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About Gina
Trust your instincts. I'll fight for your child.
Gina M. DeCrescenzo is the founder of Gina DeCrescenzo, P.C. She built the firm on years of civil litigation experience and an unparalleled passion for improving the lives of children. Gina received her Juris Doctor from Pace Law School and her Bachelors of Science from Fordham University. She is admitted to the United States Supreme Court, the State Court of New York, and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. She is a member of the Federal Bar Council, Disability Rights Bar Association, American Bar Association’s Children’s Rights Litigation Committee, New York State Bar Association, Westchester Women’s Bar Association’s Education Law Committee, Hudson Union Society, Columbian Lawyers’ Association, Parents United Learning the Special Education System (“PULSES”), and the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (“COPAA”) where she serves on their Publishing and Training Committees.
Before founding Gina DeCrescenzo, P.C., Gina worked as the only Special Education Attorney at a private litigation firm in Dutchess County, New York and before that as the sole Special Education Attorney at Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) representing low-income children and young adults with disabilities throughout Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. At LSHV, Gina was responsible for countless education cases, as well as Office of Mental Health, Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) denials.
Prior to her work exclusively with children and young adults with special needs, Gina represented hundreds of clients in eviction proceedings and foreclosure actions, gaining national recognition. Coverage in the New York Times [11/15/2011] and [2/7/2012].
Gina serves of counsel to the Law Offices of H. Jeffrey Marcus, P.C. She lectures to parents, attorneys, and organizations throughout New York State on special education-related issues. She was featured in Westchester Magazine’s, 914Inc., “24 Wunderkinds under 30… future movers and shakers.” Click here to link to article.
Practice areas
- Education: 80%
Experienced in all aspects of education law, including special education, IDEA/Sec. 504, harassment, bullying, discipline, post-secondary school transition, guardianships, and more.
- Personal injury: 20%
GDPC handles Personal Injury cases, especially involving children, including failure to supervise, physical and sexual abuse cases, accidents, and more.
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Contact
Gina M. DeCrescenzo, Esq.
180 South Broadway
Suite 302
White Plains, NY, 10605
Website
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY | Currently registered | 2008 | 12/06/2019 |
| Legal answers | 191 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
| 1 of 75 Worldwide Changemakers for Children | Save the Children | 2019 |
| Outstanding Service Award | PULSES | 2019 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 10% of Lawyers Nationwide | Lawyers of Distinction | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
| 24 Wunderkinds under 30...Future movers and shakers | Westchester Magazine | 2011 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Founder/Owner | Gina DeCrescenzo, P.C. | 2013 - Present |
| Attorney | Litigation Firm in Dutchess County NY | 2012 - 2013 |
| Attorney | Legal Services of the Hudson Valley | 2007 - 2012 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Parents United Learning the Special Education System | Board of Directors | 2016 - Present |
| Family Focus Adoption Agency | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
| Disability Rights Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
| Federal Bar Council | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Parents United Learning the Learning the Special Education System (PULSES) | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates | Member | 2010 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| American Bar Association’s Children’s Rights Litigation Committee | Member | 2007 - Present |
| New York State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Westchester Women's Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
| The Columbian Lawyers Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Today Health | How a Service Dog Built Confidence in a Boy with Autism | 2015 |
| New York Times | Bank Excuses on Foreclosure Growing Stale | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Pace University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
| Fordham University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2004 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| NAPSE | How to Recover Attorneys Fees in Due Process Hearings | 2019 |
| NAPSE | Techniques of Cross Examination | 2019 |
| The Kildonan School - Discussion on Dyslexia | IDEA & Legal Advocacy | 2015 |
| SUNY Purchase | The Nature and Function of Law | 2015 |
| COPAA's 18th Annual Conference | Special Shingle: Opening a Special Education Law Practice | 2015 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| P.R. v. NYCDOE | Parents/GDPC victory |
| A.W. et al v. Board of Education of the Wallkill Central School District | Parents prevail; $187,000 + attorney's fees |
| A.W. et al v. Board of Education of the Wallkill Central School District | Parents prevail on initial motion |
| B.B. v NYCDOE | Parents/GDPC victory |
| S.T. v Arlington | Parents/GDPC victory |
Gina Decrescenzo
Posted by Maureen Rivera
Fri Oct 13 2017
Attorney endorsements
(19)I endorse this lawyer. She is a power house of an attorney and deeply cares about her clients and all children in general. You would be so well served with Gina on your side.
