I have been practicing law for more than 30 years.I am proud to have attained Martindale-Hubbell’s® AV® peer-review rating. My practice has primarily focused on family law. My legal experience includes sophisticated commercial litigation, which is a true asset to my private family law practice.Clients call my firm and speak directly with me. I strive to make myself available to my clients when they need advice or guidance. I also like to preserve a sense of humor about life and bring that to my legal practice.I personally handle all aspects of my clients’ claims. This hands-on approach allows me to provide the kind of service that is truly beneficialto my clients:Keeping legal fees manageableGaining a full understanding of my clients’ casesProviding one-on-one legal counselAdmitted to PracticeNew York State Bar (1982)U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1983)U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1991)U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1993)EducationJuris Doctor, St. John’s University (1981). Queens, New YorkArtium Baccalaureatus, Syracuse University (1978). Syracuse, New YorkProfessional OrganizationsThe New York City Bar Association—Member, Matrimonial Committee (1999-2000)New York State Bar Association—Member, Commercial and Federal Litigation SectionsAmerican Bar Association—Practice Areas: Matrimonial Law, Family Law, Commercial Litigation, GuardianshipAmerican Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers – Member