Take the First Step Toward a Better Divorce

Collaborative Divorce and Family Law Solutions for Discerning New Yorkers

Clear Strategy. Compassionate Support. Lasting Peace of Mind.

Move forward with clarity, support, and strength. All without ever setting foot in court.

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What We Do

Legal and mediation support for complex, high-stakes divorces

We guide business professionals, co-parents, and high-net-worth families navigate life’s most pivotal transitions—like divorce, co-parenting, and prenuptial planning—with smart legal strategy, emotional care, and a trusted network of support.

Whether you’re navigating co-parenting dynamics, protecting personal or business assets, or facing a high-conflict spouse, we provide privacy, professionalism, and personalized solutions that prioritize long-term well-being.

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Successful couples facing complex family transitions

You’re managing high-stakes divorce, asset division, and privacy concerns—and seeking a collaborative approach that keeps you out of court.

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Co-parents committed to peaceful solutions

You’re focused on shielding your children from conflict and creating a collaborative co-parenting plan that supports everyone’s well-being.

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Individuals and couples planning for the future

You’re seeking clear, proactive legal guidance to protect your financial security and foster lasting harmony—before any challenges arise.

HOW WE DO IT

A smarter, kinder
way to divorce

Avoid court battles and move forward with clarity, control, and respect. Our collaborative approach prioritizes your family’s well-being and long-term peace over conflict and confrontation.

  • Collaboration Approaches Tailored to You
  • Confidential, Compassionate Legal Advice and Mediation Services
  • Non-Adversarial Strategies
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Most divorce firms fight. We resolve.

Taking your divorce to court made sense in an era when couples were required to assign blame. It all makes very little sense now—especially when children, businesses, or meaningful assets are involved.

Since 2004, Vacca Family Law Group has been dedicated to serving a specific kind of client: people who want their divorce handled with the same sophistication they bring to everything else in their life.

In a traditional divorce…

  • Every filing is public record—your finances, your parenting disputes, your personal business
  • Two attorneys positioned as adversaries, incentivized to prolong conflict
  • A judge you’ve never met makes decisions that shape the next twenty years of your life
  • Business valuations, custody, and support fought in court instead of designed by you
  • Years of stress, often six figures in fees, and relationships you can’t rebuild
  • The “win” you pay for is rarely the outcome you wanted

With our non-adversarial approach

  • Everything is handled privately—no public filings, no record of disputes, no headlines
  • Attorneys work toward agreements rather than against each other
  • You and your spouse stay in control of every meaningful decision
  • Your team can include financial neutrals, valuators, and coaches as needed
  • Collaborative or mediated divorce are typically a fraction of the time and cost of litigation
  • An agreement you built that works for you and your family

Find the path that fits you

We offer clear, strategic options designed to keep you out of court while preserving your family’s stability and your peace of mind.

Out-of-Court Divorce Solutions

Explore collaborative divorce, mediation, and negotiated divorce agreements that help you stay in control and preserve what matters most.

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Collaborative Divorce

A cooperative, team-based approach focused on supportive, respectful, and private resolutions.

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Divorce Mediation and Conflict Resolution

Neutral guidance that helps you and your spouse reach fair agreements peacefully.

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Negotiated Divorce Agreements

Experienced attorneys negotiate on your behalf to secure fair, comprehensive divorce terms.

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Mediation Consulting Services

Strategic legal advice during mediation to protect your rights and ensure fair, lasting agreements.

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Not sure where to begin?

Divorce and family transitions are deeply personal—and the right legal path isn’t always obvious. That’s where we come in.

Our Pre-Divorce Legal Guidance service offers compassionate, strategic support to help you understand your options, gain confidence, and take your next step with clarity.

  • Tailored Legal Strategy for Your Situation
  • Clear Insight into Your Divorce Options
  • Guidance for Effective Communication and Emotional Readiness
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Trusted by Clients. Featured by the Media. Recognized by the Industry.

