Staten Island, NY Lawyers

Elder Law

1493 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA

Area of Practice: Elder Law & Estate Planning Annamarie Gulino Gentile is a founder and Supervising Partner at the law firm of Angiuli & Gentile, LLP. In addition to overseeing all areas of the firm's practice, Ms. Gentile is the firm's lead attorney in the Estate Planning and Elder Law division. She counsels families on how to plan their estates to achieve their personal goals with an eye toward preserving assets for the benefit of future generations. Her estate planning work includes drafting documents such as Wills, Trusts (revocable and irrevocable), Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Family Agreements to protect her clients while they are alive and their loved ones' inheritance once they die. In connection with planning their estates, Ms. Gentile advises clients on business succession issues, charitable gifting, probate and administration matters, trust administration and related litigation. Additionally, she is well versed in assisting non-traditional couples and families including single parent households, same sex couples and those living with domestic partners with regard to their unique planning needs. As a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Ms. Gentile has access to resources to assist clients with even the most complicated issues that occur in the ever-changing area of elder law. And as a United States Department of Veteran's Affairs Accredited Attorney, she is authorized to counsel veterans regarding their eligibility for non-service-connected (NSC) pension, often referred to as "Aid and Attendance", which could provide monetary assistance for those veterans of limited financial means whose unreimbursed medical expenses are outpacing their income. Dedicated to being an active member of the community, Ms. Gentile is a Past Chair of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce. She served as Chair of the Community Agency for Senior Citizens (CASC) where she remains a Board member, and she presently serves on the Board of Directors of Meals on Wheels of Staten Island, Inc. In addition, she is an avid volunteer for many causes involving the elderly and special needs population and offers frequent informational seminars to the public in the area of elder law. Ms. Gentile is a magna cum laude graduate of the State University of New York at Albany and received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Brooklyn Law School in 1982. She was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1983 and in New Jersey in 1986, as well as to the U.S. District Court of New Jersey, the U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York and the U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, in 1986. She was admitted to practice law before the U.S. Supreme Court in 1988.

Elder Law

900 South Avenue, Suite 401, Staten Island, NY 10314

Anthony J. Lamberti, Esq. joined Armstrong & Lamberti, PLLC as partner in 2011. He focuses on elder law, trusts and estates and guardianship cases. Mr. Lamberti is a lifelong Brooklyn resident who received his Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School in 1990. Mr. Lamberti received his undergraduate degree from John Jay College, where he played baseball for the legendary coach Lou DeMartino and he was elected to the John Jay College Athletics Hall of Fame in 1996. He previously served as a Principal Law Clerk of the New York State Supreme Court, Kings County, to the Honorable Leonard Scholnick and oversaw approximately 1,500 guardianship cases. Mr. Lamberti serves on a number of boards related to guardianship and elder law and he is a frequent lecturer on these issues before bar associations and civic organizations.

Real Estate Law

1493 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA

Gary C. Angiuli is both a founder and the Managing Partner of Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, Attorneys at Law. In addition, he serves as the Supervising Partner of the firm's Business, Franchise, and Real Estate practice groups. A seasoned advisor to entrepreneurs, Mr. Angiuli is experienced in the purchase and sale of franchises, automobile dealerships, and small to midsized businesses and can provide comprehensive legal analysis at all stages of a transaction. His extensive experience and skill set in business formations/corporate structures, acquisitions, negotiations, contract drafting/review, shareholder/partnership agreements, commercial litigation, real estate transactions and drafting/review of complex commercial leases make him uniquely qualified to assist with just about any business transaction, large or small. Mr. Angiuli is also proficient in writing, registering and reviewing Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) for all types of franchised businesses and has advised both franchisors and franchisees in almost every legal aspect of their franchise ventures. He has experience with both start-up ventures and mature franchises and he has advised companies of up to 250 units. As a member of the Richmond County Bar Association, he has served on the Judiciary Committee and the Board of Directors. He is also a member of the New York State Bar Association and has served on the Board of Directors for the New York Workers' Compensation Bar Association. Mr. Angiuli has lectured on the subjects of franchising, commercial leasing, and workers' compensation. Mr. Angiuli is actively involved in the Staten Island Economic Development Corp., where he currently serves on the Board of Directors and various committees. He is a member of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce where he has served on the Board of Directors. Additionally, he currently serves on both the Finance and Executive Committees at the Staten Island Jewish Community Center (JCC). Through the years, Mr. Angiuli's extensive community involvement has included positions on the Board of Directors and/or Advisory Boards of the Saint George Theatre, Luzerne Music Center, Meals on Wheels of Staten Island, the Staten Island YMCA. Additionally, he has served as both Vice President and Board Member at the College of Staten Island Foundation. Mr. Angiuli received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) in 1993 from The American University, Washington College of Law and his Bachelor's Degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A. 1980). He was admitted to practice law to the New York Bar in 1984 and is admitted to practice law before the New York State Supreme Court, the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1985), and the United States Supreme Court (1988).

