New York Family and Divorce Lawyers

Family and Divorce Law

99 Madison Ave 8th floor, New York, NY 10016, USA

Susan L. Bender is recognized by judges and colleagues as one of the top matrimonial attorneys in New York. She is routinely listed as one of the “Best Lawyers in America” and has received a Preeminent Rating for both legal ability and ethical standards (“AV”) in the Martindale Hubbell directory of attorneys. Susan penned notable references in New York law. Her first article, “The Finality Rule Barrier to Court of Appeals Review of Appellate Division Orders in Matrimonial Litigation” was published by the New York Domestic Relations Reporter. She also authored a chapter entitled, “Enforcement of Money Judgments” in one of the most regarded references in New York law, New York Practice Guide (Matthew Bender Publisher, 1988). Most notably, she wrote the chapter, “Bringing Justice to a Flawed System” in the New York Family Law Strategies (Thompson Reuters/Aspatore Press, 2009).

Family and Divorce Law

456 Arlene Street, Staten Island, NY 10314

Suzanne De Meyer, Esq. Is One Of The Founding Partners Of Cammarata & De Meyer P.C. Suzanne has been providing excellence in the fields of Matrimonial and Family Law since 2001. What separates Suzanne from other lawyers is her down to earth persona that really shines through from the very first time you meet her. Her understanding of all real-life situations puts the client at ease and comforts them during one of the most difficult times of their lives. Suzanne displays sincere compassion for her clients, that is felt and talked about for years after by whomever she has represented. She receives many referrals from past clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, even from opposing parties. When you hire Suzanne, not only do you hire an attorney, but you gain a friend whose mother-like qualities prevail. She makes her clients feel comfortable immediately. Suzanne fights for her clients like she is fighting for herself and her own family. Suzanne is practical and realistic and she explains the law to her clients in a way that makes them understand and feel empowered. She is an experienced lawyer in settlement negotiations and resolving your case amicably and out of court. Suzanne De Meyer is a skilled lawyer who will provide aggressive trial litigation, if necessary. She is a fighter and will protect your rights at all costs. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from St. John’s University and studying abroad a year in Italy to further enhance her studies and expand her horizons, Suzanne returned home to complete her academic achievements at Brooklyn Law School and obtained a Juris Doctor degree in the year 2000. Suzanne stayed grounded, practicing law at the same law firm, that she interned with during law school. Her eighteen years at Cantor Coscia & Schustal, LLP, provided her with the skills, knowledge, and experience in litigating Matrimonial and Family law matters. After becoming a mother, Suzanne decided the time had come to open up her own practice. She is admitted to both the New York and New Jersey State Bars.

Family and Divorce Law

29 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Tara Diamond has exclusively practiced in all areas of family and matrimonial law throughout New York City for more than 19 years. Her experience includes representing clients in custody and visitation, equitable distribution, child support, maintenance, paternity, child protective and order of protection matters; the negotiation and drafting of property, custody, and visitation settlement agreements; the negotiation and drafting of pre-nuptial agreements; and step-parent and second parent adoptions. She is a member of the Manhattan Family Court 18-B Assigned Counsel Panel and has been certified by the First Judicial Department as an attorney qualified to represent children in custody and visitation disputes in both Manhattan Family Court and Manhattan Supreme Court. Ms. Diamond frequently serves as a Parenting Coordinator to assist parents reduce conflict and improve their ability to successfully co-parent. She has also been trained as a mediator. Ms. Diamond is a member of the Board of Directors for the New York Women’s Bar Association and serves as co-chair of the New York Women’s Bar Association Children’s Rights committee. Juris Doctorate from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly University of California Hastings College of the Law).

Family and Divorce Law

One Old Country Road, 231, Carle Place, NY 11514

Terence Christian Scheurer, a graduate of Iona College and Touro Law School, is a Trial attorney specializing in the areas of matrimonial and family law for over 28 years. Mr. Scheurer is also experienced in general litigation, real estate, foreclosure defense, and wills, trusts and estates. Mr. Scheurer was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1994. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of New York. He took the road less travelled and immediately opened his own law practice upon graduating law school. He represents individuals in all aspects of matrimonial and family law, including equitable distribution of assets, child custody, spousal support, child support, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and cases involving relocation of children’s residence by the custodial parent. Mr. Scheurer will handle your matter from consultation to courtroom. He understands the emotional toll a divorce takes on a client and that assigning associates or other staff members without staying “hands on”, only creates more stress for the client. From the outset, Mr. Scheurer works with his clients to determine their short and long term goals. He recognizes the importance of compassion and patience while staying laser focused on protecting his client’s rights when dealing with tough adversaries. He learned early on that the best way to negotiate a fair settlement in a divorce case is to be thoroughly prepared.

Family and Divorce Law

2115 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229

Theodore Alatsas, Esq. was born the child of Greek immigrants in the early 1970s. Growing up in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, Theodore learned the importance of hard work and dedication to his community at an early age. As an exemplary student and community activist, Theodore often volunteered his time to help those who needed it. Theodore attended Brooklyn Technical High School, New York University and St. John? s University School of Law. During his early 20s, Theodore worked his way through college and law school, while at the same time actively participating and leading various civic organizations. Among these organizations are the Avenue U Merchants? Association, Citizens for Neighborhood Action, Change NY, and the Joint Council of Kings County Boards of Trade. Theodore?s community involvement was recognized in New York Newsday, the Bay News and various other community papers. After graduating law school, Theodore began the practice of law in the same location where his parents owned a Greek deli. Over the years, his areas of practice have become more specialized, focusing primarily on the practice of divorce & family law. His knowledge and experience as a neighborhood practitioner, has uniquely qualified him to handle a matter not only from a legal perspective, but with a compassion designed to guide the client through the process as smoothly and as stress-free as possible. Theodore remains active in his community, and has been nominated as a candidate for various public offices, including Brooklyn District Attorney and Brooklyn Borough President, and served as a member of the Public Service Commission Siting Board after having been appointed to the position by Governor Pataki. Theodore resides in Brooklyn with his wife and daughter. He is also fluent in Greek and Spanish.