Contested Divorce Lawyer Brooklyn, New York

Quite simply, contested divorce is where some or all of the issues – such as child custody and visitation, child support, property distribution and spousal support – are in dispute.

Most Cases Are Settled Before a Trial

In a majority of cases, contested divorces are settled prior to a trial. I believe that in any contested divorce, a lawyer should devote great effort to negotiating with the other side and their attorneys. If I can amicably resolve the disputed issues through negotiation you can avoid the expense, both financial and emotional, of a trial. In essence, the contested divorce becomes a negotiated uncontested divorce. (For more on the specifics of divorce law, please visit our Divorce Information Center.)

Divorce Settlements

Negotiated settlements also avoid deepening the chasm of acrimony between the two parties. It’s important to recognize that when minor children are involved, the two parties still will be co-parenting after they are divorced. When children are involved in a contested divorce, I work to keep lines of communication open between the divorcing spouses so they can work together for the benefit and best interests of their children.

My Experience and Knowledge Is Valuable to Your Case

To help negotiations proceed in a practical and realistic way, I often show clients prior cases and precedents taken from New York courts. I can show clients prior cases that have similar fact patterns to their case and show them what the result patterns were in court. This gives clients an understanding of what kind of results they can expect.

Some Cases Can Only Be Resolved in Court

When negotiations aren’t possible, I spend a lot of time explaining the court process to my clients so they are prepared. I sometimes bring nervous clients to court to see other divorce cases being tried so they can see what happens, know what to expect, and become more comfortable for their own court date.

I firmly believe that any divorce attorney should stay with clients throughout the court process, to reassure them and continue working to find us an advantage. When it is time to get aggressive, I can fight hard to get my clients what they need.

Contact an Experienced Contested Divorce Lawyer

Visit this site’s “Contact our Family Law and Divorce Lawyer” page or call my law offices at (718) 875-5151 to set up a free, no-obligation initial consultation. If you hire me, I will make sure to keep all subsequent attorneys' fees reasonable and fair. I work hard for clients throughout the New York City metropolitan area, including Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, The Bronx, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester.