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Your Trusted Family Law & Divorce Attorney in Stamford
At Cotler Law, we believe effective legal representation requires more than just knowledge of the lawit demands a deep understanding of our clients' unique needs and the ability to advocate fiercely on their behalf. With over 17 years of focused experience in family and divorce law across Connecticut and New York, Attorney Robin Cotler combines skilled negotiation with aggressive litigation to achieve optimal outcomes. Our practice prioritizes personalized attention, ensuring clients receive tailored strategies for complex matters like contested divorces, child custody disputes, and asset division.We maintain a commitment to accessibility through free initial consultations and flexible payment options, while our extensive courtroom experience ensures preparedness for even the most contentious cases. Our dedication to both legal excellence and client-centric service has established us as a trusted advocate for families navigating life's most challenging transitions.
Services
Divorce Litigation
Child Custody
Asset Division
Prenuptial Agreements
Uncontested Divorce
Alimony Negotiation
Parenting Plans
Contempt Proceedings
Relocation Cases
Guardianship Matters
Highlights and features
- We have over 17 years of experience in family law negotiation and litigation
- Offer free confidential initial consultations for all family law matters
- Provide individualized attention typically reserved for boutique firm clients
- Handle emergency family law matters with same-day motion capabilities
- Maintain transparent fee structures with credit card payment options
Services
Divorce Litigation
Our firm provides aggressive courtroom representation for complex divorce cases involving property disputes, alimony negotiations, and custody battles. With extensive trial experience, we prepare every case as if it will go to court while pursuing strategic settlements when possible. Our approach combines thorough discovery, expert witness coordination, and persuasive advocacy to protect client interests in high-conflict divorces.
Child Custody
We develop customized custody arrangements prioritizing children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include creating detailed parenting plans, modifying existing agreements, and litigating custody disputes involving relocation or domestic abuse allegations. We emphasize practical solutions that address visitation schedules, decision-making authority, and conflict resolution mechanisms for post-divorce co-parenting.
Asset Division
Our practice handles equitable distribution of complex assets including retirement accounts, business valuations, and real estate holdings. We work with forensic accountants to trace separate property and ensure fair division of marital assets. The firm specializes in high-net-worth divorce cases requiring sophisticated financial analysis and courtroom presentation of valuation evidence.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements that clearly define property rights while meeting legal enforceability standards. Our services include full financial disclosure documentation, independent legal counsel verification, and modification of existing agreements to reflect changing circumstances or new asset acquisitions.
Uncontested Divorce
For cooperative divorces, we provide streamlined agreement drafting and court filing assistance. Our services include document preparation, legal review of settlement terms, and court procedure guidance. We offer limited-scope representation options that allow clients to maintain control over costs while ensuring proper legal formalities are followed.
People
Robin Cotler
Attorney
Robin Cotler has practiced family law in Connecticut and New York for over 17 years. A University of Pittsburgh Law School graduate, she specializes in divorce litigation, child custody, and asset division. Certified as a Guardian ad Litem, she advocates for children's interests while representing clients in complex family law matters.
Stacy Cooper
Paralegal
Stacy Cooper serves as the firm's paralegal with five years of experience supporting family law cases. A University of Michigan graduate, she assists with document preparation, client communication, and case management while maintaining active community involvement through local volunteer programs.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Stamford, Greenwich, and all of Fairfield County Connecticut, along with Westchester County New York.
Do you handle emergency custody situations?
Yes, we file same-day motions for urgent matters like child removal or domestic abuse allegations.
What payment options are available?
We accept all major credit cards and offer competitive, transparent fee structures for our services.
Can you modify existing custody agreements?
We help modify parenting plans when circumstances change, including income changes or children's evolving needs.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free confidential initial consultations for all family law matters at our Stamford office.
How are attorney fees determined?
Our fees depend on case complexity, with options for hourly rates and limited-scope representation to control costs.
