Michael Rubenfeld

Michael Rubenfeld of Rubenfeld Law Firm in Melville, New York, has devoted over three decades to divorce and family law practice. Serving clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens and New York City, he combines strong advocacy with personalized attention to help families navigate challenging legal situations.

Born in Queens and raised on Long Island, Mr. Rubenfeld maintains deep connections to the communities he serves. He approaches each case with both assertiveness and empathy. His clients benefit from his substantial litigation and negotiation abilities as he vigorously represents their interests in divorce and family law matters. When working with Mr. Rubenfeld, clients receive individualized guidance from an attorney who genuinely invests himself in their cases, carefully listening to their concerns before developing appropriate legal strategies.

Mr. Rubenfeld's professional accomplishments have earned him recognition from numerous organizations. The National Advocates included him among the Top 100 Lawyers in New York for matrimonial and family law, while the National Association of Distinguished Counsel named him to their Nation's Top One Percent through a comprehensive evaluation process. He holds a perfect "Superb" rating on Avvo, where he also received the Clients' Choice Award.

After completing his B.A. at Stony Brook University in 1989, Mr. Rubenfeld earned his Juris Doctor from Hofstra University Maurice A. Deane School of Law in 1992. He then gained admission to practice in New Jersey in 1992, followed by New York and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York in 1993.

Mr. Rubenfeld maintains active membership in several professional organizations, including the New York State Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the Suffolk County Bar Association, reflecting his commitment to ongoing professional development in service to his clients.