Maria C. Tebano

Maria C. Tebano, Esq., is an attorney at Tebano & Associates, PLLC, with nearly two decades of legal practice focused on matrimonial law, family law, military divorce, real estate law, civil litigation, employment law, trusts, and estates. She has handled cases in the Capital Region courts that hear divorce and family matters. Her work includes agreements, custody, visitation, equitable distribution, support, enforcement, modification, counsel fee requests, and expert fee issues. She brings courtroom skill, practical planning, and goal-focused guidance to clients facing difficult legal concerns daily.

Maria earned a B.A. in psychology from the State University of New York at Albany. She earned a J.D. from St. Thomas University School of Law. She also earned an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. This education supports her work in family law, financial issues, property matters, and estate planning. Her legal training helps her review complex facts, explain options, and prepare strategies that match each client’s specific needs with focus.

Maria built her career through senior roles in Albany area legal practice before establishing her current firm. She was a principal at Ainsworth, Sullivan, Tracy, Knauf, Warner & Ruslander, PC, for more than 16 years. She later headed the litigation department at Tully Rinckey, PLLC. She is admitted in New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Florida, as well as federal courts, the Second Circuit, and the U.S. Tax Court, giving her broad litigation and courtroom experience.

Maria C. Tebano helps people by guiding them through divorce, custody, support, property, employment, real estate, litigation, and estate matters. She works to protect client interests while explaining legal steps in clear terms. Her recognition includes AV Preeminent status, client service honors, Super Lawyers listings, and family law awards. She has also spoken for legal education groups and appeared in media discussions. Her work reflects strong advocacy, preparation, and professional service for clients facing major legal decisions and concerns.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Tebano & Associates, PLLC
• Member, New York State Bar Association

• Member, Albany County Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York
• North Carolina
• New Jersey
• Florida

Education

• University of Miami School of Law
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• St. Thomas University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• State University of New York
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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