Below are testimonials given to the firm listed by attorney:
Mitchell Y. Cohen
"As a lawyer, I never realized how difficult it is to be a matrimonial attorney. You had to be my advocate, a court-room litigator, my counselor, a draftsperson and a tax lawyer all wrapped up in one; all while I was going through one of the most trying times in my life. You were able to do all of that and give me comfort at the same time. I felt that you always had my best interests at heart and that you really cared not just about me but about how I was going to be able to maintain a strong relationship with my children. Kudos to you." A.H.
Mitch Cohen is an outstanding attorney who helped me out of a 34-year relationship that turned nasty. He is compassionate, direct and extremely honest with you and for your benefit. After much research and interviews I remain very happy with my choice and confidence in Mitch. The issues we faced were tough and I was very glad to have Mitch Cohen as my representative... B.B.
"Mitchell Cohen was my attorney when I got divorced and he and his firm did a wonderful jog. Being an attorney myself, I imagine that I was not the easiest client but I found Mitchell to be attentive, supportive and knowledgeable. Whenever we were in the courthouse, it was clear that he knew everyone and was well-liked and respected. His manner with the court personnel and the judge reflected their respect for him and the quality of his advocacy on behalf of his clients. Because of his calm demeanor and integrity of character, it was clear that the judge trusted him and gave his word credence. I was also impressed by the fact that Mitchell always had the facts and details of my case in his mind at his disposal and used them to my advantage at every opportunity. And the most important fact...I always felt well taken care of and protected by Mitchell Cohen!" ...L.L.
"Fortunately for me when I went through a very difficult divorce I had Mitchell Cohen representing me. Not only did he bring his years of experience as a successful matrimonial attorney to the table but also his understanding and appreciation for the emotional aspects such a process can be for the parties involved. He helped me to remain focused on what was important throughout and when it was all said and done I was pleased with the final results." R.E.A.
I had the pleasure of working with Mitchell Cohen in 2008. He came highly recommended to me by several past and current clients. I asked Mr. Cohen to represent me in a prenuptial agreement and was very pleased with the outcome of the agreement and with how he managed the other party to the prenup. Mr. Cohen made what could have been very heated, uncomfortable situation into a very amicable discussion and agreement. I highly recommend Mr. Cohen's services...ADT
Thank you so much! I sincerely appreciate all the excellent work you provided in this matter. I will be happy to enthusiastically refer potential clients to you, should I have the opportunity to do so. You know how harrowing this has been for me. From the moment you joined the case, I felt a sense of confidence and relief; and I am extremely appreciative of your work that has resulted in this (Finally!) settled conclusion...D.R.
Mitchell Cohen & Susan Yellen
The Law Firm of Johnson & Cohen worked tirelessly for me and produced excellent results for me and my children when the represented me during my divorce and child custody trial. They were sensitive to my concerns for my children and future, supportive, and highly professional, during what was a very difficult and emotional time in my life. I trusted that they had my best interests in mind at all times, which enabled me to continue to carry on in other aspects of my life, i.e., being a Mom and maintaining my career. The law firm of Johnson & Cohen helped me get my life back on track. I am very thankful to the...J.C.
Martin T. Johnson
Mr. Johnson is one of the best matrimonial attorneys you can get. He handled y divorce and child custody matters for me, including a long trial and lengthy appeal instigated by former spouse. He is brilliant, hones and kind. I would have given up many of my rights (and would probably have ruined my life and my daughter's life), if I did not listen to him when I was being persuade to enter into a settlement in my divorce.
Mr. Johnson tells it how it is and will not waste your time or money. And if the Judge is wrong, he is not afraid of engaging in a discussion to protect your rights. My spouse ended up using more than 10 attorneys to come at me from every possible angle and make up all kind of ridiculous accusations. I had only one attorney -- the best: Mr. Johnson.
Caveat: Going through a divorce or a child custody proceeding is not easy, and (borrowing from an old Rolling Stones song) I Can tell you that your don't always get what you want, but with Mr. Johnson, you will get what you need.
