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NY Family Law Attorney

Serving Westchester, the Bronx & Surrounding Areas

Navigating Your New York Contested Divorce Case
Navigating Your New York Contested Divorce Case

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Navigating Your New York High Net Worth Divorce
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Winning Your New York Family Court Case
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Navigating Your New York Divorce Agreement Case

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Family Lawyer in New York City

Law Offices of David Bliven: NY Divorce & Family Law Guidance

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Our Practice Areas

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Divorce

Every marriage starts with the best hopes and intentions, but that isn’t always enough, some marriages simply reach a point where the only way forward is divorce…

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Child Custody

In New York, courts have broad authority to decide custody matters and set visitation schedules…

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Property Division

The equitable division of property and other assets is a difficult undertaking, especially when a couple has accumulated significant wealth…

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Alimony & Maintenance

The divorce process can bring out a number of fears for the parties involved. One in particular is financial security.

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Asset Division

When going through a divorce, you are not only legally separating from your spouse, but also legally dividing all of the property…

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Child Abuse & Child Neglect

The Family Court Act of New York defines child abuse as an act, or failure to act, by any parent or caretaker…

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Child Support

These days, times are tough. Having the money and resources you need to care for your child is extremely important…

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Child Visitations And Grandparents’ Rights

For the noncustodial parent, obtaining a fair visitation schedule that is, parenting time with his or her child is an important aspect of any divorce proceeding. 

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Domestic Abuse

Issues surrounding domestic violence should always be taken seriously. Whether you are a victim or believe you have been falsely accused…

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Mediation

Mediation is a process where two (or very rarely, three or more) parties will meet with a neutral person to help them come to an agreement…

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Relocation

Relocating with a child whether across town or across state lines is always a complicated endeavor. In many respects, New York’s laws make it more so.

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Support & Custody Modifications

It is often necessary to modify the terms of an existing child support, child custody or alimony/maintenance agreement…

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Foster Care, Adoption & Loss Of Parental Rights

In its efforts to act in the best interests of a child, New York Family Court will at times remove a child from its parents…

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Fathers Rights

If you’re unsure how to assert your rights as a father during your custody case in New York, it’s time to seek legal support from the Law Offices of David Bliven.

What are the Legal Benefits of Hiring a New York City Family Lawyer?

Many individuals dealing with family matters struggle to make objective decisions because they are emotionally invested and unable to think clearly. A lawyer will provide you with unbiased advice so that you can make well-informed decisions.

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Client Success Stories

David Bliven is an excellent lawyer; If you are having a tough time in court getting the support you need for your child he is the right person to contact.

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David Bliven is very knowledgeable and present. I felt relief after having a consultation. He is transparent and directs you to the next step of the process.

Medwin Ghabaee

Professional, responsive, and easy to work with. The team made a stressful process much easier and kept me informed every step of the way.

Anthony Arboleda

I had an excellent consultation with Dr.Bliven. He was very thorough in evaluating my case and answering my questions. Thank you again for your advice

Jayline Zoraida

David represented me in the most professional manner. He was able to win an incredibly difficult case and for this I highly recommend him and his team.

Antonia Gomez

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Why Does Experience Matter When Choosing a Lawyer to Handle Family Law Issues?

Hiring an experienced New York City attorney can help alleviate the stress associated with family matters, particularly those involving property division and child custody. Suppose you and your spouse are unable to agree on how to divide your assets. If the case goes to court, a Judge will divide your assets through the state’s equitable distribution laws.

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Honored as a “Super Lawyer” for the New York Metro & Westchester area by Westchester Magazine, October, 2019: Westchester Magazine

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Meet Our Team

David Bliven

David Bliven Esq.

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Jeanette Ruiz

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Madelyn Rivera

What Makes Your New York Family Law Firm Unique?

Unlike other family law attorneys, Attorney Bliven brings a unique legal perspective to his clients’ cases due to his years of experience as a Family Court Prosecutor. For several years, Attorney Bliven handled cases involving child support and other family law issues that impacted families. In turn, Mr. Bliven leverages his years of experience to build solid cases that can withstand legal scrutiny, regardless of the client’s needs. 

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Why Choose Us?

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Experienced legal representation

Our family law attorney, David Bliven, focuses almost exclusively on cases involving matrimonial law and other pressing family law issues. Mr. Bliven uses his years of in-depth experience to create custom-tailored solutions that focus on clients being able to resolve their legal issues so they can focus on the future

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Time-sensitive results

Our New York City law firm understands that our clients require prompt and efficient resolution of their legal issues, enabling them to move forward with their lives. At the Law Offices of David Bliven, our legal staff is committed to meeting your legal needs as quickly as possible

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Honest evaluations

Although many NYC lawyers will tell clients what they want to hear, our law firm is dedicated to providing honest evaluations. Family legal issues can be emotionally challenging, so we believe it is in our clients’ best interests to provide objective assessments, allowing them to make informed decisions

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Personalized service

Unlike other law firms that often prioritize profits over their clients’ well-being, our legal team is dedicated to providing personalized service. When it comes to family law issues, we realize that no two cases are the same. When you come to us for help, we provide the dedicated, one-on-one service you deserve

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Reputation for excellence

Our law firm has a proven track record of delivering exceptional legal representation to our clients. We know that every family that comes to us is placing their trust in us, and we are committed to helping clients find real-life solutions that will help them reestablish their stability and look to the future

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Compassionate representation

Regardless of the family legal issues you may be facing, our law firm is committed to providing compassionate and caring legal representation. Many family legal issues involve confidential matters that demand empathy and understanding. We are committed to providing quality legal assistance and the caring support you need during this trying time

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What Kind of Results Can I Expect if Your NYC Law Firm Represents Me?

When you hire our family lawyer, you will gain the experience of a trusted legal professional who will help you avoid costly mistakes that can cause unnecessary delays or have negative consequences for your case.

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Contact our New York City Family Law Firm Today to Schedule a Consultation to Learn How We Can Help

When you place your trust in us, we will work diligently to create a customized legal strategy tailored to deliver optimal results. We are proud to serve clients in the Bronx and Westchester County, and take pride in helping them navigate what is likely one of the most challenging times of their lives.

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Frequently Asked Questions