Peter O. Bodnar, Family Law Attorney in White Plains, New York
Over 55 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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White Plains, NY
Practicing family law in White Plains since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Peter O. Bodnar is a member based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Peter has over 55 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- White Plains, NY
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from White Plains, NY.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Peter O. Bodnar: Peter O. Bodnar is a member based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Peter has over 55 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Peter's practice areas in White Plains
Peter concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in White Plains, New York
Peter takes family law matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Peter O. Bodnar, family law attorney serving White Plains
Peter O. Bodnar is a member based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Peter has over 55 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Peter works from White Plains, New York and takes on family law matters across the region.
Peter O. Bodnar, a co-founder and member of the firm, is an experienced litigator, having limited his practice over the course of the past 46 years to matrimonial and family law. He also mediates and arbitrates such matters, selected by the parties and/or their attorneys. A member of the Executive Committee of the Westchester County Bar Association Family Law Section since 1992 (Chair from 2000 to 2002), and a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section since 2000 (presently Co-Chair of the Finance Committee), he has been included in The Best Lawyers in America since 1995 and Super Lawyers from inception forward. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Parliamentarian 2007 – 2008), and a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. Mr. Bodnar is also a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. He was designated by Best Lawyers as Lawyer of the Year in Family Law in 2013.
AV® PreeminentTM Peer Review RatedSM by Martindale-Hubbell® and included in Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in America, and Who’s Who in the World, Mr. Bodnar has been a lecturer for the New York State Bar Association, the Pace University School of Law Women’s Justice Center and the Appellate Division, Second Department Law Guardian Program.
Mr. Bodnar is admitted to practice before New York State courts, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and the United States Supreme Court. He has been qualified as an expert witness in New York State Supreme Court in matrimonial matters.
Working with Peter on a family law matter
Peter O. Bodnar, a co-founder and member of the firm, is an experienced litigator, having limited his practice over the course of the past 46 years to matrimonial and family law. He also mediates and arbitrates such matters, selected by the parties and/or their attorneys. A member of the Executive Committee of the Westchester County Bar Association Family Law Section since 1992 (Chair from 2000…
Who Peter represents
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Peter studied and practices
Fordham University
J.D. · 1970
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1973 · ACTIVE
New York
1971 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Peter's legal honors and published work
Peter has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Westchester County Bar Association (Member and Officer, Executive Committee, Family Law Section, 1992— Chair, 2000-2002 Chair, Judicial Liaison Committee, 1999—) New York State Bar Association (Executive Committee, 2000—) American Bar Association
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Locations
Peter O. Bodnar's office in White Plains
Peter's primary office is at 50 Main Street, Suite 1640, White Plains, NY, 10601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Peter O. Bodnar — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Peter. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in White Plains.
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How to hire Peter O. Bodnar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in White Plains, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter O. Bodnar
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in New York typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
Peter is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new family law clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving White Plains and Albany in New York
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