About Maria
Maria Coffinas is a seasoned family law attorney based in Brooklyn, New York — She has been practicing law since 1985, focusing primarily on matrimonial and family law matters. As a founding member of Coffinas & Lusthaus, P.C., she has dedicated her entire professional career to assisting clients with complex family law issues. The firm, established in 1997, is located at 186 Joralemon Street, Suite 701, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Throughout her nearly four-decade career, Maria has developed a reputation for her calm and confident approach, particularly in emotionally charged cases. Her expertise encompasses many family law areas, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and orders of protection.
She is known for her ability to negotiate favorable, comprehensive out-of-court settlements, which has been instrumental in resolving disputes efficiently and effectively. One of Maria's notable contributions to family law is her involvement in a landmark case that established the principle that children have the right to independent, impartial counsel in custody proceedings. This case not only secured the rights of children across New York State but also allowed her client to maintain custody of her children. The former client continues to express gratitude for Maria's dedication and expertise — In recognition of her professional achievements, Maria has received several accolades. She has been AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, a distinction awarded to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards.
Additionally, she has been named a Super Lawyer® from 2016 to 2025 and has been recognized as a Top Woman Lawyer in Metro New York by The New York Times during the same period. Maria earned her Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School in 1984 and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Brooklyn College, obtained in 1981. She is admitted to practice in New York and before the U.S. District Courts for both the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. Her professional affiliations include the New York State Bar Association.
She serves on the Family Law Committee, the American Bar Association's Family Law Section, the Brooklyn Bar Association's Family Law Section, the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York, and the Brooklyn Women's Bar Association's Family and Matrimonial Law Committee. Clients commend Maria for her professionalism, knowledge, and experience. Many have praised her for her ability to navigate complex divorce cases and for her compassionate approach to family law matters. Her dedication to her clients and her commitment to achieving favorable outcomes have solidified her reputation as a trusted attorney in the Brooklyn community.
