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Divorce And Family Lawyers in North Tonawanda, NY: 2026 rankings

113 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in North Tonawanda: The Rossi Law Firm, LFR Score 65/100; 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 10

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Tully Rinckey PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #10 of 113.

  3. 41

    Most-reviewed: Rosenblum Law, 138 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 113 ranked; ranked #41.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

113 North Tonawanda divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 16 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 113 rated law firms.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1The Rossi Law Firm654.8★ (39)Buffalo, 11 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Nitko Law634.8★ (82)Amherst, 7 mi away——
3Gabriele Law PLLC624.9★ (68)Buffalo, 10 mi away——
4Anthony J Cervi, Attorney at Law614.7★ (77)Buffalo, 11 mi away——
5Clark Peshkin614.8★ (60)Buffalo, 11 mi away——
6Feron Poleon LLP614.7★ (35)Amherst, 4 mi away——
7Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis604.0★ (55)Amherst, 9 mi awaySat—
8Pusatier, Abbott, Sugarman & Martin, LLP604.6★ (33)Buffalo, 5 mi away——
9Cootauco Law Office604.9★ (109)St. Catharines, 21 mi away——
10Tully Rinckey PLLC604.9★ (137)Buffalo, 8 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours

All 113 divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in North Tonawanda

    Based in Buffalo, 11 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    68 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14202
  2. Based in Amherst, 7 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    91 N Forest Rd Suite 3, Williamsville, NY 14221
  3. Based in Buffalo, 10 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    392 Pearl St #301, Buffalo, NY 14202
  4. Based in Buffalo, 11 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    350 Main St #2405, Buffalo, NY 14202
  5. Based in Amherst, 4 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1400 Sweet Home Rd #9, Amherst, NY 14228
  6. Based in Buffalo, 5 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2464 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217
  7. Based in St. Catharines, 21 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 109 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 James St #206, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7E8
  8. Based in Buffalo, 8 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5488 Sheridan Dr #500, Buffalo, NY 14221
  9. Based in Niagara Falls, 11 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 23 Google reviews
    Address
    730 Main St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
  10. Based in Cheektowaga, 8 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5555 Main St #5, Williamsville, NY 14221
  11. Based in Buffalo, 8 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce service”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 52 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    300 International Dr #217, Buffalo, NY 14221
  12. 59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    535 Washington St 12th floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
  13. Based in Buffalo, 11 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1 Seneca St Ste 29-M15, Buffalo, NY 14203
  14. Based in Amherst, 5 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2410 N Forest Rd Ste 301, Getzville, NY 14068
  15. Based in Buffalo, 10 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    300 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202
  16. Based in Amherst, 8 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    300 International Dr Suite 100, Williamsville, NY 14221
  17. Based in Tonawanda, 4 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2655 Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14150
  18. Based in Buffalo, 5 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1195 Colvin Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14223

Divorce and family lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 113 ranked divorce and family lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Keith B. Schulefand, Esq.583.5★ (35)4 mi
27The Tabashneck Law Firm584.8★ (73)8 mi
28Law Office of Ashlea L. Palladino584.8★ (18)11 mi
29Christina Lana Shine, Esq.584.1★ (23)8 mi
30Linda M. DiPasquale, Attorney at Law574.4★ (19)11 mi
31Young, McNamara Professional Corporation Barrister, Solicitor, and Notary Public574.5★ (43)18 mi
32Maureen A McCready573.3★ (7)10 mi
33Hites William R573.7★ (6)11 mi
34Brian R. Welsh, PLLC573.5★ (8)9 mi
35Talmud Law573.7★ (30)8 mi
36Hawthorne & Vesper, PLLC573.6★ (44)11 mi
37Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis573.7★ (25)10 mi
38Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers575.0★ (12)13 mi
39Law Offices of Steven H. Grocott563.5★ (8)15 mi
40VanDette Law PLLC565.0★ (39)10 mi
41Rosenblum Law564.9★ (138)10 mi
42The Law Office of Hope R. Jay564.4★ (9)10 mi
43John E. Abeel, Esq.563.8★ (10)8 mi
44Law Office of Richard W. Cole562.0★ (4)10 mi
45Reich/Emerson LLP563.8★ (13)10 mi
46Michalek & Harrington564.1★ (20)15 mi
47Jon Louis Wilson Law Offices563.9★ (17)13 mi
48Herrington Law Firm PLLC553.7★ (9)13 mi
49Salvatore T. Sanfilippo, Attorney at Law552.5★ (4)15 mi
50Law Office of Sara L Anthis543.1★ (7)11 mi

Also serving North Tonawanda

20 more divorce and family lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked divorce and family lawyers serving North Tonawanda
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Carly D. Brown, Esq.8 mi
Divorce2507 mi
Ginestre Vincent R5.0★ (1)In North Tonawanda
Janese III Ted W10 mi
Jeffrey F. Reina5.0★ (1)11 mi
Kresses & Piasecki Legal, PC5.0★ (87)In North Tonawanda
LAW OFFICE OF DAVID MICHAEL HEIM4.2★ (17)In North Tonawanda
Law Offices of A Joseph Catalano4.5★ (2)11 mi
Meckler Cynthia Perla5.0★ (1)9 mi
Peter J. Fiorella, Jr. & Associates5.0★ (1)8 mi
Pope Law Firm, PLLC3.0★ (2)9 mi
Rizzo James A2.7★ (6)In North Tonawanda
Saraceno Buffalo Divorce Attorney Offices5.0★ (2)11 mi
The Glennon Law Firm, P.C.8 mi
The Law Office of Luke Brown4.7★ (13)In North Tonawanda
The Law Office of Rachel K. Saeli5.0★ (2)11 mi
The Lenhardt Law Firm5.0★ (1)9 mi
Tiveron Law PLLC4.0★ (1)13 mi
Underberg & Kessler LLP10 mi
Viola, Cummings, & Lindsay, LLP1.0★ (2)In North Tonawanda

How we ranked North Tonawanda divorce and family lawyers

We scored 113 North Tonawanda divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn North Tonawanda data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a divorce and family lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
  • Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda: frequently asked questions

Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in North Tonawanda?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in North Tonawanda, NY is The Rossi Law Firm with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Nitko Law (#2) and Gabriele Law PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 113 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many divorce and family lawyers are there in North Tonawanda?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 113 divorce and family lawyers serving North Tonawanda, NY. 1 of them is based in North Tonawanda; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda are open 24/7?

7 ranked divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Rossi Law Firm (#1), Tully Rinckey PLLC (#10) and Smart Divorce NY (#15). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda work on weekends?

16 of 113 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Rossi Law Firm (#1), Law Offices of Randy S. Margulis (#7) and Tully Rinckey PLLC (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do North Tonawanda divorce and family lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 113 rated divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda is 4.3★, with a median of 21 reviews. Rosenblum Law has the most, 138 reviews, and ranks #41. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?

Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do divorce and family lawyers outside North Tonawanda count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the North Tonawanda city center, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda, NY charge?

Divorce and family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer. A fee that depends on securing a divorce or on the amount of support is not allowed under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $357 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?

Not always, but a lawyer can review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it, which is hard to undo later. Many firms offer limited-scope help for this. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in North Tonawanda, NY ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in North Tonawanda?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for North Tonawanda

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 113 divorce and family lawyers serving North Tonawanda.