Dutchess County Lawyers

Caitlin M. Hayes, Esq. a licensed New York attorney has extensive international legal know how, as well as social, cultural and marketing expertise from her varied travel and global work experiences which enhances her professional offerings to go beyond traditional lawyering into consulting, coaching and instructing. She also authors poems, a blog and articles in various publications and is the purveyor of www.SpiritualizeYourself.com a 'E-commerce Boutique for your Soul', where she sources product locally and globally that includes fair trade, sustainable, artisan products. Caitlin helps her clients navigate, and overcome, cultural differences and apprehensions that can...

Keith M. Fleischman is a founding partner of Fleischman Bonner & Rocco, as well as its predecessor firm, Fleischman Law Firm, PLLC. Keith is a nationally recognized trial lawyer who has successfully investigated, litigated, and tried to verdict some of the largest and most complex civil and criminal cases in the country. Keith began his career as a prosecutor, first with the Bronx District Attorney’s Office and later with the Department of Justice. His practice presently focuses on representing public and private companies, financial institutions, and institutional investors in connection with the prosecution and defense of complex...

Mr. Portale is known as a pit bull in the courtroom and at the negotiting table and he has the results to prove it.

While attending the University of Buffalo Mr. Portale majored in Interdisciplinary Studies, Classics and Philosophy of Law, and graduated with Honors. Throughout undergraduate studies, Mr. Portale played football, basketball and rugby. After receiving his Juris Doctor,, Mr. Portale moved to Westchester County, New York where he studied for the New York Bar Exam while he co-managed the re-election campaign of then Westchester County Attorney Jeanine Pirro.

In January 1998, Mr. Portale was hired as an Assistant District...

As both a business owner and resident of Warwick, NY, Elizabeth knows the ins and outs of life in Orange County and the greater Hudson Valley. Concentrating in the areas of real estate, land use, municipal and landlord-tenant law, Elizabeth works with her clients to provide a high level of personalized legal representation allowing her clients to achieve their goals in the most direct and efficient way possible.

Professor Curtis Doebbler is Research Professor of Law at the University of Makeni (Sierra Leone) and a visiting professor of law at Webster University (Geneva Switzerland). His expertise is in public International law, especially international human rights law. He has practiced before the federal courts in the United States in several different circuits and before the Supreme Court of the United States. He has expertise in appellate advocacy, constitutional law, and civil rights. Dr. Doebbler is very selective with the clients he takes on, but ability to pay is never a reason to refuse a client.

Keith is the law firm's lead matrimonial attorney. Throughout his distinguished legal career Keith has been dedicated to practicing exclusively in the areas of matrimonial and family law and has represented countless individuals ranging from simple uncontested divorce cases to extremely complex divorce cases involving business and professional license valuations, asset tracing, asset searches, high net worth divorces and complex custody matters.

Keith also believes that the best divorce attorney must have the skills of a counselor, negotiator and litigator. Keith always keeps in touch with his clients so they have a clear and firm understanding of the status of their...

The Catalina Law Firm is a small, full-service firm dedicated to providing attentive service and tailored legal solutions to advance your interests. We strive to create lasting client relationships by comprehensively meeting all of your legal needs. Our experienced Westchester County divorce lawyers can guide you through family law proceedings, and we can also help you fight charges like DUI and drug crimes. The Catalina Law Firm can help buyers and sellers navigate real estate transactions, and we know how to assist businesses in protecting their interests during commercial litigation. From our office in Poughkeepsie, we serve clients throughout Westchester,...

Alan L. Joseph is an attorney with an office in Goshen, New York, Orange County. He has a full service practice with a majority focus on Criminal Defense and Traffic, as well as Real Estate, Corporate and Will Preparation. He has been practicing law for over 44 years and is a prior Chief Assistant District Attorney in the Orange County District Attorney's Office. He earned his law degree (Juris Doctor) from Benjamin N. cardozo School of Law in 1980 and is admitted to practice in all courts in New York State, as well as Federal Courts, having been admitted to...

