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International Family Lawyer New York | Hague Convention & UCCJEA Attorney | Elena Giannattasio

An accomplished high net worth divorce attorney, committed to providing comprehensive legal solutions to her clients.

 A tireless and engaged International child custody and abduction lawyer.

A Hi-tech and Hi-touch practice, exceptionally accessible 24/7.

Your rights have never been better protected.

Why I Started
MJD

Elena Giannattasio | Founder and Owner

“Divorce is a deeply personal and painful experience, and I understand it better than most. I am dedicated to put my knowledge and personal history to work to secure a much better tomorrow for those in need of my legal help…

My journey began years ago, when my ex left me with a young child, starting over in a different country with little and no family around. I faced immense challenges, including at first lack of spousal and child support, yet I remained fiercely determined. It took me a long time to find the right lawyer to protect both my son's and my rights. Initially, the lawyers let me down with unanswered calls and unexplained delays. My strength, resilience, and ability to survive against the odds left an indelible mark on me.

This motivated me to become one of the best family lawyers ever because I have a first-hand knowledge of what is at stake. Through my personal and professional experience, I strive to give my clients sophisticated financial knowledge to level the playing field, and a commitment to being there for them, offering my personal number to ensure they have access when they need it most.

Want to feel secure about your future?

IN THE WORDS OF MY CLIENTS

“Exceptional expertise and professionalism.”

“Her deep understanding of cross-border issues makes her an outstanding advocate.”

“Compassionate approach.”

“Unwavering dedication to her clients.”

“She consistently delivers what she says on time and is truly reliable.”

“A prizefighter for my rights.”

“She gets things done!”

“She can stand up to hi-net worth individuals, she is not intimidated!”
“5 stars!”

“A powerhouse.”

“She negotiated nothing short of a miracle.”

Do you want someone who can stand up to hi-net worth individuals and fight about your rights?

Let’s Discuss Your Prenup Cross-Border Enforceability and Risk Prevention.

Cross-border relationships require more than standard agreements. We structure international prenuptial and postnuptial agreements with enforceability across jurisdictions—protecting assets, clarifying rights, and reducing future litigation risk.

Let’s Discuss Your Hague Convention Child Abduction Cases

International child abduction cases demand immediate, strategic action. We represent parents in Hague Convention proceedings and cross-border custody disputes, working to restore the status quo and protect parental rights across jurisdictions.

Let’s Discuss Your Cross-Border Divorce

When spouses, assets, or proceedings span multiple countries, jurisdiction and strategy become critical. We handle complex international divorce matters involving New York and foreign courts, with a focus on enforceability, asset protection, and decisive outcomes.

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The FOREFRONT An International Family Law Blog

Japan’s 2026 Child Custody Reform: What International Families and Hague Convention Practitioners Must Understand

By Elena Giannattasio, Esq., International Family and HAGUE Convention Lawyer in New York, Multi-Jurisdictional Divorce, PLLC Effective April 1, 2026, Japan will implement significant amendments to its Civil Code governing

When a Child Is Abducted to Singapore from a Non-Hague Country: What International Parents Need to

International child abduction cases do not unfold in a vacuum. Outcomes depend not only on where a child is taken, but on whether the countries involved are parties to the

Mirror Orders and International Child Abduction: What Parents and Courts Need to Know in 2026

International families are now the norm, not the exception. With that reality comes a sharp rise in cross-border custody disputes, and, in some cases, the risk of international child abduction.

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Let’s discuss about a much better tomorrow.

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