Divorce

Westchester County Divorce Lawyer

More Than 20 Years of Experience With Family Law

Divorce is an emotional and difficult time for adults and children alike. During your divorce, you want support, advice and representation from an attorney with experience.

The law office of Jessica Bacal, Esq., PC, in Mount Kisco, brings strong credentials and more than 20 years of divorce experience to individuals and families throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess and Rockland counties in New York. As a graduate of the law school at Columbia University, attorney Jessica Bacal is knowledgeable in the laws governing divorce, custody and other related matters. To set up an appointment, e-mail or call 914-767-9290.

Lawyer Helping Clients File for Divorce in Katonah

There are two categories of divorce: contested and uncontested. In an uncontested divorce, the parties agree on the majority of the terms of their divorce. This type of divorce can be done smoothly and inexpensively, and Westchester County divorce attorney Jessica Bacal can assist you in crafting divorce documents that reflect the agreement of the parties.

Not every divorce is amicable, however. In a contested divorce, it may be necessary to negotiate or even litigate issues in your divorce such as:

Attorney Jessica Bacal works closely with clients to resolve issues outside of the courtroom in order to limit costs and reduce the stress of a trial on you and your family. She is experienced at resolving issues in mediation and in collaborative divorce, where both parties work together to reach an agreement outside of court.

However, she understands that a collaborative approach is not right for all situations. If litigation is necessary, she will zealously protect your interests in the courtroom. She also assists clients with modifications to existing divorce decrees.

To speak with attorney Bacal about your divorce options, e-mail or call 914-767-9290. The office is open during regular business hours, with evening and weekend consultations available by appointment.

Located just a few blocks from the Metro North train station in downtown Mt. Kisco, the office is situated at 61 Smith Avenue in a charming Victorian home converted to office space, near the Northern Westchester Hospital Center, with ample parking behind the building.