Our Services
Family law issues can be resolved in different ways: out of court and without litigation, through a meditation process, or through litigation in court. We tailor our service to your specific case and your preferences.
We have robust trial experience – we can represent you in court and guide you through issues that cannot be resolved amicably. In most cases, we are able to settle issues out of court and without litigation, and we also have a growing mediation practice.
- Local Experience – Serving families throughout Nassau County.
- Compassionate Approach – We listen and focus on your priorities.
- Trial-Ready Strategy – Prepared for settlement or court from day one.
- Personalized Guidance – Every case receives dedicated attention.
With 15 years of practical experience in matrimonial and family law, Michael DiFalco has built a reputation for his thoughtful, client-centered approach to complex divorces and family law disputes. Michael’s priority is always to guide his clients through challenging court cases with the goal of helping them move forward and write the next chapter of their lives. His practice is marked by a personalized approach—tailoring each case strategy to meet the unique needs and priorities of his clients, while always maintaining clear and open communication.
With more than 40 years of experience, Mary Ann has cultivated a sterling reputation as a matrimonial and family law attorney. Her abilities as an advocate, mediator and trial lawyer and her honest, ethical approach to practicing law have earned her the utmost respect from both the bar and the bench. Mary Ann’s clients benefit from her ability to see solutions to a problem and craft a resolution that frequently results in settlements of the most complex issues that arise in divorce cases. Due to her reputation, Mary Ann is frequently referred cases by matrimonial attorneys, judges and even the ex-spouses of her former clients who considered her advocacy effective and professional.
Divorce
We provide our clients with strategic advice and work with them to achieve a positive outcome in and out of the courtroom. We work to resolve issues amicably – to avoid the financial and emotional costs associated with litigation. In parallel, we also prepare each case for trial, in case court intervention becomes necessary.
If you’re considering filing for divorce in New York, there are a few things to keep in mind:
- New York is a no-fault divorce state. This means that you don’t need any grounds to file for divorce and it’s not necessary to prove that either party engaged in misconduct (for example, adultery). The court will grant a divorce when it determines that there has been “irretrievable breakdown” in the marital relationship
- Leave your home or stay. Many people ask if they should leave their home and if that would be considered “abandonment.” Abandonment is no longer relevant as one of the grounds for divorce in New York, because of the no-fault divorce statute.
- Uncontested or contested divorce. In an uncontested divorce, both parties agree on the key issues, and they are able to settle their case without going to court. When the parties cannot agree on the terms and conditions, the divorce is contested and may involve representation in court. Most contested cases eventually settle, but a few go to trial. It is in your best interest to ensure that you have an attorney who is ready to handle your case until it is resolved.