OVER 35 YEARS OF SERVING THE GREATER NYC METRO AREA
Protect What Matters Most – Your Family, Finances, and Future
Experienced legal representation from a trusted divorce & family law attorney
Fierce Yet Compassionate Advocacy
Meticulous Preparation & Proactive Strategies
Fair & Positive Resolutions
Failing to safeguard your family, finances, and future can have serious consequences.
When you don’t have the right legal counsel, you risk:
- Costly legal mistakes 
- Compromising your rights and needs 
- Not being heard 
- Unfair financial settlements 
- Unfavorable child custody outcomes 
- Increased stress and worry 
- Poorly crafted agreements 
- Being outmaneuvered by the other side 
- Allowing the other side to dominate the narrative of your story 
Don’t leave your future up to chance – your journey toward peace and security begins with a strong legal advocate by your side.
 
        
        
      
    
    35+
Years of Experience in Matrimonial Law
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Consistently Received From Satisfied Clients
1,000+
Clients Served in the New York City Area
 
        
        
      
    
    Our Services
Strategic legal solutions to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.
Navigating divorce and custody issues can feel overwhelming and isolating. Requesting or receiving a prenuptial agreement can be daunting, and at times, tricky. At Barbara A. Castrataro, Esq., we provide compassionate and strategic legal counsel to guide you through life’s most significant transitions. We understand you need an attorney you have complete confidence in. With over 35 years of experience and more than 1,000 clients served, we know how to help.
Divorce Counsel
Protecting your assets, advocating for your best interests, and guiding you through the legal process.
Child Custody
Ensuring your parental rights are protected while prioritizing the well-being of your children.
Litigation
Providing extensive experience, insight, and proficiency to litigate your case and bring your matter to resolution.
Prenuptial Agreements
Helping you build a secure foundation for your future and marriage with clarity and transparency.
ABOUT BARBARA CASTRATARO, ESQ.
Balancing Relentless Advocacy with Compassionate Support
For over 35 years, Barbara Castrataro has dedicated her practice exclusively to matrimonial law, providing strategic, diligent, and compassionate representation. Known for her meticulous case preparation and courtroom prowess, she approaches every case with a 360-degree strategy – to understand her client’s position and to anticipate the opposition’s moves as well.
Barbara is a fierce advocate who seeks creative, effective solutions while always prepared to litigate when necessary. She builds strong attorney-client partnerships based on trust, empathy, and precision — helping clients navigate complex legal challenges with confidence. She is deeply passionate about her work.
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      Before becoming an attorney, she built a successful career in network television, working with all three major networks. She held executive roles in Broadcast Operations and spent nine years in Production as a Music Supervisor and Director, scoring live-recorded shows on both the East and West Coasts—work that earned her several Emmy nominations. Her diverse professional background, along with her broad interests and dedication to charitable work, enriches her legal practice and deepens her ability to connect with and advocate for her clients. 
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      Education - C.W. Post School of Music BA (LIU) 
- New York Law School JD 
- New York Bar Admission 1990 
- Moot Court Award 
- Admitted to Practice in New York State 
- Federal Admission: The Southern District Court of New York 
 Recognition - SuperLawyers 
- Top Attorneys 
- Top Women Attorneys 
- Martindale Hubble Client Champion 
- Westchester Top Attorneys - Westchester Magazine - 2024 
 
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      Memberships - New York State Bar Association 
- NY Academy of Trial Lawyers 
- Westchester Bar Association & Family Law Section 
- Founding Member of the NY Chapter of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators 
- Association of Family and Conciliation Court (AFCC) 
- Elected as a Superlawyer 
 Community Involvement - In addition to having sponsored teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Barbara is and has been a proud supporter of several Tibetan Buddhist entities in India and Nepal with a focus on: (1) sponsoring higher education for those in need and living in exile, (2) preserving culture, and rich Buddhist history and dharma. Philanthropic efforts include: 
 
 
        
        
      
    
    OUR COLLABORATIVE PROCESS
We Take Chaos and Turn It Into a Clear Path Forward
Schedule a Consultation
Book a complimentary initial call to discuss your unique situation and learn more about our approach.
Share Your Story
We’ll gather information, explore your options together, and give you clarity on next steps.
Start Your Path Forward
With clear communication and strategic guidance, we’ll work toward a positive resolution.
 
        
        
      
    
    What makes us different?
Our 360-Degree Approach
We focus on complex, large-asset cases, and we perform a 360-degree analysis of every case we take on. We meticulously assess both the strengths and weaknesses of our client’s position – as well as that of the opposing party – to ensure that we are equally prepared to settle a case or take it to trial.
We believe in a proactive approach, always staying steps ahead to ensure the best possible outcome. One client described our firm as being able to "see around corners." This strategic approach uses foresight which places our clients in the strongest, most prepared, and equally effective position to achieve resolution.
What You Can Expect from Our Firm
- Personal attention and a non-judgmental environment 
- Candor and honest assessments 
- Meticulous case preparation to bring resolution as efficiently as possible 
- Readiness to go to trial if necessary, while prioritizing strategic settlements 
- Discretion and respect for your privacy 
- Tenacious advocacy balanced with professionalism and empathy 
Serving the Greater NYC Metro Area
Our office is in Chappaqua, New York, and we help clients all over the greater NYC area, including:
- Katonah 
- Larchmont 
- Mamaroneck 
- North & South Salem 
- Pleasantville 
- Purchase 
- Rye Brook 
- Scarsdale 
- Somers 
- Tarrytown 
- The Rivertowns 
- White Plains 
- Yorktown 
- Westchester County 
- Manhattan 
- Brooklyn 
- Ardsley 
- Armonk 
- Bedford 
- Bronxville 
- Chappaqua 
- Dobbs Ferry 
- Eastchester 
- Harrison 
- Hastings-on-Hudson 
- Irvington 
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