team-member

Sherri Donovan

New York, NY

Licensed for 35 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

The ever changing family in the twenty-first century requires professionals to practice with both humanity and skill. Sherri Donovan is the owner of her own law firm since 1988, providing representation in a professional, caring, and assertive manner. Sherri is a legal medicine woman using the best methods to fit your specific situation. She is skilled at mediation, collaborative law, parent coordination, negotiation and litigation. Ms. Donovan also acts as a consultant to assist other attorneys.Sherri Donovan & Associates, P.C. is a law firm which focuses in all areas of matrimonial and family law. We handle matters related to divorce, separation, annulment, marriage, domestic partnerships, child custody and parental access (visitation), child support, maintenance (alimony/spousal support), property distribution, same sex relationships, assisted reproductive technologies, children’s issues including special needs, pre-nuptial agreements, post-marriage agreements, post-divorce proceedings, neglect/abuse proceedings, domestic violence, international family issues, and appeals. We are most familiar with the courts in New York City.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Sherri Donovan & Associates, P.C. & The Family Center305 BroadwaySuite 555New York, NY, 10007305 BroadwaySuite 555Suite 555New York, NY, 10007

Office: N/A

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Reviews

anonymous
June 21, 2017

Sherri Donovan was smart, compassionate and generous in representing me during my divorce. She answered my initial call to her cell phone within one hour of reaching out to her. Every step of the way from the first consultation to finalizing my papers she was supportive, sharp and efficient. Her staff was incredible as well and always on top of it and responsive. I have recommended her to close friends and will continue to refer people to her in being a true ally during one of the most difficult processes you can go through.

Debra
May 14, 2017

I retained Sherri as my divorce attorney about two years ago. She came highly recommended and did not disappoint. Sherri is the consummate professional. She is smart, experienced and passionate about her work. Specifically, Sherri was extremely involved in every aspect of my rather acrimonious and complicated divorce. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.

TALIA
June 15, 2015

I had the pleasure of meeting Sherri through a friend who was going through a divorce. Sherri is a brilliant, kind personable and undestanding attorney. If you are looking for someone who is looking for your best interest and willing to listen to your needs and worries during a difficult situation, Sherri is the right attorney for you.

anonymous
November 20, 2014

I had the great privilege of hiring Sherri Donovan as my divorce mediator. I say privilege because it is not every day one finds a caring, compassionate and expert professional in an emotionally devastating time. I wanted a fair settlement honoring myself and the years spent with my husband. She was extremely knowledgeable, concise, explained everything clearly and didn’t waste time. She’s also a skilled negotiator. Going well beyond the call of duty, she accommodated our international schedules. Divorce is not easy, but she made it bearable and I am happy with the outcome. As far as my ex-husband’s viewpoint, well, you’d have to ask him.

Sam
September 6, 2014

Sherri Donovan, has been a tremendous help to me during my divorce. She gave expert and wise advice that protected me with my children and finances. She was a pleasure to work with during this difficult period.

O'neil
August 12, 2014

In June 2011, I retained the services of an attorney to take care of my divorce. June 2013 I was getting absolutely nowhere with this firm. I remembered writing down a telephone number I heard on the radio for an attorney about 2 years earlier. I called the number and got Sherri Donavan's office. I set an appointment and went to her office. All my questions answered then. Her assisting attorney and para legal were absolutely amazing. They took my case on June 6, 2013 and my divorce was finalized 7 months later. I am highly recommending this great team of professionals to anyone who requires an excellent divorce law firm. O'neil.

Shanaz
June 26, 2014

Sherri is an attorney who cared about the outcome of my case. She guided me throughout this very difficult process and was with me through every step of the process.

Taya
June 6, 2014

I was so confused and overwhelmed. Sherri Donovan put my whole family situation in order. She also calmed me down and was truly caring towards me and my daughter.

Trisha
December 4, 2013

I came to Sherri Donovan with a unique divorce case. Sherri and her associate attorney, Meredith Singer, did everything in their power to make me feel at ease and we won the case. As most cases, it is full of legal documents and the process can feel incredibly informal and cold. At Sherri Donovan and Associates, I felt as if I was part of a family. Every stress was reassured by the warm kind words from Sherri. Her intelligence and knowledge of the field was a comfort to me, as someone who has never dealt with any legal matter prior. Her right hand woman, Meredith, was constantly available to answer every question I had and offer personal advice. I had two strong women, who dotted every “I” and crossed every “T” on every document and went to combat for me in a peaceful yet assertive manner.