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Take the First Step Toward a Better Divorce

Take the first step
toward a better divorce

Let’s navigate your divorce with compassion and clarity without unnecessary conflict.

Meet the lawyers who guide you
to calm, collaborative resolutions

Our experienced, collaboratively trained attorneys are here to help you make informed decisions at every step.

Andrea Vacca

Founding Attorney

Andrea has a calm, steady way of guiding people through tough transitions. She helps you focus on what matters most and find solutions that protect both your family and your future.

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Marcos Fernandez

Managing Attorney

Marcos is known for his patience and clarity. He makes complicated issues easier to understand and creates an environment where everyone feels respected and supported through every step.

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Wendy Reimer

Attorney

Wendy understands how emotional divorce can be. She brings warmth, balance, and clear guidance to every conversation, helping families communicate effectively and reach thoughtful, lasting agreements.

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Jamie Galvin-Baum

Attorney

Jamie listens with genuine care and makes sure you feel supported every step of the way. She’s focuses on keeping children at the center of every decision while helping families reach lasting agreements.

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Hear how our clients achieved respectful, low-conflict resolutions

Real stories of dignity, understanding, and forward progress from the clients we’ve quietly served.

“Vacca Family Law Group was an absolutely great partner through an incredibly tough process. They’re consistent, ethical, and incredibly detail oriented. I’m really grateful I found them.”

Collaborative Divorce Client

“We had such a good experience and were surprised that we felt closer to one another after mediation.”

Prenuptial Agreement Mediation Client

“I had so much anxiety and fear going into the divorce process and the team at Vacca Family Law Group guided me every step of the way. It was a smooth, supportive and efficient process. Highly recommend!”

Uncontested Divorce Client

“The team at Vacca Family Law Group was able to create a safe and productive environment for my divorce. Now 3 years later, my ex and I are able to communicate openly and honestly in regards to our son. I really couldn’t have planned it any better.”

Mediation Consulting Client

“Andrea Vacca was exceedingly reliable and thorough. Her acumen saved me upwards of $25,000.00. Andrea quickly caught a significant error, and I was ‘saved.'”

Divorce Client

“My 17-year marriage crumbled in the middle of graduate school, and it got nasty fast. The team at Vacca Family Law Group helped me sift through the mire with compassion, real talk, and eagle eyes.”

Negotiated Divorce Client

“My experience with Vacca Family Law Group couldn’t have been better. Marcos Fernandez handled our agreement, and I found him extremely knowledgeable and pleasant to work with.”

Postnuptial Agreement Client

“The process was made as easy as I could imagine. I would recommend scheduling a free introductory call. Even if you don’t end up working with Vacca Family Law Group, they will do a wonderful job pointing you in the right direction.”

Prenuptial Agreement Mediation Client

“I really loved working with Vacca Family Law Group. They took a long view of my needs while providing guidance with a lot of empathy and a personal touch.”

Mediation Consulting Client

“The entire team at Vacca Family Law Group is kind, compassionate and professional. I would work with them again in a heartbeat.”

Prenuptial Agreement Mediation Client

“Marcos Fernandez has shown incredibly thorough work and research. His demeanor has brought a peace of mind to me that is priceless.”

Mediation Consulting Client

“If you need a law firm that specializes in family law, you must use Vacca Family Law Group. The staff was friendly, professional, and extremely attentive.”

Prenuptial Agreement Client
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The divorce conversation you ACTUALLY want to hear

A Better Divorce Podcast with Andrea Vacca

Real conversations for people who want to keep their divorce out of court.

Join Andrea Vacca and leading divorce experts in finance, mental health, and personal growth as they share practical tools and compassionate strategies for navigating a non-adversarial divorce.

Named one of FeedSpot’s Top 100 Divorce Podcasts of 2025, A Better Divorce Podcast helps you move forward with clarity, confidence, and control.

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