Henry Joseph | Brooklyn Divorce and Family Lawyer

Last year a client came to me to get custody of his children away from their mother. Through diligent research, marshalling of the evidence, effective preparation of the client, and persuasive presentation, my client was awarded custody.

I use established "best practices," maintain higher standards, and keep the clients engaged through open communication.

Someone they can connect with on a personal level.

Knowledge of the local courts - both their rules and their staff - is key to effective litigation. As a former Court Attorney in Supreme and Family Courts, I have that knowledge.

In a phone consultation, I can establish a basic understanding of the case and some base level of expectation for the client, as well as an initial understanding of the potential cost.

Where the case is pending, what stage it has reached, if the other party is represented by counsel, the name of the judge or other hearing officers presiding.

I don't like lawyers generally. Thus I attempt to distinguish myself from the average attorney in the way I approach my clients - particularly treating them with attention and respect.

Helping people.

I have, at different stages of my life, been a volunteer firefighter and EMT, a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, the treasurer of a charity that provides mentoring to at-risk youth, and am currently participating in the pro bono services program for matrimonial litigants in Kings County.

• Member | New York State Bar Association

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