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4
Counties
40+
Years of Experience
65%
Cases resolved without court
A Full Service Family Law Firm
Your choice of attorney, and the way you choose to handle your divorce, are frequently the biggest business decisions of your life. Lazar Schwartz & Jones LLP is the most experienced firm in the Hudson Valley that offers you three different ways to dissolve your marriage while protecting your children and your financial position. We encourage our clients to be active participants in the process and arm the clients with enough information to make quality decisions.

Divorce Litigation
Strategic representation for contested legal matters, advocating firmly for your rights while guiding you through every stage of the court process.

Collaboration
A team-based, non-adversarial approach that helps parties resolve complex issues respectfully while maintaining control over outcomes and minimizing conflict.

Mediation
A facilitated negotiation process focused on reaching mutually acceptable solutions efficiently, privately, and with an emphasis on cooperation.

Prenuptial & Postnuptial
Thoughtful planning agreements that clarify financial expectations, protect assets, and provide peace of mind for both partners.

Family Law
Compassionate legal guidance, helping families navigate Family Court matters with care, clarity and confidence

Trusts, Wills & Estate Planning
Proactive planning to protect your assets, honor your wishes, and provide security for your loved ones now and in the future.

Consultation &
Second Opinion
We look forward to meeting you

Remarriage Planning
Prenups & Estate Planning

Adoption and Second Parent Adoption
Including same sex parents and non-biological parents

UPCOMING EVENT
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About Divorce
Divorce 101 Webinar
What are the differences between mediation, collaboration and litigation? Open to the public and free of charge on Zoom.
Thursday, October 15th at 4:00 PM
Meet Our Attorneys



40+ Years Solving Complex Cases
Lazar Schwartz & Jones LLP is a strong family law practice dedicated to obtaining fair and decisive outcomes for our clients. Our experienced attorneys offer three kinds of divorce resolution: litigation, collaborative divorce and mediation. We stand up for our clients, focus on what matters to them, and are fearless in protecting their interests.
Latest Blog Posts
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DIVORCE MEDIATORS IN DUTCHESS, ORANGE AND ULSTER COUNTIES
The law firm of Lazar, Schwartz & Jones, LLP has established a new office in Orange County, New York located at 555 Hudson Valley Avenue in New Windsor. The proximity of this office makes it convenient and accessible for clients in both Orange and Ulster Counties. Our experienced divorce mediators are now available to serve…
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Gray Divorce – How It’s Different
One in four divorces occurs between spouses over the age of 50. “Gray divorce” differs from divorces between younger people, who have more opportunity to rebuild their asset base post-divorce. In addition, couples who are more mature have different challenges than younger couples. All adults considering divorce need to fully understand their finances and need…
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ESTATE PLANNING AFTER DIVORCE – A MUST!
If you are recently divorced and have received your Judgment of Divorce from the court, you are likely feeling relief for what was likely a lengthy and difficult process. The last thing you want to do is contact a lawyer to do estate planning and deal with more paper-work and legal issues. The reality, however,…
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