Atty. Nancy L. Giardina
Attorney Nancy Giardina's practice is devoted exclusively to helping families. She is committed to solving problems in a way that best serves her clients, being mindful of their emotional needs and financial limitations.
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Nancy L. Giardina is a Principal based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Nancy L. Giardina, Esq.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1995). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D. Summa, 1994) and Syracuse University (B.S. Summa, 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of - New York State Bar Association- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals - CNY Collaborative Family Law Professionals, Inc, (Board Member 2018 - Present) - CNY Collaborative Family Law Professionals, Inc, and (President 2019 - Present) - Central New York Women's Bar Association- Onondaga County Bar Association. Serves clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Nancy Giardina's practice is devoted exclusively to helping families
- She is committed to solving problems in a way that best serves her clients, being mindful of their emotional needs and financial limitations
- Nancy is not your typical divorce attorney
- She is a lawyer in collaborative divorce and family matters as well as a mediator
- She also offers limited scope representation where she will draft letters on behalf of clients, draft family court petitions, advise individuals who are partaking in the mediation process, and assist self-represented litigants prepare for court proceedings
- Nancy also drafts orders to divide pensions and other retirement accounts
- Nancy has practiced family law for over twenty-five years
- She also has extensive experience in real estate, estates and trusts, bankruptcy and traffic matters which helps her serve clients in their family law matters
- After years of practicing litigation, Nancy saw how the "typical" family suffered financially and emotionally when going to court
- So, she decided to change her approach and focus on helping her clients and their families outside of the courtroom
- Nancy was collaboratively trained in 2010 and was instantly attracted to the concept as a better way to handle divorce disputes versus the traditional process of litigation and settlements
- Nancy loves to learn and attends trainings in collaborative law, mediation, and peacemaking
- She is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals which allows her to meet and learn with collaborators from all over the world
- Nancy received a Bachelor of Science Degree, Summa Cum Laude, in 1987 from Syracuse University
- She was a Syracuse University Scholar which was the highest honor bestowed on undergraduates
- After working as a registered dietitian for several years, and starting a family, Nancy returned to Syracuse University's College of Law and received her Juris Doctor Degree in 1994
- When she is not helping with family law matters you can find Nancy enjoying mountain hiking, bicycling, running, yoga and meditation
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nancy L. Giardina 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.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Nancy L. Giardina is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New York →
Nancy L. Giardina is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in New York →
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Nancy L. Giardina is one of 67,021 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 Syracuse 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.
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