Charles R. Streich has been practicing law in Mineola, New York since 1992. In addition to his legal education and experience, he brings to his practice of law a lengthy history of professional life experiences as an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. This diverse background adds unique dimensions as he works to advocate for the legal rights and protections of his clients. Each new client is treated with respect for her or his individuality and their particular values and goals. A diligent effort is made in the pursuit of the client's goals to work in a manner that respects both legal rights and human values.

In September, 2001, Streich was honored as Pro Bono Attorney of the Month by Nassau Lawyer.

Streich is a member of the Nassau County Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

Family Information

Streich is married to Gail Crampton Streich who has a psychotherapy practice. His son is an attorney in Louisville, Kentucky. His two daughters are in the education field in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He has four granddaughters who also live in Chapel Hill.

Areas of Practice

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Estate Planning
• Trusts
• Wills
• Family Law
• Child Support
• Custody & Visitation
• Divorce
• Real Estate Law

Bar Admissions

• New York, 1992

Education

• City University of New York School of Law at Queens College, Flushing, New York, 1991
  Juris Doctor
  
  
• University of Chicago, Divinity School, Chicago, Illinois, 1969
  Master of Arts
  
  
• Hamma School of Theology, Springfield, Ohio, 1961
  Master of Divinity
  
  
• University of Erlangen, Erlangen, Germany
  Fulbright Student
  
  
• Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio, 1958
  Bachelor of Arts
  
  

Professional Associations and Memberships

• Family and Children's Association, Mineola, New York, 2003 - Present
  Member of Executive Committee and Board of Directors
  
  
• Seafarers and International House, New York, New York, 1995 - 2003
  Includes Member, Board of Directors, Executive Committee
  
  
• New York State Bar Association
  
  
• Nassau County Bar Association
  
  
• National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc.
  
  

Past Employment Positions

• Main Street Legal Services, Flushing, New York, Legal Intern, 1990
• Nassau County Legal Aid Society, Family Court Bureau, Hempstead, New York, Summer Intern, 1989
• Bishop's Staff, Metropolitan New York Synod of the Lutheran Church of America, 1981 - 1988
• St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, Howard Beach, New York, Part-time Pastor, 1979 - 1984
• Lutheran Theological Seminary, Department of Practical Theology, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Faculty Member, Director of Internships, 1969 - 1978
• Faith Lutheran Church, Joliet, Illinois, Pastor, 1965 - 1969
• Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland, Ohio, Assistant Pastor, 1961 - 1964

Pro Bono Activities

• Volunteer Lawyers Project -- Working with matrimonial clients