21 Attorneys from Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein Honored in 2026
Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, a prominent family law firm based in New York, has impressive news regarding its legal team. The firm proudly announces that
21 attorneys have been acknowledged in
The Best Lawyers® for 2026. This honor signifies the high caliber and commitment to excellence within the firm, known for its expertise in family law.
Recognition Details
Fourteen distinguished attorneys from the firm’s offices in
New York City,
Garden City, and
White Plains were recognized in the esteemed publication
Best Lawyers in America®. This legal guide is celebrated for its rigorous peer-review process, identifying only the top performers in various fields.
Additionally, eleven attorneys have made it to
Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, a category dedicated to recognizing emerging talents within legal practice who have made early significant contributions to their profession.
Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026
In New York City, several attorneys have made the cut, including:
- - Barry Berkman – Collaborative Law Family Law; Family Law
- - Marc Fleisher – Collaborative Law Family Law
- - Michael Fried – Family Law
- - Kelly Kotliar – Family Law
- - Jacqueline Newman – Collaborative Law Family Law; Family Law; Family Law Mediation
- - Evan Schein – Family Law
Meanwhile, the White Plains office boasts:
- - Dina S. Kaplan – Family Law
- - Ellen Martineau – Family Law
- - Abby Rosmarin – Collaborative Law Family Law; Family Law Mediation
From Garden City, the honored attorneys include:
- - Andrea Berkowitz – Family Law
- - Allyson D. Burger – Family Law
- - Michael Daab – Family Law
- - Joshua Rieger – Family Law
Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers Ones to Watch in America® 2026
Among the promising attorneys noted are:
- - Alexa Bakhash – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Emma Brown – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Samantha Cooper – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Jessica Dahan – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Kelly Kotliar – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Laura Ravinsky – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Ian Steinberg – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - John Teufel – Family Law (New York, NY)
- - Allyson Weinberg – Family Law (New York, NY)
A Testament to Our Excellence
Being distinguished by
Best Lawyers is no trivial matter, with less than
5% of practicing attorneys across the nation receiving such recognition. The award hinges exclusively on confidential evaluations by leading attorneys in the same area and geographic locality. The
Ones to Watch category spotlights promising lawyers who have demonstrated excellent skills and commitment early in their careers, emphasizing the firm's tradition of nurturing emerging legal talent.
About Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein
Established as one of New York's largest family law firms, Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein operates across regions, including
Manhattan,
Long Island,
Westchester, and
New Jersey. The firm excels in both complex financial litigation and compassionate handling of sensitive custody matters. They provide a full suite of family law services including divorce proceedings, collaborative law, and mediation, always adhering to the highest standards of service and expertise expected by their clients.
This year’s honors showcase the depth of the firm’s legal representation and further solidify their reputation for excellence. For those seeking family law consultation or additional information about the firm, visit
Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein’s website.
For media inquiries, contact:
Jacqueline Newman
212-867-9123
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