Atty. Sharon Stein
DISTINCTIONS: * Served as Editor of the Rutgers Law Review * For the past 25 years, recipient of the coveted AV rating by Martindale Hubbell - signifying preeminent legal ability and the highest ethical standards * Selected as one of the New York areas Top Rated Lawyers by ALM, publishers of Legal Media * Selected as one of the Women Leaders in the Law by the National Law Journal In addition, Ms. Stein has lectured to the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar, Family Law Section on various family law topics.
Divorce & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 45+ Years Experience
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About Sharon Stein at a Glance
Sharon Stein is a Senior Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Stein & Ott LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), New Jersey (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1980) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York B.A. Brooklyn College of the City University of New York M.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sharon Stein
DISTINCTIONS
- * Served as Editor of the Rutgers Law Review * For the past 25 years, recipient of the coveted AV rating by Martindale Hubbell - signifying preeminent legal ability and the highest ethical standards * Selected as one of the New York areas Top Rated Lawyers by ALM, publishers of Legal Media * Selected as one of the Women Leaders in the Law by the National Law Journal In addition, Ms. Stein has lectured to the American Bar Association and the New York State Bar, Family Law Section on various family law topics
- Articles about her cutting edge cases have appeared on the front page of the New York Law Journal, for which she co-authored an article addressing special needs of children during divorce negotiations
- She has been appointed by the Court as an attorney for the child and as a court examiner for custody litigation issues
- In recognition of her litigation skills, she was invited to judge a moot court competition at Yale University
- Ms. Stein's professional memberships have included membership in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- the Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Matrimonial Law Sub-Committee
- the New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section
- and the New York County Lawyers Association, where she served on the Legislation Sub-Committee, as well as on the Executive Committee
- For more than thirty years Ms. Stein has been advising and representing clients in all aspects of matrimonial law in both the trial and appellate levels
- Prior to starting her own firm she had been a matrimonial partner at the prominent New York law firm, Squadron, Ellenoff & Plesent
Practice Areas Explained
Sharon Stein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon Stein 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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Family Law in New York
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Civil Litigation 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 Sharon Stein
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 Sharon Stein's practice in the field of divorce, family law, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sharon Stein brings 45+ 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, New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, Sharon Stein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, family law, and litigation, Sharon Stein 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 Sharon Stein 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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Common Legal Issues Sharon Stein Handles in New York
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