Woodhaven Lawyers

I Specialize in Debtor and Creditor issues, Commercial Arbitration and Litigation, Judgment Enforcement and Collections, Bankruptcy Reclamations and Preferences, International Legal Issues, and have strong associations with National and International clients. I have over 35 years of legal experience and have handled both notable and common litigations and arbitrations. Attended Northwestern University, B.A., City University of the State of New York, Ancient Greek Philosophy, Masters 1982; The New School for Social Research, New York, Modern European Philosophy, Masters 1983; Cardozo Law School, J.D., 1986. I have written and lectured on a broad range of Legal Issues including: "Fraudulent Conveyances (New...

Introducing Tom Anelli, Your Expert Defender Against DWI Charges Unlocking nearly two decades of dedicated expertise, Tom Anelli stands as the Senior Partner at Tom Anelli & Associates—a distinguished practice entirely devoted to DWI defense. With a fervent commitment to refining the most effective strategies, Tom has honed his skills to protect individuals facing DWI allegations. Tom's remarkable achievements extend far and wide, including prestigious recognitions such as selection to Super Lawyers, the Nation’s Top One Percent, and the Nation’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Notably, Tom has received specialized training directly from National Patent Analytical Systems, the leading manufacturer of the breath-testing devices...

Dan Johnston is an innovative and aggressive attorney with proven success on both sides of personal injury, insurance defense, breach of contract, fraud, complex commercial, and trade secrets litigation. These results have included representing seriously injured plaintiffs, pursuing novel applications of RICO and fraud statutes, representing insurance companies in high-exposure claims, pursuing and defending defamation claims, and more. Dan also has developed a highly sought-after practice as one of the leading cannabis attorneys in the State of New York for both litigation needs and business consulting. Dan has been featured as an expert on New York Cannabis Law in a variety...

Jason A. Richman , Esq., Construction worker injury; medical malpractice; car accidents; wrongful death; other serious personal injuries. Since 1997.

I founded The Pollack Law Firm, P.C. in 1997, focusing exclusively on matrimonial and family law, including contested and uncontested divorce, separation, prenuptial agreements, modifications, enforcement, and other related legal areas. I am recognized as one of the leading divorce attorneys in Nassau and Suffolk counties. I hold a "Preeminent AV Rated" title by Martindale-Hubbell among many other awards and honors I have received throughout my career. In 2015, I was appointed to the Matrimonial Special Masters Panel in Nassau County. In this role as Special Master, I assist the Court by collaborating with attorneys and clients in particularly challenging cases. I...

Since 1984, I have had the honor of representing clients in civil and criminal appeals, and complex litigation. During that time, I have continually been learning from my colleagues, and also contributing to the advancement of the law by lecturing and authoring articles on appellate practice and other legal topics. A commitment to excellence is the driving force behind my approach to each and every case.

Mat Paulose has more than 24 years of litigation experience. He's handled more than 200 cases in the federal courts of New York and more than 200 cases in New York state courts. He has serviced more than 2000 clients. He has conducted jury trials in Westchester County, New York County, Kings County, Queens County, and Nassau County. He has tried a variety of cases, ranging from civil rights to contract rights, from personal injury to property disputes, from lien law to employment law. On the plaintiff's side, he has been in the Top Verdicts...

I have been a Business Mediator, Arbitrator, and Litigator, as well as ADR Law Consultant, Trainer, Author, and Speaker for decades. NOTE: Effective 2016, I have retired from the practice of law, and no longer represent clients as their advocate. Effective March 2023, I retired as a neutral business arbitrator and mediator. I am FULLY RETIRED from all practice. Most entrepreneurs, professionals (including lawyers), and business managers and owners lack true and complete knowledge about Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR). I hope to educate and enlighten them regarding the advantages of ADR and avoiding more costly court...

Michael C. Barrows is a seasoned attorney who specializes in all areas of matrimonial law, from trial to appellate levels. His practice has a strong focus on complex contested divorce litigation. Mr. Barrows is equally adept in representing clients in uncontested divorce matters, divorce mediation, and the negotiation of separation and pre-nuptial agreements. In addition to his matrimonial law practice, Mr. Barrows has extensive experience as a trial attorney and appellate advocate, successfully handling complex civil, criminal, and commercial cases on behalf of clients across New York City, including Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, and Nassau and Suffolk Counties in Long...

Selecting the right lawyer can determine the outcome of your case. When a client selects an attorney, they are often doing so at a very stressful time in their life and it is usually a major investment. Our firm understands that. Every client should feel that they matter because they do at Law Offices of Seidner & Associates, PC. We hope that the evaluations by other clients and attorneys speak for themselves. I look forward to meeting with you in person.