As one of the managing partners of Shapiro Gettinger & Waldinger, LLP, John Gettinger represents Westchester County clients in commercial and residential real estate transactions. He also handles landlord tenant cases for commercial leases.

Dan is the founding partner of Castricone Law offices. He graduated with honors from Pace University School of Law and is admitted to practice in NY and the Federal Courts. Dan understands that the legal system can intimidate and overwhelm anyone – and is here to help find the answers and create the solutions you need. Don't let yourself get buried in details. Contact the law offices of Daniel G. Castricone instead.
After nearly 30 years of helping clients endure life-changing events, we appreciate the anxiety people face when having to pursue or defend a legal dispute. It...

Keith I. Braunfotel began his legal career at the Kings County District Attorneys office in Brooklyn, New York. After leaving the District Attorney's Office, he began representing police unions, including the New York City Policemen's Benevolent Association and the Rockland County Patrolmen's Benevolent Association. During his tenure representing police unions, he was able to provide legal assistance to members on various legal issues, including personal injury, workers' compensation, criminal defense and real estate.

Mr. Braunfotel continues to make time for his community. Mr. Braunfotel is the President of the Rockland County Bar Association. He is the past President of the New...

Mona Shapiro is a managing partner at Shapiro Gettinger & Waldinger, LLP. From their office in Westchester County, she handles complex business and real estate litigation cases.

A warm and caring lawyer known for his success with medical malpractice cases and construction accidents, Steve Hymowitz is experienced in serving people who need help, but who do not have the resources to fight the big insurance companies on their own. With Steve, say fellow attorneys, “it’s all about his clients.” Keeping the Pressure On When accidents happen, people want to get their lives back on track as quickly as possible. However, there are dozens of ways in which insurance companies try to stonewall and drag out the process. Says Steve: “Our response is to keep the...

I am here for you and I will fight for you. Working With You If you need a lawyer to help you with a divorce or another family law or criminal matter, you are likely going through one of the most stressful times of your life. You may feel as if you are on an emotional roller coaster. There are so many important decisions to make, it can be hard to keep track of all of them while focusing on your future. It is reassuring to know that an experienced legal advocate is on your side. My name is William Henig. From my...

Jeff is highly respected for his strategic and thoughtful pursuit of his clients' interests, in relation to both long-term goals and immediate crisis resolution. He has written feature articles and opinion pieces on current legal and political issues in the New York City metropolitan area and is a frequent guest on public affairs broadcasts on radio and television in Westchester and New York City. His clients have included prominent community leaders, including judges, mayors, city supervisors, and members of the county council. Jeff was Senior Advisor to former Manhattan State Senator Roy M. Goodman and has also served as Chief of...

Leslie H. Tayne, Esq. has almost 20 years experience in the practice area of consumer and business financial debt-related services. She launched her law firm, Tayne Law Group, P.C., formerly Law Offices Of Leslie H. Tayne P.C., in 2001, which is one of the few New York State law practices concentrating in debt management, debt resolution and bankruptcy alternatives for consumers, small business owners and professionals who are in need of help with managing finances. Leslie and her firm deliver comprehensive consulting and support services for clients in all areas of debt including credit cards, unsecured loans, lines of credit...

Our team of attorneys are experienced in the negotiation and litigation of insurance claims on behalf of homeowners, commercial businesses and everyday people in need. We also provide representation for construction projects from initial contract to project completion. Our services include construction litigation, contract negotiation, lien placement/removal, sub-contractor disputes and the reconstruction process after an insurance loss. To put it simple, we love to work for the "little guys" while fighting for their rights against the big insurance companies or bad contractors. We don't let our clients get bullied into taking less money on their claims, losing...

Ms. Zaremba is an Associate Attorney at Farber, Pappalardo & Carbonari. She is experienced in all aspects of matrimonial and family law practice including divorce, child custody, spousal and child support, equitable distribution, domestic violence and pre-nuptial and post-marital agreements.

Helen H. Wu is an Associate Attorney at Farber, Pappalardo & Carbonari since 2017.

