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David Bliven
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David Bliven

4.7
203 reviews

140 Grand St., Ste 402, White Plains, NY 10601

Family Law, Divorce, Alimony/Maintenance and 20 more

About David Bliven

Established in 2000, the Law Offices of David Bliven assists individuals and families in the Westchester and Bronx County with divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. Attorney David Bliven leverages his nearly 30 years of experience, including prosecutor work, to provide comprehensive and strategic legal counsel. He is ranked in the top 5% of Family Law attorneys in the NYC metro area and has the highest possible rating for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards. He has been published in numerous periodicals and has authored several books, including "Navigating Your New York Divorce Case" and "Navigating Your New York Family Court case."

 

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Champion Badge Gold

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David Bliven got this award in 2021

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David Bliven got this award in 2021

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4.7
Child Support
Posted by Lorretha
November 06, 2025
Hired Attorney

David is awesome! Really cared about my case, kept me informed every step of the way, he's so professional, and loves what he does. David is awesome! Really cared about my case, and he's passionate about what he does. I Highly recommend! Lorretha.

Child Custody
Posted by Anthony
April 11, 2025
Hired Attorney

I had a great experience working with David Bliven and his team. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and helped guide me through a very sensitive custody matter with professionalism and care. Mr. Bliven explained everything clearly and made sure I felt supported throughout the process. I appreciate the time and attention they gave my case and highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a strong family law attorney.

 
Divorce
Posted by David
September 12, 2024
Hired Attorney

One stop shop ! David is beyond informative very much patient speaks clear and breaks down terminology. We need more lawyers like David, the world and our justice system will be in a much better place !

Child Custody
Posted by Julianna
September 05, 2023
Hired Attorney

David made the family court process much smoother than any lawyers I had worked with before him. He helped me get a desired outcome and was worth every penny. I highly recommend David, choosing him was one of the best decisions I ever made.

Divorce
Posted by Henry
April 21, 2023
Hired Attorney

When I first retained David for a legal separation, he explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand. Family and divorce law is very confusing and without a good lawyer I was going to be thrown to the wolves. He was very responsive to me whenever I had questions or needed clarification on the legal jargon even outside of our meetings. He was pivotal in me gaining custody of my son which was of extreme importance to me. We were able to work out a settlement that was considerably more equitable than originally sought despite the opposition attempting to run the case out of money. David is extremely knowledgeable in the law and has even written a book to answer many of the frequently asked questions. His office staff are excellent as well and kept me informed of meetings, court appearance dates, paperwork needing attention, etc. If you are seeking help with a divorce, separation, child custody of pre-nup, reach out to David. I guarantee you that you won’t regret it.

 
Divorce
Posted by Brandon
November 15, 2022
Hired Attorney

David was outstanding in representing me in my difficult divorce. He was available at all times and was very knowledgeable on NY laws. When my ex demanded to push trial, he was ready to match in kind and was extremely prepared. It was very nerve wracking and I'm thankful that I had him represent me. Now over a year later my divorce has came to a close. I don't know how I would have done it without him!

 
Divorce
Posted by Yohanna
August 12, 2021
Hired Attorney

Extremely satisfied. Solid work ethic emphasizes the professionalism, integrity and dedication. His Expertise handling divorce & child custody issue has surpassed my expectations. Excellent and caring Attorney who has diligently worked on my case obtaining the best result for me and my children. I highly recommend his services to anyone going through a divorce process and family-related issues.

 
Divorce
Posted by Stephen
August 11, 2021
Hired Attorney

David Bliven is a hard working, organized, and accessible lawyer. He is really effective at working along with you throughout your case and you're going to feel like you get to know him.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
April 21, 2021
Hired Attorney

Mr. David Bliven and his Team are professional, responsive, offer sound advice, and deliver client focused outcomes. I appreciate all that the Law Offices of David Bliven did during my time as a client and recommend their services. Thank You!

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
March 13, 2018
Hired Attorney
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Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 9
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Visitation Rights
    • Adoptions
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Spousal Support
    • Paternity
    • Military Divorce
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Mediation
  • Family Mediation
  • Fathers Rights
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Annulment
  • Gay Divorce
  • Gay and Lesbian Family Law
  • Guardian Ad Litems
  • Other 5
    • Alimony/Maintenance
    • Same-Sex Family Law
    • Grandparents' Rights
    • Adoption and Foster Care
    • Domestic Abuse

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    MasterCard
    Other - LawPay Legal Financing loans
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
    FaceTime
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Law Offices of David Bliven
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Matter of Corey M., 307 A.D.2d 1035, 763 N.Y.S.2d 771 (2d Dept. 2003)
    In re Jason T., 2 A.D.3d 738, 768 N.Y.S.2d 662 (2d Dept. 2003)
    Khan v. Dolly, G A.D.3d 437, 774 N.Y.S.2d 365 (2d Dept. 2004)
    Lal
    v. Edmond, 13 A.D.3d 451, 785 N.Y.S.2d 718 (2d Dept. 2004).
  • Additional Links
    http://www.blivenlaw.net/?aa_campaign=9a111e0c https://www.blivenlaw.net

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, New York
    1998, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    1998, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    Memberships
    Westchester County and New York State Bar Associations
    New York County Lawyers Association
    American Civil Liberties Union.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    New York Law School
    Class of 1997
    J.D.
    cum laude
    Other Education
    Syracuse University
    Class of 1993
    B.A.
    cum laude
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Financial Litigator

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