
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth
High Net Worth Guide 2025 : New York
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Strengths
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I think Cohen Clair is an excellent law firm. They are probably one of the top firms in New York in this area. Their lawyers are hardworking and represent their clients really vigorously.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthThe attorneys at Cohen Clair are first class. They are super smart, strategic and provide outstanding client service.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthCohen Clair Lans Griefer & Simpson is very attentive to cases and understands complex business interests.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthCohen Clair Lans Griefer & Simpson is able to effectively manage a complex case that requires knowledge across a range of areas including real estate, trusts, tax and valuation.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthCohen Clair Lans Griefer & Simpson has deep expertise in its field. It is my go-to firm for family law matters. They've earned this reputation based on their responsiveness and strategic thinking.
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Notable Practitioners
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Robert Cohen
Robert Cohen is widely admired by his peers for his extensive experience handling matrimonial matters for high net worth clients. Robert Cohen is at the top of the list. He is incredibly skilled.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthRobert Cohen has an excellent reputation and experience.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthRobert Cohen is first class. He has a great reputation and has experience very few other attorneys have.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthRobert Cohen is very knowledgeable and respectful. He understands the issues and knows how to solve them.
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Bernard Clair
Bernard Clair is known for assisting high net worth individuals and families with a variety of family and matrimonial matters.
Bernard Clair has long-term experience.
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Deborah Lans
Deborah Lans has decades of experience acting for high net worth clients on complex matrimonial matters. Deborah Lans is very smart.
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Jad Greifer
Jad Greifer is well equipped to advise high net worth clients on a wide range of family matters. Jad Greifer is very particular, detail-oriented and familiar with the details.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthFor my wealthiest clients, I send them to Jad Greifer. What stands out is his responsiveness and attention to detail; nothing slips through the cracks.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthJad Greifer is quiet and very effective. He doesn't overstate his clients positions, he isn't flashy. He's solid.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthJad Greifer managed client expectations and did everything a good lawyer is supposed to do.
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Shannon Simpson
Shannon Simpson acts for high net worth clients on marital agreements, custody matters and distribution of assets. I found Shannon Simpson to be a highly skilled lawyer, an excellent advocate, and responsive to all my enquiries.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthShannon Simpson is one of the best attorneys I know. She has great knowledge of the law, is excellent in court and supportive of clients.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthShannon Simpson handled a highly complex matter for us in spectacular fashion. She was smart and strategic. It was refreshing to see her personal level of engagement, handling the matter herself.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthShannon Simpson is a top strategist and courtroom presenter in family law. She doesn't leave anything to chance and is very consistent.
Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth respondentHigh Net WorthShannon Simpson is extremely smart, tough and also collegial.
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Michael Calogero
Michael Calogero routinely advises high net worth individuals on divorce matters, including cases involving complex financial issues and matters of child custody.
Michael Calogero is young and energetic. He brings a lot of energy to his representation of clients.
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