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John Raspante
Utica, NY Divorce Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(315) 507-2521
Paul Building
209 Elizabeth Street, 4th Floor – Suite 404
Utica, NY 13501
Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
"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,...
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Michael Namtalla Kalil
Utica, NY Divorce Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
I have been practicing law for approximately 30 years, with a focus on family issues: divorce, custody, support and adoption. I recently become certified in mediation, and I now offer complete mediation services for those couples looking to mediate their divorce or custody issues. I pride myself in always being honest with clients, and trying to have clients form realistic expectations regarding what will happen with their issues if a court is forced to decide how to handle their case. I am not a yes person for my clients. i will absolutely advocate and work hard...
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Karl E. Manne
Herkimer, NY Divorce Attorney with 31 years of experience
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
The Manne Law Office is a law firm dedicated to aggressive advocacy on behalf of clients involved in litigation, and to competent, professional and attentive representation of clients in all other matters. Our focus is always on helping our clients attain their objectives as swiftly and as directly as possible. We are a full service law firm with over 23 years of experience. In all matters attorney Karl Manne personally assists clients in evaluating their individual needs and circumstances, determining their goals and priorities, formulating a resolution or developing a plan of attack, and then implementing that plan through...
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Diane Marie Martin-grande
Rome, NY Divorce Attorney with 33 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
The Law Office of Diane Martin-Grande is a New York law firm committed to helping individuals find solutions for their family law matters. The firm is led by Attorney Martin-Grande, who has over 21 years of legal experience, and an in-depth understanding of all New York family laws. Ms. Martin-Grande acknowledges that family law matters can be some of the most difficult issues to work through, which is why she makes sure her clients receive the individualized attention and trusted legal counsel they deserve. If you are ready to file for divorce, Attorney Martin-Grande is prepared to assist you in...
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Michael J. Laucello
Clinton , NY Divorce Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
State University of New York - Buffalo
Since his admission to the New York State Bar in 1978, Michael Laucello has demonstrated the qualities that you should look for in a lawyer: absolute integrity; complete honesty; diligence; attention to detail; comprehensive knowledge of the law; the courage to fight the tough battles; compassion for the plight of his clients; and the ability to work with Judges and other attorneys so as to gain their trust and respect.
Mr. Laucello has over 34 years of legal experience, including over 15 years as a trusted, confidential legal advisor to three distinguished judges: New York State Supreme Court Justices John W....
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Michael Andrew Castle
Herkimer, NY Divorce Attorney with 44 years of experience
Divorce, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Syracuse University
he Castle Law Firm is a General Practice Firm which has been practicing law in the Mohawk Valley area for more than 30 years. We handle all types of legal cases primarily in Herkimer, Oneida, Montgomery, Fulton and Otsego Counties, as well as other Upstate New York counties. At the Castle Law Firm, Attorneys Michael A. Castle and Scott H. Oberman put their combined legal experience to work for you to obtain the best possible outcome in your case. The Castle Law Firm utilizes the most up-to-date computer research and with their many years of experience, specializes in handling your...
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Malorie A. Carbone
Utica, NY Divorce Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Real Estate
Western New England University School of Law
The majority of my practice is divorce and family law. I try to make what is usually a very difficult and emotional time for most of my clients as easy as possible. We have a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere at our office and I think that helps to put everyone at ease. I also represent several small business and understand that when representing them the course of action has to be economical and efficient. I do not believe that long protracted litigation benefits anyone but when a fight is...
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Charles Engelbrecht
Rome, NY Divorce Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Divorce, Business, Elder and Family
Albany Law School
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Michael E. Underwood
Fayetteville, NY Divorce Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(315) 445-3005
7000 East Genesee Street
Building A, Upper Suite 3
Fayetteville, NY 13066
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Thank you for considering my firm for your divorce or family law matter. I know the system and how to save you both time and money on your divorce.
Please contact me by phone or by email to schedule a free consultation.
