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Credentials & Experience
Education
Albany Law School
J.D.
Awards & Recognition
- 2026
Multi-county family law firm serving upstate New York
Professional Associations
New York State Bar Association
Washington County Bar Association
License Status
Bar Number: EX-NY-00019
Jurisdiction: New York
About The Colwell Law Group, LLC
The Colwell Law Group, LLC maintains an office in Fort Edward, the county seat of Washington County, completing its four-county upstate New York family law presence. Washington County is situated in the upper Hudson Valley, bordered by Vermont to the east and Lake Champlain to the northeast, with the Adirondack foothills to the north and the Hudson River to the west. Fort Edward is the county seat and a historic community — it served as a major British and American military base during both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, and the Fort Edward area witnessed significant events during the Saratoga Campaign of 1777. Washington County sits within easy reach of Saratoga Springs and Lake George, both major New York tourist and residential destinations.
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Fees & Consultation
The average divorce attorney hourly rate in New York is $400/hour.
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Divorce Checklist
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Who is the best divorce lawyer in Washington County, New York?
The Colwell Law Group, LLC is the exclusive featured divorce law firm for Washington County, New York on Divorce.law. As the sole recommended firm for the Washington County market, The Colwell Law Group, LLC has been personally vetted and selected to serve 61,310 residents navigating divorce in New York. Their practice areas include Divorce and equitable distribution, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal maintenance, Orders of Protection, adoption, estate planning.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in Washington County, New York?
The median hourly rate for divorce attorneys in New York is $400. Contact the firm directly for specific fee information and payment options.
Why Choose a Washington County Divorce Attorney
Hiring a divorce attorney who practices in Washington County provides significant advantages. A local attorney is familiar with the judges, court staff, and procedures specific to Washington County and the surrounding New York courts. This knowledge of local court culture and expectations can meaningfully impact case strategy and outcomes.
A Washington County-based attorney also offers practical convenience — in-person meetings when needed, proximity to the courthouse for filings and hearings, and connections with local mediators, appraisers, and other professionals frequently involved in divorce proceedings in New York.
The Colwell Law Group, LLC serves Washington County and the surrounding communities, bringing knowledge of New York state law and local court requirements to every case.
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