Atty. Cheryl M. Helfer

Atty. Cheryl M. Helfer

Cheryl M. Helfer is a lawyer practicing mediation, matrimonial law, family law and 6 other areas of law.

Bellmore Bellmore 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Cheryl M. Helfer at a glance

Cheryl M. Helfer is a Member based in Bellmore, New York, practicing at Helfer & Helfer LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on child custody, family law, dv defense, and adr. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980), and New York (1981). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1980) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A. St., 1976). Active member of Nassau County Bar Association. Serands clients in Bellmore, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cheryl M. Helfer is a lawyer practicing mediation, matrimonial law, family law and 6 other areas of law
  • Cheryl received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Cheryl practices at Helfer & Helfer LLP in Bellmore, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl M. Helfer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl M. Helfer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Cheryl M. Helfer is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Bellmore 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cheryl M. Helfer

Where is Cheryl M. Helfer's law office located?
Cheryl M. Helfer's law practice is located in Bellmore, New York. The firm is Helfer & Helfer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl M. Helfer handle?
Cheryl M. Helfer focuses on child custody, family law, dv defense, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Cheryl M. Helfer practiced law?
Cheryl M. Helfer has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Cheryl M. Helfer go to law school?
Cheryl M. Helfer earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. St., 1976).
How can I contact Cheryl M. Helfer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1980
B.A. St.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1976

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
New York
Admitted: 1981

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