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Joseph A O'Shea

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  • Staten Island, NY
  • Licensed for 46 years
Joseph A O'Shea
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About Joseph

Over 35 Years Of Divorce & Family Law Experience. Call For A Consultation.

Joseph A. O'Shea is a trial attorney with over 35 years of experience representing clients in a wide range of areas.  He focuses his practice on divorce and matrimonial law, while also representing clients with family law issues in Family Court as well as criminal defense in the various courts throughout New York and New Jersey. 

 

The Law Firm of Joseph A. O'Shea is a full service law firm on Staten Island, advising clients in multiple areas such as obtaining a divorce, responding to a spouses divorce, negotiating a divorce settlement, criminal matters, family law related issues, as well as Will planning, residential and commercial real estate matters, including contracts and closings. 

 

Prior to entering private practice, Mr. O'Shea was an Assistant District Attorney in Bronx County. After prosecuting and trying numerous criminal cases in the Bronx, Mr. O'Shea was recruited by the Staten Island District Attorney's Office and shortly thereafter, promoted as the first-ever Supreme Court Bureau Chief. 

 

At the Law Firm of Joseph A. O'Shea, we understand that every case is different and that every client has individual needs.  We work closely with our clients to develop a strategy whether it is strategic settlement, mediation, or trying the case - we implement a plan of action that best fits each client's unique needs.  

 

We are determined to represent clients in the most professional, courteous and result-oriented manner. We remain loyal to our clients and aggressively advocate on their behalf. 

 

 

Practice areas

OtherFamilyChild supportChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

    4 years

  2. Child custody: 15%

    4 years

  3. Child support: 15%

    4 years

  4. Family: 10%

    4 years

  1. Alimony: 10%

    4 years

Languages spoken

English

Client's Choice 2020
Client's Choice 2019
Client's Choice 2018

Contact

260 Christopher Ln #201.
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The Law Firm of Joseph A. O'Shea

260 Christopher Ln #201.
Staten Island, NY, 10314

Office (718) 816-1110

Website

http://www.oshealegal.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NJActive198801/14/2020
NYCurrently registered 197412/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Richard D. Lasher Meritorious Service AwardRichmond County Bar Association2018
Thomas R. Sullivan AwardRichmond County Bar Association2016
Sophie Mathews Memorial Award for Volunteer ServiceProject Hospitality2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Assistant District AttorneyStaten Island District Attorney's Office1978 - 1989
Supreme Court Bureau ChiefStaten Island District Attorney's Office1978 - 1989
Assistant District AttorneyBronx County Distirct Attorney's Office1973 - 1977
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Richmond County Bar Association Grievance CommitteeMember2006 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Family SectionMember1989 - Present
New York Criminal and Civil Courts Bar AssociationMember1980 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember1978 - Present
Richmond County Bar AssociationBoard Member2012 - 2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
St John's University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1973
St John's UniversityBBA - Bachelor of Business Administration1969

Reviews

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Wonderful person and lawyer

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Mr. O'Shea is someone I need to write about. He has a warm and friendly demeanor right from the start. I felt comfortable and at ease when we would have our consultations. He is an utmost professional and intelligent lawyer. He is always ready and prepared for any and all adversity that guaranteed will come your way. He's always reassuring as you go through your storm. He is always a phone call away. He gained my full trust in his expertise and he never let me down, ever. He's a great lawyer and person, one of a kind.
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Hard Working and Reliable

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Mr. O'Shea has represented me in the most proffessional manner, his ethics are of the highest standards. His compassion, integrity, knowledge and honesty have become very important to me during the last year as he represented me in my divorce.
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Divorce

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Joseph was very professional from the start. Always had the answers and if he didn’t he got back to me in a timely manner. I highly recommend Joseph because he will fight for you until the end.
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Best Lawyer

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Joe is an amazing lawyer. He took the time to help me during my divorce. He was more than a lawyer, he was like a friend helping me and supporting me throughout my ordeal. What’s amazing is that I would just randomly show up at the office to ask a random question and he would see me and talk to me. Never once was I not welcomed. He never rushed me and looked out for my best interest and that of my children. He is a genuine and honest person, which is hard to come by these days. I would highly recommend him as an attorney if you are seeking one. I was never disappointed with his services and I think you’d agree.
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I only wish I had met and hired him.

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I recently came in for a consultation, to review my divorce papers ( from another attorney ). Very knowledgeable and friendly, simply put, a pleasure. If only I had a time machine. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
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Child custody

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Joseph worked hard and I appreciate he's patient and truthful work. He's generous and very knowledgeable what he does.
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Divorce

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From the beginning and the duration of the divorce Mr. O'Shea was a fair person. We worked well together and achieved as much success as possible under very trying circumstances.
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Hired attorney

Divorce

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Joseph was very professional and thorough in handling my divorce case. His staff is also very kind, helpful and professional.
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Hired attorney

Professional and extremely helpful

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Mr O'shea helped me with the sale and eventually the purchase of a new home. He made the process quick and easy for me. I was fully informed and felt protected and involved during the entire process
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I highly recommend Joseph o Shea

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Joseph o Shea is professional and made me feel like his only customer, his staff is top notch!!! I wld definitely recommend him to anyone in need of lawyer who knows the law!!
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Attorney endorsements

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Marc Scollar, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 23, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer on divorce and criminal matters. I known Joe for a least 15 years. We were members of the North Shore rotary club. He is an outstanding attorney, honest and highly qualified

Mario Dire

I endorse this lawyer.

Jason Leventhal, Civil rights Attorney on Jun 14, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

John Coscia, Insurance Attorney on Jun 11, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Joe is very smart. He is a good lawyer and very concerned with his client's needs. He is knowledgeable, responsive and attentive. He has my highest recommendation.

Edward Pavia, Personal injury Attorney on May 25, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Joe is highly experienced, professional and a tireless advocate for his clients

Grace Mattei, General practice Attorney on May 25, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Joe is an excellent trial attorney. He is extremely well respected by the judges in whose courts he appears. Very few attorneys have the respect of the Richmond County Bar Association that Joe has earned. He has received many awards from the Bar Association and is due to receive another in two weeks. You cannot go wrong choosing Joe as your attorney!

Alfredo Conti, Commercial real estate Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have had the pleasure of working with Joseph O'Shea on various legal matters and fully endorse his skills and expertise.

Jay Duskin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 14, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.extremely competent and professional. one of the best in the business.

Peter Weinman, Real estate Attorney on Mar 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer, with whom I sit on the board of the Richmond County Bar Association. He is an attorney who sees (and fights to protect) the bigger picture; he not only cares about his clients, but about the community at large.