Atty. Maria Coffinas

Atty. Maria Coffinas

Maria Coffinas is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law. Maria received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Maria Coffinas at a glance

Maria Coffinas is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Coffinas & Lusthaus, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on child custody, family law, child support, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1985). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1984) and Brooklyn College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Maria Coffinas is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, domestic violence and 2 other areas of law
  • Maria received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Maria practices at Coffinas & Lusthaus, P.C. in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Maria Coffinas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Maria Coffinas 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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Child Support

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Domestic Violence Defense

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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 Brooklyn 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 Maria Coffinas

Where is Maria Coffinas's law office located?
Maria Coffinas's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Coffinas & Lusthaus, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maria Coffinas handle?
Maria Coffinas focuses on child custody, family law, child support, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Maria Coffinas practiced law?
Maria Coffinas has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Maria Coffinas go to law school?
Maria Coffinas earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Maria Coffinas for a consultation?
You can contact Maria Coffinas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Maria Coffinas received?
Maria Coffinas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1984
B.A.
Brooklyn College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1985

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