Divorce & Child Custody Lawyer  Serving Niagara Falls, NY

Located in Niagara County in Western New York, the city of Niagara Falls sits adjacent to the Niagara River, across from the city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Once a prominent figure in the 19th century industrial revolution, the city harnesses the power of the Niagara River to provide electricity for much of the down state area and New York City.  

Despite a recent economic downturn due to the decline in the manufacturing industry, the city has a population of 50,193 according to the 2010 census. With a revived focus on the tourism industry, Niagara Falls, NY is visited by nearly ten million people a year with attractions such as The American Falls, Cave of the Winds, Maid of the Mist, and the Niagara Discovery Center. The Niagara Falls State Park is also surrounded by several hiking trails and attractions including Whirlpool State Park & The Aquarium of Niagara. 

Although the city has a lower crime rate when compared to nearby cities of Buffalo, and Rochester, NY, Niagara Falls experiences a higher than average crime rate. However, through the combined efforts of both government and local community leaders, there has been a recent mobilization to reduce violence within the city.