Working with you through the legal system
Family Law ∙ Estate Planning ∙ Criminal Law ∙ Peronal Injury ∙ Real Estate Law
At the Mark E. Lewis Law Firm we have attorneys and a professional staff focused on finding the best results for each client who comes to our office.
Talk To A Lawyer : Buffalo: 716-630-5001 ; Rochester: 585-272-8958
We take a hands-on approach to every case. Whether you had a serious accident, you are going through a divorce, or you need to get out from under credit card debt, whatever the legal issue, we will remain available throughout the process to provide the legal support you need. No fee for first consultation. We do not collect a fee for debt settlement or personal injury until the matter is settled.
- Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice: If you have suffered an injury which may have been caused by and be a foreseeable result of another person’s action you may be compensated. Personal injury law involves injury which is caused accidentally by another's failure to use reasonable care. The definition of reasonable care is determined on a case-by-case basis. A person may be compensated for the injury caused through negligent or reckless action. A successful plaintiff in a personal injury suit may recover damages for medical expenses, property damage, emotional distress, pain and suffering, loss of consortium or companionship, lost wages, costs and attorney fees, and lost future earnings. As a former insurance defense lawyer for a major insurance company and an associate attorney in two leading personal injury firms, Mark Lewis and Julie Atti Rogers have the experience to get you the damages you deserve.
- Bankruptcy: Let the Buffalo Rochester bankruptcy lawyers at Mark E. Lewis Law help you decide if bankruptcy is right for you. We are here to help. With our extensive experience in bankruptcy, we know this complicated law well. We have included information on this site to help you decide if bankruptcy is right for you as well as what bankruptcy is. Under the Bankruptcy Code there are several different forms of bankruptcy which can be specifically utilized by consumers, businesses, municipalities, or family farmers. Most consumers, though, will utilize either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. "Chapter" refers to the section of the Code where the specific laws are found.
- Debt Consolidation: Debt consolidation is the process of combining all of the debt that you owe and then repaying the debt with one monthly payment. For people who are struggling to stay on top of their bills or that have multiple creditors, debt consolidation provides a way in which debts can be resolved simply and over a short period of time.
- Family Law/Divorce: We work with traditional and GLBT families throughout the Buffalo and Rochester areas and beyond, dealing with issues including divorce, child custody and support, spousal support, separation agreements, domestic partnerships, pre-nuptial agreements/pre-partnership agreements, and other related matters.
In August, 2010, a law was passed in New York which lets a person divorce on the ground that their marriage has been irretrievably broken for 6 months. The parties do not have to allege “cause” for the breakdown of the marriage.
However, all issues regarding child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, and property distribution must be resolved prior to the divorce.
The parties do not have to allege “cause” for the breakdown of the marriage. - Criminal Law: If you have been arrested for drunk driving or other criminal offense, contact one of our criminal defense lawyers and tell us how we can help you.
- Victim Advocacy: We have experience with the justice system, and understand the unique needs of victims of crime. Contact one of our law firm advocates and we will assist you through the often difficult justice system.
- Estate Planning: Make sure you have the documents in place to protect yourself, your spouse or partner, your children and extended family members. We can design an estate plan that fits your needs, circumstances and objectives. Specializing in Wills, Trusts, Estates, Probate and more.
- Real Estate Law: Our attorneys help clients involved in real estate transactions and litigation to be sure they achieve the best possible result for their particular situation. Whether you are selling or buying a residence or commercial property, we will walk you through the process, protecting your rights, and make sure that the transaction goes smoothly.