Daniel Timins, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Gina DeCrescenzo is both extremely knowledgeable and compassionate when it comes to her clients. Her understanding of Education Law, a highly specialized field of practice, is exceptional, and her client service is remarkable. I highly endorse and recommend her as a strong advocate for her clients.
Richard Corrao, Education Attorney on Sep 4, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Gina is a devoted and fierce advocate with a deep understanding of education and related law. It's that understanding, combined with her attention to detail, uncompromising ethics, and genuine compassion, that allows Gina to move skillfully from analysis to action that truly matters to her clients. I highly endorse this attorney.
Karen Reilly, Litigation Attorney on May 16, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Gina is a dedicated, talented, knowledgeable and hard working advocate for her clients. Her years of experience in the field make her a stand-out.
Michael Eisenman, Brain injury Attorney on Apr 29, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Gina is an intelligent, organized and aggressive attorney, who will stop at nothing to protect her clients. Often representing children who lack the capacity to speak for themselves, Gina provides a large and caring voice for these children, who she treats as if they were her own. The children and their parents are well served to have Gina representing their interests.
Don Discepolo, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Gina DeCrescenzo is a great attorney!
Benjamin Brown, Education Attorney on Jun 14, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I'm happy to endorse my mentor Gina DeCrescenzo. Having reviewed the work of numerous attorneys in public court records, I can attest that Gina is among the top few attorneys in the special education bar. Having attended several meetings of Committees on Special Education with Gina, I know firsthand how her experience allows her to quickly detect contradictions in the presentations of school district staff members. She takes very good care of the children and parents she represents.
Mark Rowe, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Apr 13, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
She is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and her clients sing her highest praises. Gina DeCrescenzo aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her.
Michael Palumbo, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Donna Drumm, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Gina is a top Special Education attorney representing the rights of children with special needs in our legal community. She has grown her practice by using law practice management skills, providing excellent client services earning her respect among her peers, judges and Hearing Officers. She is quick to identify a legal issue and practical solution. Gina is my go to person when I have a question about advocating for students in K-12.
Josh Kershenbaum, Education Attorney on Mar 28, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Knowledgeable and tenacious. Passionate about pursuing what's best for the kids. A trusted colleague in the special education field.
Andrew Pappert, Administrative law Attorney on Nov 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joshua Levin, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 21, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Hands down, the best special education attorney in the business. Knowledgeable and a true advocate, there is no other attorney that I would consider for any special education legal matter. I have and will continue to refer my clients to Gina whenever the situation calls for it.
Thomas Davis, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Gina is one of the few people specializing in this complex and difficult area of the law. She's not afraid to take on the school districts to get your child the education they are entitled to. She's the best.
Jasbrinder Sahni, Foreclosure Attorney on Sep 16, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Gina and I worked together at our previous law firm. Gina is an excellent attorney and a negotiator.
Michael Gilberg, Education Attorney on Sep 7, 2016
Relationship: Friend
I have known Gina for well over a decade having met our 1st day of law school and later working with her for a time as we both practice special education law. She is one of the most tenacious people I know and will fight for your child and not stop until she wins. Nobody will stand up for you and your child more.
Trevor Eisenman, Education Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have had the privilege of working with Gina for many years. She is a passionate and fierce advocate. If I was ever in the position where I needed an attorney to fight for my children I would not consider anyone other than Gina to protect them.
Elizabeth Douglas, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Gina is a driven and competent professional. She is a known leader in the area of Special education Law.
I endorse this lawyer. She is a power house of an attorney and deeply cares about her clients and all children in general. You would be so well served with Gina on your side.
Benjamin Hinerfeld, Education Attorney on Sep 1, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Gina is a passionate, fearless and conscientious special education lawyer. She puts her clients interests above all else and achieves great results.
Daniel Timins, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Gina DeCrescenzo is both extremely knowledgeable and compassionate when it comes to her clients. Her understanding of Education Law, a highly specialized field of practice, is exceptional, and her client service is remarkable. I highly endorse and recommend her as a strong advocate for her clients.