Alan is an experienced family law attorney who assists clients seeking a modern, efficient, and forward-looking approach to resolving their matters. A fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Alan makes every effort to settle cases out of court, helping clients to maximize control and certainty over the outcome.Alan works on matters involving a diverse range of professionals and their spouses, including business owners, lawyers, investors, and entertainers. His capabilities span the range of family law matters, with special expertise in evaluating the optimal strategy to manage and resolve complex financial and custody disputes. Agreements (separation, prenuptial, postnuptial) are designed to create a framework for the future. With that in mind, Alan approaches dispute resolution with an eye toward facilitating cooperation and reducing conflict. Understanding that divorce can affect the trajectory of a person’s life, Alan focuses on clients’ long-term financial and familial best interests. He offers wise counsel and makes sound judgments based on experience and the law. Alan works to develop pragmatic solutions that keep decisions in the hands of clients and outside the courtroom whenever possible. Alan encourages clients to speak freely about what is important to them and keeps lines of communication open from start to finish because it is fundamental to success. If a case cannot settle, Alan brings impressive credentials to the courtroom, including first chair trial experience in domestic relations matters, and at an early stage in his career, examining witnesses before the U.S. International Trade Commission. Alan knows that every client—whether a young professional, stay-at-home parent, high net worth executive or otherwise—expects value from their lawyer. His goal is always to produce smart, efficient results that propel clients forward to the next stage of their lives.Alan is co-chair of the Committee on Legislation for the Family Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. He was named a 2014 Rising Star by New York Super Lawyers and has been recognized by Best Lawyers 2020. Alan speaks and writes frequently on matters of family law.