Atty. Khari Peter Prescod
Khari Peter Prescod is an accomplished New York attorney and seasoned litigator with 25 years of experience representing individuals, families, and businesses across a broad range of legal matters. He is known for his sharp courtroom advocacy, sophisticated negotiation skills, and practical, results-driven approach to resolving complex legal disputes and structuring agreements.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience
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About Khari Peter Prescod at a Glance
Khari Peter Prescod is a Founder based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Office of Khari Peter Prescod, Esq., PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on divorce, residential, child custody, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (2000) and Pennsylvania (2026). Educated at University of New Hampshire School of Law (J.D., 1999) and SUNY Albany (B.A., 1995). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Khari Peter Prescod
- Khari Peter Prescod is an accomplished New York attorney and seasoned litigator with 25 years of experience representing individuals, families, and businesses across a broad range of legal matters
- He is known for his sharp courtroom advocacy, sophisticated negotiation skills, and practical, results-driven approach to resolving complex legal disputes and structuring agreements
- Mr. Prescod began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office, where he prosecuted a wide range of misdemeanor and felony cases at both the trial and appellate levels
- His prosecutorial background gave him a deep command of trial practice, evidence, and legal strategy, which continues to serve his clients today
- He later served as legislative counsel to the Chairman of the New York State Assembly’s Children and Family Committee, contributing to significant family law legislation and gaining valuable insight into the policy and legislative process behind the law
- In private practice, Mr. Prescod has earned a strong reputation as an effective courtroom advocate and a skilled negotiator
- He regularly litigates contested family law matters, including divorce, custody, visitation, child support, and abuse/neglect cases
- He also negotiates and drafts parenting plans, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, which are carefully structured to withstand legal scrutiny
- His criminal defense practice includes representing clients facing serious misdemeanor and felony charges, as well as post-conviction matters
- He further handles complex real estate and landlord-tenant disputes and regularly negotiates and reviews commercial and residential leases to protect his clients’ interests
- Mr. Prescod’s business and commercial practice includes both litigation and transactional matters
- He represents business clients in contract disputes and commercial litigation, and also negotiates and drafts a wide range of business agreements, including demand letters, settlement agreements, and contracts designed to avoid future disputes
- He also provides intellectual property counsel on copyright and trademark matters and offers comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, probate, and powers of attorney
- Mr. Prescod is recognized not only for his litigation ability but also for his tactical negotiation skills
- He is adept at resolving disputes and structuring agreements through strategic negotiation when appropriate, always with the client’s best interests in mind
- His ability to analyze risk, leverage strengths, and pursue favorable outcomes—whether in litigation or at the negotiating table—has earned him the trust of a diverse client base
- Throughout his career, Mr. Prescod has been dedicated to helping clients navigate legal challenges with clarity and confidence
- Whether advocating in court or negotiating critical documents and settlements, he delivers focused representation and personalized counsel to achieve optimal results
- Mr. Prescod is admitted to practice in New York State and is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Queens County Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Khari Peter Prescod's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Khari Peter Prescod handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Divorce in New York
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Residential Real Estate in New York
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Child Custody & Visitation in New York
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Probate in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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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 New York 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Khari Peter Prescod
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 Khari Peter Prescod's practice in the field of divorce, residential, child custody, probate, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Khari Peter Prescod brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Pennsylvania, Khari Peter Prescod can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, residential, and child custody, Khari Peter Prescod can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Khari Peter Prescod attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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