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also known as Robert W. Romano, Robert Romano
I specialize in assisting individuals and businesses with their legal requirements, focusing on matters related to New York Alcohol Beverage Control Law (“ABCL”). With a particular emphasis on Tavern/Restaurant and New York State Liquor Authority (“SLA”) affairs, I offer legal representation to clients across the state. My services encompass comprehensive support in lease drafting and negotiations, navigating the liquor license application process, addressing enforcement issues, and handling any other SLA-related matters. I am committed to ensuring that my clients receive prompt and thorough attention, and I strive to exceed their legal needs and expectations.
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Acquired: 1999
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7 West 96th St, New York, NY, 10025
121 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 33 reviews | Advocacy
Posted by Brandon | October 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Most caring lawyer in SLA
Over the years, I must dealt with at least ten attorneys. Mr. Romano is different. He helped me with my last two cases in SLA. By the way, we won the cases. Mr. Romano didn't want to settle for reduced fine because he believed that I had a fair Fight. He fought hard and got it dismissed at the end. I...
Posted by Sophie | July 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Licensing
Honestly, a truely knowledgeable and great lawyer. A Gem.
Best lawyer experience I've ever encountered. He's a heaven sent. We only had 2 months to open our bar and we had a situation that required a SLA hearing. We've called around a lot and only Bob was confident and knowledgeable enough to truly understand our situation. Bob gave us a thorough free consu...
Posted by Jim | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | State, Local And Municipal Law
Liquor License
WOW, Bob and his team made this process incredibly simple. Working with the state of NY is not the easiest thing to do. Bob, made the calls and even had to extend our dates due to construction. Could not have done it without him.
Posted by Jeffrey | September 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Licensing
Huge assistance with SLA license
While opening a restaurant in a particularly difficult New York City community Board, Bob was instrumental in helping us obtain both a Temporary License as well as a subsequent Full Alcoholic Beverage license while helping navigate the process. He was both diligent and followed up on many things to m...
Posted by Dave | September 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
Wine Store Application
We had an inexplicably difficult time obtaining a wine store license for our resort property on Seneca Lake, and Bob successfully represented us in two SLA hearings to get an initial denial reversed.
"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."
General practice lawyer
2005
Recognition Award, Burn Advocates Assn
2006 - Present
Sole Practitioner, Robert W. Romano, Esq.
1999 - 2006
Associate, Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, PC
1995 - 1999
Owner, Robert Romano Realty
1992 - 1995
Real Estate Broker, Garrick Aug Associates
1987 - 1992
VP Real Estate, Coco Holding Corp.
1981 - 1987
Director of Loft Sales, Helmsley Spear, Inc.
1999 - Present
New York State Bar
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.
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BS - Bachelor of Science
1976
HS
English
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