Allan Wolk | New City Divorce Lawyer

In one case, my client wanted physical custody of her daughters. We went to trial and she was able to get custody, child support, alimony and the house. Another client was paying, according to the guidelines, an excess of child support and alimony. I was able to significantly reduce this and get him more visitation with his son.

I was a college professor for many years prior to becoming a lawyer. When I became a lawyer, I had a great deal of life experience that I was able to translate into helping my clients get their lives together. I started off having assigned cases to learn how to do it. When I started my own practice, I always immediately answered phone calls and meet the legal and life needs of my clients. I care about them and fervently want to succeed in getting them the best possible results.

It is fundamental that the lawyer has a knowledge of how to win cases using strategy and understanding of the law. Individuals need a lawyer who has a genuine desire to help their current and future lives. Sincerity and honesty are also key.

It is good to be respected in the courts, and know how the judges and other attorneys think and behave.

Everything. I am good at analyzing a case and honestly letting the client know exactly what their chances of success are. I take the time to hear the person out and make them feel better.

I need the who, when, where, what and how facts. I have the patience to listen and advise.

I am almost always available: day, night, weekend. I cater to my clients, and always return their calls asap. I care about them and strive to get the best results. It is a personal thing for me. In fighting for clients, I consider them my partners. I consult with them constantly. They fully know what is going on and can ask me anything.

The most rewarding aspect of my job is helping my client be happy on their way to a better life.

I was a college professor with a BA, MA, PH.D AND J.D. I enjoy learning. I have written several books. I am an amateur photographer, and my wife and I travel extensively to all parts of the world.

I was a professor and administrator of paralegal programs at the City University of New York. Students still contact me. At one point, I was the director of common cause, an organization that strives for better government.

• The Constitution in Plain Language
  Bronx Community College of the City University of New York
  
  Everyday Words From Names of People & Places
  Elsevier/Nelson Books
  
  The Naming of America
  Thomas Nelson, Inc.
  
  The Presidency and Black Civil Rights: From Eisenhower to Nixon
  Fairleigh Dickinson University Press

 I am available, if necessary, days, evenings and weekends.

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