New York—July 23, 2026—For the sixth consecutive year, Chambers High Net Worth has recognized Krauss Shaknes Tallentire & Messeri LLP as a highly regarded firm for Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth in New York. Additionally, founding partners Caroline Krauss, Valentina Shaknes, Heidi Tallentire, and Jordan Messeri were ranked as top-tier lawyers for Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth in New York, and partner Malissa Osei was once again recognized in the “Up and Coming” band.

Clients and peers remarked that the firm is “one of the larger boutique matrimonial law firms in New York, which gives the firm the necessary breadth to handle all aspects of family law practice from pre- and postnuptial agreements to divorce negotiation and trial, yet the firm is small enough to provide every client the personal attention.” Additionally, the lawyers are “savvy, commercial, strategic and know how to get things done” and “handle highly complex matrimonial and family law matters with personal attention and care.”

This is the sixth consecutive year that Caroline has been recognized as a top-tier lawyer by Chambers, and the third year that she is ranked in Band 1. In their feedback, clients noted that Caroline is “a fierce advocate with compassion. She helps people through some of the most difficult situations in their lives with respect and understanding.” Peers added that Caroline is a “very experienced litigator, a tough adversary but someone you can settle a case with.”

Valentina has been recognized by Chambers for five consecutive years, with peers noting that she is “very multifaceted and versatile” and someone who “can settle and try cases with equal skill.”

Additionally, Heidi was recognized for the fourth consecutive year, with clients noting that she is an “intelligent, thoughtful and empathetic advocate. She handles complex, high net worth cases and will know your file better than anyone.” Peers added that Heidi is “an exceptional lawyer. She is highly skilled in family law and a passionate advocate for her clients.”

Clients commented that Jordan “stands out as the best for his amazing ability to engender the trust of all parties involved and to be thoughtful, creative, responsive and honest with his clients. Jordan knows how to get the job done!” Others added that he is a “true professional with integrity, empathy and genuine care for the client’s best interest.”

For the third consecutive year, Malissa has been recognized by Chambers as an Up and Coming attorney, with clients and peers noting that she is an “outstanding lawyer” who is “knowledgeable and always well prepared.”

Chambers rankings are based on extensive interviews with lawyers and clients, as well as other independent research. KSTM’s complete Chambers rankings are available here.