Expert New York Divorce Mediation Lawyer: Peaceful & Cost‑Effective Solutions

Staten Island’s Premier Divorce Mediator for 31 Years

Many people think litigation is the only way to protect their interests in a divorce. But going to court often turns out to be a financially and emotionally draining process in which no one wins, and everyone loses. So, what other solutions can couples getting divorced in New York turn to?

Attorney / Mediator Bill Leininger can help you and your spouse settle your differences without a nasty courtroom battle. Attorney Bill Leininger’s Family Law Practice is truly dedicated to out-of-court solutions for couples getting divorced.. Bill is a true believer in alternatives to Court litigation and he is committed to helping you and your spouse resolve your marital dispute.

To learn more, call 718-979-5200 or contact us online to schedule a free 30 minute divorce mediation consultation.

You Don’t Have to Fight—Settle Your Divorce in Staten Island.

Litigation Alternatives like Pre-Suit Divorce Mediation are less costly, less adversarial, and less time consuming than a Court battle. It puts the solution in the hands of you and your spouse! Bill Leininger has handled difficult contested divorces involving serious custody disputes and millions of dollars of assets since 1978. He opened his own lawfirm in Staten Island in 1981 which since then has been dedicated solely to Family Law matters. In 1994, he became the first certified attorney Divorce Mediator in Staten Island. In 2021 he refocused his practice exclusively on the best alternatives to contested Court litigation, including Pre-Suit Divorce Mediation, Mediation of Uncontested Divorces, Collaborative Divorces and Mediation of Prenuptial and Post Nuptial Agreements, thus leaving the courtroom behind.

Bill Leininger brings legal knowledge, and practical insights to the mediation process that non-attorney mediators simply do not have.. Effective solutions come from experience – understanding the law, the facts and figures, and available options that will be approved by the Court.

Over 40 years of Legal Experience

Bill Leininger has over four decades of legal experience in helping families reach divorce settlements.

Litigation Free

We believe any aspect of divorce and custody can be resolved without a courtroom fight. Bill Leininger has experience with mediating complex property divisions, (involving up to $16,000,000.00 in assets), difficult custody disputes, and high-stakes alimony and child support issues. Bill Leininger uses his 40+ years of matrimonial experience to offer creative solutions, gentle guidance, and common sense wisdom from years of hard work in courtroom battles.

RESOLVE YOUR DIVORCE IN 6 – 10 WEEKS!

Among the other substantial benefits to choosing Divorce Mediation, many of Bill’s Staten Island Pre-suit mediations are completed in 6 to 10 weeks.

Staten Island Family Law Attorney Bill Leininger is a proven courtroom advocate. But after seeing how much damage divorce litigation can do without resolving the underlying disputes—and witnessing the positive outcomes of Divorce Mediation, he chose to no longer litigate divorce and custody cases, but instead turned his attention completely to litigation alternatives like Divorce Mediation and Collaborative Divorce.

Explore Your Alternatives to Dvorce Litigation in a Free Telephone Consultation, or Zoom Videoconference with both spouses.

Attorney / Mediator Bill Leininger offers a free 30 minute phone consultation, or a free 30 minute Zoom Videoconference, as well as reasonable rates for mediation, drafting of agreements, preparation of court documents, and other mediation related services. During your initial telephone consultation, or Zoom videoconference, Bill will discuss the benefits of mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and help you decide whether these methods are the right fit for your situation.

Divorce mediations can always be held virtually via Zoom and frequently in person at Attorney Leininger’s Staten Island law office. The option to mediate virtually is particularly important if you or your spouse lives outside the Staten Island Area, or you and your spouse have conflicting work schedules. Bill is one of only a few Divorce Mediators who work six days per week, Monday thru Saturday between 11 AM and 8 PM. Almost none of Bill’s virtual mediation clients ever have to take off from work in view of Bill’s six day per week work schedule, including evening ans Saturday appointments until 8 PM.

Call 718-979-5200 or contact us online to speak with experienced Staten Island divorce attorney & Divorce Mediator Bill Leininger. The firm accepts, Cash, Checks, and Mastercard and Visa credit cards.

Attorney Bill Leininger is now engaged full time as a neutral in:

Pre-Suit Divorce Mediation

Pre-suit Divorce Mediation is a process that promotes cooperation and open communication between divorcing spouses, thereby reducing costs and allowing couples to maintain control over their futures before and after they file for divorce. Because issues are settled before filing, the whole process is more streamlined, faster, and over all less expensive than court-ordered mediation and settling after a case has been filed.

Uncontested Divorce Mediation

Couples may not initially realize that certain issues must be addressed even in amicable, uncontested divorces. A mediator can help identify and resolve potential areas of disagreement that may not be initially apparent, ensuring that all aspects of the divorce are thoroughly discussed through open and constructive communication between the parties, resulting in a comprehensive clearly written agreement that can help prevent future misunderstandings and disputes.

Post-Judgment Modification Mediation

Post-judgment modification mediation is a process that occurs after the court has issued a divorce judgment, but circumstances have changed, leading one party to seek modifications to certain aspects of the divorce decree. This often involves modifications to child custody, visitation schedules, child support, alimony, or other financial arrangements. Mediation preserves a cooperative and respectful relationship between the parties, especially when ongoing co-parenting is involved, and can be less adversarial than returning to court for a modification hearing.