Attorney David Bliven graduated with honors from Syracuse University in 1993 with a B.A. in Sociology. He went on to serve as a judicial intern and statistician with the NYS Commission on City Court Judicial Reallocation with the Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Judge.

David Bliven then attended law school at New York Law School, where he graduated with honors and ranked within the top 15% of his class.

He then worked in private practice for a year, doing mostly matrimonial work, before serving as a prosecutor for nearly 3 years with the NYC Administration for Children's Services. There he prosecuted...

Steven R. Smith was born in Queens, New York and has lived in Queens County, Kings County, Nassau County and Suffolk County. After receiving an undergraduate and masters degree in Psychology, he went on to obtain a law degree from prestigious "St. John's University School of Law." He has given back to students there by serving as a "mock trial" Judge and hired interns to learn about the practicalities of law. Steven started his career learning insurance personal injury defense, working for one of the most prestigious defense firms in New York. He thereafter worked for one of...

Shawn Barnett is a skilled litigator and trial attorney who is dedicated to helping those who have been victimized by law enforcement or correctional officers. He has received multiple million-dollar settlements for his clients and has been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star multiple times. During his time as an attorney, Shawn has represented numerous clients who have been injured by those who have abused their authority. He has vigorously pursued a wide variety of claims on behalf of his clients, including false arrest, malicious prosecution, excessive force, wrongful death, and sexual assault. Shawn has a particular focus on police involved...

Adam David Goldstein is a partner at Cobert Haber & Haber whose practice focuses on all aspects of Matrimonial and Family Law.

Adam began his career in Matrimonial Law writing drafts of judicial opinions for the Administrative Judge of the Matrimonial Part in Kings County Supreme Court. There he gained invaluable insight into judicial reasoning which guides his approach to providing effective strategies and solutions to his clients.

Adam now represents litigants from all backgrounds, navigating them through the divorce process with equal parts calculation and compassion.

In addition to his primary focus on Matrimonial matters, Adam has experience in areas...

Richard Hochhauser is the founding partner at the Law Office of Richard Hochhauser, PLLC. As a former Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Hochhauser is a proven trial attorney having successfully taken numerous criminal cases to verdict and is highly experienced in all aspects of criminal law. As an ADA, Mr. Hochhauser prosecuted thousands of criminal cases, including DWI, hit and run, drug sale and possession, assault, domestic violence, larceny, financial fraud, ID theft, and many others. Further, Mr. Hochhauser was chosen to be a member of a specialized unit which focused on DWI and DUI prosecution.

As part of this appointment,...

Ariana J. Tadler is the founder and managing partner of Tadler Law LLP. With over 27 years of legal experience, she advocates for consumers and investors against corporate fraud and abuse while litigating and managing securities, consumer and data breach class actions, and complex litigation. Ariana is considered one of the leading women litigators in the country. She is described by Chambers USA as one who “passionately defends her clients’ interests to the greatest extent possible.” She is sought after for her unique legal and technological acumen and case management skills. Ariana graduated from Hamilton College with a Bachelor of Arts...

Anne-Marie Janine “A.J.” de Bartolomeo is a shareholder and partner at Tadler Law LLP with over thirty years of experience, prosecuting class actions, and complex collective matters in courts throughout the country. She has been named among the highest class of attorneys for professional ethics and legal skills with an AV-Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by her peers for inclusion in the Northern California Super Lawyers list every year since 2013. A.J. graduated from Fairfield University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Economics where she was a National Merit Scholar. She then received her Juris...

Christopher Marlborough is the founder of the Marlborough Law Firm. He is passionate about representing workers on wage theft issues. Chris earned an undergraduate graduate degree from State University of New York at Purchase from which he graduated magna cum laude. He earned a juris doctor degree from Brooklyn Law School, from which he also graduated magna cum laude. Chris has been practicing in litigation since 2004 and has concentrated his practice on complex class and collective action cases since 2007. In both 2013 and 2014, Chris was selected by his peers and experts in the field as one of...

AJ Temsamani has devoted his entire legal career to resolving divorce and family law matters. AJ is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating available and a "testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence". AJ has consistently been selected as a New York Super Lawyer since 2012 which is an achievement bestowed upon only five percent of lawyers in the state. AJ has also consistently been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the area of...

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Mr. Zuniga is the founder and partner of the law firm of Cesar Zuniga, Esq., Attorney at Law. He practices in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, real estate and more. Attorney Zuniga is licensed to practice law in the State of New York, the State of New Jersey and the United States District Court (Southern District of New York and Eastern District of New York). Cesar received his bachelor's degree from Manhattan College in 2000 graduating magna cum laude. He attended Pace University School of Law in White Plains where he graduated in 2003 with honors....

