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One Of New York’s Top-Rated Matrimonial Law Firms

Founded in 1979, the attorneys at Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP bring more than 100 years of combined experience to clients who are grappling with challenging family legal issues. Whether dealing with a divorce or a custody dispute, our caring attorneys understand the legal and emotional dimensions of each case, with an emphasis on sensitive issues surrounding divorce involving professionals and high net worth individuals.

Lead partner, Alyssa Eisner, has focused the majority of her career in matrimonial and family law and is often relied upon by clients and colleagues due to her vast knowledge of domestic relations and family law in addition to experience complimented by her client-centered approach.


Audrey M. Sager and Steven L. Gellerman are the founding partners of Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP.

The firm was established in 1979 with Audrey at the helm of the matrimonial department and Steven in charge of the real estate and trust and estate division. Under their guidance and tutelage, Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP has grown into an elite law firm, focusing exclusively on matrimonial and family law matters.

Our Team

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Alyssa Eisner

Partner

Clients in the New York area turn to Alyssa Eisner of Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP because of her deep knowledge of family law, her client-centered approach and her tenacious advocacy. To save you time, money and frustration, Ms. Eisner encourages clients to pursue alternative dispute resolution. She carries a certification in divorce mediation and collaborative law from the Center for Mediation.

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Esther C. Bernheim

Senior Associate

Whether you are facing a custody hearing or a major appeal, you benefit from Esther Chyzyk Bernheim’s more than 22 years of experience in family law. She not only knows the law but also understands her clients’ emotional needs.

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Steven Del Vecchio

Counsel To The Firm

Steven Del Vecchio has joined the Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team as counsel to the firm. Prior to joining the team, Steve was the founder and senior partner of his own law firm, where he devoted the vast majority of his practice to matrimonial and family law matters. Well known for his sharp trial advocacy, Steve is recognized as one of the leading matrimonial attorneys in Nassau County as well as several surrounding counties.

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Ashley Fertig

Associate

Ashley Fertig is an associate at Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP, where she practices exclusively in the fields of matrimonial and family law. Ashley handles all aspects of litigation, including analyzing discovery, conducting depositions, drafting motions and memorandums, negotiating agreements and advocating zealously for her clients in the courtroom. She also works closely with the firm’s managing partner, Alyssa Eisner, to prepare for and conduct complex matrimonial and family law trials.

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Toni Barton

Paralegal

Toni Barton joined Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP in Octoberf 2017. In this role, Toni works closely with the entire Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team. She provides legal assistance and communication to the attorneys as well as the clients.

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Nathalie Bustamante

Receptionist

Nathalie works closely with leading partner, Alyssa Eisner, as well as the rest of the Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team to ensure that clients have a productive and enjoyable visit. Nathalie is the first person the client sees when they arrive, and her warm and welcoming demeanor sets the tone of the client’s visit.

One Of New York’s Top-Rated Matrimonial Law Firms

Founded in 1979, the Queens County-based matrimonial attorneys at Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP bring more than 100 years of combined experience to clients who are grappling with challenging family legal issues. Whether dealing with a divorce or a custody dispute, SGE LLP’s caring matrimonial and family law attorneys understand the legal and emotional dimensions of each case, with an emphasis on sensitive issues surrounding divorce involving professionals and high net worth individuals.

Lead partner, Alyssa Eisner, has focused the majority of her career in matrimonial and family law and is often relied upon by clients and colleagues due to her vast knowledge of domestic relations and family law in addition to experience complimented by her client-centered approach.


Audrey M. Sager and Steven L. Gellerman are the founding partners of Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP.

The firm was established in 1979 with Audrey at the helm of the matrimonial department and Steven in charge of the real estate and trust and estate division. Under their guidance and tutelage, Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP has grown into an elite Queens County law firm, focusing exclusively on matrimonial and family law matters.

Our Team

Attorney Alyssa Eisner headshot

Alyssa Eisner
Partner

Clients in the New York area turn to Alyssa Eisner of Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP because of her deep knowledge of family law, her client-centered approach and her tenacious advocacy. To save you time, money and frustration, Ms. Eisner encourages clients to pursue alternative dispute resolution. She carries a certification in divorce mediation and collaborative law from the Center for Mediation.

Attorney Esther C. Bernheim headshot

Esther C. Bernheim
Senior Associate

Whether you are facing a custody hearing or a major appeal, you benefit from Esther Chyzyk Bernheim’s more than 22 years of experience in family law. She not only knows the law but also understands her clients’ emotional needs.

Steven Del Vecchio
Counsel To The Firm

Steven Del Vecchio has joined the Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team as counsel to the firm. Prior to joining the team, Steve was the founder and senior partner of his own law firm, where he devoted the vast majority of his practice to matrimonial and family law matters. Well known for his sharp trial advocacy, Steve is recognized as one of the leading matrimonial attorneys in Nassau County as well as several surrounding counties.

Attorney Ashley Fertig headshot

Ashley Fertig
Associate

Ashley Fertig is an associate at Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP, where she practices exclusively in the fields of matrimonial and family law. Ashley handles all aspects of litigation, including analyzing discovery, conducting depositions, drafting motions and memorandums, negotiating agreements and advocating zealously for her clients in the courtroom. She also works closely with the firm’s managing partner, Alyssa Eisner, to prepare for and conduct complex matrimonial and family law trials.

Toni Barton headshot

Toni Barton
Paralegal

Toni Barton joined Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP in Octoberf 2017. In this role, Toni works closely with the entire Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team. She provides legal assistance and communication to the attorneys as well as the clients.

Nathalie Bustamante headshot

Nathalie Bustamante
Receptionist

Nathalie works closely with leading partner, Alyssa Eisner, as well as the rest of the Sager Gellerman Eisner LLP team to ensure that clients have a productive and enjoyable visit. Nathalie is the first person the client sees when they arrive, and her warm and welcoming demeanor sets the tone of the client’s visit.