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Joseph A O'Shea
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Biography
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
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
10 years
Child Custody
15%
10 years
Child Support
15%
10 years
Alimony
10%
10 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in New York for 52 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Firm of Joseph A. O'Shea
260 Christopher Ln #201., Staten Island, NY, 10314
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Posted by Sharon | July 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful person and lawyer
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 w...
Posted by Mark | June 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Hard Working and Reliable
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.
Posted by Anthony | February 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Divorce
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.
Posted by Maria | January 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Lawyer
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. N...
Posted by Richard | January 15, 2020 | Divorce & Separation
I only wish I had met and hired him.
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.
Joseph A O'Shea's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is highly experienced, professional and a tireless advocate for his clients"
"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!"
"I have had the pleasure of working with Joseph O'Shea on various legal matters and fully endorse his skills and expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer.extremely competent and professional. one of the best in the business."
"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."
Marc Scollar
Real estate lawyer
Experience
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 CommitteeMember
1989 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Family SectionMember
1980 - Present
New York Criminal and Civil Courts Bar AssociationMember
1978 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2015
Richmond County Bar AssociationBoard 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