About The Law Office of Vernita Charles in Brooklyn, NY
Experienced Divorce and Family Law Representation Since 2000
The Law Office of Vernita Charles provides divorce and family law representation to clients throughout Brooklyn and the New York metropolitan area. Attorney Vernita Charles founded the firm in 2000, bringing decades of experience representing New Yorkers through complex legal matters involving marriage dissolution, custody arrangements, and related family law proceedings.
Ms. Charles earned her Juris Doctor from Boston University School of Law and has been admitted to the New York State Bar Association since 2000. The firm now focuses exclusively on divorce and family law, allowing you to work with an attorney whose entire practice centers on the legal issues you're facing—not one case type among many.
When you contact the Law Office of Vernita Charles, you're working with a two-person team dedicated to your case. Paralegal AnnSonia Walkes has collaborated with the firm for more than 15 years, preparing court documents, gathering the information needed for your proceedings, and helping you understand each step in the legal process. This isn't a large firm where paralegals rotate across cases—Ms. Walkes knows the file, the timeline, and the details that matter to your outcome.
This coordinated approach means you benefit from consistent communication and thorough preparation. Attorney Charles provides the legal strategy and courtroom representation, while Ms. Walkes ensures documentation is complete, deadlines are met, and you understand what happens next. You're not navigating this process alone or piecing together information from multiple contacts.
Contact the office to discuss how our team can represent you through your divorce or family law matter.
Our Services
Dedicated to New York Divorce and Family Law
The firm's exclusive focus on divorce and family law means Attorney Charles understands the statutory requirements, procedural timelines, and courtroom expectations specific to New York family court and Supreme Court divorce proceedings. She's represented clients through contested divorces, custody disputes, support modifications, and enforcement actions—providing legal guidance tailored to the circumstances of your case rather than general advice.
New York's divorce laws include specific grounds, residency requirements, equitable distribution rules, and procedural steps that differ significantly from other states. Whether you're filing for an uncontested divorce based on irretrievable breakdown or navigating contested issues involving marital property, spousal maintenance, or parenting time, you need representation that accounts for how New York courts interpret and apply these statutes.
Ms. Walkes' role extends beyond administrative support—her 15 years with the firm mean she's familiar with court filing requirements, document formats that clerks expect, and the information judges need to make informed decisions. When you're gathering financial disclosures, completing sworn statements of net worth, or preparing for hearings, she helps you assemble what's required correctly the first time.
Practical Guidance Through Every Stage of Your Case
The firm's approach emphasizes accessibility, responsiveness, and legal guidance shaped by your specific situation—not generic strategies applied to every case. Attorney Charles explains your options, the potential outcomes of different approaches, and what you can realistically expect as your case progresses through the court system. Ms. Walkes ensures you understand procedural requirements, upcoming deadlines, and what documentation you need to provide.
- Attorney Vernita Charles admitted to the New York State Bar Association since 2000
- Juris Doctor from Boston University School of Law
- Firm founded in 2000, now exclusively focused on divorce and family law
- Paralegal AnnSonia Walkes has worked with the firm for more than 15 years
- Serving Brooklyn, New York City, and surrounding areas
If you're facing a divorce or family law issue in New York, the Law Office of Vernita Charles offers experienced representation backed by more than two decades of practice in this field. Reach out to schedule a consultation and discuss how Attorney Charles and Ms. Walkes can guide you through the legal process with professionalism and personalized attention to your case.