New York divorce attorney STEPHEN I. SILBERFEIN commits himself to providing the highest quality of representation at a reasonable cost.

When you're going through divorce, it may seem as if your life is out of control. Yet at this confusing and often highly emotional time, you need to have the confidence, security, and knowledge to make crucial decisions about your future; you want to feel as protected as possible; and you also want to know that your divorce will be resolved in a fair and efficient manner. Manhattan divorce lawyer Stephen I. Silberfein can deliver on all counts: Mr. Silberfein is a leading matrimonial practitioner, who with his two associates, Maggie I. Kaminer and Courtney S. Lewis, each of whom have practiced matrimonial law exclusively, will ensure that you fully understand and anticipate each step of the process, keep you fully informed of your case's development, empower you to make good choices, and do their best to keep your costs down.

"I always give my clients a clear understanding of the options available," explains Silberfein, a New York divorce attorney who has practiced law for 35 years and concentrates on divorce, separation, premarital planning, child custody, child support, and other family-law matters. "They get an overview of the law, an explanation of what should happen, and my assessment of possible obstacles, and I estimate the time and expense of each phase, so that I can eliminate most of the surprises. I strategize with the client at the beginning in terms of goals, what my client needs to accomplish, and the fastest way to get there -- whether that's by negotiation or litigation."

A straightforward, honest and empathetic lawyer who knows how to make clients feel relaxed and confident, he resolves the vast majority of divorce cases peacefully. "There's almost no matrimonial case that can't be settled amicably, with the possible exception of complex custody cases. Part of my job is to dampen the fires so that the case isn't as hotly contested. If we can reach a reasonably fast, fair settlement, then the parties can walk away with their dignity and finances intact." Silberfein has a history of settling difficult cases due to his strong negotiating skills. "It takes four people to settle a matrimonial case," he says, referring to the two parties and their lawyers, "but only one to keep the case going. To resolve it reasonably, you must work well with the opposing counsel." But if the "other side" makes peaceful negotiation impossible, Silberfein will bring his years of experience as a litigator to court to "make sure that 'hard-ball tactics' by an adversary does not work to my client's disadvantage."

Silberfein is an effective communicator -- in writing, by telephone, and in person -- to his clients and anyone else he deals with in a case. He's a perfectionist when it comes to the quality and clarity of any legal papers, and he always keeps the lines of communication open with clients. "I make it a practice to return all client phone calls as soon as possible," he says. "My clients always experience a high level of personal service and contact."

Hardworking and always prepared, Silberfein constantly researches new developments in the law and stays abreast of emerging trends. "The matrimonial area is fairly subjective in terms of the courts doing what they think is right. As well as keeping up with the law, it is important to stay current with each judge's Decisions, because their positions may affect the outcome of your case."

Silberfein appreciates that his job gives him "the ability to make significant positive differences. Family law is an area where you help people get through a difficult passage of life. How you handle the divorce can truly affect, if not dictate, the level of financial, emotional, and personal happiness that clients enjoy for the rest of their lives. The process doesn't need to be rough. If you resolve a case amicably when children are involved, the damage to the children -- and to the co-parenting relationship -- will be less."

Trust Stephen Silberfein to help you secure the best possible result and minimize your stress while always protecting and promoting your interests.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact:

LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN I. SILBERFEIN P.C.
1212 Avenue of the Americas, 18th Floor
New York, NY, 10036
Phone: (212) 755-3200
Fax: (212) 750-1635
Website: www.NewYorkDivorce.com

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