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

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Attorney

Mark is a wonderful, knowledgeable attorney. He is not just "in it to win it" he cares about his clients and making sure they have a great understanding of the divorce proceedings. He made my divorce very smooth and exhibited a great level of communication from start to finish. I highly recommend hi...m. He has an impeccable level of honesty and integrity.

Mark Chauvin Bezinque

Replied last November 30, 2021

I'm humbled by your kind words! Your review highlights what I strive for with all those I work with: that they understand the process, the options available to them, some outcomes of the various options and how best to meet their goals. It was a pleasure working with you as well.

Posted by NG | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Divorce Lawyer in Rochester NY

A divorce is a difficult time in one’s life. My case and request was not typical. Most lawyers in Rochester told me I didn’t stand a chance of winning and didn’t even give me the proper time of day to explain my position. Mark took the time to learn my case, hear me out and work with me on my divorce... concerns and fight for me. Mark eventually won my case when every other lawyer in Rochester told me to not waste my time. I really appreciate Mark taking the time to hear me out and fight for me and eventually winning my case in this most difficult time in my life. if you want a lawyer that cares about you and your needs. Then Mark is your best choice for a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank You Mark, for helping me through a difficult time in my life

Finding and hiring a lawyer on line can be difficult.. and finding one in a city that you don't live in is even more challenging. How do you know if he/she is any good ? Will he/she be expensive ? Will he/she work in the best interest for YOU? Well, these were the kinds of questions I was strugglin...g with while I was sorting through all the ads and web sites on line... until I found Mark. After the very first phone call I just felt that he was the right one. He seemed smart, caring and made me feel comfortable that he understood the divorce process well and would work hard for me.... so I hired him sight unseen! To this day I have never met him in person but feel like I gained a friend along the way. My divorce was finalized nearly 3 years ago and looking back I owe Mark a debt of gratitude! He helped me through one of the most difficult periods in my life and today I am in a new chapter and I couldn't be happier. I never thought I would feel that way but it is true! Mark - Thank you for all you did, your guidance through the divorce process... and for making sure my interests were properly addressed.

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

Kind and Professional

I had been fighting with my ex for far too long trying to get a divorce. No matter who I talked to, everyone was certain that this divorce was going to be a long, drawn out process because he was not co-operating with me. My mother (who has also retained Mark's services) referred me to Mark, and not ...only was he able to free me from a 6 year separation, but he did so without an exorbitant price tag included. He was very compassionate, understanding how upset I was with the situation, and always kept me well informed of what was going on when, where we were with the situation, what he was going to do and how we were going to go about things. So I was never in the dark about what was happening with my case. Mark was a total Godsend to helping to move my life forward!

Posted by LaTresia | March 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Best Divorce Lawyer in Rochester

I do not wish divorce on anyone, but if you are faced with it I highly recommend Mark Chauvin Bezinque. He helped me through this difficult time in my life and at all times kept my best interest in mind. Every time I cried he had a tissue for me. Every time I wanted to scream he calmed me down and... explained the next steps. Although no one truly wins in this situation I feel mark was a gladiator and I feel that I actually won this case (thanks to Mark). I don't have a husband anymore, but Mark made sure I walked away as whole as one person can in this situation. If the point system is on a scale of 1-10 I rate Mark a 10 plus

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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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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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