USA – NEW YORK Law and Practice Contributed by: Eleanor B. Alter, Adam John Wolff, Jenifer J. Foley and MaryJane Gurriell, Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP
Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP is a New York- based matrimonial and family law firm dedicated to helping clients navigate complex personal and finan - cial issues with discretion, integrity, and compassion. Founded in 2016, the firm is comprised of nationally recognised attorneys who are committed to provid - ing sophisticated legal representation while prioritis - ing their clients’ long-term well-being and family re - lationships. AWFS handles all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including divorce, custody and par - enting time, equitable distribution, spousal and child
support, and the negotiation of pre- and post-nuptial agreements. The firm’s attorneys have extensive ex - perience representing business owners, profession - als, executives, and high-profile individuals in matters involving significant financial and parenting issues. Known for their strategic advocacy and practical ap - proach to dispute resolution, AWFS works tirelessly to achieve thoughtful, dignified outcomes that mini - mise conflict and position clients and their families for future success and stability.
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Eleanor B. Alter is a co-founder of Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP and a nationally recognised attorney with more than six decades of experience. Widely regarded as a matrimonial and family law leader, she has represented
Jenifer J. Foley is a co-founder of Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP and an accomplished litigator, trial attorney, and certified mediator with a practice devoted exclusively to New York family and matrimonial law. She
high-profile individuals, business owners, attorneys, and professionals, and has served as an expert witness and appellate advocate. A graduate of the University of Michigan and Columbia Law School with a year at Harvard Law School, Eleanor is a frequent lecturer, former law professor, and prolific legal writer. She is a member of several prestigious legal organisations and has held numerous leadership roles within New York’s legal community.
represents clients in matters involving divorce, custody, support, marital asset distribution, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and frequently collaborates on national and international family law cases. Jenifer is a Fellow and past board member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, New York Chapter, and a past Co-President of AFCC-NY. She is a graduate of Cardozo School of Law.
Adam John Wolff is a co-founder of Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP and a leading family law attorney with more than 30 years of experience handling complex divorce, custody, equitable distribution, and matrimonial matters.
MaryJane Gurriell is an associate at Alter Wolff Foley & Stutman LLP, where she represents clients in all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including divorce, custody, support, and equitable distribution matters.
Recognised for his expertise in sophisticated financial issues and trial advocacy, he represents clients in both settlement negotiations and litigation. A graduate of UC Berkeley School of Law, with a final year at Harvard Law School, and the Wharton School of Business, Adam is a Fellow and national leader of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is also a frequent lecturer, educator, and author on family law topics.
She earned her Juris Doctor from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University and currently serves as an Adjunct Professor, teaching Modern Divorce Advocacy. MaryJane is an active member of the New York State Bar Association, the New York City Bar Association, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.
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