With over a dozen years of matrimonial and family law experience, Lisa serves clients in Onondaga County on matters ranging from premarital agreements to complex divorce and custody matters. She distinguishes herself by seeking solutions best suited to the needs of her clients, whether through litigation, settlement, or collaborative law.
Lisa has actively represented clients in contested custody and/or property issues. She possesses extensive experience in the following areas:
- Adoptions
- Child Custody and visitation enforcement/modifications
- Child Support Hearings
- Collaborative Law
- Complex Equitable Distribution
- Contested Divorce
- Uncontested Divorce
- Division of the Marital Estate
- Divorce/Marital Dissolution
- Domestic Violence
- Legal Separation and Separation Agreements
- Paternity Suits
- Post-Divorce Matters
- Prenuptial/Postnuptial Agreements and Enforcement
- Spousal Support
Additionally, Lisa has been a Law Guardian in the Fourth Department for 12 years and has actively represented children.
Lisa fully understands that protracted litigation should be the last alternative for resolving disagreements. An initial consultation includes an in-depth assessment of the options available to the client with a view toward achieving the most expeditious and financially sound resolution. When appropriate, referrals are made to other mediation or counseling professionals who can provide the necessary emotional support throughout this often traumatic period.
Lisa is a certified Collaborative Law attorney providing a welcome alternative to the traditional court and litigation practice commonly used by divorcing couples. The process promotes respect, places the needs of children first, and keeps control of the process with the spouses.
In those instances, however, where amicable resolutions are not possible, Lisa will utilize her years of experience to advocate for you each step of the way. She is committed to assist you through this challenging, emotional and complex process.
Lisa is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Onondaga County Bar Association where she currently serves as the Chair of the Family Law Section. She earned her J.D. from Capital University and her undergraduate degree from the University of Buffalo.