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An amazing attorney!! Hones, insightful and caring. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was my first and only attorney and after hearing so many horror stories I hope everyone reads Marty's reviews and makes a sensible choice. You'll never regret it. Thanks Marty. You are the best.
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I used Marty Johnson in my divorce proceedings a few years ago. I was originally working with another lawyer and when I spoke with Marty he immediately saw loopholes and loose ends in the initial discussions with my ex's attorney that my original attorney had overlooked. Marty was smart, quick and truly understood my needs and eased any anxiety I had. He was in constant contact with me and his door was always open. As busy as he is I always felt like my case was important and a priority. In the end, Marty made sure that I got the most important thing to me through the whole nasty time...my son. He made sure that we were taken care of and that my son got EVERYTHING he needs, now and well into the future. Words cannot express my gratitude for his hard work.
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Marty settled my case quickly and efficiently, after I had been let to believe by a previous attorney there was little hope for a reasonable resolution (that previous attorney was sucking me dry financially and emotionally for years!). Marty's knowledge of the law enabled him to find a legal precedent that others had missed which had a significant impact on motivating the opposition to settle quickly and in a way I could comfortably live with. I have recommended Marty to two other colleagues who have also had very favorable outcomes.
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Marty is a no-nonsense, always-prepared, and masterful matrimonial attorney from the get-go, i.e., from the day I signed the retainer. His specialty is matrimonial law and that is what he charges his time to you for, not other non-legal, mumbo jumbo expenses as my previous collaborative attorney did. Marty is no doubt, and to no surprise, a very busy attorney but he surely makes you his "only" priority when he is on your payroll time. In the Courthouse and its hallways, I could always see how well respected he is by the Judge and his colleague attorneys, respectively. He was always prepared before the Judge and his understanding and articulation of the New York State matrimonial law in furthering my cause was always masterful that it made my former spouse's attorney look like a rookie. And thanks to Marty, I got close to 50% child custody of our 2 young kids, not to mention unexpected but windfall financial settlement. I am finally able to be the best father, and a very happy one, that I can be to my 2 precious kids (no more of kids taken away against my will by their mother for weeks at a time on Holidays as were always the case in marriage).
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I can't say enough of Marty for his utmost competence as divorce attorney. While I would never wish upon anyone, especially those with kids, to go through what I went through, at times, divorce may be the only option for happiness of all as was in my case. I have had a dozen or so friends or work colleagues that came to me over the past 2 years for a referral and without any hesitation I have always given Marty's contact info. It is no surprise to me that Marty was voted by his own peers as one of the best lawyers in the 2008 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. I would simply end my review by saying "go see Marty and hire him before your spouse gets to him." All the Best as Everyone Deserves Happiness.
Susan Yellen
When I was first going through the process of getting divorced, I knew that I needed someone to represent me who I could trust and could handle this matter with discretion, sensitivity, and only when need be, great tenacity. I knew that I also needed someone with a full understanding of matrimonial and family law with an ability to protect my interests and those of my children. I was fortunate to fin in you, and the support from the other partners and staff at Johnson & Cohen, attorneys who possessed all of these attributes with superior knowledge.
Like most divorce negotiations, mine was a matter that included many moving parts and collateral effects. You understood that my children were my paramount concern. You explained to me all considerations and consequences with the decisions that needed to be made. Armed with your guidance and your knowledge, I knew that I was making well informed choices.
As I look back on those decisions, I now see the long term implications as well. I am constantly reminded of how fortunate I was to have you as my lawyer. Your input and counsel has served me very well during that time and in subsequent years.
Thank you so much for advising me right and for keeping me focused during that emotional time of my life...I.K.
Amy Eisenberg
It took me years to make the difficult decision to even explore the possibility of divorce. I consulted with two attorneys before I met with Johnson & Cohen. After leaving the other attorneys I remember feeling more confused and scared than ever. Luckily, a friend suggested Johnson & Cohen. After meeting with Amy Eisenberg, I felt informed, supported and empowered. the entire staff of Johnson & Cohen treated me with kindness and respect through the entire difficult process of my divorce. I have tremendous gratitude for Any's help in what is a new and better chapter of my life...J.L.
Lisa Zeiderman
Happiness is a great divorce lawyer!
