Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Matrimonial Law Attorneys in Garden City, NY
The Altarac Law Firm, PLLC specializes in matrimonial and family law, offering clients dedicated legal representation grounded in over 25 years of combined experience. Our attorneys prioritize amicable resolutions while maintaining the capability to secure favorable trial outcomes when necessary. We emphasize client education and personalized attention, ensuring informed decision-making throughout legal proceedings.The firm demonstrates particular expertise in addressing the unique needs of families with special needs children, safeguarding their rights in custody, visitation, and support matters. Our practice combines zealous advocacy with compassionate guidance, serving clients across Nassau, Suffolk, and New York City jurisdictions.
Services
Contested Divorce
Uncontested Divorce
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Mediation Services
Equitable Distribution
Prenuptial Agreements
Adoptions
Contempt Proceedings
Grandparent Visitation
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 26 years of specialized matrimonial law experience
- Our team includes a certified divorce and family law mediator
- We provide tailored legal strategies for special needs children cases
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in family law committees and bar associations
- We combine compassionate guidance with aggressive courtroom representation
What people say
Top Notch Attorney
Responsive, truthful and supportive
Calming and diligent
Expert in legal process
PIT BULL in court
Services
Contested Divorce
Our firm handles high-conflict divorce cases requiring courtroom intervention. With extensive trial experience in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, we protect client interests in property division, alimony, and child-related matters. Our attorneys combine legal strategy with emotional intelligence to navigate complex marital dissolutions.
Child Custody
We represent clients in custody determinations and modifications, including relocation cases. Our practice addresses special needs considerations and develops parenting plans tailored to children's best interests. We advocate for practical visitation arrangements while protecting parental rights.
Mediation Services
Certified mediator handles divorce and family law disputes outside courtroom settings. This cost-effective approach focuses on collaborative solutions for property division, child support, and custody agreements while maintaining attorney-client confidentiality.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to protect assets and clarify financial responsibilities. Our customized contracts address property rights, spousal support expectations, and inheritance provisions in accordance with New York law.
Special Needs Advocacy
The firm specializes in family law matters involving children with special needs. We ensure appropriate financial provisions for ongoing care, coordinate with educational advocates, and develop custody arrangements that maintain essential support services.
People
Jill Altarac
Founding Partner
Jill Altarac has practiced matrimonial law since 1996, handling trials in all New York City boroughs. A member of American Inns of the Court, she lectures on family law topics and advocates for special needs children's rights through customized legal strategies.
Kristin J. Kircheim
Partner
Kristin Kircheim specializes in divorce mediation and litigation, combining compassionate case management with aggressive advocacy. Certified in family law mediation, she focuses on minimizing client stress while achieving favorable outcomes in contested matters.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialize in?
We handle all aspects of matrimonial law including divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, prenuptial agreements, and special needs child advocacy across Nassau, Suffolk, and NYC.
How does your firm handle high-conflict divorces?
Our attorneys combine trial experience with strategic negotiation, prioritizing amicable resolutions while maintaining readiness for courtroom advocacy when necessary to protect client interests.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, our certified mediator handles divorce and family law disputes through collaborative processes that reduce conflict and legal costs while maintaining confidentiality.
How do you handle cases involving special needs children?
We develop customized legal strategies addressing custody, support, and educational needs, ensuring financial provisions maintain essential services while protecting the child's best interests.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our team includes 26+ years of combined experience with memberships in major family law committees and extensive trial experience across New York jurisdictions.
How quickly can I expect responses from my attorney?
Clients consistently report prompt communication, with attorneys providing timely updates and accessible support throughout the legal process.
