Joseph H. Nivin

Joseph H. Nivin is a highly regarded family law attorney with extensive experience handling divorce, child custody, guardianship, and juvenile delinquency cases. Known for his strategic approach and compassionate advocacy, he helps clients navigate complex legal matters, ensuring their rights and interests are protected. His practice includes alternative dispute resolution, property division, child support enforcement, paternity issues, and CPS/ACS consultations for attorneys.

Joseph earned his Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School, where he served as President of the Unemployment Action Center. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts Admitted to practice in New York and Connecticut, he is also authorized to appear before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.

Joseph is a top-rated New York family law attorney, consistently recognized for his skill and results. He was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star every year from 2015 to 2022—an achievement earned by only 2.5% of attorneys in New York—and was named a Super Lawyer in 2023. He holds a “Superb” 10.0 rating on Avvo, was honored as one of The National Advocates’ Top 40 Under 40 in 2016, and received the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys’ 10 Best in Client Satisfaction award in 2015, reflecting his strong commitment to client-focused representation.

Beyond his legal practice, Joseph H. Nivin is actively involved in the legal community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Brandeis Association of Queens County and as a member of the New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Families and the Law. He is also a member of the New York City Bar Association. Through his dedication to advocacy and legal excellence, he remains a trusted resource for individuals and families facing challenging legal issues.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Law Offices of Joseph H. Nivin, P.C.
• Board of Directors, Brandeis Association of Queens County
• Member, New York State Bar Association, Committee on Families and the Law
• Member, New York City Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, U.S. District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York

Licensed State

• New York
• Connecticut

Education

• Brooklyn Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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