Michael Arbeit was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1998. Mr. Arbeit is also admitted to practice in the Federal Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. Mr. Arbeit worked for a law firm until 2002 when Michael A. Arbeit, P.C. was born. The boutique law firm is devoted to all Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, and serious Personal Injury (accident) related matters. No case is too big or too small. Mr. Arbeit personally handles all of his clients cases from initial intake to final disposition of the matter. Attorney Arbeit...

The Rizzuto Law Firm is a 7 attorney law firm with a long reliable history. 3 of our attorneys have been together for over 20 years. 5 for over 10. Over half the staff has been with the firm for well over 10 years. We represent individuals in serious personal injury, medical malpractice and nursing home neglect claims. We bring a very unique experience to our cases because we also I also represent corporations, insurance carriers, & municipalities in the defense of personal injury claims. Our firm is one of the few law...

After graduating from Law School, I immediately opened a private practice in Garden City, NY, where I focus my energy and expertise on the issues of matrimonial law, father's rights,custody, visitation, re-location, child support, sexual abuse, and same sex marriages. My goal is to help my client's define their priorities and provide them with the ammunition to fight for them during the divorce process. It's important for clients to be able to function and thrive independently and to support themselves and their children while maintaining their current lifestyle. A successful divorce allows the client to maintain their dignity, integrity and...

Terence J. Ricaforte, grew up in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. After graduating from Manhattan College with a B.S. in Business Administration, he earned a J.D. from New York Law School. Since 2008, Terence has primarily practiced in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Estate Litigation, Medicaid Planning, Real Estate, Tax and Business Succession Planning.

Mr. Ricaforte started his legal career as an attorney with the Miami Dade State Attorneys Office. He became an Assistant State Attorney in 2006 and prosecuted misdemeanor and felony crimes through at least 15 jury and numerous bench trials. Mr. Ricaforte then...

Amy Cobert Haber is a partner and one of the founders of the firm. Her practice focuses mainly on all aspects of Matrimonial and Family Law as well as Criminal defense work.

Since 1988 Amy has equally represented both men and women, monied spouses and un-monied spouses, in their actions for divorce, both when they are the plaintiff and the defendant.

Because of this experience, she understands the dynamics from both sides and can counsel her clients as to what they are entitled to and what they can expect.

I am Luigi Vigliotti, a former New York State Prosecutor and a seasoned criminal trial lawyer. My practice is primarily focused on criminal law, with a particular emphasis on DWI/DUI defense and general vehicular criminal defense. I previously served as a traffic prosecutor at 801 Axinn Ave (formerly 16 Cooper Street, Hempstead), where I managed both simple and complex traffic matters from arraignment to trial. Before you hire any lawyer, please ensure they have the necessary experience to handle your case. During my tenure in the District Attorney’s Office, I was assigned to the prestigious DWI/DUI unit. There, I successfully prosecuted...

“My ideal case is helping a nervous client with years of unfiled tax returns” - Peter Alizio

I work at Alizio Law, PLLC. Our goal is simple to help taxpayers with tax problems. Our firm is unique being a law firm that offers in-house tax return preparation services a benefit for non-filer clients.

I started my professional career working in public accounting and became a New York CPA in 2005. I graduated from St. John's University School of Law in 2014. I subsequently was admitted to the New York State Bar & U.S. Tax Court in 2015.

I represent individuals with tax...

Michael Ettinger is the Author of "Elder Law Estate Planning" and has been practicing Elder Law Estate Planning since 1991. With twelve attorneys and 25 staff members Ettinger Law Firm is New York's largest Elder Law Estate Planning Firm. We provide free consultations for Revocable and Irrevocable Living Trusts, Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Medicaid Applications, Special Needs Trusts, Probate, Estate Administration, Estate Tax Planning and all other areas of Elder Law Estate Planning.
Always friendly and personable, our staff will make you feel at ease with whatever issues you are facing and we are happy to give you...

Gianni is native of Italy. He holds a B.B.A. from Hofstra University. He has always been interested in making a difference. As a result, while in law school, he started getting involved as a summer intern for the Legal Aid and Defender Association in Detroit, Michigan, where he gained a greater understanding of the different aspects of the criminal justice system. He received his J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law where he served as President of the International Law Society. He looks forward every day to being the voice of an individual facing charges of felonies,...

