Joseph A O'Shea

Joseph A O'Shea

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Staten Island, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

260 Christopher Ln #201., Staten Island, NY

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 15%

10 years

15%
Child Support 15%

10 years

15%
Alimony 10%

10 years

10%
Family 10%

10 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 52 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1974

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Firm of Joseph A. O'Shea

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

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Joseph A O'Shea's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Joe is A Wonderful Lawyer

I had an unusual lawsuit which by Joe’s words he has never seen this kind of case in his forty years of legal practices! I was very anxious about it not because I knew I had wrong doings, but I knew that I did not use a lawyer like Joe to protect my interests when the original settlement was made. Jo...e was patient in handling my case and explored various ways to defend me by his legal knowledge and experience. Eventually my case was settled, and I do not have to worry for my past mistakes. I would recommend Joe to anyone who has a difficult or unusual case to defend and I believe that Joe will be able to help him or her out!

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Client

Joe, as well as Marcy and Fiorella were always kind, professional, and responsive to my needs as a client. I am grateful to have Joseph O’Shea as my attorney and would highly recommend him.

Posted by Susan | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent with persons having disabilities

I suffered a brain injury before my divorce and am still recovering from my physical and mental injuries. I had consulted 4 other attorneys, before meeting Mr. O’Shea and Marcy. Both were very compassionate, understanding and patient with me. I needed a lot more guidance then most and had to have e...verything repeated. Mr. O’Shea made absolutely sure, that I understood and grasped everything that was happening in my case. They fallowed up with me to keep, me in track with everything they needed. The kept me in the loop with everything and was very responsive to any and all concerns of mine. At times I did not even had to ask, because he realized that I was overwhelmed emotionally and mentally and he would never rush me and his calming nature made me feel safe. Mr. O’Shea’s calming nature was working very well for me to keep myself calm and not panic. Mr. O’Shea knows his clients rights and his unwavering support is top notch. Working in a stressful environment is not easy and to deal with a client who is mental Handicapped and needs extra effort, took a lot more energy and time of his. He NEVER made me feel, that I was a burden or less capable. He managed me and my case beautifully. I always felt at ease. His whole office and staff are a tremendous help and asset to have when you going through one of your most emotionally charged times in your life. My husband and I have reconciled and now working on our marriage. Mr. O’Shea was surprised, supportive and very formative in this process also. He gave his knowledge and know how, to navigate my husband and I in closing our case. I recommend him and his firm highly and especially for persons with disabilities they are the very best. I will be forever grateful to him.

Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Professional

Jo and his staff were helpful and responsive to all our questions and concerns. Jo was a knowledgeable and happy to explain every step of the process. Joe and Fiorella always kept me up-to-date with all the letters/responses, organized and filed thousands of pages of my documents, set important calen...dar dates and reminders well in advance. All communications and follow-ups were precise, on time, efficient and always reinforced my confidence that my case is handled by the best family law team.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Keeps it Simple !

Joseph O'Shea handled my divorce with ease. He kept it simple, and explained the whole process in a way I could understand . He keeps it simple. A gentleman, and treats you like a friend! I highly recommend him.

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Joseph A O'Shea's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Scollar

Unknown lawyer | Aug 23

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"

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Mario Dire

General practice lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Leventhal

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Coscia

Real estate lawyer | Jun 11

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."

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Edward Pavia

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Grace Mattei

Litigation lawyer | May 25

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!"

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Alfredo Conti

Probate lawyer | Apr 19

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."

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Jay Duskin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Peter Weinman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 12

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."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Richard D. Lasher Meritorious Service Award, Richmond County Bar Association

2016

Thomas R. Sullivan Award, Richmond County Bar Association

2010

Sophie Mathews Memorial Award for Volunteer Service, Project Hospitality

Work Experience

1978 - 1989

Assistant District Attorney, Staten Island District Attorney's Office

1978 - 1989

Supreme Court Bureau Chief, Staten Island District Attorney's Office

1973 - 1977

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx County Distirct Attorney's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Richmond County Bar Association Grievance Committee

Member

1989 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Family Section

Member

1980 - Present

New York Criminal and Civil Courts Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2015

Richmond County Bar Association

Board Member

Education

1973

St John's University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1969

St John's University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Languages

English

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