When people call a lawyer, it is often one of the hardest days of their lives. For nearly three decades, Fink & Katz PLLC has been on the other end of those calls. From family disputes to criminal charges, the New York City firm has built its career on guiding clients through moments that carry real consequences.
### Founded on Human Understanding and Strong Advocacy
Founded in 1997 by Philip Katz and Jonathan Fink, Fink & Katz PLLC grew from a shared belief that strong legal advocacy must be paired with human understanding. Over time, that belief became the firm’s defining trait and a key reason it remains a trusted name in New York family and criminal law.
### The Early Vision Behind Fink & Katz PLLC
Philip Katz and Jonathan Fink started their firm with a clear goal: to make a difference for people who felt overwhelmed by the legal system.
“At the beginning, we weren’t thinking about building a brand,” Katz has said. “We were focused on helping people who felt unheard and unsure of what came next.”
In the late 1990s, New York’s courts were busy and complex. Family law cases were growing more contentious, and criminal matters were becoming higher stakes. Katz and Fink saw a gap between legal process and personal impact. They believed lawyers could do better by staying present and prepared.
That early mindset shaped how the firm handled its first cases — and every case after.
### Growing Through Experience, Not Hype
As the firm took on more matters, its reputation grew through results and relationships. Fink & Katz handled child custody disputes, visitation rights, and orders of protection. They also defended clients facing criminal charges, including DWI and white collar crime.
Each case brought new lessons.
“Every matter teaches you something,” Fink once noted. “You learn not just the law, but how stress changes people and how important clarity becomes.”
Rather than chasing volume, the firm focused on depth. They prepared thoroughly. They listened carefully.
Clients often faced sensitive issues like child neglect allegations or juvenile delinquency claims. These were not abstract legal problems — they involved families, futures, and reputations. That approach helped the firm stand out in a crowded legal market.
### Leadership in Family Law and Criminal Defense
Over the years, Fink & Katz PLLC became known for handling cases that required both precision and restraint. Family law matters demanded empathy, while criminal cases required focus and strategy. The firm built systems to manage both.
“Our job is to be steady when everything feels unstable,” Katz has said. “Clients need someone who understands the law and understands pressure.”
This balance positioned the firm as a leader in its practice areas. Other attorneys took notice. Clients returned. Referrals increased. The firm’s leadership was not loud or flashy — it was consistent.
Their work reflected a belief that leadership in law comes from reliability and preparation, not from promises.
### Values That Shape Daily Decisions
Family, justice, and hard work are not slogans at Fink & Katz. They guide how cases are handled day to day.
Family law matters are approached with care for long-term outcomes, especially when children are involved. Criminal defense work is handled with respect for due process and individual rights.
“We never forget that people live with the outcome of these cases,” Fink has explained. “That responsibility stays with us.”
These values also shape how the firm communicates. Clients are kept informed. Expectations are explained clearly. Legal strategy is discussed in plain language. That clarity builds trust, which is often what clients need most.
### Adapting to a Changing Legal Landscape
The legal world has changed since 1997. Courts move faster. Public scrutiny is higher. Information spreads quickly.
Fink & Katz adapted by staying grounded in fundamentals. The firm expanded its work in areas like white collar crime while continuing to handle core family law cases. They stayed current on legal standards without losing their personal approach.
“Technology changes how cases move,” Katz has said. “But people’s fears and concerns stay the same.”
This ability to evolve without drifting helped the firm maintain relevance across decades.
### A Reputation Built Case by Case
Today, Fink & Katz PLLC is recognized for decades of experience and steady advocacy. Their online presence reflects professional credibility, with thought leadership and industry engagement that mirror their courtroom work.
Still, the firm measures success in quieter ways.
“When a client tells us they finally feel heard, that matters,” Fink has said. “That’s when you know the work means something.”
Their career as a firm has been shaped less by milestones and more by moments — one client at a time, one case at a time.
### Looking Forward with the Same Purpose
As Fink & Katz PLLC continues its work in New York, its focus remains unchanged: help clients navigate complex legal issues, protect rights, and reduce uncertainty where possible.
The firm’s longevity reflects a simple truth: in family law and criminal defense, trust is earned slowly and lost quickly. Fink & Katz built their name by respecting that reality.
Nearly thirty years after their founding, they continue to lead by example — quietly, consistently, and with purpose.
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