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Great Neck

Nassau County - Great Neck

Great Neck, New York After a number of years perfecting and developing his understanding and skills in matrimonial and family law, Darren M. Shapiro offers his clients the ability to access the personalized guidance and in-depth knowledge that can only be obtained by a professional, effective attorney. Local residents in Great Neck, NY can use Mr. Shapiro's skills and familiar knowledge of Nassau County, Long Island to move through a difficult period in their lives as successfully and healthily as possible. Over the years, Darren has worked alongside wives and husbands to help them move through their divorce as successfully as possible.

Throughout his fifteen years of legal experience, Mr. Shapiro has dealt with various matrimonial and family law cases, which he has approached with due care and attention in every circumstance. He offers a personalized approach to his cases, so that his clients can feel assured that they're getting the best counsel for their needs. If you would like to move through your divorce with as little contest as possible, our office in Nassau County provides mediation services to assist you in coming to a mutually beneficial conclusion. Mr. Shapiro is also a certified collaborative law attorney for those who want a team approach to settlement that is somewhere in between mediation and litigation. No matter what, Darren seeks to give his clients a secure, safe environment, where they can peacefully discuss the terms of their divorce.

Divorce in the Great Neck Region

An area in Long Island that stretches over a peninsula on the North Shore, Great Neck includes the various villages of Great Neck, as well as the Estates and Great Neck Plaza. The incorporated village reported a population of approximately 9,989 during the 2010 census, and the larger Great neck area reports a residential community of around 40,000 people in hamlets and villages. In total, Great Neck supports five different postal zones, and a singular school district.

Our research into the marriage statistics of Great Neck found that approximately 57.5% of the population are currently married. City-data.com also informed us that 6.3% of the population are now divorced. Regardless of where you may choose to call home, it's important to remember that divorce can always happen in any relationship. The best possible way of moving forward with your life when a break like this happens, is to find a professional who can help you manage the proceedings as easily as possible. Darren M. Shapiro carefully assists his clients throughout the divorce process, so that they can be as simple and pain-free as possible.

Choosing Divorce Attorneys

Often, the concept of choosing a divorce attorney to help you deal with your divorce can be incredibly difficult. After all, this is the expert that you are trusting to help you make decisions in your best interest. An attorney may be involved with your divorce from the start to the finish, or they may work with you on a limited basis. Hiring the right attorney is important.

If you need help when it comes to negotiating your divorce agreement, Darren M. Shapiro works to be a problem-solver, adept at compromise, comfortable under pressure, and capable of keeping you outside of court whenever possible. If you know from the start that you will be headed for a court room trial, it may help you to know that your attorney has familiarity with and knowledge of the supreme and family courts in Nassau County. Because Darren M. Shapiro is acquainted with the practices within your local jurisdiction, it can make the process of dealing with complicated cases much easier.

If you're unsure about the kind of guidance or help that you might need to get through the divorce procedure, you may find it helpful to speak to our office. Contact us to talk about the circumstances of your particular case, and we will give you the best advice possible as to which route will be most beneficial for you. One solution that you may find particularly appealing is mediation, which is designed to help you and your spouse end your relationship in amicable terms. Mr. Shapiro is an experienced and certified mediator, who has helped numerous couples to reach a peaceful settlement during divorce proceedings.

In certain situations, you may feel that it is better for yourself and your ex-partner to seek out individual representation. Darren can also help with this approach to divorce, ensuring that your best interests are protected and giving you the direction that you need to choose the right path every step of the way. He will give you the tools and resources you need to work through difficult matters such as maintenance, spousal support, and of course, the equitable distribution of assets.

Regardless of how you might decide to deal with your divorce or family law issue, Mr. Shapiro will also do everything he can to protect you from the stress of litigation, by attempting to ensure any appropriate case is settled away from a court environment. Unfortunately however, some cases require litigation to take place, and in these situations, Mr. Shapiro will be a force used to keep you supported throughout the growth and conclusion of your case.

Access to Professional Attorney Assistance

Over the years, Darren M. Shapiro has gathered a large variety of different experiences in dealing with family law throughout New York City, the surrounding areas and Long Island. However, despite this, he has found that his largest percentage of cases seem to stem from Nassau County. Often, residents of Great Neck will need to present their case at either the family or Supreme Court in Nassau County. If you are currently living in Great Neck, NY, don't be afraid to visit our Nassau County office and discuss the details of your specific situation within a free consultation.

If you'd like to learn more about divorce and family law, please don't hesitate to visit our blog at www.longislandfamilylawandmediation.com. You can also evaluate the numerous testimonials that we have received from other, happy clients. We hope to talk to you soon, and if you decide that you have any questions you'd like to ask, or simply want to book your free consultation, email Darren or contact us via phone call at (516) 333-6555.

Client Reviews
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"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." Anonymous
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“Darren was excellent in court and able to negotiate a fair settlement in my Child support case.” Anonymous
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“Hands down, he is the best att'y I have ever dealt with. He is thorough, objective, and above all, extremely dedicated.” Anonymous