Av. Peter O. Bodnar

Av. Peter O. Bodnar

Peter O. Bodnar, a co-founder and member of the firm, is an experienced litigator, having limited his practice over the course of the past 46 years to matrimonial and family law.

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About Peter O. Bodnar at a glance

Peter O. Bodnar is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at BodnarMilone LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1971), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1970) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Westchester County Bar Association (Member and Officer, Executive Committee, Family Law Section, 1992— Chair, 2000-2002 Chair, Judicial Liaison Committee, 1999—) New York State Bar Association (Executive Committee, 2000—) American Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Hakkında

  • Peter O. Bodnar, a co-founder and member of the firm, is an experienced litigator, having limited his practice over the course of the past 46 years to matrimonial and family law
  • He also mediates and arbitrates such matters, selected by the parties and/or their attorneys
  • A member of the Executive Committee of the Westchester County Bar Association Family Law Section since 1992 (Chair from 2000 to 2002), and a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section since 2000 (presently Co-Chair of the Finance Committee), he has been included in The Best Lawyers in America since 1995 and Super Lawyers from inception forward
  • He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Parliamentarian 2007 – 2008), and a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers
  • Mr. Bodnar is also a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
  • He was designated by Best Lawyers as Lawyer of the Year in Family Law in 2013
  • AV® PreeminentTM Peer Review RatedSM by Martindale-Hubbell® and included in Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in America, and Who’s Who in the World, Mr. Bodnar has been a lecturer for the New York State Bar Association, the Pace University School of Law Women’s Justice Center and the Appellate Division, Second Department Law Guardian Program
  • Mr. Bodnar is admitted to practice before New York State courts, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and the United States Supreme Court
  • He has been qualified as an expert witness in New York State Supreme Court in matrimonial matters

Practice Areas Explained

Peter O. Bodnar's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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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 White Plains 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 Peter O. Bodnar

Where is Peter O. Bodnar's law office located?
Peter O. Bodnar's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is BodnarMilone LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter O. Bodnar handle?
Peter O. Bodnar focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter O. Bodnar practiced law?
Peter O. Bodnar has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Peter O. Bodnar go to law school?
Peter O. Bodnar earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Peter O. Bodnar for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter O. Bodnar received?
Peter O. Bodnar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Uzmanlık Alanları

Eğitim

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1970
B.A.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University
- 1966

Ödüller

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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