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Robert William Romano

Licensing Attorney at New York, NY

5.0   92 reviews

also known as Robert W. Romano, Robert Romano

  • Licensed for 24 years
    State NY
    Acquired 1999
    Status
    Currently Registered No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Robert

Learn Robert’s areas of practice.

2
Practice areas
  1. Licensing
    75%
    All matters pertaining to New York State Liquor Authority, including licensing and enforcement.

    18 years

  2. General practice
    25%

    24 years

 

I specialize in helping individuals and businesses with their legal needs. With an emphasis on Restaurant and New York State Liquor Authority matters, I represent clients throughout New York State, providing guidance throughout lease drafting/negotiations, the liquor license application process, enforcement, and/or any other SLA issues. I am dedicated to ensuring that all of my clients are treated promptly and properly, and that their legal needs are met and/or exceeded. 

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Law Offices of Robert W. Romano
7 West 96th St
17D
New York, NY, 10025

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Posted by Katee | September 26, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
My HERO!
Where do I start. I used another expeditor to help me get my liquor license. They helped me get the temp while waiting for the permanent license. They filed it wrong! Blamed it on us! And I couldn’t get my permanent!! My business came to a halt! Had to lay off workers and everything. I was in tears. I found Me. Robert Romano! My Hero! Left a message on the weekend!! And he still called me back at 9:00pm!! Heard my story out, told me it’s not the end of the world, we will be up and running in a month and to. 2 months! With his directions, I got my temp back in 2 months and we were back on track! I was in tears with happiness! With all my heart, thank you Robert and his team!
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Posted by Tanya | August 24, 2023
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The best ever
I apologize for my English. Mr Romano you are truly the best.. I lost my license on Thursday night. I could not sleep all night. Had to close doors to my small business. I was desperate and didn’t know what to do. I found a number of an attorney that I never use for getting a liquor license. Brat. I txt him at 5 AM and asked him to wake up for coffee and call me. He did not know me. his name is Brat. I hope I’m spelling it, right. He called me at 7:30 AM and said he cannot help me but he has a friend who handles license : and he will make sure his friends will call me. I was nervous and stressed. Had no idea what is happening that 30 minutes was like a year and that’s when my phone rings. Mr Romano took the time to listen to me and calm me down. And took care of my problem within 10 days and my small business was reopened . This man is truly the best, and I would highly recommend him to everyone out there. He is a miracle worker. Even after he got my liquor license back, he continue to check on me and help me with a few other things that were missing.. god bless his soul and his family. He really is the best . Make the long story short I owe a lot to this man. Hire him don’t even think twice.
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Posted by Hoober | August 22, 2023
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OnTheRocks
Couldn’t have done it without Mr. Romano and his team. I had a dream, to have my own liquor store and he made it possible, his knowledge, experience and his team find every way to allow me to reach my goal. Now I am happy to let everyone know about the newly established liquor store in the heart of Brentwood, where so many said is impossible, Mr Romano found the way. On the meeting day a particular comment made by one of the board members after the unanimous vote was “He hit the jackpot” and it really felt like one of the lottery winners walking away after collecting the winnings. I recommend Mr Romano and his team. Waste no time with anyone else trying to get or transfer a liquor license. This is the firm to go to. Sincerely, Hoober
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Posted by Jacquie | August 17, 2023
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Restaurateur
Mr. Romano provides excellent, efficient, accurate, and timely service. We have benefited from his counsel for the better part of 15 years as we have grown from 1 to 3 stores (liquor license help) and especially as we have navigated multiple challenges especially the pandemic. Mr. Romano’s counsel has always been calming in tense times and helpful while I focus on business development and management. We highly recommend his service.
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Posted by Diana Beharry | June 28, 2023
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Very knowledgeable and helpful
Robert is a very kind and amazing person. He’s also an awesome lawyer. If you have any problems, he will go above and beyond to help you.
Posted by Yajaira | May 10, 2023
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Restauranteur
Mr. Robert Romano is extremely easy to work with but He means business. He was always available to answer questions or concerns and Most importantly he gets those results! Thank you Mr. Romano!
Posted by Jesse | April 7, 2023
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The Jugg
Bob is a great quick efficient lawyer! Great work! As fast as possible with the task at hand. Stops in once and while has a bite to eat and sees how things are going.
Posted by Bing | December 26, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Second to none!
We started to apply a liquor license for our new restaurant Kinha Sushi in Garden City, Long Island on 01/05/2022, with an expeditor and it ends up a big mass. On 11/11/2022 later afternoon, with desperation and anxiety, we found Bob on internet (we are very lucky), Bob dissolved our problem in a matter of days, and we got our temporary license on 11/24/2022. His professionalism and care for his client is second to none!
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Posted by Steven | December 5, 2022
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Rock Solid Lawyer!
I had a problem with my liquor license, and Robert got the job done. Period When you hire a lawyer, you just want them to fix the problem , and that he did. Fast, efficiently, and was a great value for the dollar. He clearly explained the process and ramifications every step of the way and it was definitely a bonus that he was a real straightforward nice guy to deal with. I sincerely hope to never have to work with him again, because no one wants problems, but when they come up, you want the best person for the job and for my situation Robert was It. I would definitely work with him again and have referred him to several of my colleagues.
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Posted by Jacqueline | November 18, 2022
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Liquor License
Robert was so amazing to work with on obtaining a liquor license for our space in Cold Spring. Everything went smoothly and much faster than we expected. I would highly recommend his services. Stellar.
Posted by Robert and Ann | November 11, 2022
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Highly Recommended