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Lisa is a great attorney. She has that rare combination of real listening skills, and an ability to educate you on legal and practical matters. She is able to understand the importance of every facet of your case, and helps you pull it all together.
She is very easy to talk to, and I knew after our initial consult that she was someone I could go to when things got very stressful or too"complicated".
My first impression of Lisa was that she could be strong and tough if I needed her to be, but she was smart and skilled enough to know how to be a respectful, professional, strategist and negotiator. She has high energy and I always felt she gave me a high level of service and that she was on top of my case. A few weeks into my hiring of her, I realized how correct my first impression was of her, and she proved to be above and beyond what I could have hoped for.
Lisa never made me feel like I was her "case" or a "file". She took a sincere interest in me and took her role in my life-changing event seriously. Her understanding and thoughtfulness made her my trusted advisor.
No matter what your situation, or the outcome of your case, I am confident that choosing Lisa to represent you will be a decision you will be happy with for the rest of your life.
Counsel, Friend, Warrior
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My divorce should have been simple. We were young, had no kids and were married for 15 months. Due to a variety of circumstances (including the structurally inherent ability for any party to drag a matrimonial case through the expensive and painful rounds of pre-trial work regardless of the merits of the case) the case was not simple and went on for longer than the marriage. My X went through three lawyers in that time and spent almost five times as much money. I had one lawyer who steered me through it all and the simplest way I can put my experience of her of her work would be to call it a blessing.
I am the son of a lawyer, have handled the legal aspects of my business for 10 years and feel I have a good handle on what makes a good lawyer in the pure lawyering sense. Lisa was creative in her strategies, forceful yet measured in her responses, broad in her assessment of risk, and thorough in her review. While the other side seemed to miss simple procedural checkpoints, Lisa was consistently crossing all the t's and dotting all the i's. When she needed a sounding board on a strategic decision she never let her ego restrain he from asking the sound advice of her colleagues and senior partners. I was consistently impressed and grateful for the quality of her work. My father, a very successful corporate lawyer in NYC for 30+ years was similarly struck by her work.
So she's an awesome lawyer. But here is what impressed me the most: she never forgot the human side of the case. She was thinking of my emotional state of being and was not simply a tactician out for blood. My experience of divorce was that it was overwhelming. the pain of loss and grief and anger was at times all-consuming. To know I had someone on my corner who I trusted, who genuinely had my interests in mind, was not just trying to run the clock, who was fierce when she needed to be and was always sharp; allowed me the time and space to process the emotional side of my divorce with minimal worry over the legal proceedings. I thought of her as counsel, a formidable warrior in the courtroom and a friend.
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Couldn't have done it without her!
I was in a long marriage with a difficult man and afraid I would never be able to get out. I had been to see other lawyers but I could never commit to separating; I just never felt that I would be safe. When things deteriorated, a friend recommended Lisa. She was the first lawyer who I felt really understood and more importantly, cared about my situation. Throughout the time she worked with me, she was invariably understanding, patient and strategic. I felt like she always had the time to talk me through the actions I needed to take, explaining why and why now. I know it couldn't have been easy because I was terrified but she never got frustrated. She just kept explaining the steps to me and I was able to hear her and follow through. She was always attuned to my safety (there were weapons involved) and gave me courage that I didn't know I had.
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Being represented by a Tiger;)
Lisa was representing me...and how well she did it!!!! I filed for divorce in Feb. 2010 and settled in Oct. 2010. My ex is a very aggressive person, intimidating people is his specialty, and very, very difficult to deal with... especially when it comes down to "money" matters...But, little did he know about Lisa, as she DOES NOT get intimidated...is always combat ready...and committed, first and foremost, to protect her client, it's assets, and safety. I must admit that I was ready to walk away with very little just to have this divorce finalized ASAP. That alone was worth a lot more to me than any money...as you can not put a price tag on the happiness and freedom. Great thing about Lisa is that she was able to recognize my feelings, have utmost respect for my wishes, was very much empathetic toward my request to wrap things up as I wanted out so badly...bt in NO CASE was she ready to let my ex walk away with my money...She used all of her knowledge, that I would say is very extensive. She made the deal for me and had me walk away with almost triple then I was asking her to try to get it for me!!! And asking at the end if I was happy!!! I wasn't happy...that is such an understatement...I was ecstatic!!!! Still cannot believe that she got me much more then what I wanted only for such a short period of time...I hear many people complaining about not being able to reach their attorneys...having many unanswered questions, or concerns...having them not return the calls for days...not knowing what's going on as they are to busy handling too many clients...
