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New York Has 1068 Child Custody Attorneys with 10487 Reviews

New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody

Review: "Martha is singularly the most decent, high-integrity, empathetic, calm and professional lawyer in my almost 3 years of dealing with family law in a very high-conflict custody dispute with an infant. She is the only lawyer that was respectful of a..."

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: An experienced trial attorney who has tried countless cases throughout New York. Mr. Movasseghi has a proven track record of obtaining favorable results for his clients. His goal is to provide you with the highest quality legal services at a reaso...

Rating: 8.7

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Child Custody Lawyers in New York

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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Child Custody

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Mediation and more

Bio: For more than twenty years, I have guided people through some of the most challenging and consequential moments of their lives—when children, homes, livelihoods, and long-term futures have been at stake. My practice has encompassed high-profile ch...

Rating: 7.9

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials and more

Review: "Maxine did a wonderful job at putting me at ease and providing me with al the necessary information regarding my divorce and custody. She answered all of my questions, which I had many and was always available. I would recommend her in a second,"

Rating: 8.8

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: As an attorney, I hope to guide my clients through an emotional, trying time in their life with as much ease as possible. Whether it is pursuing a divorce, custody or child support matter, I am happy to assist. Born and raised in the Buffalo area,...

Rating: 8.1

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Aziz Juraev, Esq. licensed in the States of New York and New Jersey. With considerable amount of experience in the fields of criminal law, real estate, family law and others, Aziz devotes most of his practice to immigration matters. Since 2013, Az...

Rating: 8.4

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation

Bio: Rory Gilhooley was sworn in as a police officer with the Syracuse Police Department in 1994, where he served with distinction as a police officer for over 5 years and then detective in the Criminal Investigations Division for almost 20 years. Duri...

Rating: 7.3

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials, Mediation and more

Bio: My firm’s approach is client-centered. I strongly believe each person or family has its own needs and therefore deserves an individualized strategy. Because I have a strong background in litigation as well as negotiated and mediated divorce agreem...

Rating: 7.8

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Abuse and more

Review: "Heather Fig is the absolute BEST attorney I have ever had the pleasure to work with!! Throughout a very long and difficult time, she accomplished more than all of the other attorneys I previously used combined! Her empathetic nature coupled with a..."

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(631) 337-8091

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 50 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials, Family and more

Review: "There is no better than Judith Ackerman! She saved my life! She will work day and night for you! She will call you back when you call"

Rating: 8.3

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials, Family and more

Rating: 8.8

Call for a consultation(855) 716-1384

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Litigation, Family and more

Rating: 9.4

Call for a consultation(855) 532-5413

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Estate Planning, Juvenile and more

Review: "Mr Lahiri assisted myself and my son in navigating through legal charges that my teenage son had brought against him. Mr Lahiri took the time to speak with my son and I and explained all the possible consequences. He helped us decide on a course o..."

Rating: 6.8

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning

Bio: Regine D. Pointdujour, Esq. is a seasoned litigator and trial attorney who has spent years working on family court matters. Regine has always been committed to representing her clients during some of the most difficult times in their lives. Throug...

Rating: 6.3

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate and more

Review: "The moment you meet Theresa Mari you know you are in the hands of someone extraordinary. She combines unmatched legal skill with a level of compassion that is rare to find in any profession. During one of the most heartbreaking times of our lives,..."

Rating: 6.8

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Review: "I hired Alexandria 10/2024 for custody and child support matter. She and her team were always communicative, timely and succeeded representing me through completion of my case early 2025. Rehired her as of January 2026 for family law matter and I ..."

Rating: 7.5

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Rating: 9.4

Call for a consultation(866) 719-6367

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "Absolutely the best she represents her clients very well and responds quickly when you need her to answer questions I love her and would highly recommend her services!!!!"

Rating: 8.4

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Bio: Alita McKinnon has been practicing matrimonial law for more than 14 years. After working independently on complex cases with another prominent matrimonial firm, Ms. McKinnon brought her talents to Tabat, Cohen, Blum & Yovino, LLP in 2011 and made ...

Rating: 9.7

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Ms. FitzMorris graduated Hofstra Law School, with a concentration in family law, in May 2015, and was admitted to practice law in January, 2016. While in law school, she participated in Youth Advocacy Clinic, where she represented abused and negle...

Rating: 8.8

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