Paul H. Roitshtein

Paul H. Roitshtein is a distinguished attorney with a focus on divorce, family, and criminal law in Astoria, New York. With extensive litigation experience, he regularly appears in the Supreme, Family, and Criminal Courts of New York City. Mr. Roitshtein adeptly manages all facets of divorce and family law, including property and debt division, alimony, child support and custody, and family offenses, also known as orders of protection. He is well-versed in cases involving hidden income and high net worth clients, promoting low-conflict resolutions whenever feasible.

In addition to his family law expertise, Mr. Roitshtein handles a comprehensive range of criminal defense cases, from misdemeanors and felonies to domestic violence. While many cases are resolved without trial, he is prepared to offer assertive representation when necessary, understanding that serious charges may lead to incarceration. His approach is always tailored to the unique circumstances of each case.

Prior to establishing his own practice, Mr. Roitshtein spent six years as an associate attorney at Richardson Legal PLLC, a boutique New York City firm led by Morghan Leia Richardson, Esq. There, he managed a diverse array of divorce, family, and criminal cases through trial. Earlier in his career, he served as a judicial law clerk for the Hon. Paul M. DePascale in the Criminal Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey, where he conducted research on criminal law.

Mr. Roitshtein holds degrees from Georgetown University and the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where he earned an award for academic excellence in criminal law. His professional achievements include being named to the Super Lawyers' Rising Stars list in 2014.