Erica L. Burten is a dedicated attorney specializing in matrimonial and family law litigation in CT and NY, with a unique blend of courtroom and collaborative practice. Offering her clients a balanced approach to navigating the complexities of divorce and family law. Our firm is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, whether in the courtroom or through collaborative methods.

Our clients often worry about the potential disruption to their family dynamics and the uncertainty of their future. We address these concerns by focusing on tailored family-centered solutions with the goal of alleviating post-judgment issues.

What sets Erica Burten Law – Family Matters apart is her deep understanding of both litigation and collaborative divorce. Courtroom experience enables us to advise clients on the realities of both processes, ensuring they are well-informed and prepared. For clients opting for a collaborative solution, we enlists a team of professionals which generally include a mental health professional, a financial neutral, and an additional divorce attorney. Each team member is trained and certified in mediation and collaborative divorce. For litigation matters, Erica Burten Law – Family Matter, LLC, frequently utilizes coaches, financial neutrals and forensic accountants to provide a more economically sensible resolution.

Erica Burten Law -Family Matters, LLC, maintains a client centered philosophy while offering personalized support and advocacy without an understanding the emotional toll of divorce. Known for their honesty, empathy, and informed guidance, Erica Burten Law – Family Matters helps clients transition from unhealthy marital relationships to healthy co-parenting dynamics.

Erica is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Fairfield County (CDPFC), the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), and the Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce (CCND), Connecticut Bar Association (CBA), the New York Bar Association (NYBA) and the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals (NYACP).

Erica earned her J.D. from Rutgers School of Law – Camden and her B.A. and Indiana University – Bloomington. Erica held a clerkship for the Honorable John A. Sweeney, Ret., A.J.S.C. in Burlington County, New Jersey. Erica resides in Westchester County with her two children.