Thomas Metsky Kretchmar, Family Law Attorney in New York
Over 17 years of legal practice
PartneratAronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP
New, NY
Practicing family law in New York since 2009.
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Thomas Metsky Kretchmar is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Thomas has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP.
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- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from New York, NY.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas Metsky Kretchmar: Thomas Metsky Kretchmar is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Thomas has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP.
Areas of practice
Thomas's practice areas in New York
Thomas concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in New York
Thomas takes family law matters in 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Thomas Metsky Kretchmar, family law attorney serving New York
Thomas Metsky Kretchmar is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Family Law. Thomas has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP. Thomas works from New York and takes on family law matters across the region.
Tom handles cases in all areas of family law, both inside and outside of the courtroom. While he believes that calculated aggressiveness is often essential to efficiently resolving family law disputes, a hallmark of Tom’s practice is his talent for identifying creative settlement solutions to issues that appear to be at an unsolvable impasse.
Prior to entering the field of family law, Tom practiced private equity and hedge fund law at Weil Gotshal & Manges LLP and Proskauer Rose LLP, and prior to his law career, he worked in finance and private clients asset management. This professional background provides him with a unique and powerful skill set for understanding and negotiating complex financial portfolios.
In connection with his work as a family law attorney, Tom has been featured in journalism and programming from The New York Times, Town & Country, New York Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, The Guardian, The New York Post, The Awl, Artnet, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, and other publications and institutions. He has also served as a divorce law consultant to multiple television shows.
Tom received his law degree from Emory University School of Law, where he won the Henry Quilliam Prize for outstanding achievement in contracts and commercial law. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania, where he won the Elizabeth F. Flower Prize for best undergraduate paper in philosophy and was the second-slowest member of the men’s cycling team.
Tom has served as a CLE lecturer for the New York State Bar Association’s Family Law Section, and is a member of its executive committee and co-chair of its social media committee.
Outside of his law practice, Tom is a member and former co-chair of the Book Council of the National Book Foundation, a board member of Housing Works Bookstore Cafe, a committee member of the Friends of Citymeals, and a trustee and the former treasurer of the Philomathean Endowment Trust.
Thomas's approach to family law cases
Tom handles cases in all areas of family law, both inside and outside of the courtroom. While he believes that calculated aggressiveness is often essential to efficiently resolving family law disputes, a hallmark of Tom’s practice is his talent for identifying creative settlement solutions to issues that appear to be at an unsolvable impasse. Prior to entering the field of family law, Tom…
The kind of cases Thomas takes
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Thomas studied and practices
Emory University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of Pennsylvania
B.A. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
New York
2009 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Thomas Metsky Kretchmar's office in New York
Thomas's primary office is at 12 East 49th Street, 32nd Floor, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Aronson Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP
12 East 49th Street, 32nd Floor
New York, NY 10017
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How to hire Thomas Metsky Kretchmar — 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 Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in 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 Thomas
Thomas 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas'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 Thomas Metsky Kretchmar
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas'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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside New York?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new family law clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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