Theodore Alatsas
Alatsas Law Firm
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.
In 2020, Theodore co-authored the New York edition of "Medicaid Secrets: How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs", with Gabriel Heiser.
Theodore's efforts have earned him a Top 10 for Family Law and for Elder Law with Attorney and Practice Magazine for both 2019 and 2020, recognition and membership in Lawyers of Distinction, a Top 10 for client satisfaction by American Institute of Family Lawyers, and an Elite Lawyers Top 10 for Family Law for 2020. He has earned the respect and admirations of his clients and peers, resulting in dozens of five st
- Divorce
- Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Elder Law
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- New York
- New York State Office of Court Administration
- ID Number: 2715324
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Greek: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
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- Alatsas Law Firm
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- Alatsas and Taub, P.C.
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- Alatsas and Associates, P.C.
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- Groner and Alatsas
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- St. John's University School of Law
- J.D. (1995)
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- New York University
- B.A. (1992) | Politics
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- Client Champion
- Martindale Hubbell
- Top 10 Family Law Attorney
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Top 10 Family Law Attorney
- Attorney and Practice Magazine
- Top 10 Estate Planning Attorney
- Attorney and Practice Magazine
- Clients' Choice Award
- Avvo
- American Bankruptcy Institute
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- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
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- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
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- National Association of Divorce Professionals
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- New York State Bar Association
- General Practice Section - Executive Committee Member
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- Hellenic American Bar Association
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- New York City Bar Association
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- American Bar Association
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- Brooklyn Bar Association
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- New York State Bar # 2715324
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- Medicaid Secrets : How to Protect Your Family from High Nursing Home Costs
- Phyllus Press
- Avoiding the High Cost of Long Term Care
- Certified Divorce Specialist
- National Association of Divorce Professionals
- How might estates be affected under proposed changes to Estate tax rules?
24 February 2021 - The Need for Geriatric Care Managers
22 February 2021 - How Estate Planning Can Help You Qualify for Medicaid for Long Term Care
19 February 2021
How long does the divorce process take?
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What is long term care planning?
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Who gets the house in a divorce?
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Will a divorce affect my immigration status?
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What is the difference between estate planning and a will?
Theodore Alatsas, Esq. answers some questions about the differences between an estate plan and a will. Should you choose one over the other? How is an estate plan...
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- Q. I am a victim of domestic abuse for a long time and this time i want to put an end to it. I want to file a divorce
- A: The Violence Against Women's Act protects non-resident aliens from deportation or denial of status when a divorce is based on domestic violence during the marriage. I have cancelled many such cases in the past.
- Q. Do I need to legally evict my spouse from an inherited property in NY in order to sell the property?
- A: Your questions is vague, and so my answer is equally vague. This depends on a number of factors, and so I cannot definitively answer. Are you currently married? Have you been divorced? How long has your spouse been there? etc. You should speak to a lawyer and provide more detail, before an appropriate answer can be provided.
- Q. How can I get divorce that guarantees me to be with my child?. I don't mind if he do visitation.
- A: No lawyer can guaranty you a result, especially in a custody matter. However, I believe that your husband is incorrect in his assertion that no judge would split siblings. That simply isn't the case. There are many circumstances under which siblings from two different relationships. I believe you should definitely consult with an attorney to assist you. We would certainly be able to assist you.