Well, let me describe Lisa's work ethic...she is very busy lady, but makes you feel like you are the only client she has, will attend to your em-mails, phone calls, concerns or request in a very timely manner... will e-mail you while vacationing in Italy...or on a Sunday morning...late in the evening...just anytime you need her! And that means everything, especially if you are in distress, need help, and need your attorney ASAP...she WILL be there!!!!! And another of her great traits is that she was able to calm me down. I was very pleased with Lisa, privileged to have her representing me...and wish her all the best!!!! She was my ROCK throughout the whole process, and that means a lot if you know for 100% that your Attorney has your "back" and is on guard at all times!!! Good Luck to all of you that need one!!! Be strong, do your homework, collect the evidence that you need, had it over to Lisa.
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If you have her, you're fine.
If you need anything about divorce-custody-marital issues, you need to use her.
She's on the ball, she knows what she's talking about and she makes you feel good about it.
She would never promise you something she can't give you and tells you as well when she can't do it.
She's fair and she's there to win and no games. I would totally recommend her to anyone for sure.
She blows everyone and anybody away by a mile, she totally knows what she's doing.
Brilliant lawyer and outstanding professional!
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Lisa provided unequivocal outstanding representation for me in my case. She was referred by 2 friends, and I have referred Lisa to my friends as well. Here is a short list of reasons that she is an incredible lawyer:
1. Extremely intelligent and incredibly professional. She can understand complexities in finance, business and gets to the bottom of aspects in a case rapidly.
2. Winning instinct. Lisa takes her profession very seriously. She is loyal to her clients and does her utmost to win cases and steer best possible outcomes in favor of her clients.
3.Great communicator. She is incredibly responsive, both in email and on the phone. Her legal written communication skills are fantastic.
4. Attention to both strategy and detail. Lisa is always looking at cases from both aspects.
Highly recommended
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Lisa is someone who gets right to the bottom line-she is direct and fair. Her way of communicating worked very well for me-first, she explained what was happening and answered any questions I had about the process; then, she offered advice and helped me weigh the pros and cons of every decision. Once a decision was made, she stuck with it and worked to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.
In addition to her legal expertise and ability to communicate clearly and efficiently, Lisa understood the emotional and psychological factors that came into play. It was obvious to me that she had taken time to calculate these factors and that her advice and treatment of the issues that arose was a function of this understanding. The fact that she tailored her decision making to my unique situation put my mind at ease and helped me to trust her and the process in a way that I would not have otherwise been able to do. She was always on top of the issues and kept me abreast of all new information. Her combination of legal expertise, understanding of the underlying issues and ability to stay focused even when things got complicated and messy allow her to stand out as a divorce lawyer and professional.
Lisa changed my life.
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I interviewed several lawyers before I hired Lisa. From the day I met her, I knew she had the best interest of my children at hand. When things became crazy, she always went back to the day we met and focused on what I really wanted.
My divorce was one of the most difficult things I have ever been through. My ex-husband did EVERYTHING he could to make it difficult for me. Because Lisa was always one step ahead of things, and I listened to her, she avoided wasting time and money.
I cannot say enough positive things about Lisa, she is loyal, professional, no matter how many clients she has, and you always feel like you are the only case she is handling. Although at times she told the truth you did not want to hear, it mattered. Lisa changed my life...
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Lisa Zeiderman represented me in my divorce and child custody. I often characterized her as a pit bull when describing the effort she put into my case. My ex-husband was intent on creating a battlefield out of the proceedings. Compared to others going through divorces, I know I had some very unique circumstances surrounding my case. From the onset, Lisa and I discussed what my wishes were, what was most important to me and what was the least. Throughout the proceedings she kept my priorities in mind and strategized ways to attempt to attain the outcome I had desired. When all was said and done, I had received everything that I was entitled to, and some things that I believe I might have lost if she hadn't been an attorney. Lisa Zeiderman thinks outside of the box and because of that I had a favorable outcome in my divorce.
