Stephen Bilkis

Stephen Bilkis is the founder and principal of Stephen Bilkis & Associates, PLLC, a New York law firm serving clients across Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, and Long Island. With more than two decades of legal experience, Stephen Bilkis provides representation in probate and estate matters, family law disputes, personal injury claims, and criminal defense cases. Stephen Bilkis is known for delivering personalized legal guidance and maintaining close communication with clients throughout every stage of their cases, regardless of complexity.

Stephen Bilkis’s outstanding achievements and consistent results have earned him a reputation as one of the best attorneys in New York. Stephen Bilkis is rated Excellent by Avvo, a Top-Rated Lawyer by Justia.com, and has been recognized as one of the best lawyers in New York State by Expertise.com and TopLawyer.com.

Stephen Bilkis earned his Juris Doctor from Touro Law School in 1997 and was admitted to the New York bar that same year. Shortly after beginning his legal career, Stephen Bilkis established the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates, PLLC, with the goal of creating a client-focused practice grounded in preparation and accountability. Over the course of his career, Stephen Bilkis has handled hundreds of cases involving both civil and criminal matters. Due to his experience and professional reputation, cases handled by Stephen Bilkis and attorneys who work with his firm have been featured on national and regional media outlets, including CNN, CBS, CNBC, ABC New York, The New York Times, the New York Post, and Newsday.

As an estate attorney, Stephen Bilkis regularly assists clients with probate administration, estate planning, and estate litigation. Stephen Bilkis advises executors, administrators, and beneficiaries on their rights and obligations under New York law, including matters involving wills, trusts, fiduciary duties, and estate disputes. Stephen Bilkis is particularly experienced in guiding families through probate proceedings while addressing tax considerations and potential conflicts that may arise during the administration process. Stephen Bilkis approaches estate matters with attention to detail and an understanding of the long-term financial and personal implications involved.

In the area of family law, Stephen Bilkis represents clients in divorce proceedings, including high-asset and complex divorce matters, as well as the negotiation and drafting of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and disputes involving property distribution. Stephen Bilkis regularly handles matters before the New York Family Court involving custody and visitation disputes, relocation petitions, and allegations of parental alienation, abuse, or neglect. Stephen Bilkis has also represented parents in international child custody disputes governed by the Hague Convention, as well as complex interstate custody cases involving competing jurisdictional claims and conflicting custody orders. In addition, Stephen Bilkis represents clients in matters involving spousal support, grandparents’ rights, fathers’ rights, and guardianship. Recognized for his work in challenging and high-conflict cases, Stephen Bilkis has been named one of the Best New York Family Lawyers by Expertise.com and continues to develop strategies that protect both legal rights and long-term family interests.

Stephen Bilkis has also represented hundreds of clients in complex personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury cases and claims involving structured settlements. Stephen Bilkis applies his knowledge of New York State and federal law to matters involving product liability, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, Social Security, Medicare, and related tax issues. Stephen Bilkis is particularly skilled in coordinating liability coverage with health insurance benefits to pursue appropriate compensation for injured clients.

As a criminal defense attorney, Stephen Bilkis is widely respected for his courtroom skill and pretrial advocacy. Stephen Bilkis has successfully represented clients charged with a broad range of offenses, including sex crimes, drug offenses, theft-related crimes, and other serious felony and misdemeanor charges. Stephen Bilkis is known for identifying procedural issues and constitutional defenses early in a case, often positioning matters for dismissal, reduction of charges, or favorable resolution. Drawing on his deep understanding of the New York Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law, Stephen Bilkis pursues strategic outcomes through motion practice, negotiation, or trial, depending on what best serves the client’s interests.

Stephen Bilkis maintains active membership in professional organizations, including the New York State Bar Association, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, the American Prepaid Legal Institute, and the AARP Legal Services Network. Through continued professional involvement and ongoing legal practice, Stephen Bilkis remains committed to providing informed, thorough, and client-centered representation across multiple areas of New York law.