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Bonnie L. Mohr

Bonnie L. Mohr

Law Offices of Bonnie L. Mohr
236 W. 26th Street
Suite 303
New York, NY 10001

Phone: (212) 736-2624  |  Fax: (212) 981-0528
http://www.mohresq.com/

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Reasonable and Reliable Representation

Legal Topic

Family Law

Preferred New Clients

I welcome all clients. I am willing to travel to your place of convenience - home, office, restaurant, etc. I also find most of my clients are very happy communicating by phone and email.

Sub-Categories

Children
  • Adoptions
  • Child Support
  • Custody
  • Paternity
Couples
  • Marriage
  • Power of Attorney
  • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Legal Topic

Divorce

Preferred New Clients

I prefer to work with clients in the beginning of their divorce. However, I don't limit my practice to new clients or new cases. I am willing to travel to your place of convenience - home, office, restaurant, etc. I also find most of my clients are very happy communicating by phone and email.

Sub-Categories

Divorce
  • Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support

Bar Admissions

PA, Oct 2008

NY, Jan 2004
Bar Number: 4202370

NJ, Feb 2004
Bar Number: 040872003

Other Court Admissions

I am admitted to practice in the states of New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I am also admitted to practice in the federal courts of the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York, and the New Jersey District Court.

Association Memberships

New York State Bar Association, New York County Lawyer's Association, New York Women's Bar Association, and Financial Planning Association.

Continuing Education

I regularly attend legal education seminars in areas relevant to my practice or the needs of my clients.

Example Cases

While I aggressively pursue my clients’ interests, my goal is to obtain a win-win situation for both parties, where possible, by focusing on the bigger picture.

For example, in a divorce case, it is better for the parties to agree on how they will distribute assets accumulated during the marriage instead of fighting in court, running up legal fees, and escalating the stress in an already stressful situation.

For child custody cases, I also find it much better for my client and their children if both parents can agree to a custody or visitation schedule. Such agreements allow for greater flexibility in custody and visitation, decrease the tension in dropping off and picking up the children and encourage the parents to work together where it concerns the children.

Education

Degree:

Bachelor of Science

School:

East Stroudsburg University

City:

East Stroudsburg

State:

PA

Year:

2000

Honors:

Dean's List, Honors Program, 18th Senatorial District Honors Recognition, Pocono Mountain Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

Focus and Accomplishments:

Media Communications and Technology.

 

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

School:

New York Law School

City:

New York

State:

NY

Year:

2003

Honors:

Sidney and Mary Abbey Merit Scholarship

Number of Attorneys

1

State Licensed In

New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Firm Focus and History

My practice focuses on family law, matrimonial matters, and estate planning and administration.

I opened the Law Offices of Bonnie L. Mohr as a general practice law firm in 2004. I have since found I can better serve my clients if I focused my practices on specific areas of the law. As most people sought my advice with their family matters or estate planning needs, my practice now focuses on family law, matrimonial law, and estate planning and administration.

Previous Employment Summary

I worked with and continue to work with Jacobson & Colfin, PC, in an "Of Counsel" position. Jacobson & Colfin, PC, is an intellectual property firm specializing in music business, copyright, trademarks and civil litigation. Their website is thefirm.com.

I have worked with Leatha Sturges, of the Law Offices of Leatha J. Sturges, from 2003 through 2006. The Law Offices of Leatha J. Sturges is a general practice firm.

Activities and Awards

I am a martial artist. Tuesday afternoon I teach Isshinryu Karate to children.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I am a counselor at law. It is my job to advise my clients of their options, advise I am a counselor at law. It is my job to advise my clients of their options, advise them of the possible outcomes of their options and to help them exercise their options. Whether I educate them as to the legal issues or they educate themselves, they, ultimately, will make the major decisions.
However, I do caution individuals that try to represent themselves. Although well educated about a particular issue, they may fail to recognize that there can be other legal issues or practical concerns.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I do review documents prepared by clients.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I generally do not coach clients that represent themselves. I do not like to give advice without having all the facts. Even though the individual may think they have provided all the necessary facts, they do not know law and cannot know which facts are necessary.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I became a lawyer because of its flexibility and diversity. As a solo practitioner, I meet and work with all kinds of people in all types of situations and reach all manners of solutions. It can be very hectic, sometimes crazy, and usually gratifying.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

I come from a large, diverse family and I've been exposed to a lot of family issues before and after becoming a lawyer. I use those pre-lawyer days to analyze the problem from the non-legal viewpoint. Sometimes you need to resort to the courts to resolve the problem, sometimes you don't. But you do need someone with legal experience to help you make that decision.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I didn't choose family law. Family law chose me. I started my own firm as a general practice lawyer. I have also worked in a no-fault insurance firm while in law school and an intellectual property law firm. However, I found that people frequently need help with their domestic issues. They don't need me for copyrights or trademarks; they need me to help them with their divorce action, child support hearing or paternity proceeding.

What do you like best about your career?

My practice has the potential to change people's lives. Practicing family law allows me to use my knowledge, experience and instincts to solve my client's legal problems. While the outcome is sometimes less than ideal, my clients always know that they are being represented diligently and that is extremely gratifying.

Tell us about your law firm:

I am a solo practitioner. I deal with each and every client personally on a first name basis. I like to keep my practice informal and myself approachable. If you have a question, I want you to ask me your question. I may need to think about your question or research the answer, but I will always answer you.

What are your strengths and style?

I am independent, focused and driven. My practice focuses on my clients, their goals, and their needs.

Personal Interests:

I am a martial artist. I have studied Isshinyu Karate for over ten years and am still heavily involved in this martial art. During the course of the school year, I am an instructor at an after-school Isshinryu karate program.

I am also a pet person. I have a cat and dog. I find my furry friends to be great companions.

Fax

(212) 981-0528

Office Hours

Please call me. I'll be happy to schedule a meeting with you. If you need evening hours or a Saturday meeting, we can schedule a phone conference. I don't generally have emergency after hours, but if the situation requires it, I can be available.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

I speak and read some Spanish

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

I charge hourly, flat fees and a combination of both. Depending on the needs of the client, I will create a fee structure that works for both me and the client.

Hourly Rates

$200.

Free Initial Consultation?

Please call me. I often give free initial consultations.

Typical Retainer

Yes, $2,000 for family law matters.

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