Business Details
Trusted Family Law Representation in Orangeburg
At McCormack & Phillips, we bring decades of dedicated experience in family law to every case we handle. Our practice focuses on providing strategic, client-centered representation in matters such as divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, and prenuptial agreements. We prioritize open communication and transparency, ensuring clients understand their legal options while advocating for cost-effective solutions that align with their long-term interests. As Fellows of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and expertise.Our team has represented thousands of clients in New York family courts, offering practical guidance to navigate complex legal challenges. We are committed to protecting client interests through both collaborative law approaches and assertive courtroom representation. Recognized in Best Law Firms rankings, our practice serves communities across the Hudson River Valley with personalized legal counsel tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody Advocacy
Prenuptial Agreements
Spousal Maintenance
Collaborative Law
Child Advocacy
Post-Divorce Modifications
Domestic Partnership Agreements
Highlights and features
- Recognized AAML-certified attorneys with specialized family law expertise
- Decades of experience representing thousands of New York family law clients
- Committed to cost-effective solutions that avoid unnecessary litigation
- Proven track record in complex divorce and child custody cases
- Recognized in U.S. News & World Report's Best Law Firms rankings
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
What people say
Highly recommend
Aggressive yet fair
Made process easier
Exceptional legal guidance
Protected client interests
Services
Divorce Representation
Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive divorce representation for clients facing both straightforward and complex marital dissolutions. We specialize in high-net-worth divorces involving business valuations, retirement account divisions, and hidden asset discovery. Our approach balances assertive advocacy with practical solutions to protect client interests while minimizing emotional and financial costs. We guide clients through all aspects of divorce proceedings including property division, spousal maintenance, and post-divorce modifications.
Child Custody Advocacy
We advocate for clients in child custody matters with a focus on protecting parental rights and children's best interests. Our attorneys handle contested custody cases, parenting plan development, and forensic evaluation preparation. We emphasize creating workable custody arrangements that maintain meaningful parent-child relationships while addressing practical considerations like school districts and parental work schedules. Our experience includes representing clients in both trial and collaborative law settings.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our firm drafts and reviews prenuptial agreements designed to protect individual assets and clarify financial expectations in case of divorce. We counsel clients on creating comprehensive agreements that address property division, spousal support, and inheritance rights. Our approach emphasizes transparency and fairness to create enforceable agreements that withstand judicial scrutiny. We also handle postnuptial agreements and modifications to existing marital contracts.
Collaborative Law
We offer collaborative law solutions for couples seeking to resolve family law disputes outside of court. Our attorneys facilitate cooperative negotiations to create mutually beneficial agreements regarding child custody, property division, and spousal support. This approach prioritizes maintaining amicable relationships while addressing complex financial and emotional issues. We work with interdisciplinary teams including financial advisors and child specialists to develop comprehensive solutions.
Child Advocacy
Our child advocacy practice ensures children's voices are heard in custody disputes through guardian ad litem representation and child specialist services. We work to protect children's interests in high-conflict divorces involving parental alienation or relocation issues. Our attorneys advocate for custody arrangements that promote children's emotional well-being while respecting parental rights. We also assist in developing age-appropriate parenting plans that address evolving child development needs.
People
McCormack & Phillips
Founding Attorney
With over 30 years of family law experience, McCormack & Phillips is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He specializes in complex divorce cases, child custody advocacy, and prenuptial agreements. Recognized for his courtroom expertise and collaborative approach, he has represented thousands of clients in Hudson River Valley courts.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance, prenuptial agreements, collaborative law, and child advocacy cases throughout New York.
How do you handle high-asset divorce cases?
Our firm has extensive experience with complex financial matters including business valuations, retirement account divisions, and hidden asset discovery in high-net-worth divorces.
Do you offer collaborative law options?
Yes, we provide collaborative law services to help couples resolve disputes amicably through structured negotiations with interdisciplinary professional support.
What areas of New York do you serve?
We serve clients in Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Westchester, and Putnam Counties across the Hudson River Valley region.
How are child custody decisions made?
Courts prioritize children's best interests considering factors like parental relationships, living arrangements, and children's emotional needs when determining custody.
Can you modify existing custody agreements?
Yes, we handle post-divorce modifications for custody, visitation, and support when there are significant changes in circumstances affecting family dynamics.
