BIOGRAPHY
Byron A. Divins, Jr., Esq., JD/MBA, is a seasoned attorney, accomplished litigator, and retired United States Navy Commander with over twenty years of distinguished military service. He earned his Juris Doctor from Touro Law School in 1996, a Master of Business Administration from Florida State University in 2003, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from SUNY Albany in 1993.
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During his two-decade career in the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General’s Corps, Mr. Divins served in a variety of critical legal roles, including prosecutor, defense counsel, legal assistance officer, and Staff Judge Advocate. His service included sea tours aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and USS Kitty Hawk, as well as overseas assignments in Yokosuka, Japan and Manama, Bahrain. He retired honorably at the rank of Commander.
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Mr. Divins’ exemplary military service was recognized with numerous awards and decorations, including three Meritorious Service Medals, five Navy Commendation Medals, a Joint Service Medal, two Navy Achievement Medals, and various additional commendations.
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Following his retirement from military service, Mr. Divins transitioned to private practice and currently serves as Managing Partner of Capetola Divins, P.C. His practice is focused on litigation, with extensive experience in commercial, matrimonial, and criminal law. He has been recognized for his professional excellence as a New York Super Lawyer from 2024 through 2026.
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Mr. Divins is admitted to practice law in the State of New York, the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. He is an active member of the Nassau County Matrimonial Bar Association and serves as Vice Chairman of the Nassau County Bar Association Grievance Committee (2024–2026), as well as Vice Chairman of its Veterans Committee (2025–2026).
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In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Divins is committed to community service. He serves as a Board Member of the Strohm Foundation and is a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (Albertson Chapter), continuing his longstanding dedication to supporting veterans and the broader community.
EDUCATION
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Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, Huntington, New York
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J.D. - 1996
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Florida State University
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M.B.A. - 2006
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State University of New York, Albany, New York
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B.A. - 1993
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Major: Economics
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PRACTICE AREAS
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Divorce
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Family Law
BAR ADMISSIONS
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New York
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New Jersey
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U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
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U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
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U.S. District Court Northern District of New York
