Top Rated New York Child Custody Lawyers

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 18 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family

Bio: As a New York divorce and family law attorney serving all five boroughs, Despina Hartofilis is compassionate, caring, and understanding. She earned her law degree from St. John’s University School of Law, during which time she was an active member...

Rating: 7.5

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

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

Review: "Karyn is an absolute saint! I obtained another lawyer when I was first served with divorce papers-needless to say he was absolutely horrible. A friend provided me with Karyn's contact information and I switched attorneys mid-way because she was th..."

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: 8.0

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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

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 20 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 34 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Domestic Violence

Bio: Krieger Family Law's expertise is "Order Of Protection and "Child Custody" cases - specifically in Family Court in Monroe County. We'll fight for your rights - as if it was our own family. Important Disclaimer: An attorney's numerical "Avvo Rating...

Rating: 6.5

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

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

Bio: A part of Wisselman Harounian Family Law, a well respected family law firm. Free consultations available. With more than 20 years of litigation experience handling matrimonial and family law matters, Attorney Jordan E. Trager, Esq. brings top-tier...

Rating: 10

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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: I focus my practice exclusively in the areas of divorce and family law, and provide assistance in cases, involving division of marital assets, child support, spousal maintenance, and custody and visitation proceedings. I have extensive experience ...

Rating: 8.3

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

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

Bio: Shauna Tesser-Friedman's practice is focused on family and matrimonial law, including pre- and post-nuptial agreements, equitable distribution, the determination of separate property, spousal support, child support, post-judgment modifications and...

Rating: 8.4

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Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

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

Bio: I am a Partner at Miller Zeiderman & Wiederkehr, LLP and a 2016 cum laude graduate of Pace University School of Law, and a 2012 cum laude graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice. I am a certified financial litigator by American Academy fo...

Rating: 8.0

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

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

Bio: Nina S. Epstein focuses her legal practice on matrimonial and family law, and dissolution. She is also a member of the Guardianships Panel in Supreme and Surrogate's Court. She is currently a Partner at Goldweber Epstein LLP, a law firm she co-fou...

Rating: 10

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

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

Bio: Amy J. Knussman is a partner with DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Knussman is a graduate of Albany Law School and has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2003. Ms. Knussman’s career began at The Donnellan Law Firm in 2001, while she...

Rating: 8.2

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 52 years

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

Bio: Mr. Phillips was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1974 and his practice has been limited to Matrimonial and Family Law, which covers "divorce, separation, separation agreements, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, cu...

Rating: 9.7

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New York Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

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

Bio: Katherine Ryan, Esq. earned a Juris Doctorate from Fordham University School of Law, currently ranked as a first tier, "Best Law School" by U.S. News, where she specialized in Family Law and Domestic Violence. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Ry...

Rating: 8.5

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Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Bio: In practice for over 22 years and having established our firm in 2000, we pride ourselves on providing a personalized touch to our clients and their legal issues. Paul B. Groman and his staff see legal representation as a partnership where we work...

Rating: 9.0

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