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Robert Adriano Ungaro
- New York, NY
- Licensed for 26 years
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About Robert
Robert Ungaro is General Counsel to the New York City Police Department Superior Officers Council (NYPD SOC) http://nypdsoc.com, and disability counsel to the New York City Police Department Captains Endowment Association (NYPD CEA) www.nypdcea.org, the New York City Police Department Lieutenants Benevolent Association (NYPD LBA) http://www.nypd-lba.org, and the New York City Police Department Sergeants Benevolent Association (NYPD SBA) http://members.sbanyc.org/. He entered private practice following a distinguished career in public service which began at the New York County District Attorneys' Office, culminating at the NYC Department of Investigation. He was appointed, during the Giuliani administration, to head the office of the NYC Fire Department Inspector General during the tenure of Commissioner Howard Safir. He retired in 1996, to form the law firm of Seelig & Ungaro where he practiced law for thirteen years, devoting his attention between complex disability litigation and civil service issues. In January 2010, Mr. Ungaro formed his current law firm, Ungaro & Cifuni. He is a seasoned advocate, having successfully represented clients in well over 4000 matters, many of which concerned NYC police officers and firefighters injured or disabled in the performance of duty. His articles on disability issues are regularly published in Bar Association, Police and Firefighting publications.
His offices are located at 291 Broadway, Suite 1400, and he can be reached at 212 766-5800. His memberships include the state, appellate, and federal courts of this jurisdiction, the Supreme Court of the United States, New York County Lawyers Assoc., New York Social Security Bar Assoc., National Organization of Social Security Claims Representatives, and the Fraternal Order of Police.
Practice areas
- Social security: 40%
Assiting disabled workers obtain disability benefits.
25 years, 3,000 cases
- Administrative law: 35%
Assiting civil servants obtain disability pensions
25 years, 3,000 cases
- General practice: 10%
The General Practice of Law
5 years
- Appeals: 5%
Appealing adverse decisions to higher Courts
5 years
- Personal injury: 5%
Assisting persons injured as the result of negligence by others
5 years
- Real estate: 5%
Assist clients with real property transactions
5 years
Languages spoken
Italian
Photos and videos
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY | Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday | 1993 | 12/06/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Special Achievement Award (Investigative Excellence) | NYC Department of Investigation: | N/A |
| (Dedication to Duty and Investigative Excellence) | FDNY Bureau of Fire Investigations | N/A |
| Appreciation Award (Outstanding Legal Services) | Fraternal Order of Police | N/A |
| Legal Serices Award | The Municipal Police Benevolent Association | N/A |
| Faithful and Dedicated Service | New York County District Attorney's Office | N/A |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Founding Partner | Ungaro and Cifuni, Attorneys at Law | 2010 - Present |
| Founding Partner | Seelig and Ungaro, Attorneys at Law LLP | 1996 - 2010 |
| Inspector General, FDNY | NYC Department of Investigation | 1986 - 1996 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NYPD Sergeants Benevolent Association | Disability Counsel | 2012 - Present |
| NYPD Leiutenants Benevolent Association | Disability Counsel | 2010 - Present |
| NYPD Superior Officers Council | General Counsel | 2010 - Present |
| NYPD Captains Endowment Association | Disability Counsel | 2008 - Present |
| United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit | Member | 2006 - Present |
| NOSSCR (National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives) | Member | 2004 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| New York Social Security Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| The Municipal Police Benevolent Association | Disability Counsel | 1999 - Present |
| United States Supreme Court | Admitted | 1997 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Southern District of New York | Member | 1996 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York | Member | 1996 - Present |
| United States District Court for the District of New Jersey | Member | 1992 - Present |
| The Fraternal Order of Police | Member | 1990 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New York Law Journal | Richter v. Cardozo | 2015 |
| The Chief-Leader | Appeal Annuls Decision To Yank Cop’s Pension | 2015 |
| New York Law Journal | In re Seiferheld v. Kelly | 2015 |
| La Sotto Voce - The official newsletter of the FDNY COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION | First Zadroga Filing Period Closing October 3, 2013, and Failure to Register May Result in Denial of Claims | 2013 |
| New York Law Journal | IN RE DIANA TORRES, pet-res, v. RAYMOND KELLY, ETC. Respondents-ap | 2013 |
| New York Law Journal | IN RE ROY T. RICHTER, ETC. pet-res, v. RAYMOND KELLY, ETC. Respondents-ap | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Leader | Court: Police Surgeon Wrongly Denied ‘Heart Bill’ Disability Pension. | 2012 |
| Chief-Leader | Victory for Captains Union Mayor Not Your Governor, Judge Tells Police Fund. | 2012 |
| Brooklyn Barrister (see pages 5 and 10), the official publication of the Brooklyn Bar Association | Zadroga Act Reopens the Victims Compensation Fund of 2001, | 2012 |
