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Yakov PyetrankerDivorce & Separation Attorney in Stamford, CT
Pyetranker, P.C.
Divorce & SeparationPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
jacob@pyetrankerpc.com
Phone
(203) 625-1809
Address
Stamford, CT, US
Professional
About
Yakov Pyetranker is a seasoned attorney based in Stamford, CT, specializing in Divorce & Separation and Personal Injury law. With over 16 years of experience, Yakov has successfully navigated numerous family law cases, from contentious custody disputes to complex valuation issues, establishing himself as a formidable advocate in the field. His expertise extends to the appellate arena, where he has briefed and argued significant cases before Connecticut's appellate courts, including notable matters such as McKenna v. Delente and Oudheusden v. Oudheusden, which has the potential to reshape Connecticut law. Yakov's dedication to his clients was exemplified in Chang v. Chang, where he affirmed the invalidity of a premarital agreement, and in Keusch v. Keusch, where he effectively addressed child support modifications under state guidelines. A graduate of St. John's University School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2006, Yakov also holds a Master's degree in Philosophy from the New School for Social Research and a Bachelor's degree from Fordham University. He is admitted to practice in Connecticut, New York, and the District of Columbia. Yakov is an active member of the Connecticut Bar Association, the Fairfield County Bar Association, and the New York State Bar Association. Recognized for his exceptional skills, he has been named a Super Lawyers® Connecticut Rising Star since 2013 and received the Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award from the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys in 2016. Beyond his practice, Yakov contributes to the legal community as a court-appointed special master in family law cases and shares his knowledge through presentations and publications, further solidifying his reputation as a respected leader in family law.
About Divorce & Separation Law
Divorce attorneys guide couples through the legal process of ending their marriage. They handle property division, custody, support, and other divorce-related matters. Common matters include contested divorce, uncontested divorce, property division, alimony.
Credentials
Education
2006 St. John's University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2003 New School for Social Research MA - Masters 2001 Fordham University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Russian
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2018 Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2017 Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2016 Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2015 Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers 2014 Rising Star, Connecticut Super Lawyers
Publications
2005 New York International Law Review, New York State Bar Association Intertec Contra. A/S v. Turner Steiner Int'l, S.A. 2005 New York Criminal Law Newsletter (NYSBA) Juvenile Capital Punishment 2004 The Owl of Minerva Simpson's Hegel's Transcendental Induction 2004 Graduate Faculty Philosophy Journal Hegel's Transcendental Induction 2003 Pragmatism in the 21st Century Is Kantian Pragmatism Kantian?
Associations
2007 - Present Connecticur Bar Association Member 2007 - Present New York State Bar Association Member 2007 - Present Fairfield County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2012 Advanced Custody Seminar (Mental Issues) Personality Disorders (with Wayne D. Effron) 2010 Effective Use of Financial and Custodial Experts Law of Experts (with Wayne D. Effron)
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Updated: May 25, 2026