Business Details
33 Years
experience
Buffalo Family Law & Divorce Attorneys Since 1993
The Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis has served Buffalo and Western New York since 1993, providing skilled legal representation in family law matters. With over 30 years of combined experience, our attorneys specialize in divorce, child custody, mediation, and related litigation. We prioritize personalized strategies, open communication, and community trust, advocating for clients with professionalism and integrity.Our team maintains deep familiarity with New York family law statutes and leverages decades of courtroom experience to achieve favorable outcomes. We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and tailored solutions for each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Mediation Services
Prenuptial Agreements
Spousal Support
Military Divorce
High-Net-Worth Divorce
Orders of Protection
Paternity Cases
Family Court Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of combined experience in Western New York family law
- Personalized legal strategies tailored to individual family dynamics
- Certified mediator with social work training available
- Aggressive courtroom advocacy when necessary
- Community-focused practice with longstanding client relationships
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated
What people say
Exceptionally knowledgeable
Professional approach
Aggressive and effective
Well-respected by peers
Smooth process
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys provide comprehensive divorce legal services, handling contested and uncontested cases with equal proficiency. We guide clients through property division, alimony negotiations, and court proceedings while minimizing emotional stress. With deep knowledge of New York's evolving family laws, we protect client interests in both traditional and complex divorce scenarios including military and high-net-worth cases.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in all child custody matters, focusing on the child's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include custody agreement negotiations, visitation planning, and courtroom representation. We handle complex cases involving relocation, parental unfitness, and modification of existing arrangements while maintaining sensitivity to family dynamics.
Mediation Services
Certified mediator Alexandra Rockwood facilitates divorce and family law mediations using combined legal and social work expertise. Our process emphasizes collaborative solutions for property division, custody arrangements, and support agreements. We offer both in-person and virtual sessions with flexible scheduling to accommodate client needs while maintaining legal rigor.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial agreements to protect individual assets and clarify financial responsibilities. Our approach balances legal protection with relationship considerations, ensuring enforceability while addressing potential future scenarios. We help clients understand implications of marital property laws and create customized agreements that withstand judicial scrutiny.
Orders of Protection
Our firm assists clients seeking or defending against orders of protection in domestic violence cases. We handle emergency petitions, court hearings, and related family law matters with urgency and discretion. Our representation includes both immediate safety concerns and long-term legal implications while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.
People
Randy S. Margulis
Member
Buffalo divorce attorney with 28 years of experience, dedicated to solving family law issues through personalized client partnerships. Maintains strong community ties while focusing on trust-building and long-term client relationships in complex legal matters.
Alexandra M. Rockwood
Senior Associate
Matrimonial law attorney since 2020, specializing in divorce and child custody cases. Combines legal expertise with social work background to provide holistic representation in family law matters across Western New York.
Ashleigh E. Lymburner
Associate
Family law attorney since 2024 with judicial externship experience, focusing on divorce and child custody cases. Applies practical legal knowledge gained through courtroom exposure to represent clients in Western New York family law matters.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, mediation, spousal support, prenuptial agreements, and protective orders for clients in Buffalo and Western New York.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have over 30 combined years of experience in Western New York family law, including courtroom litigation and alternative dispute resolution.
Do you handle complex divorce cases?
Yes, we represent clients in high-net-worth divorces, military divorces, and other complex cases requiring specialized legal expertise.
Are consultations available remotely?
We offer both in-person consultations at our Williamsville and Buffalo offices, plus virtual video consultations for client convenience.
How do you approach child custody cases?
We prioritize the child's best interests while protecting parental rights, handling custody negotiations, visitation planning, and court representation.
What payment options do you offer?
Payment arrangements are discussed during initial consultations, with flexible options available to accommodate client needs for ongoing legal representation.
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