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Chambers High Net Worth 2017 Highly Ranks Blank Rome Matrimonial & Family Law Practice and Attorney

Chambers High Net Worth 2017 has highly ranked Blank Rome LLP in Band 2 for New York: Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth, as well as New York Matrimonial and Family Law Partner Norman S. Heller in Band 1 for his practical knowledge and leading practice.

Regarding Blank Rome’s matrimonial and family law practice capabilities, Chambers High Net Worth 2017 notes that the Firm has a highly rated family law practice, calling attention to the team’s capabilities on divorce proceedings, custody rights, separation agreements, and the equitable distribution of property. A New York interviewee reports that Blank Rome is an "excellent firm" that "comes highly recommended, and lots of HNW clients are keen to use them when needed."

Sources also note that the Firm has a strong reputation for dealing with high-profile divorces. A private wealth adviser says Blank Rome is "one of the best firms for celebrity divorces, hands down. When big celebrities need a divorce, they would likely go to them." Another interviewee adds that "they work in a discreet way, and our clients really value discretion."

Chambers High Net Worth 2017 reports that Norman S. Heller, who also serves as the administrative partner for Blank Rome’s New York office, “regularly acts for HNW [high net worth] individuals in complex matrimonial cases. He provides guidance throughout the whole divorce process from negotiations to trial proceedings and is praised for being ‘a hugely experienced and very smart lawyer.’ He can advise on all aspects of family law, including spousal maintenance, child support, and separation agreements. Peers further laud him as ‘one of the best in the business’ and report that ‘he runs a well-oiled practice with a good team to support him.’”


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