Atty. Brent Chapman
A Compassionate, Accessible, Aggressive Lawyer. With over three decades of experience, Brent has gained tremendous insight into the law and how to successfully navigate the complexities of the judicial system for his clients.
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About Brent Chapman at a glance
Brent Chapman is a Member based in Fresh Meadows, New York, practicing at Gildin | Chapman. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, ssd, and child support. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1989). Serands clients in Fresh Meadows, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- A Compassionate, Accessible, Aggressive Lawyer
- With over three decades of experience, Brent has gained tremendous insight into the law and how to successfully navigate the complexities of the judicial system for his clients
- Brent is known for his unique skills set - the courage to aggressively fight any battle against the adversary, while still maintaining sensitivity, support and kindness for his clients
- He has a unique cross section of abilities that are so often lacking by the typical lawyer - he patiently listens and supports his clients, but then can easily shift gears to be a warrior in the legal arena
- As someone who has been through a divorce, Brent is particularly acquainted with the life altering tolls that family law matters can potentially take on children
- It is with this personal knowledge that fosters Brent’s dedication to achieving long term goals both effectively and efficiently for his clients
- Furthermore, Brent has developed a keen sense of the emerging issues for people going through divorce who have special needs children
- Brent really understands the uniqueness of that World and quite effectively advocates for the legal aspects of those situations
- This really sets Brent apart from other lawyers
- In criminal cases, Brent understands that the system is so very intimidating, but he navigates the client’s defenses and shields them
- There is so much at stake - one’s freedom, ability to work and earn a living, reputation, relationships and dignity
- So many lawyers look to take the easy way out by having their client ‘cop to a plea’
- But not Brent - if a trial is needed to clear the client’s name, he is eager to wage that battle
- Whatever it takes - he is entirely committed to the client Although he now concentrates primarily on family law matters and criminal defense cases, Brent also has a very diverse legal background, having handled all aspects of civil litigation for many years, including an array of corporate, business and transactional issues
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Brent Chapman's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brent Chapman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Brent Chapman is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in New York →
Brent Chapman is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in New York →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Brent Chapman is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New York →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Brent Chapman is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New York →
Brent Chapman is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fresh Meadows are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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