Attorneys

Why Our Firm is Different

• Breadth of cases – No case is too large or too small for our full-service firm. We handle all divorce matters, from uncontested simple cases to equitable distribution trials and appeals.
• Firm size – We are currently ranked as one of the largest top Long Island matrimonial law firms by Long Island Business News.
• Smart divorce solutions – When possible, we employ a collaborative approach with related professionals to arrive at an intelligent solution and reduce the adversarial nature of the case.
• Diverse attorney knowledge– We have a team of experienced attorneys (male and female), each having proficiency in a particular matrimonial issue.
• Diversity and Culture – Our attorneys speak several languages, and respect clients from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+.  Our partners have extensive expertise in religious divorce (Jewish Get and Islamic Mahr, Jehovah’s Witness divorce), as well as cultural and ethnic factors in custody and divorce matters.
• Broad geographical reach – We appear in Family and Supreme Court in all counties in the New York Metro area and Long Island.  For virtual appearances, we can appear anywhere throughout New York State.
• Longstanding firm– Wisselman Harounian Family Law is well established (since 1976) and our attorneys and staff have considerable longevity with our firm. Most of our attorneys and paralegals have been with our firm for over 10 years, with our three partners working together for over 20 years.
• Extensive trial and appellate level experience– Our attorneys have handled hundreds of trials and appeals.
• Free case analysis– We provide free initial case evaluations. Evening/weekend appointments available.
• Leaders in Family Law – Jacqueline Harounian is a sought-after teacher, CLE provider, author and speaker at national workshops and conferences devoted to complex issues of family law.
• Wisselman Harounian Family Law is one of the most prominent and highly regarded family Law Firms in the New York area.
• Wisselman Harounian Family Law has developed legal workshops for specialists in associated fields (e.g. mental health, medical and financial professionals) to understand the legal issues of divorce and family law in and out of the Courts for their professional needs.
• Best Lawyers and US News and World Report Tier One firm — For five consecutive years.
• Attorney rating AV Preeminent® by Martindale Hubbell®–  For more than ten consecutive years. This reflects that a lawyer has earned the highest rating available for their legal ability and professional ethics.
• Leaders in Law Award  Our lawyers have been repeatedly recognized by Long Island Business News.
• 10 out of 10 Superb Rating by Avvo.com– This is based upon years in practice, disciplinary history, professional achievements, and industry recognition.
• Top 50 Most Influential Women in Business –Selected by a judging committee, these women represent the most influential women in business, government, and not-for-profit fields.
• Super Lawyers® – Jacqueline Harounian was twice selected to Top 50 Women Super Lawyers list. Six of our attorneys are named NY Metro Super Lawyers.
• Better Business Bureau – We’re pleased to announce that our firm is nationally accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) with an A+ ranking! Our BBB rating gives our clients assurance that we are accredited by an established non-profit and non-biased standard. It means that clients can rest assured that we are following responsible, honest practices.

Diversity 

Our attorneys, mediators and professional staff are a diverse group of seasoned litigators, speakers, advocates and published writers. They have earned top ratings from their peers and clients, and have achieved top distinctions in lists such as Super Lawyers, Martindale Hubbell and the Best Lawyers in America.

In addition to their work at the firm, Wisselman Harounian attorneys and staff and attorneys spend their time giving back and mentoring other legal professionals. Many of our attorneys serve on boards of local charitable organizations, occupy leadership positions in regional and national associations, or offer pro bono services to underserved members of their communities.

Wisselman Harounian strives to employ attorneys and support staff to enhance our overall quality of legal services. Thus, we identify, recruit and retain successful staff members of diverse races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, disabilities and military service backgrounds.