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Why Hire The Law Office of Sharon K. Covino?
Backed by extensive prosecutorial experience in both criminal and family court, Sharon K. Covino has the skill and knowledge to effectively represent her clients in defense cases, DWI cases, real estate transactions, divorces, and custody/child support cases.
As a result of her time as a prosecutor, Ms. Covino developed a working relationship with various city agencies including Safe Horizon, Administration for Children’s Services (ACS/CPS), TASC, CIRT and various other agencies. She continues to work closely with these agencies to ensure the most favorable outcome for her clients.
At the Law Office of Sharon K. Covino, your rights and best interests are placed at the top of our priority list.
Ms. Covino is committed to her clients and is well versed in the law. She is well prepared and is a zealous advocate for her clients. What sets her apart from other practicing attorneys is her ability to analyze a case for its strengths and weaknesses and then formulating a legal strategy that proves to be successful for her clients. I highly recommend Ms. Covino.
- Joseph Cammarata
A Passion for Criminal Defense
During her time as a prosecutor, Sharon K. Covino amassed a wealth of experience in cases ranging from high level felony offenses including homicide, rape, robbery, burglary, strangulation, assault, arson, DWI, criminal mischief, to lower level driving offenses and larcenies.
She founded The Law Office of Sharon K. Covino with the belief that everyone deserves a passionate and effective defense. Our justice system was founded on the principle of innocent until proven guilty - and Ms. Covino takes this to heart, giving each client a tireless and dedicated defense.
A Personal Approach to Family Law
When a marriage breaks up or relationship ends, it can be devastating, especially when children are involved. As a mother herself, Ms. Covino deeply understands the wishes of her clients to keep the best interests of their children in mind.
Divorce, Legal Separation, and Spousal Maintenance
In a divorce or spousal maintenance case when emotions are running high, Ms. Covino has the level head and determined negotiation skills to ensure her clients are well-represented and getting the division of asset and spousal maintenance outcome most favorable to them.
These cases can be complicated and emotionally draining even in the most amicable of situations, and even if there are no children involved. Having a strong, supportive attorney like Ms. Covino on your side gives you the peace of mind to put the past behind you and move on to a fresh start.
Child Custody, Visitation, and Child Support
Ms. Covino practices in Matrimonial Court and works with the Administration for Children’s Services as well as with fellow attorneys to resolve cases including violations of orders of protection and family offense petitions. This experience prepared her well for custody, visitation, and child support cases.
Child custody and visitation cases are as unique as the families involved in them, and judges look at dozens of factors when making their final decision on custody and visitation arrangements. It can be an exhausting and confusing process, and keeping the child’s best interests top of mind is paramount. Ms. Covino is dedicated to your child’s wellbeing and to advocating for your position in your custody case. These cases often require highly skilled negotiators, and Ms. Covino has the experience and skill to be you and your child’s fiercest advocate.
Skilled Real Estate and Closing Representation
A new home is an exciting milestone, but it’s also imperative to do your due diligence. A real estate attorney can draft and review contracts, negotiate terms of the sale, resolve disputes during the process, prepare the closing, even look through Co-op reports and alert you to building red flags before you buy.
Having a real estate attorney is especially important in New York City, where many people purchase condos and Co-ops. These buildings can have arcane and complex bylaws, rules, and agreements that your attorney can decipher and explain to you.
As a Staten Island native, Sharon K. Covino is well-versed in local real estate statutes and regulations. She represents both buyers and sellers in residential transactions, and strives to make the process smooth, easy to understand, and headache-free for you.