Criminal Defense Law

Parking lot, 1682 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314, USA

Based in Staten Island, New York, Gary R. DeFilippo has built a successful legal career spanning over two decades. Admitted to practice law in State of New York, Federal District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the United States Supreme Court, he is a former prosecutor, in both trials and appeals, writing and arguing several notable cases, including People v. Farquan Forbes, 283 A.D.2d 92 (2 Dep’t 2001), a precedent setting case in New York State, concerning vehicle stop search and seizure issues and police officer safety. He then started the Law Offices of Gary R. DeFilippo, PC handling both civil and criminal matters and appeals . On March 30, 2023, he overturned a conviction on newly discovered evidence in People v. Timothy Turner, 79 Misc.3d 473, 190 N.Y.S.3d 830 (Rich. Cty Sup. Ct. 3/30/23). One of only a handful of cases where a conviction at the trial court level. We litigate every case as if as if it may end up at the U.S. Supreme Court.

Personal Injury Law

766 Castleton Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310

Mr. Connors is admitted to practice in the State and Federal Courts in the States of New York and New Jersey and the District of Columbia. Mr. Connors is a graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center and Georgetown University College of Arts and Science. Prior to joining Connors & Connors in 1984, Mr. Connors was an Assistant District Attorney assigned to the Supreme Court Trial Bureau of the Kings County District Attorney's Office. Mr. Connors is the immediate past President of the Richmond County Bar Association, a Chair of the Executive Committee of the House of Delegates of the New York State Bar Association, a past chair of the New York State Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section, Chair, appointed by Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman, of the Independent Judicial Election Qualification Commission for the Second Judicial District and a member of the Judicial Screening Committee of the Association of the Bar of the City of New York. He is a member of the New York, New Jersey, and District of Columbia Bar Associations. He earned both his undergraduate and law degree from Georgetown University.

General Practice Law

370 Powell St suite 2, Staten Island, NY 10312, USA

Elder Law

885 Huguenot Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10312

Louis Lepore, Esq., Attorney at Law, is dedicated to helping his clients with all aspects of Estate Planning including Probate and Estate Administration, Elder Law, and Medicaid Asset Protection. With more than ten years of experience as a tax attorney for the State of New York, Louis Lepore has the skills and knowledge to manage the tax implications of any probate, or estate planning matter you bring to him. As a resident of Staten Island for over 30 years, attorney Louis Lepore is highly involved in his community and understands its values and concerns.. Louis Lepore graduated from St. John’s University, earned his Juris Doctorate from the Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and has a LLM in Taxation from Georgetown University Law Center. Louis is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and is intimately involved in the current concerns of our elderly population. Louis speaks fluent Italian, creating an ease of communication for our Italian speaking clients that allows for cross-lingual legal counsel. To learn more about the background and legal skills of Louis Lepore, please visit his attorney profile page, or contact him. To discuss your legal matter regarding estate planning and administration or real estate, contact Louis Lepore at his Staten Island office, or call 718-354-8646. Louis Lepore, Esq. makes sure his clients come first. He will listen and respond quickly to e-mails and is dedicated to handling Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Asset Protection as well as Probate and Estate Administration.. To discuss legal matters regarding Estate Planning, Estate Administration or Real Estate, contact Louis Lepore, Esq. at his Staten Island office call (718) 354-8646.

