That's how going through a divorce has sometimes been described. Sadly, and in far too many cases, truer words were never spoken. Even more unfortunate, is the fact that hiring the wrong lawyer will often contribute to that hell. In both emotional and financial terms, the toll it can take on those involved is like a nightmare come true. But it doesn't have to be that way.

For more than a decade The Law & Mediation Offices of Teresa Ombres has been helping couples and individuals get through these difficult times with a philosophy that is unique and an empathy toward it's clients that is uncommon in the field of divorce law. The services offered and the processes available to clients are diverse and we help you to determine which are most appropriate to your circumstances.

There are three distinct processes (the traditional litigation process; the divorce mediation process; and the newly emerging collaborative law process) and each is discussed in detail so that clients can make an informed decision. Our goal is to always minimize the emotional stress and the financial cost of each case, and to bring matters to an amicable conclusion in as short a time as possible. We strive to maintain civility and foster understanding and cooperation among all parties at all times. When children are involved there is a special emphasis on protecting them from the harmful effects of family crisis.

Some things you should know about us: We are not a very large firm and this allows us to give each client the attention he or she deserves. Teresa is assisted by a small staff of accomplished attorneys, highly skilled New York divorce mediators and dedicated legal assistants, all committed to a common purpose...smoothing the course of divorce for every client. We do not subscribe to  the Jack-of-all-trades approach to law. A prudent person would not rely on a family doctor if the patient was in need of a cardiologist or a neurosurgeon. We believe that the same logic applies in legal matters. In an age where one in every two marriages ends in divorce, we feel clients are best served by a focused professional whose legal expertise is not diluted by extraneous activity. For that reason our practice is limited to only matrimonial and related family matters.

We make this promise to each client: Whether you choose to litigate, mediate or collaborate, you'll find that we are committed to achieving for you what all who embark on this road want and deserve: Divorce with dignity.

 The Law & Mediation Offices of Teresa Ombres