Attorney Lloyd C. Rosen, Esq. has been a member of Wisselman, Harounian & Associates since 2005. He is skilled in all areas of family law, including separation, divorce, child custody, child and spousal support, visitation rights, domestic violence, property distribution, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. To help families through difficult matters, Attorney Rosen also provides services in the areas of grandparent custody, visitation paternity issues, enforcements of support payments, as well as support termination. On a regular basis, Attorney Rosen serves in Family and Supreme Courts throughout Long Island and the five boroughs of New York City. Aside from...

Led by a Former Nassau County and Brooklyn Prosecutor, Founder of The R.M.L. Law Firm, PLLC The R.M.L. Law Firm, PLLC is a trusted Long Island criminal defense firm located in Nassau County. We proudly serve clients throughout Long Island, Queens, and NYC. Our practice focuses on criminal defense, traffic violations on Long Island, and special education representation in NYC. Founded in 2025 by a former prosecutor for Nassau County and Brooklyn, and a former NYC Special Education Hearing Officer, our firm delivers straightforward, flat-rate pricing so clients can make informed decisions with confidence and peace of mind.

Premier Real Estate Attorney in Staten Island. We represent Purchasers and Sellers of houses, condominiums and co-ops throughout the Staten Island, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and the New York Metropolitan Area. We treat each deal with the same level of importance, attention, and urgency. Each stage of the transaction is carefully explained, and the client is personally guided through the process making the buying or selling experience smooth, clear, and enjoyable.

Steven Miller, Esq. is the founding member and Senior Partner in Miller, Montiel & Strano, P.C. Mr. Miller's extensive career as a trial attorney spans five decades. He tries cases for the catastrophically injured victims of medical malpractice, construction site, motor vehicle and premises accidents caused by the negligence of others. Mr. Miller is a detail oriented, tenacious attorney committed to achieving the maximum results for his clients; he has obtained numerous seven figure verdicts and settlements. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Mr. Miller at a young age found his calling in law to redress...

Representing motorcyclists and advertising in motorcycle magazines for 12 years. Philip Franckel was the first motorcycle accident lawyer to advertise in the largest New York motorcycle magazine.

Itamar Levy & Associates is located in the heart of Melville and New York City. Our firm is dedicated to providing the finest quality legal representation, advice and counseling. To us each client is treated with respect and not just seen as a case or matter. Our motto is “To Us, It’s Personal” for a reason. When you are represented by the Itamar Levy & Associates your case is as personal to us as it is to you. We offer extensive knowledge in Real Estate, Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Divorce and Family Law, Business Law, and Litigation. The...

Ama Karikari Yawson, Esq. is the visionary behind Milestales Publishing and Education Consulting. She is also the accomplished author of best-selling books, including "The Talk: A Black Family’s Conversation about Racism and Police Brutality" and "Sunne’s Gift." Her insightful articles have graced the pages of reputable publications such as MSNBC's The Grio, The Huffington Post, The Atlantic, and Madame Noire. Ms. Yawson has been featured on prominent television programs, including The Today Show, Al Jazeera's The Stream, The Nate Berkus Show, and Fox Business. Furthermore, she is a highly regarded radio personality, hosting her weekly show, "How to Make it in the...

David Mejias is a Long Island attorney specializing in family law and divorce. He is a managing partner at Mejias, Milgrim, Alvarado & Lindo where he has practiced law for 26 years. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Long Island Hispanic Bar Foundation, the charitable branch of the Long Island Hispanic Bar Association where he has previously served as President. In 2003, Dave Mejias became the first Latino elected to the Nassau County Legislature, where he served from 2004 to 2010. In 2013, Dave was recognized by Long Island Pulse as a Top Ten Legal Eagle,...

Personalized care & attention to your concerns & issues by atty with 35+ years' experience, rated 5.0 " "AV® Preeminent" on lawyers.com and martindale.com (highest ratings achievable). Experience includes successful representation of numerous individuals in Chapters 7, 11 and 13 cases; public corporations & other businesses in Chapter 11 Bankruptcies; defendants in preference, fraudulent conveyance, & other bankruptcy & commercial litigation; and buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. Former bankruptcy trustee in LI for 20+ years. Interviewed on television twice about Bankruptcy Law and issues. Former Chief Law Clerk for Bankruptcy Judge. Wrote numerous articles published in NY...

Moses Apsan, Esq. emigrated from Brazil in 1955. He is a past President of the Federal Bar Association, New Jersey Chapter (1997-2002), and was Coordinator of the Annual Immigration Seminar, and a member of The American Immigration Lawyers Association. He graduated New York Law School with a Juris Doctor, Cum Laude degree and was an editor and writer for the Law Review. He graduated from Long Island University in 1970 with a degree in Business Management. He is a 1966 graduate of The Bronx High School of Science. He writes for jornal.us and The Brasilian. He hosts a weekly...