| Captains Endowment Association Bulletin - The official publication of the Captains Endowment Association, Police Department, City of New York "Managing the FINEST" | Three Quarters and Span of Time. | 2011 |
| Captains Endowment Association Bulletin - The official publication of the Captains Endowment Association, Police Department, City of New York "Managing the FINEST" | World Trade Center Illness | 2011 |
| NYPD Lieutenants Benevolent Association NEWS magazine | The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act (Zadroga Bill) | 2011 |
| FDNY Columbia Association Newsletter | Retirees' Corner | 2011 |
| New York Post | Brawl-beaten fireman in new pension bid | 2011 |
| Captains Endowment Association Bulletin - The official publication of the Captains Endowment Association, Police Department, City of New York "Managing the FINEST" | The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act | 2011 |
| Chief Leader | Police Board Declines To Revoke Disability Pension | 2011 |
| New York Law Journal | In the Matter of the Application of Patricia Brenes, Petitioner v. Raymond Kelly, as the Police Commissioner of the City of New York, Respondents, 101582/11 | 2011 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of Seiferheld v. Kelly, No. 84 | 2011 |
| Brooklyn Barrister the official publication of the Brooklyn Bar Association | "Social Security Disability: What every lawyer should know," | 2011 |
| New York Law Journal | In "Troubling" Case, Judges Say Only Board Can Revoke Pension | 2011 |
| Chief-Leader | Court Sends Disability Spat Back to P.D. Pension Fund | 2010 |
| Captains Endowment Association Bulletin - The official publication of the Captains Endowment Association, Police Department, City of New York "Managing the FINEST" | When Is A Disability Accidental | 2010 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of Walsh v Scopetta | 2010 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of Seiferheld v Kelly | 2010 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of Lloyd v Kelly | 2010 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of Davids v City of New York | 2010 |
| New York Law Journal | Judge Orders Another Look At Police Disability Request | 2007 |
| New York Law Journal | Matter of McAdams v. Kelly, 101457/2007 | 2007 |
| New York Law Journal | In the Matter of FRED SILVER-SMITH | 2002 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| New York Law School | Juris Doctori | 1991 |
| New York University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1981 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| WTC Round Table Discussion | NYPD First Responders Outreach and Education | 2013 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Merlotto v. Bratton | Faverable To Client |
| Cruz v. Kelly | Favorable to Client |
| Richter and Dann v. Kelly | favorable |
| Torres v. Kelly | Favorable to Client |
| Betancourt v. Kelly | 2012 NY Slip Op 30510(U) |
| James Seiferheld v. Raymond Kelly | faverable to client |
|---|---|
| Richter and Dann v. Kelly | Faverable to Client |
| Gorczynski v. Kelly | Faverable to Client |
| Richter v. Kelly | Faverable to Client |
A great lawyer
Posted by RK
Mon Aug 04 2014
Top notch disability lawyer ! A++
Posted by Chris
Fri Jul 18 2014
Attorney endorsements
(8)Nataliya Gavlin, Immigration Attorney on Mar 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience.
Bruce Bronster, Foreclosure Attorney on Jul 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Robert on many matters over the last two decades. He is an extremely capable attorney who is devoted to his clients and who maintains an unmatched success rate in the area of disability law. His legal acumen is respected by his allies and adversaries alike.
Michael Kalmus, Administrative law Attorney on Jun 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Robert Ungaro is a smart, highly competent and very aggressive advocate. He is responsive, reliable and gets excellent results for his clients. Equally important, he is an honest, forthright "tell it like it is" gentleman. A great colleague and a great lawyer.
Daniel Jaffe, Social security Attorney on Jun 30, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have the utmost respect for Robert Ungaro. He is undoubtedly one of the most talented and intelligent disability attorneys in the region. He is dedicated to his clients and to securing their financial futures. Mr. Ungaro has a impressive legal mind and it is an honor to have him as a mentor.
Eric Kuperman, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Steven Epstein, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 13, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked alongside Mr. Ungaro for over 10 years and had many opportunities to see the quality of his work. He is a dedicated attorney and highly skilled in his advocacy. A client with Mr. Ungaro on his side will be well situated to get the best possible outcome.
Michael Sheena, Real estate Attorney on Oct 25, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Working with Robert has been a pleasure. His professionalism, diligence and concern for each and every client is unmatched. His growth as an attorney is not only related to his success rate but to his attention to detail and his tireless efforts on behalf of his clients.
Raymond Radow, Litigation Attorney on Oct 25, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Robert is an assiduous and tireless advocate for individuals who have become disabled and are no longer able to work. The fact that his firm represents 3 different NYPD unions stands as testament to his outstanding abilities.
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