I enjoy helping people transition in a difficult part of their lives. On average, I help about 100 people (per year) get divorced.
The fastest divorce I have done was about 30 days but (on average), a divorce takes between 60-90 days.
I have a proven track record of success, sound judgment and discretion.
As for our firm, we are conveniently...
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Joshua Bannister
LITTLE FALLS, NY Divorce Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, Family and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Joshua is a native of Herkimer County. After college, he served our country as a Marine Officer, achieved the rank of Captain, and served on three deployments to the Middle East. Following service in the Marines, Joshua attended the Thomas M. Cooley Law School where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2015. Joshua gives 100% to everything he does. Following a recent jury trial in the Village of Herkimer [Docket No. 17050159], Joshua's client was found not guilty on all counts which was the first misdemeanor acquittal in Herkimer County in...
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Heidi Ann Gifford
Gloversville, NY Divorce Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
New England Law | Boston
Heidi A. Gifford is a dynamic and dedicated legal professional with a passion for advocating for her clients. A graduate of the esteemed New England School of Law, Heidi has been practicing law in Fulton County, New York since being admitted to the New York State Bar in 2005. Specializing in divorce, family law, child custody, fathers rights, criminal defense, personal injury, and estate planning, she has established herself as a trusted advocate for individuals facing challenging legal situations. In 2009, Heidi took on the leadership of her practice and has since been committed to delivering exceptional results for her...
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Dennis B. Laughlin
Cherry Valley, NY Divorce Attorney with 19 years of experience
(607) 264-9988
77 Alden Street
Post Office Box 0217
Cherry Valley, NY 13320-0217
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Family
Western New England University School of Law
- Eagle Scout - BS and MS in Computer Science - former Attorney for the Village of Cherry Valley New York - former Attorney for the Town of Edmeston New York - Attorney for the Cherry Valley Children's Christmas Fund, Inc.
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William Kurtz
Cicero, NY Divorce Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Family
New York Law School
For over 35 years Bill Kurtz has been practicing in Syracuse, Onondaga County and throughout Central, New York. We pride ourselves in fighting for our clients and always preparing our cases to go to Court and proceed through the Court until a Judge or Jury makes a decision. We have found that being ready to go to trial allows us to avoid trials and still obtain the best results for our clients. When considering a lawyer ask the lawyer if he has actually had any trial recently in that court or in that area of the law....
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Ellen Siobhan Ross
Johnstown, NY Divorce Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
Ellen S. Ross was admitted to the practice of law before the courts of the State of New York in January 1983. In 1986 she established her own law office, initially in Schenectady, New York and later in Albany, New York. In 1989 she moved to her current location in Johnstown, New York. Attorney Ross practices primarily in the areas of family and matrimonial law.
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Dennis Lerner
Syracuse, NY Divorce Lawyer with 41 years of experience
106 Scottholm Boulevard
Syracuse, NY 13224
Divorce and Family
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Mary Theresa Colwell
Syracuse, NY Divorce Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Albany Law School
Mary T. Colwell (nee Pasqualino) graduated from Albany Law School of University in Albany, New York in 2001 with a concentration in Criminal Law. While at Albany Law School, Mary was a member of the Moot Court Board, the Women’s Law Caucus and Vice-President of the Italian-American Law Students Association.
Ms. Colwell was admitted to the New Jersey State bar in December of 2001 and the New York State bar in January of 2002. She is also admitted in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and the United States District Court for the Northern District...
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Kevin M. Colwell
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
University of Dayton School of Law
You deserve family law representation that is committed to you and which has the skills and experience to deliver the best possible results.
Facing a divorce or other type of family law matter on your own can be stressful and can create serious anxiety. We know what our clients are going through as they work through the family law matters they are confronting. This is why we focus on providing the most effective representation and the highest levels of personal service for our clients.
We know that ultimately people come to us for results. Our decades of combined experience negotiating and trying...