We do not even know where to begin. If there was an opportunity to give ten stars, we would. Mr. Romano was not only professional, honest, attentive; but willing to take on our case at literally the last second. We started the application process with a different representative that failed to represent us properly and professionally. Within minutes of speaking to Mr. Romano, we felt we finally had a chance of having the matter handled appropriately. We spoke at length late in the evening and very early the next day (before business hours) received a call from him asking further questions and preparing us for the hearing which was taking place that day. Dealing with the SLA application process is not an easy one. Our biggest regret is that we did not hire Mr. Romano in the beginning of the process. Do not make the same mistake we did, hire Mr. Romano immediately. Do not look further, he is kind, accomplished and very knowledgeable. Our dreams are being realized because of his dedication! All thanks to Mr. Romano.
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Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2022
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Liquor license attorney
I hired Bob to help me get my liquor license. Initially I had applied myself, but that resulted in a mess. Bob reapplied for me and it all worked out. Very grateful.
Posted by Joe | February 28, 2022
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Forged Iron Golf, LLC-Owner
I would give Bob six stars if it were an option. Working with Bob was an incredibly simple, easy and enjoyable process. He did exactly what he said he would do, perhaps even more. He explained the process in which I would be involved and what to expect during the process. He took care of everything so fast as he managed the process. All I had to do was provide the required information and he took the reigns from there. I would use Bob for any and all of his services.
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Posted by Rajbir | January 28, 2022
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Highly Recommend!
Mr. Romano was an extremely attentive lawyer who made sure every step of the process was understandable and easy. Even with the lengthened legal process due to COVID-19, we felt easily accommodated and assured that everything would be alright.
Posted by deisy | January 25, 2022
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Manager
Excellent service and communication, very recommend , he take my case and his working really fast and the results are amazing thank you so much for a great job!
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2022
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Great Job
Bob (Robert) is well-versed in the state liquor laws and after much deliberation, was able to put our case to rest.
Posted by Welwin & Mohan | December 7, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
One of a Kind!
Bob was referred to us by one of our good friends and we couldn’t be more excited with the end results. We were in the process of buying an existing liquor store and needed assistance in obtaining licensing with the SLA and review our commercial lease. We consulted with multiple lawyers and not one had the ability to do both. From our first initial consultation with Bob, we knew he was well versed and knowledgeable in both fields. The communication was excellent between us and he did not hesitate on answering any of the questions we had - trust me, we ask A LOT of questions. Patient, knowledgeable, professional and experienced would sum up Bob in a nutshell. He was able to negotiate our commercial lease as well as obtain licensing for us in a timely manner. He would give us honest feedback, consistently follow up with the necessary parties and would always answer our calls. What sets him apart is how personable he is, at times it seems like you are talking an old time friend! We HIGHLY recommend Bob to anyone seeking an attorney! Will continue to reach out to him in the future!
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Posted by Erin | October 15, 2021
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Erin Ellis
I own a small restaurant in upstate New York and Bob assisted us in getting our liquor license. He is friendly, honest and will get the job done! We had a few obstacles to hurdle in the permitting and Bob was able to resolve the issues for us. His assistant Claudia was super friendly, timely and thorough. We are opening a new business next summer and will use him again!
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Posted by Cristian | September 23, 2021
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Thank you for everything
First and foremost, I want to thank Mr. Romano for the tremendous work that he did. The great communication, the professionalism & his dedication to his work is top notch. We always felt respected and taken care of when it came to asking questions and any concerns we had. Would recommend to anybody in need of a good lawyer. Thank you so much for everything Mr. Romano.
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Posted by Jersom | August 20, 2021
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Owner
Robert Romano is hands down one of the top liquor attorneys around. He is incredibly knowledgeable and professional. He was extremely patient with all my questions and concerns. He was also very honest from the beginning on how the process will be. With his help and guidance I was able to obtain my liquor license. I don’t think I could have done it without him honestly. Best of the best !
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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
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AVVO RATING 7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

  • Sole Practitioner
  • Robert W. Romano, Esq.
  • 2006 - Present
  • Associate
  • Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, PC
  • 1999 - 2006
  • Owner
  • Robert Romano Realty
  • 1995 - 1999
  • Real Estate Broker
  • Garrick Aug Associates
  • 1992 - 1995
  • VP Real Estate
  • Coco Holding Corp.
  • 1987 - 1992
  • Director of Loft Sales
  • Helmsley Spear, Inc.
  • 1981 - 1987
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Education

  • New York Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1998
  • New York University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1980
  • Bronx High School of Science
  • HS
  • 1976

Legal Cases

  • Liquor License Applications
  • While I cannot state with certainty future rates of success, in the past, I have a high approval rate with the cases I have brought before the Board.

Associations

  • New York State Bar
  • 1999 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Recognition Award
  • Burn Advocates Assn
  • 2005

Attorney endorsements

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Licensing Attorney | Feb 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Bob was an invaluable asset on a project we were handling involving the state liquor authority. He was responsive, organized and exceeded our expectations with the results. High recommended."
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New York Licensing Lawyer Robert William Romano
Robert William Romano
Licensing Attorney
New York, NY
Licensed for 24 years
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