Cohocton Family Lawyers

I founded Maria Mateo PC in 2010 and have been practicing law ever since. I earned my Legal Master’s Degree from St. John’s University, graduating with distinction. Throughout my legal career, I have focused on complex litigation cases. I am licensed to practice law in the State of New York and admitted to Federal Courts in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, as well as the Supreme Court of the United States. My practice covers various areas including Immigration and Matrimonial Law. I manage family and work petitions, as well as family matters such as divorces, child custody, and child...

The Law Offices of David Smoren, PLLC was founded in 2005 with a vision of helping people resolve their problems and achieve their goals by providing quality legal representation at an affordable cost. For the past fifteen years we have helped hundreds of individuals and families in the areas of Divorce, Family Law and Guardianship Law.

We are dedicated to helping individuals and families plan for and cope with the unexpected. Whether you are facing a divorce or other family law issue or require representation in a guardianship matter, we have the experience to help you.

At the Law Offices of David...

FRED L. POLLACK has been providing effective legal representation for clients with criminal, divorce, family law, real estate and landlord-tenant matters for 42 years. In addition to his experience as an attorney, he served for fourteen years as a member of the North Hempstead Town Council and four years as a Commissioner of the North Hempstead Housing Authority. He is active in numerous community activities and has served as an officer and/or director of a variety of non-profit organizations.

My priority for my clients is to guide them through an arduous court case to provide them with the opportunity to write the next chapter in their life. I tailor my approach to each client’s priorities and positions. To the extent that matters can be predicted, I will always provide a realistic perspective of how the law could be applied to the particular facts and circumstances of a case. Managing expectations and guiding clients to a fair and reasonable compromise or resolution is my paramount concern. Since I thrive on helping people and solving problems, I bring an optimistic and...

Mr. Leininger is a native New Yorker who attended Regis High School in Manhattan, St. Francis College in Brooklyn, and Fordham Law School at Lincoln Center in Manhattan. He graduated Fordham Law School in 1974 with the rank of #1 in his Evening Division. He is licensed to practice law in New York, New Jersey and Florida. He has appeared on National TV shows including The Today Show on NBC, the CBS Morning Show, the Phil Donahue Show, the Sally Jessie Raphael Show, and has lectured on Divorce for 40 years. Mr. Leininger became the first...

Mr. Ahuja is a U.S. citizen born in India. He is admitted in the states of New York, Connecticut, Virginia, U.S. Tax Court, Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, U.S. District Court; Southern District of NY, U.S. District Court; Eastern District of NY, and India. Mr. Ahuja received his education and experience both in India and the United States. Mr. Ahuja holds an LL.M. (International Business Law); an LL.M. in Labor Laws; LL.B. (JD); M.B.A. (Personnel Management & Labor Welfare); M.B.A. (Business Management); a Diploma in German language; a Postgraduate Diploma in Gandhian Philosophy, besides his M.A. (Major: International...

Cassandra H. P. Donovan is an accomplished Attorney with a comprehensive background in complex civil litigation. She utilizes her diverse professional background and legal experience to represent clients in various phases of the litigation process. Ms. Donovan’s practice currently focuses on business litigation, trusts and estate, family law, civil litigation and insurance defense. Ms. Donovan has an extensive complex litigation background. For more than a decade, Ms. Donovan defended and managed an extensive caseload, on behalf of major corporate clients, in the Upstate New York Asbestos Litigation. Furthermore, Ms. Donovan has successfully defended officers and directors of housing...

At Blumberg, Cherkoss, Fitz Gibbons and Blumberg we concentrate on family and divorce law but also are experienced in civil, estate, estate planning, criminal and civil litigation law. We are experienced in all phases of litigation including trial. Each case is treated individually and we take pride in our customer service. We know this is a difficult time for you and try to transition you through the process as easily as we can.

I have dedicated my career to appellate practice, representing over 200 clients in family and criminal appeals at the Appellate Division, Fourth Department. I am detailed oriented and am skilled in all aspects of appellate representation as a solo practitioner. I have strong research, writing, and advocacy skills through my experience as an appellate attorney for over a decade. I also have a unique perspective as a prior clerk to the inner workings of the Fourth Department. Although I have focused my appellate practice on family and criminal appeals, my vast knowledge of appellate procedure and...

