Brooklyn Family Lawyer

Family Law Attorney Serving Brooklyn, NY

Family law matters in Brooklyn involve deeply personal decisions about divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, and prenuptial agreements. Whether you are going through a contested divorce, negotiating a custody arrangement, or planning ahead with a prenuptial agreement, you need a family lawyer who provides clear guidance while protecting your rights and your family's interests.

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Brooklyn clients facing divorce, separation, custody disputes, and related matters. We also handle prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for couples planning for the future. Our approach is practical and focused on achieving the best outcome for you and your family.

Our office at 30 Broad Street in Lower Manhattan is accessible from Brooklyn via the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, F, or R trains. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your family law needs.

Family Law Services for Brooklyn Clients

Divorce and Separation

Brooklyn divorces often involve co-op and condo valuations, rent-stabilized lease rights, and the division of business interests in the borough's active commercial economy. We represent clients in contested and uncontested divorces, handling equitable distribution of marital property, support negotiations, and settlement agreements. When litigation is necessary, we advocate aggressively in court. When settlement is possible, we negotiate efficiently to minimize cost and conflict.

Child Custody and Visitation

Brooklyn custody arrangements must account for the borough's neighborhoods, school options, proximity to extended family, and each parent's work schedule and living situation. We represent parents in custody negotiations and proceedings, working to establish arrangements that serve the child's best interests while protecting your parental rights. We handle both initial custody determinations and modifications of existing orders.

Child Support

Brooklyn parents need accurate child support calculations that reflect the true cost of raising children in Kings County. New York calculates child support using a statutory formula based on parental income, with adjustments for healthcare, childcare, and educational expenses. We ensure that support calculations are accurate, that all income sources are properly disclosed, and that the final order reflects the statutory requirements. We also handle modifications when circumstances change.

Spousal Maintenance

Brooklyn spousal maintenance cases must account for the borough's cost of living and each spouse's ability to maintain financial stability after divorce. Spousal maintenance in New York considers factors including the length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, age, health, and contributions to the marriage. We negotiate maintenance terms that are fair and sustainable, whether you are the paying or receiving spouse.

Equitable Distribution

Brooklyn divorces frequently involve the division of co-op shares, condo units, and business interests that require professional valuation. New York is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily equally. This includes real property, retirement accounts, business interests, investment accounts, and other assets acquired during the marriage. We work to identify all marital assets, obtain accurate valuations, and negotiate a distribution that protects your financial interests.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Brooklyn couples with real property, business interests, or significant separate assets benefit from prenuptial agreements that define property rights and protect individual investments before marriage. We draft agreements that are thorough, transparent, and designed to be enforceable under New York law. Both parties should have independent legal counsel, and full financial disclosure is required.

What Brooklyn Families Should Know About Family Law

Brooklyn family law cases are handled in Kings County Supreme Court and Brooklyn Family Court. The venue depends on the type of case: divorce and equitable distribution are filed in Supreme Court, while custody, support, and family offense matters may be heard in Family Court. Understanding which court handles your matter is important for setting expectations about process and timeline.

Brooklyn's real estate market creates specific challenges in divorce cases. Co-ops, condos, and brownstones all require different valuation approaches, and the right to occupy the marital residence during and after divorce proceedings is often a central issue. Rent-stabilized apartments add another layer of complexity, as lease rights can have significant value.

Brooklyn parents negotiating custody should be prepared to present a detailed parenting plan that addresses the child's schedule, school, healthcare, extracurricular activities, holiday arrangements, and decision-making authority. Courts favor parents who demonstrate a willingness to cooperate and prioritize the child's stability.

Why Brooklyn Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Brooklyn clients facing divorce, custody, support, and prenuptial matters.

• Experienced in both contested and uncontested divorce proceedings
• Strong advocacy for custody and support arrangements that protect your interests
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreement drafting and negotiation
• Accessible from Brooklyn via 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, F, or R trains
• Licensed in both New York and New Jersey

How Our Family Law Process Works

• Step 1: Consultation. We discuss your situation, your goals, and the legal options available to you. This consultation is free.
• Step 2: Strategy. We develop a legal strategy based on your priorities, whether that is pursuing settlement, preparing for litigation, or a combination of both.
• Step 3: Filing and Negotiation. We file the necessary papers, engage in discovery and disclosure, and negotiate with the other side to resolve as many issues as possible.
• Step 4: Resolution. We finalize the agreement through settlement or, if necessary, present your case at trial. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome efficiently.