Atty. William Alan Hirshfeld

Atty. William Alan Hirshfeld

I have been practicing family law (read as 'divorce' law) for over 30 years. Except for my first three years practicing with a firm in Westchester County, the last 25 have been with Hirshfeld and Hirshfeld.

New City New City 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About William Alan Hirshfeld at a glance

William Alan Hirshfeld is a Member based in New City, New York, practicing at Hirshfeld & Hirshfeld. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on child custody, personal injury, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1986). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Muhlenberg College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rockland County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in New City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • I have been practicing family law (read as 'divorce' law) for over 30 years
  • Except for my first three years practicing with a firm in Westchester County, the last 25 have been with Hirshfeld and Hirshfeld
  • I practice with my wife, Felicia Hirshfeld, Esq., who practices real estate law and estate planning
  • My father, Neal Hirshfeld was part of the practice until his retirement and practiced divorce in Rockland County for almost 50 years
  • But why chose Hirshfeld and Hirshfeld over the dozens of other family law practitioners in the county?
  • You don't know this yet - but it is because we actually care!
  • I have always offered free consults to all clients because it never seemed fair to me to expect someone to pay me a retainer if I don't have the time to meet them, discuss their case and have a chance to tell them what I can do for them- and even sometimes, what I can not do for them
  • Whether you have a child support issue, a custody problem or a complicated divorce, I will handle your matter professioanally and personally and we will devise a strategy to obtain your goals together
  • You should settle for no less
  • Call me and I will do my best to help

Practice Areas Explained

William Alan Hirshfeld's Areas of Practice

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

Child Custody & Visitation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 City 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 William Alan Hirshfeld

Where is William Alan Hirshfeld's law office located?
William Alan Hirshfeld's law practice is located in New City, New York. The firm is Hirshfeld & Hirshfeld. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Alan Hirshfeld handle?
William Alan Hirshfeld focuses on child custody, personal injury, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Alan Hirshfeld practiced law?
William Alan Hirshfeld has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William Alan Hirshfeld go to law school?
William Alan Hirshfeld earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact William Alan Hirshfeld for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Alan Hirshfeld received?
William Alan Hirshfeld's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Muhlenberg College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1986

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