Susan James concentrates her practice in the area of agency adoptions. She is a mobile attorney in the Central New York area and will travel to clients' homes for all their legal needs in a state agency adoption, at no extra charge. An attorney who makes house calls! Susan was an Attorney for the Child in Seneca County for over ten years. She also spent many years teaching writing to university students at Syracuse University and San Diego State University and was a legal writing professor at Syracuse University College of Law. She was also a fiction editor at a publishing...

Extensive experience in contested and uncontested divorce cases , divorce mediation. Wills and probate

Experienced Administrative Law Judge with a demonstrated history of adjudicating cases, and implementing acts, rules, laws, regulations, and policies. Expertise includes knowledge in the complexities of the administrative hearing process. Certified New York State Office of Court Administration Trainer for Continuing Legal Education Attorney credits. Skilled in Legal Writing, Trials, and the Administrative Appeals Process. A strong legal professional focused on Adjudication, Arbitration, Public Administration, and Government Policy.

Responsible for the New York City; Nassau County; and Suffolk County Regional Hearing Operations. Oversee the administrative hearing programs. Expedite the completion of adjudicated matters and the issuance of decisions within the...

"Experienced, successful and responsive." Changes in life can be stressful, and going to court is one of the most anxiety-filled things you'll ever have to do. It's the fear of the unknown and the lifelong consequences that come with any judge's decision that ties your stomach into knots and makes you toss and turn all night. Having the right attorney can ease your worries: Family law: prenuptial and postnuptial issues; personal protection orders; divorce and legal separation; division of marital property and debt; spousal support; paternity disputes; child custody and visitation; child support; interstate support and custody issues. Criminal law: Felony and misdemeanors, DWI,...

I've been representing clients in the criminal and family courts of New York State since 1999, and I believe that being an attorney isn't a business, it's a craft that requires a sense of personal honor. I've tried cases from open-container violations to murders and, whatever the matter, I'll never leave you in the dark about your case, I'll give your case care and attention, and I'll never sell you out or do anything without your knowledge and consent.

Barry S. Kantrowitz, B.A., J.D., received his undergraduate degree from Harpur College, SUNY Binghamton. During his studies at Boston University School of Law, he was honored as a Paul J. Liacos Scholar and an Edward Henessey Scholar. He graduated cum laude. Mr. Kantrowitz is admitted to practice law in the state and federal courts of New York, New Jersey and Florida, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. Barry Kantrowitz is a member of the New York State and New Jersey State Trial Lawyers Associations, and the State Bar...

Mr. Reimer loves helping clients. Preparing a will for a new family, ensuring that a deceased relative's estate is administered quickly, or securing a fair divorce for a struggling spouse is a terrific way to spend a day. Trust Eric with your most difficult legal issues. With an emphasis on client services, The Reimer Law Firm should be your firm of choice to protect your family. Call toll-free to schedule a free consultation with Mr. Reimer. (877) 885-8800.

Ms. Murphy is an Associate Attorney at Farber, Pappalardo & Carbonari. She practices in the area of matrimonial and family law, handling all aspects of contested and uncontested divorce, post-judgment, child custody, child support, spousal support, and equitable distribution cases, including pre-marital and post-marital agreements.

Ms. Murphy graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law. While in Law School, Ms. Murphy was the Managing Editor of PACE INTERNATIONAL LAW REVIEW and a University Merit Scholarship Recipient.

Ms. Murphy’s legal experience includes working as an intern in the Legal Clinic of the domestic violence center: House of Ruth, Maryland;...

35 years experience in divorce and family law at the trial and appellate levels.

Lissett Ferreira is a partner and Chair of the Elder Law & Special Needs and Family & Divorce Law practice groups at Meenan & Associates, LLC, a boutique civil litigation law firm. Lissett’s main focus is helping people manage and plan for major life changes, including divorce, disability and death. Her primary practice areas are guardianships; estate, long-term care and special needs planning; trusts and estates; Medicaid and supplemental need trusts; divorce and family law issues; and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Lissett entered private practice in 2013, after nearly a decade of public service as a principal court attorney...

Having won dozens of cases in criminal and immigration court, I'm a tough litigator but also a compassionate listener. I've appeared in State and Federal courts and have handled matters as complex as multi-defendant conspiracies, White Collar defense, and violent felonies. No case is too small, or too large. For more info about me go to ToniMessinaLaw.com

Attorney Chaudry is resident of Connecticut. Her interest in immigration law stems from her passion for helping people. She represents clients throughout the United States on immigration matters ranging from permanent residence (green card) to citizenship (naturalization)