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Robert Adriano Ungaro
also known as Robert A. Ungaro
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Biography
Robert Ungaro is General Counsel to the New York City Police Department Superior Officers Council (NYPD SOC) , and disability counsel to the New York City Police Department Captains Endowment Association (NYPD CEA) , the New York City Police Department Lieutenants Benevolent Association (NYPD LBA) , the New York City Police Department Sergeants Benevolent Association (NYPD SBA) And the New York City Police Department Detectives Endowment Association (NYPD DEA) . 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 10,000 matters worth billions of dollars in recoveries and benefits, 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. 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
6
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
40%
31 years | 3,000 cases
Administrative Law
35%
31 years | 3,000 cases
General Practice
10%
11 years
Appeals
5%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in New York for 33 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Ungaro & Cifuni, Attorneys at Law, LLP
291 Broadway Suite 1400, New York, NY, 10007
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Posted by Marie | July 01, 2014 | Social Security Disability
With Gratitude
My doctor told me to see Mr. Ungaro when I was denied disability by Social Security. Robert is a wonderful lawyer. He never failed to answer my calls and never made me feel rushed. His advice and guidance were spot-on and without his help and his staff's help I would never have received my payment...
Posted by Thomas W. | July 01, 2014 | Family
Robert A Ungaro, A lawyer who gets the job done.
Using Robert Ungaro as my attorney was a very wise decision. From start to finish, Robert was always there to answer any of my questions. He always put me in the right direction with things that affected both my family and myself. I have referred many other friends to him and his firm and everyone h...
Posted by Cliff | June 26, 2014 | Social Security Disability
Great Social Security Disability attorney
Robert Ungaro is a very knowledgeable and caring attorney. When it comes to disability claims, his expertise is unsurpassed. Great follow up and results. Terrific staff as well. I recommend him without reservation.
Posted by Danny | June 23, 2014
Thank You
Rob's a great guy, down to earth but very knowledgeable. He will sit down with you for an hour and tell you if you have a case and what to do. The staff was great and I will refer my friends as I was referred to him.
Posted by David | June 22, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements
Robert Ungaro is a knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer.
Robert Ungaro is a knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer. Robert reviewed and negotiated two employment contracts and one purchase contract on my behalf. He advised and advocated successfully my interests and was personally involved with the negotiations. While his firm is best known for their accomp...
Robert Adriano Ungaro's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Robert for about 3 years. He is a highly qualified and effective advocate for his clients. I often refer clients to him for assistance in Social Security Disability issues. I trust him and his staff to get the job done."
"I endorse this lawyer.Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Special Achievement Award (Investigative Excellence), NYC Department of Investigation:
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(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
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Founding Partner, Ungaro and Cifuni, Attorneys at Law
1996 - 2010
Founding Partner, Seelig and Ungaro, Attorneys at Law LLP
1986 - 1996
Inspector General, FDNY, NYC Department of Investigation
Associations
2012 - Present
NYPD Sergeants Benevolent AssociationDisability Counsel
2010 - Present
NYPD Leiutenants Benevolent AssociationDisability Counsel
2010 - Present
NYPD Superior Officers CouncilGeneral Counsel
2008 - Present
NYPD Captains Endowment AssociationDisability Counsel
2006 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitMember
2004 - Present
NOSSCR (National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives)Member
2002 - Present
New York Social Security Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
The Municipal Police Benevolent AssociationDisability Counsel
1997 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted
1996 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkMember
1996 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkMember
1992 - Present
United States District Court for the District of New JerseyMember
1990 - Present
The Fraternal Order of PoliceMember
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
1991
New York Law School
Juris Doctori
1981
New York University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
WTC Round Table Discussion
NYPD First Responders Outreach and Education
Publications
2015
New York Law Journal
Richter v. Cardozo
2015
New York Law Journal
In re Seiferheld v. Kelly
2015
The Chief-Leader
Appeal Annuls Decision To Yank Cop’s Pension
2013
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 ROY T. RICHTER, ETC. pet-res, v. RAYMOND KELLY, ETC. Respondents-ap
2013
New York Law Journal
IN RE DIANA TORRES, pet-res, v. RAYMOND KELLY, ETC. Respondents-ap
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
2011
New York Law Journal
In "Troubling" Case, Judges Say Only Board Can Revoke Pension
2011
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
Chief Leader
Police Board Declines To Revoke Disability Pension
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
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
2010
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 Davids v City of New York
2010
New York Law Journal
Matter of Lloyd v Kelly
2010
New York Law Journal
Matter of Seiferheld v Kelly
2010
New York Law Journal
Matter of Walsh v Scopetta
2007
New York Law Journal
Matter of McAdams v. Kelly, 101457/2007
2007
New York Law Journal
Judge Orders Another Look At Police Disability Request
2002
New York Law Journal
In the Matter of FRED SILVER-SMITH
Languages
Italian
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Q&A
Social Security Disability, Vocational Expert, Transferable Skills, Sedentary Work
03 Jul 2014
Q&A
How can i have my check in my name and not have a payee handle my affairs. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder
02 Jul 2014