Atty. Deena Kessler
Deena Kessler is a lawyer practicing litigation, mediation, family and 2 other areas of law. Deena received a B.A. degree from Queen College of the City University of New York in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Family & More Attorney · Serving Forest Hills, NY · 35+ Years Experience
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About Deena Kessler at a Glance
Deena Kessler is a family law, litigation, and adr attorney based in Forest Hills, New York. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in New York (1991). Educated at St John's University (J.D., 1990) and Queen College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1986). Serves clients in Forest Hills, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Deena Kessler
- Deena Kessler is a lawyer practicing litigation, mediation, family and 2 other areas of law
- Deena received a B.A. degree from Queen College of the City University of New York in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Deena practices in Forest Hills, NY
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Deena Kessler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deena Kessler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Forest Hills.
Family Law in Forest Hills
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil Litigation in Forest Hills
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Forest Hills
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Deena Kessler is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Forest Hills
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 Forest Hills 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 venue, 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.
Forest Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Forest Hills-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Forest Hills Choose Deena Kessler
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Deena Kessler's practice in the field of family law, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Deena Kessler brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, litigation, and adr, Deena Kessler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Forest Hills
A Forest Hills-based practice means Deena Kessler attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Deena Kessler Handles in Forest Hills
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