Catherine M. Fafone

Practice areas

Family Law

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce

Catherine M. Fafone is a family law attorney who practices at the Rochester, New York office of Duke Law Firm, P.C., which also maintains an office in Lakeville, New York. Her legal practice extends to serving clients throughout upstate New York, providing assistance in various legal matters, including:

• Contested and litigated divorce cases
• Complex asset division disputes
• Child support and spousal support matters
• Child custody proceedings

Ms. Fafone earned her bachelor’s degree cum laude in psychology, with a minor in legal studies, from St. John Fisher University in Rochester, New York. Subsequently, she pursued her legal education at Syracuse University College of Law, where she consistently achieved dean’s list status. Her dedication to public service was also evident, as she contributed more than 100 hours to pro bono activities, earning her the Pro Bono and Community Recognition award.

Having completed her legal studies in 2017, Ms. Fafone successfully passed the bar exam and gained admission to the practice of law in 2018, with admission to all state courts in New York. Throughout her time in law school, she gained valuable experience through internships at The Legal Aid Society of Rochester and the New York State Court of Claims, as well as an externship at the office of the New York State Attorney General.

Following graduation, Ms. Fafone continued her legal career as a staff attorney at The Legal Aid Society of Rochester’s Family Law Unit. Here, she honed her skills and developed a passion for family law by advocating for individuals in both supreme and family courts. Her caseload included matters involving domestic abuse survivors, child custody disputes, and orders of protection.

Over the course of her legal career, Ms. Fafone has earned the respect of her peers and clients alike. She is recognized as a skilled litigator known for her prowess in legal research and public speaking. Her approach to each case is marked by creative problem-solving and tailored strategies designed to suit the unique circumstances of her clients, with an unwavering commitment to achieving favorable resolutions.