Individuals facing complex and highly sensitive legal issues involving divorce and family law,whether ultimately resolved through negotiation, or litigation—will benefit from Steven Paquette’s broad legal background, 33 successful years’ experience in the courtroom, and his access to the multidisciplinary expertise and seasoned counsel of the top legal professionals at Bousquet Holstein.
A Certified Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)—a position achieved only by a small, specially skilled group of lawyers—Steven is exposed to the highest levels of thinking, writing, and professional contact involving matrimonial law, helping him become an exceptional advocate for his clients. His membership not only indicates his superior skills but also a deeper understanding of his clients’ most complex issues and situations, and the knowledge to resolve them.
Having spent 20 of his 33 professional years as a general practitioner, Steve’s diverse background in real estate law, business law, bankruptcy law, estates and trusts, civil litigation, and several other disciplines is especially advantageous to this clients, since it enables him to authoritatively guide them through the many areas that are touched by divorce, including: custody; alimony and spousal support; child support; equitable distribution of marital assets; business and enhanced earnings valuation; taxes and estate planning.
Recently designated a “Super Lawyer” by his peers, Steve helps clients navigate the often-contentious and highly complicated property division issues that arise during divorce proceedings. As important, however, is his professional network of outstanding legal experts who are ready to offer counsel if further clarification or additional information on any issue is necessary.
To be of further service to his clients, and to reduce the anxiety, confusion and confrontation that often characterize the divorce process, Steve has a great deal of experience in using collaborative law methods, a practice area that emphasizes a gentler, less-combative approach. He serves on the Board of directors for the CNY Collaborative Practice Group. Many clients choose to have Steve explore this alternative method of dispute resolution, which: promotes reasonable decision making; seeks to calm the process; fosters greater empathy on each side; facilitates a fair and equitable solution; and respects the needs of children.
