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22 Years
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Trusted Family Law Attorney in Commack, NY
At the Law Office of Joshua Adam Kittenplan, we bring over 18 years of dedicated legal experience to every client relationship. Our practice focuses on personalized family law representation, addressing divorce, child custody, adoption, and related matters with both legal expertise and compassionate advocacy. Since 2004, our team has prioritized understanding each client's unique circumstances to develop tailored strategies that protect their interests and achieve favorable outcomes. We maintain a client-centered approach through direct communication, transparent guidance, and unwavering commitment to resolving complex family law issues efficiently.Our Long Island-based practice serves Nassau County and surrounding areas, combining boutique-level attention with the professional standards of larger firms. We emphasize proactive legal planning through prenuptial agreements while maintaining strong litigation capabilities for contested matters. Our founder's extensive appellate experience and deep understanding of New York family law provide clients with comprehensive representation across all stages of family law proceedings.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Child Support
Spousal Support
Adoption Services
Prenuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 18 years of dedicated family law experience since 2004
- 1:1 client-focused representation with personalized strategies
- 100% of clients receive strong courtroom advocacy when needed
- Specialized knowledge of New York family law and appellate procedures
- Proven track record in complex divorce and child custody cases
What people say
Compassionate legal advocacy
Responsive to needs
Effective representation
Strong support
Positive outcomes
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation for both contested and uncontested cases. We guide clients through property division, alimony negotiations, and custody arrangements while protecting their legal rights. With extensive courtroom experience, we combine negotiation skills with litigation readiness to achieve favorable outcomes. Our approach emphasizes clear communication and strategic planning tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody matters, addressing physical and legal custody arrangements. Our practice focuses on demonstrating clients' parenting capabilities while prioritizing children's best interests. We handle custody modifications, visitation rights, and relocation cases with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Our experience includes presenting compelling evidence in contested custody hearings and negotiating cooperative parenting agreements.
Child Support
Our firm handles child support calculations, modifications, and enforcement actions under New York guidelines. We ensure accurate income assessments, address self-employment complexities, and challenge inappropriate support determinations. We help clients understand their financial responsibilities while protecting against unfair payment demands. Our representation includes both temporary and post-divorce support matters.
Adoption Services
We guide families through adoption processes including stepparent, domestic partner, and private placement adoptions. Our services cover home study preparation, consent documentation, and court representation. We help navigate both agency and independent adoptions while ensuring compliance with New York legal requirements. Our approach prioritizes minimizing administrative obstacles to successful family formation.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our practice assists couples in creating enforceable prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. We address asset protection, business interests, and spousal support provisions while ensuring full legal compliance. We represent clients in both drafting agreements and challenging/unenforceable contracts. Our approach balances legal protection with relationship considerations to create practical, court-defensible documents.
People
Joshua Adam Kittenplan
Attorney
Licensed New York attorney since 2004 with exclusive family law focus. Former associate at prestigious matrimonial firm, now leading boutique practice in Commack. Specializes in divorce litigation, child custody, and appellate family law matters.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support negotiations, adoption processes, and prenuptial agreements.
How does the divorce process work in New York?
New York requires residency for at least one spouse, with options for no-fault or fault-based divorce. We guide clients through filing requirements, property division, and custody arrangements.
Can you help with child custody modifications?
Yes, we handle custody modifications when there's a significant change in circumstances, ensuring court-approved adjustments that serve the child's best interests.
What makes your adoption services different?
We provide comprehensive guidance through all adoption types, including home study preparation and court representation, with a focus on minimizing legal obstacles.
How are child support payments calculated?
We use New York's child support guidelines considering both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and the children's specific needs to determine fair payment amounts.
