Attorney Brian D. Perskin
New York Divorce Lawyer
PRACTICE AREAS: Divorce, Domestic Relations, Family Law, Matrimonial Law
Brian D. Perskin is a high quality legal advocate and passionate family law attorney. As a divorce and family law attorney in New York City, he has cultivated one of the most well-respected and largest family law practices in the area. Additionally, his commitment to providing top-notch legal help is reflected in an 8.5 "excellent" rating on Avvo. This rating is a reflection of his professional reputing and pursuit of excellence in his work. Attorney Perskin has experience helping clients deal with complicated issues related to matrimonial settlements, joint parenting plans, child custody matters and the equitable distribution of assets. Additionally, he is experienced in prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. As an attorney, he has helped men and women in contested trials and appeals involving a wide-range of divorce and family law matters.
Attorney Perskin has developed a reputation for providing high-quality and aggressive legal advocacy for his clients. He is passionate about helping people and always strives to achieve the highest possible level of legal professionalism. He is committed to advancing legal knowledge and frequently speaks about issues related to family law. Recently, he has shared his thoughts about the use of depositions in matrimonial proceedings, the analysis of custody evaluations and how judges perceive equitable distribution and the valuations of closely held businesses and enhanced earnings. Additionally, he regularly contributes to family law and divorce blogs. In the past, he has shared his legal insights regarding divorce strategies, equitable distribution, fathers' rights, pension fund assets, attorneys' fees and custody rights of non-parents.
Education
Bar admissions
Mr. Perskin is admitted to practice in New York State and before the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts.
Publications
- Divorce Strategy
- How to Prepare for a Forensic Evaluation
- Hiring your Divorce Lawyer
- Importance of Discovery
Of Note: Mr. Perskin will be publishing his first book on the topic of Divorce Strategy, which is expected to be available by July 2012.
Senior Associate Attorney Evan S. Seckular
Evan S. Seckular was born in Long Island, New York. After spending his childhood in Scarsdale, New York, he attended the University of Pennsylvania. As an undergraduate student be obtained minors in Economics and Spanish and majored in International Relations. After graduation, he went on to earn a Juris Doctorate Degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and was accepted into the New York State Bar after graduation. Today, he works as a Senior Associate Attorney at Brian D. Perskin & Associates. Attorney Seckular is married and lives in New York, New York.
Associate Attorney Susannah L. Ashton
Susannah L. Ashton was born and raised in Los Gatos, California. As an undergraduate student, she attended the University of Santa Cruz and graduated in 2005. During this time, she studied Psychology and focused in abused children. Attorney Ashton obtained a Juris Doctorate Degree from Brooklyn Law School in 2009. The next year, she was admitted to the New York State Bar. Before working as an associate attorney at Brian D. Perskin & Associates, she was a lawyer with a nonprofit organization. As such, she gained valuable legal experience representing neglected, abused and homeless youth in the juvenile justice system. Attorney Ashton lives in Brooklyn, New York.