Rosenthal Law & Mediation

Rosenthal Law & Mediation Compassionate lawyer, divorce mediator, and educator. I also an adjunct professor at the CUNY School of Law (my alma mater).

I started practicing family law by representing children in family court in 1997, and founded Rosenthal Law & Mediation in 2006. I approach my work with empathy, compassion, legal knowledge and skill. I understand that nothing is more important than the emotional, financial and spiritual health of your family.

{Note: Communication here does not imply an Attorney-Client relationship.}

Sometimes, a full dissolution isn’t the immediate goal. Legal separation allows you to live apart and settle financial/p...
06/17/2026

Sometimes, a full dissolution isn’t the immediate goal. Legal separation allows you to live apart and settle financial/parenting matters legally while remaining technically married. This can be a strategic choice for insurance or religious reasons.

Find out which process fits your needs:
https://courses.joyrosenthal.com/courses/divorce_options_course

Divorce quote of the week:"Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and...
06/16/2026

Divorce quote of the week:

"Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen." – Winston Churchill

Here's what one of my clients said:“I have a deep appreciation for Joy and her ability to help us navigate this difficul...
06/12/2026

Here's what one of my clients said:

“I have a deep appreciation for Joy and her ability to help us navigate this difficult time with more ease, compassion, and understanding than I ever imagined. I highly recommend her!” — KC

Reach out if you'd like to work with me, and I'll tell you how you can!

https://www.joyrosenthal.com/contact/

We start this Wednesday! Doors are closing for the online Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training (June 17, 18, 25, and ...
06/11/2026

We start this Wednesday! Doors are closing for the online Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training (June 17, 18, 25, and 26).

If you want to master positive neutrality and complex matrimonial dispute resolution with myself and Ivan Alter, now is the time to register.

📧 Send a quick email to [email protected] right away to catch the class. We start soon!

For couples with high trust and low complexity, you might start with a "kitchen table" talk. This involves drafting your...
06/10/2026

For couples with high trust and low complexity, you might start with a "kitchen table" talk. This involves drafting your own terms before bringing them to a professional to formalize. It saves time, but it’s vital to have a lawyer review the final draft.

Get the checklist for preparing for divorce: https://courses.joyrosenthal.com/courses/divorce_options_course

Divorce quote of the week:"Most misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if people would simply take the time to ...
06/09/2026

Divorce quote of the week:

"Most misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if people would simply take the time to ask, What else could this mean?" – Shannon Alder

Here's what one of my clients said:"Joy is a pleasure to work with. She has the knowledge and a wonderful ability to gui...
06/05/2026

Here's what one of my clients said:

"Joy is a pleasure to work with. She has the knowledge and a wonderful ability to guide through the difficulty of separation and divorce." — EM

Reach out if you'd like to work with me, and I'll tell you how you can!

https://www.joyrosenthal.com/contact/

Last-minute signups are open. If you’ve been on the fence about elevating your mediation skills, this is your sign to ju...
06/04/2026

Last-minute signups are open. If you’ve been on the fence about elevating your mediation skills, this is your sign to jump in.

My online Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Training kicks off on June 17. 16 hours of intensive, practical training designed to change how you handle complex matrimonial disputes. Grab one of the remaining slots.

📧 Reach out to [email protected] today to grab your seat before the deadline.

While many aim for a peaceful exit, litigation is sometimes the only safe option. If there is a power imbalance, hidden ...
06/03/2026

While many aim for a peaceful exit, litigation is sometimes the only safe option. If there is a power imbalance, hidden assets, or a history of domestic violence, having a judge oversee the process ensures that legal protections are strictly enforced.

Compare litigation vs. other methods in my free course: https://courses.joyrosenthal.com/courses/divorce_options_course

Divorce quote of the week:"If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes ...
06/02/2026

Divorce quote of the week:

"If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner." – Nelson Mandela

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