Coughtry Law Albany - Divorce Lawyer & Family Attorney
“Her expertise and commitment to ensuring fair and just outcomes in child support matters are remarkable.”
Best Child Custody Lawyers in Albany, NY
15 firms listed · all 15 in Albany · 3 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 29, 2026
We the People of Albany
“Love the staff that helped me through a sensitive situation I would highly recommend them I will be seeing them soon for additional legal matters”
O'Connell and Aronowitz
“The team at O'Connell and Aronowitz and Kelly, his personal lawyer fought hard and produced quick results for my son's pain and suffering.”
Tully Rinckey
“Jillian groshens is an extremely talented attorney who helped me on my journey to regain full custody of my child.”
Copps Dipaola Silverman
“I had a long, exhausting case and Lorraine (and the other attorneys) kept me informed, called me after every appearance, and gave me excellent advice.”
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Lauren L. Hunt
“I felt understood and supported throughout a very difficult decision making process.”
The 15 firms listed for Albany, NY take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Albany, NY
All 15 firms we list here are in Albany itself. We have 17 firms in Albany on file; this page shows the highest-rated 15. 13 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 845 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise responsiveness (92%), professionalism (90%) and quality (77%). 3 are open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are adoptions (2), business owners & divorce (2), business valuation (2), child support (2) and custody and modifications (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 103 years. 3 offer urgent consultations and 1 offers a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 14 of the firms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
What do custody firm websites listed for Albany usually state?
14 of the 15 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.
O'brien & Associates Law Firm
“He know s his Stuff and is Great to work with !”
Law Office of Matthew J Swedick Esq
“With a last minute call-court just two days away I called Matt- he reassured me of what is expected, how he can help, and what should be done next- he explained it so simply.”
Andrew H. Wood
“His confidence in handling this matter is evident throughout one of the most difficult situations life can throw at you.”
Sommers & Sommers
“Personally want to thank Andrew for his exceptional, flawless service.”
Becker & Becker Attorneys At Law
“Ellen Becker represented me in 2015 and I would Highly recommend her and her team,Top Notch and efficient Law group for Family Court Father's Rights!!!”
Maynard, O'Connor, Smith & Catalinotto
“We had many issues with closing on our house from the sellers and she did a fantastic job navigating those issues and being extremely transparent with me and where we were at in the process.”
Trevor Hannigan Attorney At Law Pllc
“He really helped me in a time of need and I strongly recommend him for anyone looking to find a brilliant and trustworthy attorney .”
Sutton Law Firm
O'Brien Monagan Law Firm
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