Galen J Criscione

Galen J Criscione

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Litigation, Employment & Labor

250 Park Ave. 7th Floor, New York, NY

About Galen

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 8 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2017

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 12 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2013

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2013

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 14 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2011

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 16 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Galen J Criscione

250 Park Ave. 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10177

Criscione Ravala, LLP

110 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

Law Offices of Galen J Criscione

2001 Route 46, Suite 310, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

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Galen J Criscione's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by VICTIM | October 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

NO WORDS CAN DISCRIBE THIS PERSON

Review of Attorney Galen Criscione / Criscione Ravala, LLP I hired attorney Galen Criscione to represent me in a defamation lawsuit after I spoke out about poor dental work. By the time he became my attorney, it was too late to file a dental malpractice claim. I paid him a flat fee of $20,000 for... representation in two cases. After receiving payment, he went on vacation and I didn’t hear from him for about a month. He had promised to come to Florida to meet with me but never did. Over the next eight months, he did no meaningful discovery — he never reviewed the ledgers, notes, or other evidence in the case, and he did not perform the basic groundwork any competent attorney would do. At one point, a Florida judge gave him two weeks to revise a motion he had filed. He refused to make the revisions, and the judge sanctioned us about $6,000, most of which I had to pay. When I asked him why he didn’t fix it, he told me he “wasn’t worried about the sanctions,” which clearly showed he wasn’t acting in my best interest. When I later filed for binding arbitration in New York under his own written contract, the arbitrator awarded me $10,000. His agreement specifically states: “You waive your right to a de novo review of the fee dispute arbitration panel’s decision, which you agree shall be final and binding.” Despite that, he refused to pay anything, offered me $1,000 instead of the $10,000 award, and then filed a lawsuit against me — violating his own contract. He’s even claimed that he “spent more money than he was paid,” despite the fact that he agreed to a flat fee and did little to no substantive work. Because he took the $20,000 I needed for legal representation, I was forced to represent myself (pro se) for over a year while dealing with this ongoing defamation case, which has now dragged on for two years. I’m a 67-year-old first responder and former employee of the New York Supreme Court. I’ve always tried to do what’s right, but this experience has been devastating. I’m sharing my story so that others can make an informed decision before hiring this attorney.

Posted by BH | May 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hire this guy.

Best lawyer I have had experience with. Keeps his word. Handled 2 issues for me. Saw someone left him a negative review. Maybe some situations have mitigating circumstances. Seems like that client didn’t lose funds or a retainer, at least. From what I know, Galen is an honest guy and one of the... better options out there. Reasonable, honest, hungry, efficient and an excellent negotiator. Did an excellent job for me. -B

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Stay away

BEWARE: Galen Criscione took my case…conducted no research…sporadically responded to emails, never responded to calls. Several weeks with no progress he then sends an email stating he can no longer take the case with no explanation. The experience was very disappointing and unprofessional. I’m sharin...g so others are aware before retaining him going forward. BE CAREFUL WITH THIS ONE.

Posted by Lisa | July 17, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Top Notch

Mr Criscione was BY FAR thee best attorney I consulted with and went the extra mile. I dropped the ball after all his efforts ( we talked for over 1/2 hour and didn't charge). Extremely rare work ethic in my experience. Would recommend with complete satisfaction!! Mr Criscione is a diamond in th...e rough.

Posted by Client | June 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Impressive Attorney!

After speaking with over twenty different attorneys who told me I had no case, I finally found Attorney Criscione to help me with my legal matter. He has proved to be diligent and very responsive. He is without a doubt a great attorney, but more importantly, he is a caring human being.

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Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

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Litigation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the hardest workers I know"

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Merium Malik

Unknown lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Galen is a great lawyer, and practices with integrity and compassion"

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Sahar Barghout

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in legal community."

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Douglas Borthwick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 14

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"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Benjamin Kuipers

Internet lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Criscione's reputation proceeds him in the legal community. His clients will be happy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Cobb

Unknown lawyer | Dec 03

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"Mr. Criscione is an active Avvo contributor and asset to the legal community."

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Thomas Verrastro

Litigation lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Aug 14

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"Excellent attorney. Mr. Criscione continues to provide valuable advice on Avvo each time that he responds to a question. Although I have been licensed and practicing for 24 years, including time spent as a judge and magistrate, I continually learn from his answers about different aspects of the law. I would recommend him to everyone."

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M. Miller

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dewitt Liu

Internet lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I gladly endorse Galen as a talented, professional, and dedicated member of the legal profession. He has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advocating for the best interests of his clients. Furthermore, Galen has gained a wealth of experience and expertise across practice areas first as a solo practitioner and now as a partner at his current firm. I would have no hesitation in recommending Galen to prospective clients."

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Michael Harman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

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"I endorse Galen. He is a great choice for representation and is highly respected in the legal community."

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Christopher Vauthy

Business lawyer | Feb 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Angie Smith

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Salim Sheikh

Business lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A very competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Anton Reinert

Litigation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Criscione is effective in representing clients."

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Nicholas Gounaris

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Criscione is a tremendous advocate for his clients in and out of the courtroom."

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Peggy Raddatz

Business lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jayson Lutzky

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, New York Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2016

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

10 Best Ciient Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, New York Super Lawyers

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

Rising Star, New York Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Criscione Ravala, LLP

2009 - 2012

Solo Practitioner, Galen J. Criscione, Esq.

2008 - 2010

Team Leader - Asbestos Litigation, Paradocs Motion Support, Inc.

2007 - 2007

Summer Associate Internship, AIG

Associations

2014 - Present

United States District Court for Eastern District of Michigan

Member

2013 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of New York

Member

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

2011 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2011 - Present

United States District Court for the District of New Jersey

Member

2011 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Member

2010 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

Member

2010 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

September 11 Victim Compensation Fund

Excellent

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Education

2008

Hofstra University School of Law

2000

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Actors Pro Expo

Entertainment Law

2013

Small Business Expo

Social Media Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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