Real Estate Law

274 Watchogue Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314, USA

Peter Martin, a founding partner of the law firm, graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School in the Oakwood area of Staten Island in 1994. He received his bachelor’s degree from Boston College Wallace E. Carroll School of Management in 1998. After college, Mr. Martin was awarded an academic scholarship to attend New York Law School. While there, he served as an Articles Editor of the New York Law School Journal of Comparative & International Law. Mr. Martin graduated from New York Law School in 2001, achieving his Juris Doctorate, and was admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey the same year. Mr. Martin has extensive experience in residential and commercial real estate transactions in New York and New Jersey, having closed over 5,000 real estate transactions since being admitted to practice in 2001. Mr. Martin’s bar memberships include the State of New York, the State of New Jersey, the United States District Court for the District of New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Mr. Martin is an active member of the Richmond County Bar Association.

Elder Law

1493 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA

Stefanie Lynn DeMario is a Managing Partner for Angiuli & Gentile, LLP. Her areas of concentration include estate planning, probate and estate administration, as well as Medicaid planning and applications. Ms. DeMario assists clients in protecting current assets with an eye towards the future. Her expertise in Medicaid rules and regulations allows for success in both emergency and structured Medicaid planning. Ms. DeMario is admitted to the New York State Bar, the New Jersey Bar and the United States District Court of New Jersey. She received a Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. A St. John’s University alumna, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree while serving as the President of the University’s Moot Court Association and maintaining Dean’s List status. Ms. DeMario serves as the co-chair of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Group as well as the Secretary of the Chamber’s Business Guild III. She is also the Young Lawyer's Section Co-Liaison to the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. Her professional associations also include Richmond County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the New Jersey Bar Association and New York County Lawyers Association.

Immigration Law

27 Admiralty Loop, Staten Island, NY 10309

The Law Offices of Steven Balson-Cohen Esq. P.C. are committed to providing aggressive representation in a cost effective manner. Clients are advised on litigation options including mediation, arbitration, motion practice and trials. As these law offices are a full service firm the client can be assured that Mr. Balson-Cohen will stay with the case through and including any appeal. Most importantly Mr. Balson-Cohen is committed to providing the personal service and attention that every client has a right to expect from their attorney.

Family and Divorce Law

456 Arlene Street, Staten Island, NY 10314

Suzanne De Meyer, Esq. Is One Of The Founding Partners Of Cammarata & De Meyer P.C. Suzanne has been providing excellence in the fields of Matrimonial and Family Law since 2001. What separates Suzanne from other lawyers is her down to earth persona that really shines through from the very first time you meet her. Her understanding of all real-life situations puts the client at ease and comforts them during one of the most difficult times of their lives. Suzanne displays sincere compassion for her clients, that is felt and talked about for years after by whomever she has represented. She receives many referrals from past clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, even from opposing parties. When you hire Suzanne, not only do you hire an attorney, but you gain a friend whose mother-like qualities prevail. She makes her clients feel comfortable immediately. Suzanne fights for her clients like she is fighting for herself and her own family. Suzanne is practical and realistic and she explains the law to her clients in a way that makes them understand and feel empowered. She is an experienced lawyer in settlement negotiations and resolving your case amicably and out of court. Suzanne De Meyer is a skilled lawyer who will provide aggressive trial litigation, if necessary. She is a fighter and will protect your rights at all costs. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from St. John’s University and studying abroad a year in Italy to further enhance her studies and expand her horizons, Suzanne returned home to complete her academic achievements at Brooklyn Law School and obtained a Juris Doctor degree in the year 2000. Suzanne stayed grounded, practicing law at the same law firm, that she interned with during law school. Her eighteen years at Cantor Coscia & Schustal, LLP, provided her with the skills, knowledge, and experience in litigating Matrimonial and Family law matters. After becoming a mother, Suzanne decided the time had come to open up her own practice. She is admitted to both the New York and New Jersey State Bars.