Atty. Steven Gildin

Atty. Steven Gildin

A Compassionate, Accessible, Aggressive Lawyer. Steven Gildin has been a practicing attorney in New York for nearly 30 years, during which he has handled a tremendous volume of intricate cases.

Fresh Meadows Fresh Meadows 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Gildin at a glance

Steven Gildin is a Member based in Fresh Meadows, New York, practicing at Gildin | Chapman. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, ssd, and child support. Admitted to practice in New York (1996). Educated at Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (J.D., 1995) and Ithaca College (B.A. State, 1990). Serands clients in Fresh Meadows, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • A Compassionate, Accessible, Aggressive Lawyer
  • Steven Gildin has been a practicing attorney in New York for nearly 30 years, during which he has handled a tremendous volume of intricate cases
  • Although amassing vast experience in nearly all areas of the law, Steven has had a particular emphasis on Family Law
  • In fact, Steven has successfully helped thousands of people get through their most difficult times of divorce, custody, visitation, child and spousal support, financial and property issues and domestic violence
  • Steven also very regularly handles special education issues and criminal defense matters
  • Many of the cases Steven has handled have garnered much media attention on the International, National and Local levels
  • Steven’s cases have been featured on throughout the media - The Today Show, CNN, MSNBC, New Yorker Magazine, New York Times, NY Post, NY Daily News, Newsday, Howard Stern, Court TV, ESPN, New York Law Journal and on all New York Television and Radio News outlets
  • Steven is also an accomplished author, having been published several times in a national magazine on both legal and non-legal matters
  • Steven also founded and leads a resource support network for Family Law Attorneys
  • Constantly studying the law and referred to as the “Oracle” by his peers, Steven is indeed Counsel to the Profession
  • Perhaps most of all, Steven is incredibly accessible - a truly unique attribute
  • Steven knows that a person facing a legal crisis is not merely in need of support and assistance on weekdays during business hours
  • Therefore, he offers his own, personal cell phone for all to use at any time, every day

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Gildin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Gildin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Steven Gildin is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in New York →

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.

Steven Gildin is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New York →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Steven Gildin is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in New York →

Child Support

Steven Gildin is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support 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 Fresh Meadows 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 Steven Gildin

Where is Steven Gildin's law office located?
Steven Gildin's law practice is located in Fresh Meadows, New York. The firm is Gildin | Chapman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Gildin handle?
Steven Gildin focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, ssd, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven Gildin practiced law?
Steven Gildin has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Steven Gildin go to law school?
Steven Gildin earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. State, 1990).
How can I contact Steven Gildin for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Gildin 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.

Education

J.D.
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
- 1995
B.A. State
Ithaca College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1996

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