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Barbara King
Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Divorce and Family
City University of New York - Queens College
Barbara J. King is a partner with Tully Rinckey PLLC where she is the chair of the Firm's New York State Family and Matrimonial practice with offices in Albany, White Plains, Manhattan, Syracuse, Buffalo, and Rochester.
Barbara earned her Juris Doctor from the City University of New York at Queens College. Prior to joining Tully Rinckey PLLC Barbara held a principal role at a long-standing Capital Region law firm, where she focused her practice on Family and Matrimonial Law.
Barbara has a well-established connection and commitment to the community through various professional and not-for-profit organizations and volunteer work. She is an...
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Christopher T. Brown
Vestal, NY Divorce Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Syracuse University College of Law
Chris is a former prosecutor in the Broome County District Attorney's Office who handled thousands of criminal and domestic violence cases. From traffic tickets to Felony Driving While Intoxicated, Violent Assault and First Degree Rape. Chris has brought over 100 cases to trial. His work on both sides of the courtroom gives him the knowledge and experience to help you mount an aggressive defense against a wide range of charges.
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Kaitlin Foley
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Albany Law School
Kaitlin Foley is the managing attorney at The Colwell Law Group, having joined the firm in August of 2016. Kaitlin graduated cum laude from Albany Law School of Union University, located in Albany, New York, in May 2016. During her time at Albany Law School, Ms. Foley served as the Executive Editor of Research and Writing for Albany Law Review, was the Family Law Associate on the Moot Court Board, and acted as a Teaching Assistant in Criminal Law under the supervision of Professor Vincent Bonventre. Ms. Foley is currently admitted to the New York State Bar and is...
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Leslie Silva
Latham, NY Divorce Attorney with 15 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Western New England University School of Law
Family Law Practitioner in Albany, New York. I have litigated all manner of divorce, child custody and child support cases. Specific experience in high net worth divorce and high conflict custody cases.
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Andrew Holm Wood
Albany, NY Divorce Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning and Family
Albany Law School
Albany Divorce Lawyer With 15 Years of Experience- on your side.
Divorce, whether it’s in Albany or any other part of New York State, is always a challenge. There are no winners in divorce. Both sides will walk away injured in some manner, either emotionally or financially. The idea is to have an experienced Albany Divorce Attorney like Andrew Wood standing by your side, to help minimize your pain and suffering, and to get you the best possible outcome.
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Michael J. Catalfimo
Saratoga Springs, NY Divorce Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business and Estate Planning
Boston College Law School
Michael J. Catalfimo represents a diverse group of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation and transactional matters involving Real Property Law, Creditors Rights, Business Law, Family Law, Trusts and Estates Law, and Municipal Law. He is a Partner in the law firm of Rowlands, LeBrou & Griesmer, PLLC.
Mr. Catalfimo received his Juris Doctor Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Boston College Law School in 1985, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif National Legal Honor Society and received the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Medal For Excellence in Advocacy and Outstanding Trial Advocacy. He earned...
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Debra J. Cohn
Vestal, NY Divorce Attorney with 16 years of experience
Divorce, Elder, Estate Planning and Family
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Debra Cohn is the Managing Partner of Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Binghamton office. She focuses her practice on Family and Matrimonial Law, including Divorce, Child Support, Child Custody, Child Visitation, Spousal Support and Paternity. Debra has over 10 years of experience and skill representing clients in a vast array of topics relating to family and matrimonial law. She is dedicated to providing exceptional representation and the best possible outcomes for her clients.
Debra is a member of the New York State Bar Association and Broome County Bar Association. She has an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating. Debra received...
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Michelle L. Haskin
Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Albany Law School
Michelle practices exclusively in the field of matrimonial and family law, concentrating on matrimonial and family law, custody, domestic violence, and interstate issues. She has extensive experience representing clients in both Supreme and Family Court.
