About Chaim

Chaim Steinberger is a seasoned family law attorney based in New York City, specializing in divorce and related matters. He founded Chaim Steinberger, P.C. in 2000, providing many comprehensive legal services in family law. With over two decades of experience, Mr. Steinberger is known for effectively navigating complex family law issues. His firm is located at 150 East 58th Street, Suite 2701, New York, NY 10155, where he continues to advocate for his clients. Mr.

Steinberger earned his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from Brooklyn Law School in 1994. During his time at law school, he served as an Articles Editor for the Brooklyn Law Review and was an active member of the Moot Court Honor Society. These roles not only developed his legal writing and advocacy skills but also laid a solid foundation for his future career in family law. Prior to attending law school, he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Adelphi University in 1983, further demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence. Admitted to practice in New York in 1995, Mr. Steinberger is also authorized to practice before the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court.

His extensive practice encompasses a variety of family law issues, including divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence. This diverse expertise allows him to address the needs of each client effectively. In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Steinberger is an experienced mediator and arbitrator. He has served as a mediator for the New York State Supreme Court Commercial Division and the Matrimonial Mediation Project in Westchester and Queens Counties. His commitment to alternative dispute resolution reflects his dedication to resolving family disputes efficiently and amicably. By focusing on mediation, he helps clients find mutually beneficial solutions, minimizing the emotional and financial toll of litigation.

Mr. Steinberger has held leadership roles in several professional organizations, which further shows his commitment to the field. He was Chair of the Custody Committee of the American Bar Association Family Law Section from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he served on the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section. These positions highlight his active involvement in shaping family law practices and policies — Fluent in Yiddish and conversant in Hebrew, Mr. Steinberger is dedicated to serving clients. For consultations, he can be reached at (212) 964-6100 or via email at [email protected].

Education

Brooklyn Law School

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York
U.S. Supreme Court

Court Admissions

New York State Appellate Division, Second Department State Appeals Court · Admitted 1995
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court · Admitted 1995
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court · Admitted 1995
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 2003

Types of Cases Handled

divorce child custody child support domestic violence

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Mediation Arbitration

Sources

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