TV Appearances
- Fox 10 “Dennis Vetrano, Jr. | The Curious B”
- Good Morning America “Why You Should Ask Your Spouse if They Feel Appreciated in the New Year”
- Good Day Chicago Today “How to Navigate a Healthy Divorce”
- Pix11 News “How to Handle Fights With Your Spouse During the Holidays”
- FOX Good Day DC “What to Ask Your Spouse for a Stronger Relationship”
- Katu2 “Questions that Could Save Your Marriage”
- Pix11 News “How to Have a Successful Second Marriage”
- Kristen Farris on the Tamron Hall Show
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Meet Our Dutchess County Divorce Law Firm
Experienced Trial Lawyers & Dedicated Staff
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Dennis R. Vetrano Jr. Founding/Managing Partner & Certified Mediator -
Kristen D. Farris Senior Partner -
Martin S. Butcher Partner -
Karin Antin Associate Attorney -
Christina Olsson Associate Attorney -
Kerri E. Bianchi Passarella Associate Attorney -
Jared DeRosso Of-Counsel Attorney -
Antoinette Williams Of-Counsel Attorney -
Stacy Manes Senior Paralegal & Certified Mediator -
Erika L. Rush Senior Paralegal -
Rose-Ann DiPietro Paralegal -
Alicia Pidala Paralegal
Our Values in Action
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Client-First Philosophy
We treat every client as if they were our own family member or friend. This isn't just our approach to casework—it shapes how we hire, train, and support our team.
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Respect & Dignity
We believe divorce doesn't have to be destructive. Our commitment to respectful, non-adversarial resolutions means working in an environment focused on solutions, not scorched earth tactics.
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Continuous Growth
From mediation training to advanced litigation skills, we invest in your professional development because your growth strengthens our entire team.
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Collaboration Over Competition
We celebrate each other's wins, share knowledge freely, and solve challenges together. Your colleagues are your resources, not your rivals.
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Innovation Welcome
We embrace new ideas and creative approaches. Your voice matters in shaping how we practice and serve our clients.
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Compassion, Communication & Effectiveness