Divorce
New York City Divorce Lawyer
Top-Rated Divorce Representation in New York City
No divorce matter is the same, as no two couples are alike. Their needs and goals differ from other spouses’, which is why it’s essential to depend on attorneys who are well-versed in all types of divorce. Our highly trained New York City divorce lawyers are equipped to handle a variety of cases, no matter how complex.
Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce in New York
New York law allows for a no-fault divorce. Although you will no longer be required to establish grounds for the divorce — other than the marriage being irretrievably broken — all of the issues regarding property division, child and spousal support, and custody still must be resolved. This is where you need a skilled trial attorney from our firm to represent your rights.
- Uncontested: If you and your spouse can agree on the terms of your divorce, your New York City divorce attorney can act as a mediator and establish the details and conditions of your divorce.
- Contested: If there is contention and disagreement in the divorce, then a judge will decide your future.
Our Satisfied Clients
Kind Words From Real People
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“Thank you Mr. Perez for giving me my life back!”
Mr. H. Benjamin Perez saved my life. He got me the best possible outcome for my charges. I was looking at serious jail time on a federal charge and Mr. Perez was amazing. Thank you Mr. Perez for giving me my life back!- Happy Client -
“Awesome attorney!”
I highly recommend Mr Perez and his law firm. He is very knowledgeable in his field and got all my charges dismissed. Despite his busy schedule, I never felt like my case wasn't getting the attention it deserved. Throughout the entire case he was very easy to reach and kept me in the loop the whole time. Awesome lawyer.- Happy Client -
“My financial savior”
After all the deductions taken out from my Bi-weekly check & many failed attempts to reason with my childs mother,After all the money given to her only recognizing her wanting to take more & more, I hired Mr Perez & he established a FAIR child support arrangement that was very reasonable, I can now budget myself without the fear of having to pay all sorts of crazy amounts of money,I know many people have this problem, Mr Perez is the man for the job.- Steven -
“He is very responsible, loyal, & trustworthy.”
He is very responsible, loyal, & trustworthy, I have a court case with my daughter's mom where she wants to remove my daughter from my life,Mr. perez makes sure that I get all my rights as her father, he fights for my daughter as if he fought for his own.- Family Client -
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“Knowledgeable, very determined, trustworthy, dedicated to his profession”
Simply an outstanding Counsel! Knowledgeable, very determined, trustworthy, dedicated to his profession and always willing to schedule an appointment with you to address any questions or concerns you may have. My girlfriend (who is currently my wife) and I went to see him because we wanted to get marry but were unable to because her x-husband made it difficult for her to end the marriage legally. He acted like a gangster and constantly made threats making it impossible for her to begin a new life. As a consequence this created a lot of tension and emotional stress in our relationship and to be perfectly honest with you I was beginning to see a very vague future for us. Her divorce dragged in court but thank God that my wife had someone like Peter representing her for after a very lengthy and ugly battle in court she was able to obtain a divorce. Peter is simply outstanding and we thank him for all the work that he put into my wife's case.- Happy Client -
“Excellent customer service and we got our case dismissed!”
Mr. Perez represented my husband with a case and we were very pleased with his level of professionalism and customer service. We live in Georgia now and had to travel to take care of business. We went through so many attorneys in NY before finding Perez. Perez kept me informed every step of the way and was always available to speak with me and answer my questions, even on the WEEKEND he answered my emails!! Excellent customer service and we got our case dismissed! I would recommend him to many others.- Katrina -
“Mr. Perez was by far the best NYC criminal defense lawyer I have ever had represent me.”
Mr. Perez was by far the best NYC criminal defense lawyer I have ever had represent me. (I have had quite a few run-ins with the law!) He is by far the best. He got my charges dismissed at trial. He's the man. If you are in trouble this is your guy. Thanks Mr. Perez for your help. I am happy to write this review for you.- Happy Client
What Sets Us Apart?
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Accessible to Clients 24/7 for emergencies only
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Career Trial Lawyers & Professional Litigators
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A Long Track Record of Positive Verdicts
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Recipient of Avvo Clients' Choice & 10.0 Superb Awards
Why You Need Our New York City Divorce Attorney
Our New York City divorce lawyers at H. Benjamin Perez & Associates, P.C. have represented clients for years. We are bilingual (Spanish and English) trial lawyers who are extremely committed to upholding our clients’ best interests and focused on case preparation along with courtroom presentation.
Frequently Asked Divorce Questions:
1. What is a mediated divorce?
- A couple that has chosen to end their marriage but is still capable of constructive communication and cooperation can use mediation to carry out their divorce. A trained mediator can act as a neutral third party to facilitate discussion, representing neither the husband nor the wife. The mediator will also act to ensure that every relevant question is fully addressed before bringing the petition for divorce to the court for approval.
2. How much will getting a divorce cost me?
- The cost of a divorce will be in proportion to the amount of work required. This is one of the reasons you should only choose a New York City divorce attorney who can effectively tackle every aspect of your case. Unskilled legal representation can lead to the process bogging down or dragging on far longer than needed, costing you much more than necessary. We encourage couples to get a collaborative divorce wherever possible for this reason.
3. What are the grounds for divorce in New York?
- Until 2010, our state had strict requirements for getting a divorce. You had to prove that you were the victim of cruel and inhuman treatment, abandonment for at least a year or adultery. You could complain that your spouse had been imprisoned for 3 years after your marriage, or you had to get a legal separation prior to divorce. Now, you can get a divorce on the grounds that the marriage has been irretrievably broken for at least 6 months, which is essentially a no-fault divorce.
4. How does the court determine child custody?
- The senior guiding principle the court will use is, "What is in the best interests of the children?" Whether your child custody is decided by the judge or if you are seeking approval of a parenting plan you and your former spouse have agreed upon, it is necessary to prove that the arrangement will foster the emotional and physical well-being and happiness of the children. The same is true for child support, visitation and grandparents rights.
Our compassionate New York City divorce lawyer is prepared to help you navigate your situation as smoothly as possible. Call (646) 770-0989 to get started.