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99 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 300-K Jericho, NY 11753
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Firm Description :
Divorce - In New York, parties can obtain a divorce after living apart, pursuant to a separation agreement or judgment of separation for one year in New York. Thereafter either one of the parties may file for divorce. The divorce will be granted on a "no fault" basis provided all the formalities have been observed. In other cases, New York requires one of the grounds for divorce to be present such as: cruel and inhuman treatment; abandonment for one or more years; imprisonment for three or more years; or adultery. Equitable distribution of marital property, maintenance (f/k/a alimony), support, custody, and visitation are all issues that can be agreed upon or litigated in the divorce action. This law office fights hard to obtain the best result under the circumstances for each of its clients. A $150 per hour rate is available for divorce a separation matters (until 10/15/09). Support, custody, visitation - Spousal and child support, custody, and visitation proceedings can be started, enforced, or modified in a New York Supreme Court as a result of or after a divorce action. Spousal and child support, custody and visitation cases may also be started, enforced, or modified in Family Court. There is no precise formula for what is appropriate for spousal support or maintenance, rather a court determines what is fair and reasonable on a case by case basis. There are many factors which your lawyer can argue are appropriate to be considered for a court to award or deny maintenance. The amount of child support, on the other hand, is usually determined by a formula set forth by law and is usually fixed as an obligation of the "non-custodial" parent. The formula is usually followed by the court, but your lawyer may persuade the court that the calculation is unjust or inappropriate based on a variety of factors. An application for a downward or upward modification of a support order can be made based on changed circumstances. Jail time is a possiblity in cases of willful violations of support orders. The best interests of children is the most important consideration to a court in deciding custody and visitation matters. This office fights for what is fair. A $125 per hour rate is available for Family Court representation for custody, visitation, support, and family offense, order of protection matters (until 10/15/09).
Number of Attorneys :
1
Spoken Languages :
English, Conversational in Spanish
Office Location(s) :
99 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 300-K Jericho, NY 11753
Year Firm was Created :
2005
Firm Practices in These States :
New York
Practice Areas :
Divorce, Marriage, Alimony This law office fights hard to obtain the best results for its clients in cases involving equitable distribution of marital property, maintenance (f/k/a alimony), support, custody, and visitation. We can also help if your loved ones have legal issues involving juvenile delinquency, paternity, abuse, neglect, termination of parental rights, child protective proceedings, orders of protection, or family offense matters. We will fight for you! CALL NOW FOR FREE CONSULTATION!
Child Custody, Support, Adoption This law office fights hard to obtain the best results for its clients in cases involving equitable distribution of marital property, maintenance (f/k/a alimony), support, custody, and visitation. We can also help if your loved ones have legal issues involving juvenile delinquency, paternity, abuse, neglect, termination of parental rights, child protective proceedings, orders of protection, or family offense matters. We will fight for you! CALL NOW FOR FREE CONSULTATION!
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Attorney Profile
About the Attorney :
Darren M. Shapiro, Esq. received his Bachelor of Arts from Emory University and Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law. He was admitted to the New York State Bar in January 1999. Mr. Shapiro was admitted to federal practice for the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York in 2000.
Name of University Attended :
Emory University - B.A. Psychology
Name of Law School Attended :
University of Miami School of Law
Year admitted to the Bar :
1999
Admitted to Practice Law in the Following Courts :
He was admitted to the New York State Bar in January 1999. Mr. Shapiro was admitted to federal practice for the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York in 2000.
Professional Association Memberships :
Current Member Suffolk County Bar Association; Member of the Suffolk County Assigned Counsel Panel (18-B) for Appellate, Criminal, and Family Law Cases; Current member of the Suffolk County Bar Association Lawyers Assistance Committee. Prior memberships: Suffolk County Bar Association Criminal Law Committee; Suffolk County Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service, Queens Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service, Queens County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, New York State Bar Association Criminal Law Committee.
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Testimonials
-He was a kind, knowledgeable person whom helped me in a timely manner and finished my legal matter with nothing to besmirch my name. Thank you very much Mr. Shapiro.
-Darren was fantastic. He was always available to take calls and answered clearly and specifically. It was an absolute pleasure to deal with and succeeded in resolving my case expeditiously.
-Darren is a very nice, personable attorney. He is sensitive to your particular situation, and listens to his clients. What impressed me the most is the fact that Darren quoted me a flat fee for my case, and despite having to go to court 3 times, never once did he ask me for additional fees. I would retain his services again if need be, and would certainly recommend him to anyone in need of legal council.
-I thought Mr. Shapiro was great. This was my first time having to hire a lawyer and I could not have been happier with him. From the beginning he made me feel comfortable. He was very patient with me and he helped me understand what was going on and what to expect. He lets you know that you are free to contact him with any questions. I could not ask for a better lawyer. My case was resolved and we were very happy with his representation. I would highly recommend him.
-I am very pleased with the services I received by Mr. Shapiro. He did everything he could as a lawyer to help me out and succeeded. I would recommend him to anyone with legal issues. I would also use his services again if needed, but hopefully I will never have to.
-Darren Shapiro did an outstanding job with case he was hired for. His price was reasonable and his actions were effective in this case. I would hire this Lawyer again and highly recommend his services.
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Licensed as Attorney in: CA - 1999
10/21/09
Law School: University of Miami School of Law
10/21/09
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Verdicts & Settlements
I worked with a client on a post divorce battle. The case involves issues that deal with child custody, visitation rights and child support. I requested financial disclosure from the other party because I was skeptical of their income representations. They were less than forthright with their disclosure. I was able to obtain records via subpoena from Ebay and Paypal which confirmed my suspicions. We were succesful in having custody of one of the children changed to my client. On another case, I subpoenaed CPS employees to present testimony on behalf of my client which was damaging for the other side. After the close of our testimony we were able to settle the case with a modification of the previous custody and visitation order. I was assigned to defend a client against a family offense petition. My client insisted that he was innocent and refused to admit to the allegations. I advised him that it was his right to claim his innocence. At the hearing, many of my objections to the petitioner's testimony were sustained. At the close of the petitioner's case, I was successful in getting the judge to dismiss the petition and order of protection held against my client.
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