About Eric R Posmantier

Eric R. Posmantier is a founding member of the firm, and an experienced family law attorney who focuses his practice on all aspects of divorce, as well as post-divorce alimony and child custody modification matters.

Mr. Posmantier began his career in 1997 with a legal research clerkship at the Department of Legal Research for the Judicial Branch, Superior Court of Connecticut. He subsequently joined the Greenwich, Connecticut, firm, Fogarty Cohen Selby & Nemiroff LLC (“FCSN”) as an associate in 1998. He became a partner at FCSN in 2007, focusing a large part of his practice on high net worth asset division and support awards, as well as on complex child custody disputes. He remained at FCSN through the end of 2012.

Mr. Posmantier has successfully argued in front of the Appellate Court of Connecticut on numerous occasions, and twice appeared before the Connecticut Supreme Court. He serves as a special master for the Connecticut Superior Court, working with attorneys and litigants to resolve high-conflict child custody disputes at the Regional Family Trial Docket in Middletown, as well as assisting parties to resolve financial disputes in the Judicial District of Stamford-Norwalk. Mr. Posmantier served as co-chair of the Family Law Section of the Fairfield County Bar Association from 2003 to 2006.

A graduate of the State University of New York at Albany and Rutgers University School of Law at Camden (where he was on the staff of the Rutgers Law Journal), Mr. Posmantier was selected as a “Rising Star” in the New England Super Lawyers publication each time he was eligible between 2009 and 2011. He is also on a select list of Connecticut divorce law attorneys age 45 & under on TenLeaders.com and has a “Superb” rating with more than thirty-five 5-out-of-5 client reviews on Avvo.com. He was listed in the November 2015 edition of Greenwich Magazine’s 213 “Top Lawyers in Fairfield County”, as provided by Avvo.

In addition to his more than twenty-three years experience as a family law attorney, Attorney Posmantier is a graduate of the 40-Hour Mediation Certificate Program at the Quinnipiac School of Law Center on Dispute Resolution, as well as several advanced mediation trainings. He has also completed the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Interdisciplinary Introductory Collaborative Practice Training.

Mr. Posmantier is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 30, 2016
Hired Attorney

Although I did not hire Eric since I felt in the end I could not afford him, I truly wish I could have. He came across as sincere, concerned, smart and engaged.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 22, 2016
Hired Attorney

I cannot imagine finding a better lawyer. From the first consultation with Eric, I knew he was one of those rare people you meet with a blend of high integrity, a desire to help people, and a need to do the best job possible with the least expense to me. His excellent interpersonal skills and profound understanding of the psychology of people make him an exceptional family attorney.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 22, 2016
Hired Attorney

Eric Posmantier is a top notch Attorney.His legal expertise was exceptional.He was always working hard for me.I felt protected and assured.His office team of paralegals were professional,courteous and very helpful.The new office is serene and very comforting.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 03, 2016
Hired Attorney

I initially worked with Eric as a divorce coach for independent support through divorce mediation. His expert guidance on the different positions I could take was very helpful throughout the process. When the mediation failed, I retained Eric to represent me. His cooperative approach and creative solutions for issues helped me achieve a satisfying and speedy divorce settlement. Eric helped me keep my emotions out of the settlement discussions and remain focused on my kid's best interests.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 20, 2015
Hired Attorney

I would definitely recommend Eric & was extremely satisfied with his representation and counsel. He has a unique perspective and approach -- he is not like most divorce lawyers who rack up fees by pouring gas on flames and engage in pointless conflict, arguments and litigation with the other party. He understands the true 'cost' of divorce -- emotional, financial and experiential. He has a bias to non-adversarial conflict resolution. A real 'life saver' amongst a sea of sharks!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 07, 2015
Hired Attorney

I was completely satisfied and grateful for the way in which Eric handled my divorce proceeding. I had the facts on my side, but was in a very difficult situation, and Eric and his staff handled the discovery and mediation with great skill, missing nothing and securing every advantage for me in what turned out to be a very favorable decision by the court. He was constantly in touch and available, making sure I had whatever guidance I needed during a very difficult time.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 04, 2015
Hired Attorney

Thank you Eric for the excellent work in representing me during my difficult and emotional divorce process.
It was truly a pleasure working with you!

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Posted by anonymous
May 31, 2015
Hired Attorney

Mr. Posmantier is exceptional. His ability to focus on important issues helped us from getting bogged down during the divorce. He was fair, honest, compassionate, kind, and no non-sense when necessary. He ALWAYS kept our children and their best interest his primary focus, and guided us to do the same. He maintained professionalism with empathy, encouraging us to see the big picture and each others perspective to work through issues without unnecessary conflict. He was truly outstanding!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 11, 2014
Hired Attorney

Avoided a costly and disrupting trial on a modification.
Clarified and settled several other issues that never would have been dealt with at trial. {para}Demonstrated skill at sorting out complex issues and effectively negotiating them with client and the competition. {para}Provided excellent value for the price.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 24, 2013
Hired Attorney

Eric Posmantier represented me in my divorce recently and I am beyond satisfied. He is brilliant both in terms of the law and psychology that is so necessary when it comes to divorce. He is strategic, strong and at the same time, compassionate and remains laser focused on what is best for his client. And all this makes him extremely effective. I received the best settlement possible in the shortest amount of time possible. Hiring Eric was the best decision I made.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 3
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
  • Family Mediation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation
  • Collaborative Family Law
  • Other 1
    • Alimony

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1997, Connecticut
    2001, New York
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Rutgers University School of Law at Camden
    Class of 1997
    J.D.
    Other Education
    State University of New York at Albany
    Class of 1993
    B.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Eric R Posmantier was admitted in 1997 to the State of Connecticut.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, Eric R Posmantier has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Law Offices of Eric R. Posmantier LLC has 2 attorneys at this location.
  • Does this attorney maintain a practice in more than one location?
    Yes, Eric R Posmantier has a presence in Greenwich, CT.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Eric R Posmantier attended Rutgers University School of Law at Camden.