About Paul Rudder

Paul E. Rudder, ESQ is a top-rated and highly regarded divorce lawyer in New York City, dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to clients for over 30 years. He has been selected as the “Top Lawyer” in the Divorce Law field from 2007 to present by the New York Times Super Lawyers Section. He was also appointed to the New York City Bar Association Matrimonial Committee as of August 2015. He has a top rating on AVVO.com in the divorce category. Our divorce law firm office is located in Midtown Manhattan, offering assistance with both contested/uncontested divorce, divorce mediation, pre- and post- nuptial agreements and family/child law assistance.

Having handled thousands of divorces and family law matters, Mr. Rudder differentiates himself by having created a boutique practice; he handles each and every matter himself from start to finish. He does not delegate his work to anyone. Every document, phone call and Court Appearance is conducted personally by him.

His work with clients is dedicated to creating an effective, personalized plan that guides his clients through the complexities of the divorce process and gets desired results.

Mr. Rudder has a vast knowledge of all areas of the New York Family Law and Judicial System, helping clients understand and prepare for potential outcomes that may arise along the way. He works proactively to protect the rights and interests of his clients.

Because of the diversity of cases he has been involved in, he was selected for many years as a frequent Analyst and Commentator on Court TV (10 years as a Matrimonial and Divorce expert). On the show, he discussed and commented on a number of legally controversial and high-profile celebrity divorces.

Mr. Rudder is a leading expert in his unique and exceptional ability to work with Child Custody cases, which tend to be highly emotionally charged as well as legally challenging. He has been recognized by his colleagues and Judges as having skills to resolve high conflict Child Custody cases. For this reason, he is regularly appointed by Judges to represent children in high conflict divorces.

Mr. Rudder also provides outstanding legal representation to clients seeking Pre-Nuptial Agreements or Divorce Mediation. He negotiates these agreements regularly and is very effective in achieving his clients’ goals.

Finally, because of Mr. Rudder’s ethics and character, he is well respected by colleagues and Judges as well as all court personnel. His clients greatly benefit from his reputation.

Business Hours
Monday – Saturday
8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.