She graduated from Fordham University School of Law, where she was a member of the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association and worked as a Legal Intern for the Community Economic Development Clinic. Prior to joining Farber, Pappalardo & Carbonari in October, 2017, she worked with Wong, Wong & Associates, P.C., where she handled matrimonial and family law cases in addition to corporate disputes, residential and commercial real estate leases and closings, as well as landlord-tenant and immigration matters. She also volunteers as a pro bono attorney...

I am Nancy Nissen, Esq., a Partner at Tully Rinckey, PLLC's office in White Plains, NY. My primary focus is on family and matrimonial law, with an additional concentration on labor and employment law. I bring a wealth of experience to the firm as an accomplished attorney in family and matrimonial law. My career began with the City of New York, handling family law matters, including cases of neglect and abuse. Subsequently, I represented parties including spouses, parents and others in a wide range of family and matrimonial matters, including divorce proceedings, separation agreements, child custody and visitation modification,...

Melanie Finkel has over 25 years of commercial and real estate litigation experience in New York. She represents clients in connection with commercial and business litigation matters and real estate litigation including mortgage foreclosure and alternatives to foreclosure. Melanie also represents clients on real estate transactions including residential closings.

Melissa Driscoll practices in a wide array of general and commercial litigation matters with an emphasis on insurance coverage matters. Ms. Driscoll frequently appears in both state and federal courts on behalf of clients.

Ms. Driscoll earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Geneseo in 1998 with a degree in Communications. She received her Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law in May 2004. While in law school, Ms. Driscoll was a summer associate at the Firm and was a legal intern at the Quinnipiac University School of Law Civil Clinic where she...

Michael S. Komar has almost twenty-five years of experience handling complex insurance coverage and commercial litigation matters. Mr. Komar's insurance coverage litigation experience has included handling dozens actions involving pollution, asbestos, silica, lead paint, toxic tort, construction defect, general liability and California Prop. 64 and 65 claims, in addition to representing insurance clients in prepackaged bankruptcy, reinsurance, broker liability and first-party property disputes. Many of the coverage actions defended by Mr. Komar involved claims not only for declaratory judgment and breach of contract, but also bad faith and unfair claim handling practices.

Mr. Komar has developed an intimate working knowledge of...

John V. Tait concentrates his practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on personal injury, product liability, construction/labor law liability, premises liability, and contractual claims. Mr. Tait has handled several cases involving industrial equipment, firearms and ammunition, and recreational equipment and accessories. Mr. Tait also has extensive litigation experience with lawsuits involving retail establishments, residential complexes, supermarkets, restaurants, and recreational facilities for claims involving construction accidents, premises liability, Dram Shop, and general negligence.

An experienced litigator, Mr. Tait has successfully taken a number of cases to verdict in both state and federal court. He has also successfully presented cases...

Alexander E. Sklavos is a senior partner with an extensive legal background. He holds admission to the New York State Bar, the Washington DC Bar, and the United States Federal Courts. Mr. Sklavos earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Union College and his Juris Doctor from St. John’s University School of Law, where he received academic honors and was honored with the Clinician of the Year award for his dedicated work with disadvantaged senior citizens. Prior to his current role, Mr. Sklavos served as a clerk to Justice Thomas Demakos of the New York State Supreme Court....

We are a law firm that focuses on real estate transactions. We enable busy professionals, celebrities, and entrepreneurs to focus on what they do best and provide them with a way to effortlessly buy and sell real estate. By entrusting the entire process to us, you eliminate all of the things typically required of a buyer or seller that cause most people stress! Our process allows clients to minimize their involvement and enables them to use this time saved to engage in more profitable activities without the fear of missed deadlines. Many of our past clients have found that...

Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law is known for their diligence in family law. They represent clients throughout Westchester County with a wide range of divorce and family law cases. The team of Westchester County divorce lawyers have over 90 years of combined experience assisting clients with family law issues. No matter which side of the divorce case you are on, the team can utilize its skills and experience to fight for you. Schedule your free case evaluation today to begin pursuing a resolution with our experienced firm.