Jessica Toelstedt

Jessica Toelstedt

also known as Jessica Lee Leonard; Jessica L. Toelstedt

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

Mediation Lawyer Practice Areas: Mediation, Marriage & Prenuptials, Divorce & Separation

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Mediation 40%

Mediation practice also includes Collaborative Law cases. I serve as a mediator and a consulting attorney to parties in mediation.

14 years

40%
Marriage and Prenuptials 35%

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements.

21 years

35%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Individual representation of parties going through the divorce process or other family law matter (post-judgment, custody, child support). I also offer parent coordination services.

21 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

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Jessica Toelstedt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Marriage & Prenuptials

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Prenuptial Process

I could not recommend Jessica enough. I came into the prenuptial process with very little understanding and she did an exceptional job of guiding me through the process. She was extremely responsive, patient with all of my questions and concerns, and helped point out potential concerns that I would h...ave never considered. Her and her team are true professionals and an all around pleasure to work with. I truly have nothing but overwhelmingly positive things to say.

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Top Attorney for Prenup

As good as it gets. Jessica is extremely smart, detail oriented, honest, thorough and manages communication well. Couldn't imagine going through the prenup experience with a different attorney.

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Jessica Toelstedt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Monica Kaiser

Family lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Jessica on the opposing side of numerous matters. She is always prepared, reasonable and knowledgeable and adheres to the highest standard of professional conduct. She treats me and other colleagues with the utmost respect while advocating zealously for her clients."

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Jacqueline Newman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. She is excellent."

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Monica Kaiser

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2026

Family Law and Family Law Mediation, Best Lawyers in America

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Best Lawyers Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Partner, Mason Law & Mediation

2012 - 2025

Partner, Berkman Bottger Newman & Rodd, LLP

2006 - 2012

Attorney, Hoffman Polland & Furman, PLLC

Associations

2016 - Present

Family and Divorce Mediation Council of Greater New York

Former Vice President

2012 - Present

New York Association of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2006 - Present

Women's Bar Association of New York

Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Charasz v. Rozenblum, 95 A.D.3d 1057 (2nd Dept 2012)

Fields v. Fields

Husband's share of property purchased during the marriage was deemed marital.

Watson v. Smith 852 A.D. 3d 615 (2d 2008)

Reversed change in custody

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Education

2005

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA

Publications

2013

Luxury Listings A House Civilly Divided

Languages

English

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