Chaim Steinberger

Practice areas

Family Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution

Focus areas

Alimony & Spousal Support, Arbitration, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father’s Rights, Marital Property, Mediation, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law

Chaim Steinberger, as the primary proprietor of the New York-based law firm Chaim Steinberger, P.C., is deeply committed to easing the often contentious legal processes that individuals across the New York metropolitan area face during challenging family transitions. He demonstrates this commitment through his compassionate approach and comprehensive legal expertise, assisting clients dealing with a range of issues, including:

• Resolving both contested and uncontested divorces
• Legal separation and annulments
• Addressing matters related to child custody, support, and relocation
• Handling property division and high-asset divorces
• Navigating cases involving domestic or intimate partner violence
• Managing the termination of domestic partnerships
• Advocating for fathers’ rights
• Dealing with international divorces and Jewish divorces (get)
• Offering mediation services
• Tackling issues surrounding military divorces
• Addressing parental alienation concerns
• Drafting prenuptial agreements
• Advocating for spousal support/maintenance

Mr. Steinberger’s approach is characterized by thoughtfulness and precision. He seamlessly blends empathy with an extensive understanding of the legal system to guide his clients through their cases, instilling in them the confidence needed to overcome their anxieties and manage their situations effectively. Known for his unwavering dedication, Mr. Steinberger is renowned for his adeptness in cross-examination and his formidable presence in the courtroom.

Chaim Steinberger’s academic journey includes graduating magna cum laude with his bachelor’s degree from Adelphi University in 1983 and achieving his Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Brooklyn Law School in 1994. He is licensed to practice law before the Supreme Court of the State of New York’s Appellate Division – Second Judicial Department, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Throughout his career, Mr. Steinberger has held key leadership roles in prominent legal organizations such as the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section, the New York State Bar Association, the Brooklyn Bar Association’s Family Law Section, and the Denis McInerney, New York County Lawyers Association, American Inn of Court. He is recognized as a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent* peer-reviewed attorney and maintains an “Excellent” rating on Avvo. He consistently shares his legal knowledge through his writings and lectures.

Mr. Steinberger places a strong emphasis on giving back to the community, dedicating his time and skills to various pro bono initiatives, civic and community groups, and mental health associations. Notable among these are the American Bar Association’s Operation Stand-By, the Brooklyn Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project, and the Unchained at Last organization. He continually invests in enhancing his legal skills to be a more proficient litigator, mediator, arbitrator, and negotiator.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® facilitates a peer review rating process, with ratings reflecting the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ encompass two categories: legal ability and general ethical standards.