DIVORCE & CHILD CUSTODY • NASSAU COUNTY
Nassau County Divorce & Child Custody Lawyer for the Decisions That Matter Most
Divorce and custody decisions can affect your children, finances, home and daily life for years. Get clear legal guidance from a Woodmere family-law attorney before you sign, agree to or file anything.
You do not need to have everything figured out before you call.
You Do Not Need to Have Everything Figured Out Before You Call
An early legal conversation can help you understand your options, identify deadlines, and avoid decisions that may be difficult to undo. You do not need to have a complete plan — or even a final decision — before speaking with an attorney.
Your Situation
What Are You Dealing With Right Now?
Select the option that best describes your situation. This helps us prepare for the conversation — it does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Divorce Representation
Divorce Representation Built Around Your Priorities
Whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, we help you understand the issues that need to be resolved — from property and support to custody and parenting time. We work to identify and value marital property, address business and real estate interests, and develop a strategy for negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Contested Divorce
Representation when spouses disagree on custody, support, or property.
Uncontested Divorce
Guidance with agreements, documents, and court requirements.
Business Interests
Valuation and division of closely-held businesses and professional practices.
Real Estate
Identification and division of marital homes and investment property.
Investments & Retirement
Retirement accounts, pensions, portfolios, and brokerage accounts.
Spousal Maintenance
Temporary and post-divorce maintenance under New York guideline formulas.
Child Support
Calculations under the Child Support Standards Act and add-on expenses.
Debt Division
Identification and allocation of marital debts and liabilities.
Child Custody
Protecting Your Relationship With Your Child
Custody disputes are among the most personal and consequential matters a family can face. We represent parents in initial custody applications, modifications, enforcement, and emergency proceedings throughout Nassau County.
Legal & Physical Custody
Decision-making authority and where the child primarily resides.
Parenting-Time Schedules
Regular schedules, holiday arrangements, and vacation access.
Custody Petitions
Initial custody applications in Nassau County Family or Supreme Court.
Modifications
Changing existing orders based on a substantial change in circumstances.
Enforcement
Holding a party accountable when custody or parenting-time orders are violated.
Relocation Disputes
Requests to move with a child and objections to relocation.
Urgent Applications
Emergency custody applications when a child's welfare is at issue.
Custody Connected to Divorce
Custody and parenting time resolved as part of a divorce proceeding.
Our Approach
Practical When Agreement Is Possible. Prepared When Litigation Is Necessary.
We help clients understand tradeoffs, organize facts and financial information, negotiate from an informed position, and seek court relief when necessary. Litigation is not always the preferred option, but being prepared for it strengthens your position at every stage.
How It Works
A Clear Path Forward
Tell Us What Is Happening
Start with a short call or contact request. Share enough information for the firm to understand the type of matter and determine the appropriate next step.
Identify the Immediate Issues
We help identify deadlines, court papers, financial questions, custody concerns, or agreements that need attention — without promising a specific result.
Build the Legal Strategy
If the firm is retained, the legal approach is developed around the facts, applicable law, practical risks and the outcome the client is working toward.
Your Attorney
Meet Mendy White
Menachem "Mendy" White — Founding Partner
Mendy White has practiced law in New York since 2011 and previously served as a Kings County prosecutor. He has been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars from 2017 through 2025. White Law Group serves clients in English, Hebrew and Yiddish.
Client Feedback
What Clients Have Said
"Mr. Menachem White was the best attorney! He is so informative and helpful. Would recommend him 10/10. He is always honest and does not mind answering as many questions as you have."
Martin Ross
Google Review
"Very professional and friendly, helped mediate my divorce and make sure things went smoothly and amicably. Hope to never need his number again, but I am glad that I have it!"
Sa K
Google Review
Prior results and client experiences do not guarantee a similar outcome. Reviews are from verified public profiles.
Service Area
Serving Nassau County From Woodmere
White Law Group of New York is based at 4 Brower Avenue, Suite 3, in Woodmere — in the heart of the Five Towns. We represent clients in divorce and custody matters throughout Nassau County, including Hewlett, Lawrence, Cedarhurst, Atlantic Beach, Great Neck, Manhasset, Roslyn, Old Westbury, Brookville, Jericho, Syosset, Garden City, and other Nassau County communities.
FAQ
Divorce and Custody FAQs
Get Clear About the Next Step
Speak with a Woodmere family-law attorney about your divorce or custody matter. Call now or send a short message and the firm will reach out.
Prior results and client experiences do not guarantee a similar outcome.