Stephen Bilkis graduated from Touro Law School in 1997. Soon after he passed the bar exam of New York and established the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates. In over 20 years of practice, Mr. Bilkis has successfully represented scores of clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Long Island, and Staten Island in matters related to personal injury, probate law, criminal law, and family law.
Mr. Bilkis strongly believes that each client is unique and each case is different. His solutions are never “one size fits all.” He prides himself on listening to his clients, reviewing all facets of each case, and using his deep knowledge of New York law to come up with individualized solutions for each client.
Stephen Bilkis has been a member of various national and local bar organizations and associations including the New York State Bar Association, American Prepaid Legal Institute, the American Association for Justice, AARP Legal Services Network, and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association.
Stephen Bilkis and the staff at the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates have well-earned reputations as knowledgeable and effective attorneys who fight for their clients’ legal rights. Because of this, the firm, its attorneys, and some of their notable cases or clients, in whole or in part, have been mentioned on several media outlets including CNN, CBS, CNBC, and ABC New York, as well as in the New York Times, New York Post and Newsday.
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- White Collar Crime
- Products Liability
- Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Juvenile Law
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Appeals & Appellate
- Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Car Accidents
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- Gave yearly talks about employment benefit packages to the AFL-CIO Union leaders and members
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- Writers Guild of America East
- Q. Do I need to share evidence with my ex's lawyer in a child custody case?
- A: I'm sorry you're navigating this custody case without legal representation. Handling legal requests from an opposing attorney can feel intimidating, especially when you're trying to protect yourself and your child.
In New York custody cases, both parties are generally required to exchange relevant information and evidence through a process called discovery. This allows each side to prepare for court by reviewing documents, witness lists, and other materials that may be used at trial. When your ex’s attorney sends you a formal request for evidence, such as a notice for discovery and inspection or a demand for documents, it is usually part of this process.
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- Q. Can I be sued for posting a censored screenshot of a group member's post?
- A: I'm sorry you are facing this stressful situation. Dealing with legal threats over something you shared online can be confusing and unsettling, especially when you believed you acted responsibly.
In New York, someone may attempt to bring a civil lawsuit for defamation, invasion of privacy, or related claims based on online posts. However, the success of such a claim depends heavily on the facts and how the law applies to them. From your description, it appears that you took steps to protect the individual’s identity by censoring their name, profile picture, and face photo. If those efforts were sufficient to prevent others from reasonably identifying the person, it may be difficult ... Read More
- Q. Can a grandparent sue for guardianship after caring for granddaughter for 3 years without parental support?
- A: I understand how upsetting it can be to feel cut off from a grandchild you have helped raise, especially after stepping in when others were unable or unwilling to provide care. Your question raises important issues about guardianship and the rights of non-parents in New York.
In New York, a grandparent may petition for guardianship of a child under certain circumstances. The court will consider whether there are “extraordinary circumstances” that justify removing custody from a parent. Courts generally favor the rights of biological parents, but they will intervene when a parent has relinquished care and control of a child for a significant time or when the child would be at risk if returned ... Read More
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