Katherine
November 13, 2013

I asked Sherri Donovan to step in after having completed divorce procedings and to assist with a modification that my Ex was balking at. After needing 5 years to settle originally, i was shocked to see how quickly Sherri was able to focus both parties on only the relevant issues, separating us physically when negotiation devolved, and bringing us finally to resolution with only two court visits over four months. Because of her even-handed approach, Sherri made both parties feel attended to, and i credit her with not only helping me lower my monthly child support payments but also with improving the day-to-day dialogue between me and my children's father. Sherri unquestionably represented my best interests, but did so in a manner that allowed my Ex to understand that agreeing to new terms did not mean he was accepting defeat. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.

anonymous
June 21, 2017

Sherri Donovan was smart, compassionate and generous in representing me during my divorce. She answered my initial call to her cell phone within one hour of reaching out to her. Every step of the way from the first consultation to finalizing my papers she was supportive, sharp and efficient. Her staff was incredible as well and always on top of it and responsive. I have recommended her to close friends and will continue to refer people to her in being a true ally during one of the most difficult processes you can go through.

Debra
May 14, 2017

I retained Sherri as my divorce attorney about two years ago. She came highly recommended and did not disappoint. Sherri is the consummate professional. She is smart, experienced and passionate about her work. Specifically, Sherri was extremely involved in every aspect of my rather acrimonious and complicated divorce. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.

TALIA
June 15, 2015

I had the pleasure of meeting Sherri through a friend who was going through a divorce. Sherri is a brilliant, kind personable and undestanding attorney. If you are looking for someone who is looking for your best interest and willing to listen to your needs and worries during a difficult situation, Sherri is the right attorney for you.

anonymous
November 20, 2014

I had the great privilege of hiring Sherri Donovan as my divorce mediator. I say privilege because it is not every day one finds a caring, compassionate and expert professional in an emotionally devastating time. I wanted a fair settlement honoring myself and the years spent with my husband. She was extremely knowledgeable, concise, explained everything clearly and didn’t waste time. She’s also a skilled negotiator. Going well beyond the call of duty, she accommodated our international schedules. Divorce is not easy, but she made it bearable and I am happy with the outcome. As far as my ex-husband’s viewpoint, well, you’d have to ask him.

Sam
September 6, 2014

Sherri Donovan, has been a tremendous help to me during my divorce. She gave expert and wise advice that protected me with my children and finances. She was a pleasure to work with during this difficult period.

O'neil
August 12, 2014

In June 2011, I retained the services of an attorney to take care of my divorce. June 2013 I was getting absolutely nowhere with this firm. I remembered writing down a telephone number I heard on the radio for an attorney about 2 years earlier. I called the number and got Sherri Donavan's office. I set an appointment and went to her office. All my questions answered then. Her assisting attorney and para legal were absolutely amazing. They took my case on June 6, 2013 and my divorce was finalized 7 months later. I am highly recommending this great team of professionals to anyone who requires an excellent divorce law firm. O'neil.

Shanaz
June 26, 2014

Sherri is an attorney who cared about the outcome of my case. She guided me throughout this very difficult process and was with me through every step of the process.

Taya
June 6, 2014

I was so confused and overwhelmed. Sherri Donovan put my whole family situation in order. She also calmed me down and was truly caring towards me and my daughter.

Trisha
December 4, 2013

I came to Sherri Donovan with a unique divorce case. Sherri and her associate attorney, Meredith Singer, did everything in their power to make me feel at ease and we won the case. As most cases, it is full of legal documents and the process can feel incredibly informal and cold. At Sherri Donovan and Associates, I felt as if I was part of a family. Every stress was reassured by the warm kind words from Sherri. Her intelligence and knowledge of the field was a comfort to me, as someone who has never dealt with any legal matter prior. Her right hand woman, Meredith, was constantly available to answer every question I had and offer personal advice. I had two strong women, who dotted every “I” and crossed every “T” on every document and went to combat for me in a peaceful yet assertive manner.

