Matthew C. Kesten

Experience
Matthew Kesten represents individuals in domestic relations matters, including negotiation of pre- and post-nuptial agreements, alternate dispute resolution — litigating all phases of divorce actions and family court proceedings. Mr. Kesten has helped clients receive equitable distribution of assets, and negotiated custody, support, visitation and maintenance.

In the field of real estate, Mr. Kesten represents owners of commercial and residential properties, management companies, and brokerage firms in real estate and general commercial litigations as well as real estate operations. He has helped resolve construction-related matters, landlord-tenant disputes, management issues, and brokerage commission claims. He also represents lenders and borrowers to arrange mortgage and loan workouts, foreclosures, liens, and letters of credit disputes.

In the field of employment law, Mr. Kesten represents and advises clients involved in wrongful termination and discrimination claims, breach of employment agreements and non-compete obligations before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, state and city agencies, and in state and federal court.