Lisa then represented me in my child visitation in Family Court. Again, Lisa understood what my children and I desired as a result. Once again, Lisa was faced with somewhat atypical circumstances regarding my ex-husband's criminal behavior and present lifestyle, his past efforts to see and communicate with our children and the fact that my children were adamant about not having their father in their life. Lisa clearly and professionally presented the arguments in court that allowed my children to gain proper representation through the court. Lisa was very clear when explaining to me what the judges usually order in cases similar to my own that include children of my children's age. At the conclusion of my visitation case that Lisa Zeiderman handled, we reached a unique agreement, that granted my children's wishes. I know that it was Lisa's ability to communicate and maintain my position with my ex-husband's attorney that led to this outcome.
Throughout the time that Lisa Zeiderman represented me (approximately 3 years total for both cases), she did not create needless costs to me. She obviously understood the financial burden that a single parent with an ex-husband who was intent on fighting was facing. She had the foresight and honesty to tell me what was and was not worth fighting for. In the end, everything that I had hoped to receive, in my divorce, custody and visitation cases had been attained.
I would highly recommend Lisa Zeiderman especially to anyone who is aware they will be challenged in their divorce/child custody/child support proceedings.
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Lisa did a great job with my case. I am a newly divorced father of three great kids and my ex and I were not having an amicable split. From our very first meeting, Lisa understood my situation and, more importantly, she understood my ex and the way my ex thinks. Lisa understood what was at stake for me and gave me great advice on how to deal with my ex while still living with her, as well as what strategy I should use in dealing with her when she got confrontational.
Lisa is very sharp and very tough in a deposition. She conducted two eight-hour depositions of my ex, and through both she was focused and persistent. She never let my ex, who can be very evasive and confrontational, off the hook. She never backed down and she made it very clear to both my ex and her attorney that Lisa was in charge of the deposition.
Lisa was very honest with me. Throughout our year-long court case, Lisa explained the different strategies and discussed the financial implications of each, vis-a-vis her fees and the possible outcomes. She also managed my costs extremely well. Lisa is very efficient with her time and always informed me up front of any possible added costs (whether they were consults with one of her Firm's senior partners, or weighing the cost of a court reporter from the pearl River area vs. the cost of a court reporter in Manhattan).
Lisa got me the custody agreement I wanted. She got me a financial outcome better than what either of us thought I would get in the end. All in all, Lisa Zeiderman was well worth the investment.
Lastly, I have referred several friends and acquaintances to Lisa and each has retained her and is happy with her work.
Lisa is an exceptional lawyer
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Lisa showed remarkable skill in my divorce case. She was smart, strategic, detailed-oriented, and cost-efficient. I always felt I was in the best of hands with her no matter how difficult my case was. She worked at times around the clock, and even on her vacation, to meet deadlines and dodge the bullets from the other side, I really trusted her with my life and she came through for me 110%.
I have also recommended Lisa to many friends and all have been very pleased with the work she has done for them. She really is an exceptional lawyer, and a very special person.
Best Divorce Attorney!
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Lisa represented me in my divorce. I was married for 18 years with two kids, property and a 401k I wanted to keep! Lisa fought for me in a way I never expected. She was personable and did not treat me like just a client but a person with feelings through a really rough time. She was compassionate, available, supportive and kept me informed every step of the way. My family could not believe that while on her vacation Lisa stayed in touch. She also did not create unnecessary expenses for me knowing that the process would be expensive and although most items are unavoidable and taking my situation into consideration she even recommended something as simple as dropping off a file to the court house to minimize courier cost. Some attorneys would not have even made the suggestion.
An attorney with whom it was a pleasure working with!
Client Review:
Lisa has been a pleasure to work with. She is smart, intelligent and goes in with fire for her clients. She did a great job and got me a very successful outcome. I don't usually like attorneys but she has been an exception!