Katherine
November 13, 2013

I asked Sherri Donovan to step in after having completed divorce procedings and to assist with a modification that my Ex was balking at. After needing 5 years to settle originally, i was shocked to see how quickly Sherri was able to focus both parties on only the relevant issues, separating us physically when negotiation devolved, and bringing us finally to resolution with only two court visits over four months. Because of her even-handed approach, Sherri made both parties feel attended to, and i credit her with not only helping me lower my monthly child support payments but also with improving the day-to-day dialogue between me and my children's father. Sherri unquestionably represented my best interests, but did so in a manner that allowed my Ex to understand that agreeing to new terms did not mean he was accepting defeat. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.

anonymous
June 21, 2017

Sherri Donovan was smart, compassionate and generous in representing me during my divorce. She answered my initial call to her cell phone within one hour of reaching out to her. Every step of the way from the first consultation to finalizing my papers she was supportive, sharp and efficient. Her staff was incredible as well and always on top of it and responsive. I have recommended her to close friends and will continue to refer people to her in being a true ally during one of the most difficult processes you can go through.

Debra
May 14, 2017

I retained Sherri as my divorce attorney about two years ago. She came highly recommended and did not disappoint. Sherri is the consummate professional. She is smart, experienced and passionate about her work. Specifically, Sherri was extremely involved in every aspect of my rather acrimonious and complicated divorce. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.

TALIA
June 15, 2015

I had the pleasure of meeting Sherri through a friend who was going through a divorce. Sherri is a brilliant, kind personable and undestanding attorney. If you are looking for someone who is looking for your best interest and willing to listen to your needs and worries during a difficult situation, Sherri is the right attorney for you.

anonymous
November 20, 2014

I had the great privilege of hiring Sherri Donovan as my divorce mediator. I say privilege because it is not every day one finds a caring, compassionate and expert professional in an emotionally devastating time. I wanted a fair settlement honoring myself and the years spent with my husband. She was extremely knowledgeable, concise, explained everything clearly and didn’t waste time. She’s also a skilled negotiator. Going well beyond the call of duty, she accommodated our international schedules. Divorce is not easy, but she made it bearable and I am happy with the outcome. As far as my ex-husband’s viewpoint, well, you’d have to ask him.

Sam
September 6, 2014

Sherri Donovan, has been a tremendous help to me during my divorce. She gave expert and wise advice that protected me with my children and finances. She was a pleasure to work with during this difficult period.

O'neil
August 12, 2014

In June 2011, I retained the services of an attorney to take care of my divorce. June 2013 I was getting absolutely nowhere with this firm. I remembered writing down a telephone number I heard on the radio for an attorney about 2 years earlier. I called the number and got Sherri Donavan's office. I set an appointment and went to her office. All my questions answered then. Her assisting attorney and para legal were absolutely amazing. They took my case on June 6, 2013 and my divorce was finalized 7 months later. I am highly recommending this great team of professionals to anyone who requires an excellent divorce law firm. O'neil.

Shanaz
June 26, 2014

Sherri is an attorney who cared about the outcome of my case. She guided me throughout this very difficult process and was with me through every step of the process.

Taya
June 6, 2014

I was so confused and overwhelmed. Sherri Donovan put my whole family situation in order. She also calmed me down and was truly caring towards me and my daughter.

Trisha
December 4, 2013

I came to Sherri Donovan with a unique divorce case. Sherri and her associate attorney, Meredith Singer, did everything in their power to make me feel at ease and we won the case. As most cases, it is full of legal documents and the process can feel incredibly informal and cold. At Sherri Donovan and Associates, I felt as if I was part of a family. Every stress was reassured by the warm kind words from Sherri. Her intelligence and knowledge of the field was a comfort to me, as someone who has never dealt with any legal matter prior. Her right hand woman, Meredith, was constantly available to answer every question I had and offer personal advice. I had two strong women, who dotted every “I” and crossed every “T” on every document and went to combat for me in a peaceful yet assertive manner.

Katherine
November 13, 2013

I asked Sherri Donovan to step in after having completed divorce procedings and to assist with a modification that my Ex was balking at. After needing 5 years to settle originally, i was shocked to see how quickly Sherri was able to focus both parties on only the relevant issues, separating us physically when negotiation devolved, and bringing us finally to resolution with only two court visits over four months. Because of her even-handed approach, Sherri made both parties feel attended to, and i credit her with not only helping me lower my monthly child support payments but also with improving the day-to-day dialogue between me and my children's father. Sherri unquestionably represented my best interests, but did so in a manner that allowed my Ex to understand that agreeing to new terms did not mean he was accepting defeat. I would recommend Sherri Donovan without hesitation.