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Jo Ann Shartrand
Latham, NY Divorce Attorney with 39 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Albany Law School
EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE DIVORCE ATTORNEY Moving forward towards separation and divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Jo Ann Shartrand has the experience to guide you through the best legal process to meet your individual situation. She is an experienced Divorce and Family Law Attorney, but she also specializes in alternative dispute resolution options such as Collaborative Divorce and Divorce and Family Mediation. Choosing the best option for your divorce and separation is an important first step, so please contact Ms. Shartrand for a consultation to discuss all of the options for your individual...
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Richard W. Gunger
Auburn, NY Divorce Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Real Estate
Syracuse University College of Law
Richard W. Gunger has been practicing Law for almost 30 years with offices located at 5 Court Street, Auburn, New York proudly serving clients throughout Central New York and the surrounding areas. He works tirelessly for his clients and prides himself on obtaining the absolute best result for each and every client.
General Practice of Law including Bankruptcy (Chapter 7 and Chapter 13), Divorce, Separation, Wills and Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxies, Probate, Adoptions, Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Brain Injures, Guardianship, Adoption, Personal Injury, Small Claims, Appeals, Civil and Criminal Litigation, Real Estate, Real Estate Litigation, House...
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Peter Christopher Lomtevas
Schenectady, NY Divorce Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Municipal
Touro College
Peter Lomtevas is a licensed family law attorney specializing in divorce, child support, and child custody cases formerly in Schenectady and the New York Capitol region. A graduate of The Kew Forest School, Hofstra, and Touro College Law Center, Peter is also a member of the New York State Bar Association. Education • The Kew Forest School, 1966 - 1978 • Hofstra University, 1978 - 1981 • Touro College Law Center, 1993 - 1996 Civilian Awards • Distinguished Public Service Award, 2006: Brooklyn Borough President • Businessman of the Year, 2006: National Republican Congressional ...
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Kimberly B Allen
Saratoga Springs, NY Divorce Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Hofstra University
Kimberly B. Allen opened her divorce and family law practice in 1995 in Garden City, Long Island. After ten successful years, she chose to relocate her home and her law office to enjoy the quality of life that the Capital Region offers.
Although she has extensive litigation experience in both Federal Courts and State Courts located on Long Island, the five boroughs of New York City, and Westchester, her practice concentrates in the Capital Region ranging from Colombia, Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady and Saratpga Counties through Fulton, Essex and Montgomery Counties up through Warren and Washington Counties.
She is recognized...
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Christopher W. Folk
Syracuse, NY Divorce Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce, DUI & DWI and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
Christopher served in the Marine Corps, graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. In Applied Economics and Business Management, attended Northeastern University's High-Tech MBA Program and received a M.S. In Computer Information Systems. He received is Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law
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Andrew T. Coyle
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 12 years of experience
Suite 305
Syracuse, NY 13202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Real Estate
Brooklyn Law School
The Law Offices of Andrew T. Coyle provides zealous legal advocacy throughout New York State and New Jersey with a focus on matrimonial, family law, and commercial litigation matters. Andrew T. Coyle, Esq. began his legal career with the express purpose of helping others. He is passionate about achieving his client's goals and navigating them through any complex legal issue. He strives to maintain open, honest, and prompt communications so that clients know what is going on in their cases. He is a highly experienced and competent attorney with judicial clerkship experience in both federal and state court.
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Maria Morse
Syracuse, NY Divorce Lawyer
Free ConsultationDivorce, Education and Family
Trinity College Dublin and Quinnipiac University School of Law
Maria is a Partner with Youngman & Morse, PLLC, focusing her practice on Family and Matrimonial Law, as well as Education/School Law. Prior to co-founding her own firm, Maria was an attorney with Nave Law Firm, PLLC, where she continues to practice as an Of Counsel Attorney.
Maria has years of experience representing parents and grandparents in Family Court cases in New York State regarding custody, visitation, and child support matters, adoptions, juvenile delinquency, family offense and domestic violence, as well as child abuse and neglect proceedings.
Similarly, Maria also represents parents and educators involved in Office of Children and Family...
