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Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights, Queens County Divorce Lawyer

Deer Park, Suffolk County, New YorkWhen two people get married, they do so with the hope that they're going to spend their entire lives together. Of course, human beings are unpredictable, and relationships don't always go according to plan. Although partners can work hard to fix broken parts in a relationship, sometimes things go wrong, or dynamics change which lead to the impromptu end of a marriage. Whether the end of this relationship is on mutual terms or not, it's fair to say that divorce is always a complicated, emotional, and often overwhelming concept for most parties. That's why it's so important for anyone in Jackson Heights, Queens to ensure they have the right support, from the right divorce attorney.

Although it's tempting to believe that you'll never have to deal with the issue of divorce in your life (and hopefully you won't), it's good to know that there's someone nearby to help if something goes wrong. The good news is that New York currently has one of the lowest divorce rates in the country, according to the New York Post. However, if you happen to be one of the unfortunate few, it can be helpful to remind yourself that you have assistance nearby from a divorce lawyer who has handled multiple cases throughout Long Island, New York, and Queens, just like yours. Attorney Darren Shapiro is always ready to help.

Your Divorce Attorney in Jackson Heights

Conveniently situated nearby the borough of Queens in New York, Mr. Shapiro is an experienced and caring family lawyer with years of practice supporting clients through the most complex cases. As a trained mediator, child custody attorney and collaborative lawyer, Mr. Shapiro have offered numerous Jackson Heights clients the support they need to get through mediation, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods too.

As a neighborhood located within the Northwestern part of Queens, Jackson Heights is conveniently close to Attorney Shapiro. The neighborhood makes up a part of the Queens Community Board 3, and it's bordered by North Corona to one side, and Woodside to the other. According to statistics taken from city data, 37.7% of all households include married couples, compared to 43.8% throughout New York. Additionally, while 52.4% of all households in New York include married couples with children, only 22.8% of people share that dynamic in Jackson Heights.

No matter the details of your situation, Attorney Shapiro can offer the knowledge you need to navigate a complicated period in your life. He has almost two decades of experience to bring to the table when it comes to family law, and his extensive knowledge of the local Queens courts makes him particularly useful to people in Jackson Heights. Attorney Shapiro has assisted couples in figuring out how assets and debts need to be distributed between parties, whether certain spouses should be eligible for maintenance, and how visiting times and custody should be implemented. No matter the complexity surrounding your case, Mr. Shapiro is on hand to help with a caring approach and a devotion to success.

A Jackson Heights Child Custody Lawyer

Although many of Attorney Shapiro's cases revolve around divorce, he is available to support Jackson Height residents in all aspects of family law, ranging from name changes to child custody support. In fact, Mr. Shapiro is particularly experienced as a child custody attorney and can help partners to address the best interests of their children through litigation, collaborative law, and mediation. Indeed, mediation is often the preferred option of dispute resolution for many parents who are seeking to end a divorce on amicable terms for the parties and for the benefit of children. During a mediation session, Mr. Shapiro can provide a safe space for parties to come together and discuss the needs of the child when it comes to everything from child maintenance and support, to visitation rights and parenting time. In some cases, it may even be helpful to take on a collaborative law approach, where Mr. Shapiro accesses the input of experts from around the legal field to assist clients in making important decisions about the future.

Of course, alternative dispute resolution won't be the right way forward for everything. Mr. Shapiro's close proximity to the Queens courts also means that it's an effective, and well-versed litigator for cases around divorce and child custody. In all cases, Mr. Shapiro is happy to discuss the needs of his clients in depth to find the best possible route forward for their needs. From his welcoming location just off the Jericho Turnpike within Nassau County, Mr. Shapiro offers an easy-to-access source of legal information and guidance. Attorney Shapiro's experience allows clients to access the expertise and support they need quickly when they want to overcome the concerns surrounding divorce and family law as quickly as possible.

Choosing your Jackson Heights Family Lawyer

Unfortunately, it's safe to say that dealing with a family law case in Queens County and beyond will always be a complicated and stressful experience. However, that doesn't mean that you can't take steps to reduce the strain as much as possible. The right legal representation from someone with experience in both your area and the complex nuances of family law, can help to simplify the process for you. This means that you can hopefully move through the divorce or family law experience as quickly as possible and start to explore the possibilities of your new life. Attorney Shapiro is located on the Jericho Turnpike, only a short drive away from Jackson Heights.

If you're looking for your Jackson Heights family lawyer, Attorney Shapiro is ready to answer your questions, or book your initial consultation with you. You can start booking in your conversations today by calling Mr. Shapiro at (516) 333-6555.

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