Needle | Cuda is a boutique law firm focused on the practice of divorce and family law. Well-established in Connecticut, we have expanded to neighboring Brewster, New York, where our knowledgeable team of licensed New York attorneys maintains the high quality and sharp focus on family law that has served our Connecticut clients so well over the years. We accept only a limited number of clients at a time, so that we can give each of them the individual attention they deserve. We are determined to protect your rights and strive tirelessly toward effective solutions to your family law problems.
New York family law involves a multitude of issues besides divorce. These may be settled either by agreement of the parties or an order of the Superior Court or Family Court. Among the issues we help with are:
You can trust us to provide the same personalized, zealous and shrewd representation in everything we do.
Needle | Cuda’s New York practice serves clients in Scarsdale, Chappaqua, Larchmont, Pound Ridge, Armonk, Rye, Bronxville, Briarcliff Manor, Bedford, Harrison, and Tarrytown.
If you have a family law problem of any kind in Dutchess, Putnam, Westchester County, or New York City, Needle | Cuda is ready to help. We provide highly responsive service and effective representation focused on positive results. To arrange a consultation, call us today at 203-557-9500 or contact us online.
Family law in New York governs legal matters involving family relationships, including divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal maintenance, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, paternity, adoption, domestic violence orders of protection, and post-judgment modifications.
New York Supreme Court has jurisdiction over divorce and any related ancillary issues. Family Court handles child custody, child support, visitation, paternity, and orders of protection when there is no pending divorce. Some matters may be heard in either court depending on the procedural posture.
Yes. In addition to divorce, Needle | Cuda represents clients in custody and visitation disputes, child support and modifications, post-judgment enforcement, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, legal separations, restraining and protective orders, and matters involving family-owned businesses or trust assets.
Family law attorneys in New York typically bill hourly, with rates varying by experience and the complexity of the matter. Most firms, including Needle | Cuda, require an initial retainer against which hourly fees are billed. Flat fees may apply to limited-scope work like prenuptial agreement drafting.
Many clients have ties to multiple states including assets, businesses, residences or a spouse, making jurisdiction a strategic question. A firm experienced in both New York and Connecticut law, like Needle | Cuda, can advise on the best forum, navigate interstate enforcement, and coordinate parallel proceedings.