team-member

Lauren Michaeli

Yonkers, NY

Licensed for 17 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I have practiced almost exclusively family law for more than a decade.  In doing so, I have successfully guided clients through all aspects of family law including negotiating prenuptial agreements, custody and support proceedings, divorce, and the resolution of post-divorce matters.  I recognize that family issues which lead clients to Family Court and/or Supreme Court are often life changing.  As such, my practice of law is zealous but always cognizant of the practical and emotional implications of settlement negotiations and litigation.  I am also equipped to handle related matters that often arise in the wake of family law proceedings including real estate, simple probate and administration proceedings, wills, powers of attorney, and health care proxies.  I regularly represent clients in both Supreme and Family Courts in Westchester and surrounding counties.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Farrauto Berman Slater & Michaeli1250 Central Park AveYonkers, NY, 10704-1044 Office (914) 423-8880 1250 Central Park AveYonkers, NY, 10704-1044 Office (914) 423-8880(914) 423-8880

Office: (914) 594-5162

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
March 22, 2019

My story begins with two prior lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a settlement regarding my divorce and custody. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl! My story begins with two prior divorce lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a custody/settlement. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl!

Michael Ziegler
October 27, 2017

Cheryl is a saint to me. As a single father in a child custody case my initial outlook on my situation was abysmal. My daughter is my life and soul. I felt I had no chance at keeping her with me, giving her the life she deserved. Cheryl fought beyond aggressively for me for 7 long years. She first won me full custody which to me was just unheard of. She then went 1000 steps further and won me the right to relocate to another state to give my daughter the life she deserved after all she had been through. I feel I owe Cheryl a debt I can never repay. She gave me my daughter and she gave me my life back. And on top of that she fought and won to give me the right to relocate to the best place I could imagine to raise my beautiful daughter. Noone in my life has ever been such a powerful influence on my entire future. I cannot ever thank her enough for what she has done for me. Her attention to details, laws and the overall case which spanned 7 years was incredible. If she ever needed an organ transplant I would be the first one on line and I don't say this lightly. If you love your child then please call this woman. She is absolutely incredible and I wouldn't be able to smile today without her. Thank you with all my heart Cheryl Slater!!!!! My daughter thanks you as well.

anonymous
September 13, 2017

Ms. Cheryl Slater proved to be very knowledgable in the law and a great strategic thinker. You can always depend on her for consistently good advice. Ms. Slater was always personally attentive and diligent in outlining various options for the client to consider. No better partner to help you find your way through a complex legal terrain. I highly recommend Ms. Cheryl Slater.

Amy
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was an amazing advocate! I couldn't recommend her more highly. She's exactly who I want by my side and advocating my case. Cheryl sees clearly through to the issues, is extremely efficient with her time, very well prepared, highly responsive and communicates on your behalf with strength and acumen. When I asked her how she does it, she replied, "Experience."

Felicia
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was firm and took a hard line when it was appropriate yet reasonable and logical when necessary. I would definitely recommend her to my friends. She once said this to me, "It's not about getting what you want.......it's about getting what you can live with."

Dave
September 5, 2017

After about a dozen unpleasant inquiries with other attorneys we found Cheryl E. Slater and thank god we did! This wonderful person actually took time from her vacation to have a consultation with us putting our minds at ease , Cheryl is 100% Professional right to the point and at the same time treated my wife and I as we were friends , she was very mindful through this whole process about our finances and saving us money with our case , she answers phone calls and emails asap I can't tell you how happy we are that we hired Cheryl she got us out of an unpleasant situation Thank you Cheryl

anonymous
September 3, 2017

I've been in a divorce dispute with a very difficult spouse for one and a half years. Cheryl has given me her unending support and advice throughout this time. She has encouraged me to be strong and firm with respect to an equitable settlement, and she knows how to push forward through the muck and mire of a very challenging divorce. Her knowledge, unique sense of humor, compassion, and tenacity, is undaunted. She sees the torn lives of two people, and acts on the overall situation. She simply tells it like it is. So many times I just wanted to cave in and settle for so much less, and Cheryl has been that voice of reason and sanity, encouraging me to remain steadfast. She has continued to blend empathy with right action, and has fought for my rights with a firm, fair and "no nonsense" demeanor. She sees things as they are and has never backed away from tough issues. Cheryl Slater continues to act on my behalf, and I trust her judgement and guidance implicitly. Without reservation, I recommend her to become your legal champion, for that is what she does so well. With her expertise of the law and understanding of how the legal system functions, she has continued to carve out a legal path for me. In her relentless pursuit of justice, she has been willing to go that extra mile, and in my case it's been a marathon!

