017

Getting to the Bottom of Clients' Incomes

Income for Spousal Maintenance and Child Support Calculations: Recent Changes in the Statute and Case Law

2016

Spousal Support Law

New Maintenance Law

2016

Monroe County Bar Association

New Spousal Maintenance Guidelines

2013

What to do When Facing a Grievance Professional Performance

2011

Anniversary of NYS No-Fault Divorce Law

Grounds Trials After No Fault

2010

What Judges Want You to Know About New York Matrimonial and Family Court

What Judges Want You to Know About New York Matrimonial and Family Court

2010

Center for Dispute Settlement

Dividing Pension and Retirment Accounts for Mediators

2007

Divorce Practice Seminar

Dividing Pensions and Drafting QDROs

2005

Advanced Collaborative Training

Difficult Conversations

2003

Health Bites

Options in Divorce and Separation

2003

Collaborative Training

Dispute Resolution

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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