Steven J. Mandel

Steven J. Mandel is a distinguished divorce attorney based in Astoria, New York, and serves as co-chair of the New York County Lawyer's Association’s Matrimonial Section. He established The Mandel Law Firm in 1980, guided by the principle of providing innovative solutions for his clients. This approach reflects the motto of J.P. Morgan: "I hire him to tell me how to do what I want to do."

Steven's legal journey began at Adelphi University, where he attended on a baseball scholarship. Despite an opportunity to try out for the Toronto Blue Jays, he chose to channel his competitive nature into law. He was part of the inaugural class at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, graduating with a Doctor of Law degree (J.D.) in 1979.

Steven has received numerous accolades, including being named a “Top 100 Lawyer in the United States” by the American Society of Legal Advocates, “Top Attorney of the Year” by the New York Times Magazine Section, and “Family Law Practitioner of the Year” by New York Magazine. He is also recognized as a “Legal Leader” and one of “New York’s Top Rated Lawyers” by ALM, and holds a perfect “10” rating from AVVO for “peer recognition & client satisfaction.” Martindale-Hubbell has awarded him the prestigious “AV Preeminent” rating for his legal ability and ethical standards.

Despite these honors, Steven measures his success by the gratitude expressed through “thank you cards” and “hugs” from satisfied clients. His career, spanning almost 40 years, underscores why clients consistently choose Steven J. Mandel and The Mandel Law Firm for their legal needs.