Rosemary
September 3, 2017

always prepared, responsive to correspondence and calls, clear replies to questions, very caring. Thank you Cheryl!

anonymous
March 22, 2019

My story begins with two prior lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a settlement regarding my divorce and custody. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl! My story begins with two prior divorce lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a custody/settlement. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl!

Michael Ziegler
October 27, 2017

Cheryl is a saint to me. As a single father in a child custody case my initial outlook on my situation was abysmal. My daughter is my life and soul. I felt I had no chance at keeping her with me, giving her the life she deserved. Cheryl fought beyond aggressively for me for 7 long years. She first won me full custody which to me was just unheard of. She then went 1000 steps further and won me the right to relocate to another state to give my daughter the life she deserved after all she had been through. I feel I owe Cheryl a debt I can never repay. She gave me my daughter and she gave me my life back. And on top of that she fought and won to give me the right to relocate to the best place I could imagine to raise my beautiful daughter. Noone in my life has ever been such a powerful influence on my entire future. I cannot ever thank her enough for what she has done for me. Her attention to details, laws and the overall case which spanned 7 years was incredible. If she ever needed an organ transplant I would be the first one on line and I don't say this lightly. If you love your child then please call this woman. She is absolutely incredible and I wouldn't be able to smile today without her. Thank you with all my heart Cheryl Slater!!!!! My daughter thanks you as well.

anonymous
September 13, 2017

Ms. Cheryl Slater proved to be very knowledgable in the law and a great strategic thinker. You can always depend on her for consistently good advice. Ms. Slater was always personally attentive and diligent in outlining various options for the client to consider. No better partner to help you find your way through a complex legal terrain. I highly recommend Ms. Cheryl Slater.

Amy
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was an amazing advocate! I couldn't recommend her more highly. She's exactly who I want by my side and advocating my case. Cheryl sees clearly through to the issues, is extremely efficient with her time, very well prepared, highly responsive and communicates on your behalf with strength and acumen. When I asked her how she does it, she replied, "Experience."

Felicia
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was firm and took a hard line when it was appropriate yet reasonable and logical when necessary. I would definitely recommend her to my friends. She once said this to me, "It's not about getting what you want.......it's about getting what you can live with."

Dave
September 5, 2017

After about a dozen unpleasant inquiries with other attorneys we found Cheryl E. Slater and thank god we did! This wonderful person actually took time from her vacation to have a consultation with us putting our minds at ease , Cheryl is 100% Professional right to the point and at the same time treated my wife and I as we were friends , she was very mindful through this whole process about our finances and saving us money with our case , she answers phone calls and emails asap I can't tell you how happy we are that we hired Cheryl she got us out of an unpleasant situation Thank you Cheryl

anonymous
September 3, 2017

I've been in a divorce dispute with a very difficult spouse for one and a half years. Cheryl has given me her unending support and advice throughout this time. She has encouraged me to be strong and firm with respect to an equitable settlement, and she knows how to push forward through the muck and mire of a very challenging divorce. Her knowledge, unique sense of humor, compassion, and tenacity, is undaunted. She sees the torn lives of two people, and acts on the overall situation. She simply tells it like it is. So many times I just wanted to cave in and settle for so much less, and Cheryl has been that voice of reason and sanity, encouraging me to remain steadfast. She has continued to blend empathy with right action, and has fought for my rights with a firm, fair and "no nonsense" demeanor. She sees things as they are and has never backed away from tough issues. Cheryl Slater continues to act on my behalf, and I trust her judgement and guidance implicitly. Without reservation, I recommend her to become your legal champion, for that is what she does so well. With her expertise of the law and understanding of how the legal system functions, she has continued to carve out a legal path for me. In her relentless pursuit of justice, she has been willing to go that extra mile, and in my case it's been a marathon!

