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Vincent J. Gallo
About Vincent
Biography
Premier Real Estate Attorney in Staten Island.
Real estate closings in Staten Island, the New York Metropolitan Area and in New Jersey.
University of Pennsylvania:
Parents Council: Council Chairman 2008-2012;
Richmond County Bar Association:
Real Estate Committee: Committee Chairman;
Richmond County Bar Association:
Bar Association Liaison to the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR)
St John’s University School of Law Mattone Institute: 2010 - 2020 Real Estate Law Weekend “From Contract to Closing”:
Chairman and Moderator
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Real Estate
100%
43 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in New Jersey for 43 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 43 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Vincent J. Gallo
706 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY, 10310-2507
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Vincent J. Gallo's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
knowledgeable and efficient
Very knowledgeable attorney. The whole process is smooth and easy. Highly recommend.
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very professional
Mr Gallo just closed on my house in Staten island. It was a very smooth ride all the way under his guidance. He gave me sound advice, took care of all the paperwork and negotiations. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint. I appreciate less talk and more results and that's exactly what i...
Posted by Steve | May 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
Mr. Gallo and his team made my house sale very easy for me. No hiccups, very personable staff that guided me through the process without incident. I would highly recommend his services to anyone selling a home.
Posted by Sherif | May 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Better call Vince!
Vince walked me through the closing process and ensured I knew what my options where whenever there was a hurdle. He made the signing process quick and painless and even followed up after to ensure I get all my credits from closing. He definitely knows what he is doing, he has an old school way of do...
Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Closed without a hitch!
Mr. Gallo made our experience as first-time homebuyers much smoother than we anticipated. He guided us through every step with precision and clarity, ensuring we understood everything along the way. His attention to detail and dedication to our best interests gave us confidence throughout the process...
Vincent J. Gallo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. The most knowledgeable attorney I know. You are in the best hands when you retain him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Vincent Gallo is the foremost authority in real estate law and title insurance. If there is a question he undoubtedly has the answer. If I ever have a question or a problem, Mr. Gallo is my first call."
"I endorse this lawyer. Vinny Gallo is an excellent attorney and a legend on Staten Island. There's no one else I'd rather sit across a closing table from. He gets things done quickly and, more importantly, correctly. If I had a difficult real estate or title issue on my hands, he would be the first attorney I would call for advice."
"Mr. Gallo and I practice in some of the same areas of law. I have had the privilege of reviewing many of her responses and comments to questions posted on Avvo. His answers and comments reflect a deep understanding of the law and have provided helpful information. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gallo is the local authority on the law surrounding real estate transactions. He regularly hosts CLEs which are informative and amusing. His contracts of sale are expertly drafted to protect the interests of his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Gallo."
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Experience
Honors
1981
Dean's Honor List, Pepperdine University School of Law
1981
Award for Scholastic Excellence, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Senior Attorney, Law Offices of Vincent J. Gallo
1983 - 1986
Associate Attorney, Stein, Bliablias, McGuire & Pantages
Associations
1986 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationSustaining Attorney Member
1986 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Real Property Law SectionSustaining Attorney member
1986 - Present
New York State Bar Association Committee on Titles and TransfersSustaining Attorney Member
1986 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law SectionSustaining Attorney Member
1981 - Present
American Bar AssociationSustaining Attorney Member
Education
1983
New York University School of Law
LL.M. - Master of Laws (Taxation)
1981
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor "Cum Laude"
1977
St John's University School of Law
BS - Bachelor of Science (Dean's List)
Speaking Engagements
2014
The Civil Court of the City of New York: Housing Part CLE
What Every Housing Court Judge and Their Court Attorneys Should Know About the New York City Department of Buildings
2014
Queens County Bar Association
What Every Attorney Should Know About the New York City Department of Buildings
2013
St. John's University School of Law: Continuing Legal Education: Fall 2013 Weekend
What Every Attorney Should Know About the New York City Department of Buildings
2012
St. John's University School of Law
Continuing Legal Education Program 2012: Real Estate: From Contract to Closing
2012
Civil Court of the City of New York (Manhattan)
A Lawyer's Guide to the New York City Department of Buildings
2011
Brooklyn Bar Association Real Property Section
Complex and Unusual Issues in Real Estate Law
2010
New York State Bar Association Real Property Law Section
Ethics for Real Estate Lawyers
2009
City of New York Arbitrators Association
Predatory Lending and the Sub-Prime Mortgage Meltdown
2008
Richmond County Bar Association: Gallo on the Law of Mortgages and Sellers' Concessions
The Impending Mortgage Crisis and Sellers' Concessions
Publications
2014
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Sellers' Concessions Revisited and New York State Bar Association Opinion 993
2014
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
New Legislation Designed to Protect Our Judiciary: Paper Terrorism
2014
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Case Note: Escrow Agreements and Home Inspections: A Word to the Wise
2014
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Broker-Prepared Contracts in NJ & Attorney Review Breaking New Ground
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Case Note: Mortgage Contingency
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
NYC Real Estate Transfer Taxes
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
New FHA Guidelines: The More Things Change the More They Stay the Same
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
The Property Condition Disclosure Act: New Proposed Legislation
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
Gallo on the Mortgage Contingency Clause (2013)
2013
Richmond County Bar Association Journal
A Question of Transfer Tax Rate, 3 or 4 family house?
2010
New York State Bar Association
Ethics for Real Estate Lawyers (2010), Program Faculty
Languages
English
French
Activity
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