Queens Family Lawyer

Family Law Attorney Serving Queens, NY

Family law matters in Queens require an attorney who understands both the legal process and the personal impact these cases have on families. Divorce, child custody, support, and prenuptial agreements all involve complex legal and emotional considerations. Having experienced counsel helps you navigate the process with clarity and confidence.

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Queens clients, including divorce and separation, child custody and support, spousal maintenance, equitable distribution, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. We represent clients in both contested and uncontested proceedings.

Our Financial District office is accessible from Queens via the 7, E, F, M, N, or R trains. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your family law needs.

Family Law Services for Queens Clients

Divorce and Separation

Queens divorces frequently involve the division of real property, small business interests, retirement accounts, and determinations about the family residence. 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

Queens custody arrangements consider each parent's living situation, proximity to the child's school, work schedules, and the child's established community ties in the borough. 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

Queens parents need support calculations that account for the borough's childcare, education, and healthcare costs. 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

Queens maintenance determinations consider each spouse's income, earning capacity, and the standard of living established during the marriage. 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

Queens equitable distribution cases often involve real property, small business interests, and retirement accounts accumulated during the marriage. 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

Queens couples entering marriage with existing property, business ownership, or significant savings benefit from prenuptial agreements that clearly define each spouse's rights and obligations. 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 Queens Families Should Know About Family Law

Queens family law cases are handled in Queens County Supreme Court and Queens Family Court. Divorce filings in Queens can experience significant processing times due to case volume. Having complete and organized documentation from the outset helps avoid delays.

Queens is one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the country, and family law cases sometimes involve international considerations such as foreign property, overseas income, or custody disputes involving parents in different countries. These cases require counsel familiar with both New York family law and the additional complexities of international matters.

Queens parents should understand that New York courts strongly favor shared parenting arrangements that allow the child to maintain a relationship with both parents. Unless there are safety concerns, courts typically expect both parents to be involved in the child's life.

Why Queens Clients Choose Agarunov Law Firm

Agarunov Law Firm provides family law services for Queens 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 Queens via 7, E, F, M, N, 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.