Rosemary
September 3, 2017

always prepared, responsive to correspondence and calls, clear replies to questions, very caring. Thank you Cheryl!

anonymous
March 22, 2019

My story begins with two prior lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a settlement regarding my divorce and custody. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl! My story begins with two prior divorce lawyers stating that what is being offered is the best that I would get as far as a custody/settlement. I was not satisfied with that and went to seek other opinions. Upon my consultation with Ms. Cheryl Slater, I knew that I had found the best attorney for me. She was able to satisfy all my divorce and custody requirements. I was told by the other lawyers that it would be difficult for me to even get joint custody. That wasn’t the case with Ms. Slater. I not only recommend Ms. Slater as a divorce attorney, but I guarantee that you will have the same impression of her as I do. She is an outstanding professional who exhibits considerable knowledge, responds in a timely matter, offers compassion, and fights hard for her client. She took my divorce and custody case that had been stalled for two and a half years and brought the matter to a close within a few short months. If you want someone who will fight for you and obtain positive results, your choice should be Cheryl Slater. Thank you Cheryl!

Michael Ziegler
October 27, 2017

Cheryl is a saint to me. As a single father in a child custody case my initial outlook on my situation was abysmal. My daughter is my life and soul. I felt I had no chance at keeping her with me, giving her the life she deserved. Cheryl fought beyond aggressively for me for 7 long years. She first won me full custody which to me was just unheard of. She then went 1000 steps further and won me the right to relocate to another state to give my daughter the life she deserved after all she had been through. I feel I owe Cheryl a debt I can never repay. She gave me my daughter and she gave me my life back. And on top of that she fought and won to give me the right to relocate to the best place I could imagine to raise my beautiful daughter. Noone in my life has ever been such a powerful influence on my entire future. I cannot ever thank her enough for what she has done for me. Her attention to details, laws and the overall case which spanned 7 years was incredible. If she ever needed an organ transplant I would be the first one on line and I don't say this lightly. If you love your child then please call this woman. She is absolutely incredible and I wouldn't be able to smile today without her. Thank you with all my heart Cheryl Slater!!!!! My daughter thanks you as well.

anonymous
September 13, 2017

Ms. Cheryl Slater proved to be very knowledgable in the law and a great strategic thinker. You can always depend on her for consistently good advice. Ms. Slater was always personally attentive and diligent in outlining various options for the client to consider. No better partner to help you find your way through a complex legal terrain. I highly recommend Ms. Cheryl Slater.

Amy
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was an amazing advocate! I couldn't recommend her more highly. She's exactly who I want by my side and advocating my case. Cheryl sees clearly through to the issues, is extremely efficient with her time, very well prepared, highly responsive and communicates on your behalf with strength and acumen. When I asked her how she does it, she replied, "Experience."

Felicia
September 8, 2017

Cheryl was firm and took a hard line when it was appropriate yet reasonable and logical when necessary. I would definitely recommend her to my friends. She once said this to me, "It's not about getting what you want.......it's about getting what you can live with."

Dave
September 5, 2017

After about a dozen unpleasant inquiries with other attorneys we found Cheryl E. Slater and thank god we did! This wonderful person actually took time from her vacation to have a consultation with us putting our minds at ease , Cheryl is 100% Professional right to the point and at the same time treated my wife and I as we were friends , she was very mindful through this whole process about our finances and saving us money with our case , she answers phone calls and emails asap I can't tell you how happy we are that we hired Cheryl she got us out of an unpleasant situation Thank you Cheryl

anonymous
September 3, 2017

I've been in a divorce dispute with a very difficult spouse for one and a half years. Cheryl has given me her unending support and advice throughout this time. She has encouraged me to be strong and firm with respect to an equitable settlement, and she knows how to push forward through the muck and mire of a very challenging divorce. Her knowledge, unique sense of humor, compassion, and tenacity, is undaunted. She sees the torn lives of two people, and acts on the overall situation. She simply tells it like it is. So many times I just wanted to cave in and settle for so much less, and Cheryl has been that voice of reason and sanity, encouraging me to remain steadfast. She has continued to blend empathy with right action, and has fought for my rights with a firm, fair and "no nonsense" demeanor. She sees things as they are and has never backed away from tough issues. Cheryl Slater continues to act on my behalf, and I trust her judgement and guidance implicitly. Without reservation, I recommend her to become your legal champion, for that is what she does so well. With her expertise of the law and understanding of how the legal system functions, she has continued to carve out a legal path for me. In her relentless pursuit of justice, she has been willing to go that extra mile, and in my case it's been a marathon!

Rosemary
September 3, 2017

always prepared, responsive to correspondence and calls, clear replies to questions, very caring. Thank you Cheryl!