Two Attorneys. Real Answers. Your Interests First.
At Vanderwoude & Roma, PLLC, you will always speak directly with Neil or Gerald — not a paralegal, not a case manager, and not whoever happens to be available. That is not how most firms operate. It is how we do.
Serving Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.
Putting your interests first.
Our office sits on the Putnam-Dutchess border in Stormville, NY, which puts us at the center of the communities we serve. Clients come to us from across Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties, often during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We take that seriously.
We built this firm around a straightforward idea: the people who trust us with their legal matters deserve honest counsel, direct access to their attorneys, and a strategy built around their actual priorities — not around what closes fastest or generates the most fees. That standard applies whether we are guiding a client through a divorce, drafting a will, or representing them at a closing.
What You Can Expect When You Work With Us
Every client relationship at this firm starts with a real conversation. Jerry Roma handles most initial consultations by phone, and those conversations are where we learn what is actually at stake for you. We ask questions. We listen to the full picture. And then we tell you what we honestly think — including the parts that may be difficult to hear.
That kind of candor is not always comfortable, but it is what good legal counsel requires. Clients who come to us with unrealistic expectations leave those conversations with a clearer understanding of where they stand and what their options actually are. That clarity is the foundation of every decision we make together.
A Firm That Stays With You Through What Comes Next
Experienced. Responsive. Reliable.
Many of our clients first come to us for a divorce or family court matter. Some of those same clients return when they need to update a will, establish a trust, or handle a real estate closing. That continuity is not a coincidence — it is one of the reasons we practice across multiple areas of law.
When the same attorneys who handled your divorce also know your financial situation, your family structure, and your priorities, the work that follows is better and faster. You do not have to re-explain your life to someone new. We already know the context.
Our practice covers matrimonial and family law, wills and trusts, residential real estate, and construction law matters.
Meet the Attorneys
Our Team
Neil VanderWoude and Gerald Joseph Roma each bring decades of legal experience to the firm, and each has a distinct focus within the practice. Together, they cover the full range of matters the firm handles — and they collaborate directly on cases where both perspectives add value.
Neil's practice centers on matrimonial and family law, with deep experience handling divorce, custody, support, and the full range of domestic relations matters that bring clients to this firm. He brings a measured, strategic approach to cases that are rarely simple — and an honest perspective on what clients can realistically expect at every stage.
Jerry's practice spans matrimonial law, estate planning, real estate, and construction matters. He handles most initial client consultations personally and is the primary point of contact for clients navigating the early stages of a legal matter. His approach is direct, practical, and grounded in what clients actually need — not what sounds reassuring.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Firm
Where is your office, and what areas do you serve?
Our office is located at 103 Old Route 52 in Stormville, NY, on the border of Putnam and Dutchess Counties. We serve clients throughout Putnam County, Dutchess County, and Westchester County.
Do you handle cases outside of family law?
Yes. In addition to matrimonial and family law, we assist clients with estate planning — including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare proxies — as well as residential real estate closings and select construction law matters. Many clients work with us across more than one of these areas over time.
How do I get started?
Call us at 845-225-6686 or use the contact form on our website to request a consultation. Jerry handles most initial conversations by phone, and we will make sure you leave that call with a clear sense of where things stand.