Litigation. Collaborative Law. Mediation.
All 3 ways to divorce.


Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP
Located in New York, New York, the law firm of Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP, provides experienced and effective representation to help you resolve your family law disputes and obtain the favorable outcomes you expect and deserve.
One of our region's top family law practices, we have four total law offices throughout the greater New York City metro area. Our reputable attorneys deliver highly personalized counsel and dedicated support to clients throughout our area who are dealing with complex legal challenges involving:
- Family law
- Divorce
- Divorce litigation
- Collaborative law
- Mediation
- Appeals
- Child custody and support
- LGBTQ divorce
- Modifications and enforcements
- Pre- and postnuptial agreements
- Property division
- Spousal maintenance
- Professional athletes
Our lawyers are compassionate, and skilled negotiators and litigators who have your best interests at heart. No matter the conflicts you are dealing with regarding your family or divorce, you can rely on us to sit with you and help you make the best-informed decisions as we work diligently to help you achieve your goals and get the positive results you seek as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.
Recognized for our remarkable professionalism and outstanding client service, our attorneys have earned AV-Preeminent peer-review ratings* from Martindale-Hubbell and many other top rankings and endorsements from our peers, including consistent recognition from The Best Lawyers in America©. We have also received the Gold Client Champion award from Martindale-Hubbell along with many five-star reviews and testimonials from our satisfied clients.
To speak with us about your legal needs and find out how we can help you through this difficult and stressful time in your life, you can contact Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, LLP, to schedule a confidential consultation. We have served the New York City area for more than 25 years, and we have law offices in White Plains and Garden City, as well as Hackensack, New Jersey.
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Visit our websiteHonors & Awards
US News and World Report, Best Law Firms, Tier One, 2019, 2021-2022
US News and World Report Best Lawyers in America, 2023: Evan Schein
US News and World Report Best Lawyers in America, 2016-2022: Jacqueline Newman
US News and World Report Best Lawyers in America, 2011-2021: Barry Berkman
US News and World Report Best Lawyers in America, 2016-2021: Marc Fleisher
New York Metro Top 50 Women Attorneys, Super Lawyers, 2013-2021, Jacqueline Newman *Note to change to 2021)
New York City’s Best Lawyers, 2016-2020: Jacqueline Newman
Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion, 2018-2021: Evan Schein
Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion, 2018-2021: Jessica Toelstedt
AV-Rated Preeminent, 2015-2022: Jacqueline Newman
AV-Rated Preeminent, 2015-2022: Barry Berkman
AV-Rated Preeminent, 2015-2022: Jessica Toelstedt
Avvo Rating of 10, Top Family Attorney: Evan D. Schein
Avvo Rating of 10, Top Divorce Attorney: Jacqueline Newman
Avvo Rating of 9.4, Top Divorce Attorney: Jessica Toelstedt
Law Firm of the Year, Finalist, SmartCEO Magazine, 2014
America’s Experienced, Accomplished Professionals, Ten Leaders Matrimonial & Divorce Law in New York City, 2011: Barry Berkman
America’s Experienced, Accomplished Professionals, Ten Leaders Matrimonial & Divorce Law in New York City, Age 45 and Under, 2011: Jacqueline Newman
Options for Divorce
Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein is one of the largest family law firms in New York offering three ways to divorce: litigation, collaborative law, and mediation. While litigation can be necessary when spouses simply cannot agree on financial or custody matters, a collaborative process or mediation offer a lower conflict way to divorce that can also be less expensive. Our team of trained, elite lawyers help clients decide what process is right for their needs. We pride ourselves on having a deep bench of attorneys who can advocate zealously in court when a divorce calls for it, or successfully mediate a resolution that satisfies both spouses.
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