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Lisa DiPoala Haber
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 34 years of experience
(315) 216-0176
109 S. Warren St., Suite 304
Suite 302
Syracuse, NY 13202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Appeals and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
New York attorney Lisa DiPoala Haber is smart, tough, experienced and committed to the success of your case. Her practice areas include divorce, child custody and support, civil litigation, and appeals. She has handled both contested and uncontested divorces and cases involving alimony (also called “spousal support” or “maintenance”) and equitable distribution, as well as child custody and child support petitions. Attorney Lisa DiPoala Haber also handles related issues, such as enforcement and modification of post-divorce judgments, including enforcement and modification of custody, visitation and child support, and enforcement of spousal maintenance awards. In civil litigation, Lisa...
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Anthony J. Pietrafesa
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 41 years of experience
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Consumer
Syracuse University College of Law
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Julie Vaughn Mersereau
Syracuse, NY Divorce Attorney with 39 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
JULIE V. MERSEREAU, ESQ. focuses her practice on Collaborative Family Law and Divorce Mediation. MEDIATION provides assistance to couples as they negotiate towards the resolution of divorce, separation, reconciliation, parenting and other family issues. Mediation is a cooperative settlement process entered into voluntarily. The mediator acts as a neutral professional who helps the participants make practical, informed decisions to resolve their differences. This process encourages the participants to reach a voluntary agreement that is mutually satisfactory. The goal is to accomplish a “win – win” outcome wherein both parties have their needs and goals addressed and are “okay”...
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Amy Jo Knussman
Ballston Spa, NY Divorce Attorney with 21 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
Amy J. Knussman is a partner with DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Knussman is a graduate of Albany Law School and has been admitted to the New York State Bar since 2003. Ms. Knussman’s career began at The Donnellan Law Firm in 2001, while she was still attending Albany Law. After many years of hard work and dedication, Amy became a partner at DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC in January 2008. Amy focuses her practice in the areas of Matrimonial and Family Law and has been a member of the Saratoga County and Warren County Attorney for Children Panels...
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Teresa Donnellan
Ballston Spa, NY Divorce Attorney with 32 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
Teresa G. Donnellan is the managing partner of DONNELLAN & KNUSSMAN, PLLC. Attorney Donnellan is a graduate of Albany Law School and has more than 25 years experience in matrimonial and family law, both in litigated court proceedings and collaborative law matters. Teresa has been a member of the Saratoga County and Warren County Attorney for Children panels throughout her career in the Capital District and served as the Saratoga County Attorney for the Child Liaison. Teresa is an active member of multiple area organizations such as: the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, the Saratoga County Bar...
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Megan B. Van Aken
Albany, NY Divorce Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
I joined the Matrimonial and Family Law Department of McNamee Lochner P.C. in 2014. My practice is focused on Matrimonial Law, Family Court, Plaintiff's Personal Injury, and Civil Defense matters. With 20 years of experience, I am a skilled and accomplished civil litigator. Upstate New York Super Lawyers Magazine has honored me as a Super Lawyer for Family Law in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
In 1994, I received my B.B.A. from the University of Hartford. I earned my J.D. from Albany Law School of Union University in 1999. I am a member of the Capital District Women's Bar Association, Albany County...
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Charles Oliver Wolff
Trumansburg, NY Divorce Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Estate Planning
Syracuse University College
I am a 60-year veteran of the music industry and more recently designed and built special effects for Hollywood films. My earlier academic background is in Andean anthropology, and I graduated summa cum laude from the University Of New Mexico in 1989, with a special focus on linguistic anthropology, archaeology, and population genetics. After obtaining my Master's Degree in the same field from Cornell University in 1992, I began my work in the feature film industry, later enrolling in the Syracuse University College Of Law where I earned my Juris Doctor and began practicing law.
As the quintessential country lawyer,...
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Benjamin Karl Bergman
Binghamton, NY Divorce Attorney with 25 years of experience
Divorce, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
Extensive courtroom experience.