Jerome A Scharoff, P.C.

Jerome A Scharoff, P.C. Jerome A. Scharoff is a leading matrimonial lawyer on Long Island specializing in complex family law. Prior to focusing on matrimonial and family law Mr. Mr.

Scharoff opened his own firm in 2004 after working under some of the top matrimonial attorneys in the state. Scharoff was the acting head of the Nassau County District Court law department where he was in charge of a staff that researched and wrote decisions for 26 different Nassau County District Court Judges. Since Mr. Scharoff opened his own firm he has emerged as one of Long Island's leading i

ndependent matrimonial lawyers. Scharoff is well liked and respected by Judges and Lawyers alike. Proof of Mr. Scharoff's standing in the legal community was his recent appointment to the Grievance Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association as well as the fact that many of his colleagues refer cases to him. Scharoff has handled complex cases in the areas of child custody, child support and maintenance/alimony. In addition, he routinely handles cases involving sophisticated equitable distribution issues such as business/license valuations and pension/retirement issues. Further, Mr. Scharoff regularly represents clients in post divorce litigation as well as drafting complex pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. "As a firm I routinely try to think outside the box to come up with the most constructive and cost effective approach to litigation. I never want a client to spend more in legal fees than the dollar amount they are fighting over. However there are some areas that you cannot put a price tag on such as child custody matters. My goal for all of our clients is to get them through one of the most difficult times in their life with strong, dedicated representation." Scharoff is a member of the Matrimonial Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association, the Family Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association. He was also named a "Top Ten Matrimonial Lawyer" under the age of 45 on Long Island. Further he was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star in the 2012 New York Metro edition of Super Lawyers Magazine. This award is bestowed upon no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state after a selection process involving in-depth research and peer nominations and reviews. At present he also sits on the WE CARE Advisory Board, which is the charity arm of the Nassau County Bar Association and is a member of the Merrick Kiwanis Club.

08/31/2026

A few practical tips for mediation day: don't go into work beforehand, get a good night's sleep, and eat well that morning.

Mediation is stressful enough without adding a rushed schedule on top of it.

Taking the day to prepare mentally can make a real difference in how it goes.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/30/2026

If you're paying child support and hit a rough patch financially, stopping payments on your own isn't the answer.

The existing support order stays in effect until a judge changes it, and any modification only applies back to the date you filed.

Filing a motion with the court first protects you down the road.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/28/2026

Mediation goes better when emotions aren't in the driver's seat.

Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful periods in a person's life, even when you think you're thinking clearly.

Staying grounded, calm, and focused makes a real difference in the outcome.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

If you're facing a divorce, custody, or family law matter in Garden City or across New York, our office is here to help....
08/27/2026

If you're facing a divorce, custody, or family law matter in Garden City or across New York, our office is here to help.

Don't wait to get the guidance you need - reach out today.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/26/2026

Think you can skip hiring a divorce attorney and handle it yourself?

Technically, you don't need one, but going without someone who knows the court system puts you at real risk.

The process has more moving parts than most people expect.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/25/2026

When a parent falls behind on child support in New York, there are real ways to enforce it.

You can file a motion for contempt, which can lead to incarceration if the nonpayment is found to be willful.

An income ex*****on can also be used, or New York State can step in and collect child support on your behalf.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/23/2026

Does it matter who files for divorce first in New York?

It doesn't - a divorce isn't like a criminal case, so there's no plaintiff-versus-defendant disadvantage.

Filing first gives you no advantage, and no negative inference is drawn against whoever files second.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/21/2026

Child support in New York isn't set in stone.

It can be modified if there's a substantial change in circumstances, if three years have passed since the order was entered, or if either parent's income has shifted by 15% or more.

Those three bases apply whether support needs to move up or down.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/20/2026

Settling a divorce quickly and efficiently isn't just good advice.

It's in everyone's best interest, since the alternative usually costs more time, money, and stress.

A faster resolution benefits both sides.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

08/18/2026

Before mediation, it helps to have a clear picture of your ideal custody and parenting plan.

Think through how decisions will be made, who has final say if any, and what happens if the parties disagree.

The goal is a schedule that works in the best interest of the children.

Call Jerome A. Scharoff, P.C. at 516-814-9850 for a free consultation.

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