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Joseph Richard Costello
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Biography
The law office of Costello & Costello, P.C. was formed in 1962 by its founder, Joseph G. Costello. Since that time he has maintained a presence in the Brooklyn community. To this day he continues to practice in the neighborhood he was borned, and raised his family. His knowledge of real estate law is like no other. Since 1958 he has represented clients on all types of real estate matters. In 1998 Joseph was happy to welcome his son, Joseph into the practice. He too was born and raised in Brooklyn. To this day he holds true to his Brooklyn roots. At Costello & Costello, P.C. you get a family atmosphere as a client, and get the personal attention you are entitled to as a client.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Appeals
45%
28 years | 100 cases
Wills and Living Wills
30%
28 years | 100 cases
Real Estate
25%
28 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1999
Licensed in New York for 27 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1998
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Licensed in District of Columbia for 26 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1999
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1999
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
Law Offices of Joseph Richard Costello
5919 20th Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11204-2452
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Joseph Richard Costello's Reviews
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Posted by Edythe | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Best Attorney ever
Joe has been my Attorney for a few years and has been a Champion at fighting for me!!! He comes through with Everything he has had to do for me. I can whole heartedly recommend him to anyone who needs an Attorney!!!
Posted by Janet | January 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
The best in Brooklyn
Mr Costello is second generation attorney handling my family affairs. He is knowledgeable ,professional and gets the job done. Added to that is the individual attention he gives all his clients.
Posted by David | December 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
president / owner DCM Fabrication Inc.
We have been using Joseph Costello for all of our professional contract reviews along with personal lawsuits needs for over 20 years.
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Reciprocal - Suspension issued in DC, 2020
updated on 07/27/2022This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in District of Columbia Bar.
Interim Suspension issued in DC, 2020
updated on 07/27/2022Interim suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Reciprocal - Suspension issued in PA, 2019
updated on 10/30/2019This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state, or jurisdiction, also violated the rules for practicing law in Pennsylvania.
Suspension issued in NY, 2019
updated on 01/21/2021Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Suspension issued in NY, 2019
updated on 10/30/2019Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Managing Partner, Costello & Costello, PC
Associations
2012 - 2017
Brooklyn Bar AssociationTrustee
2006 - 2016
Brooklyn Bar AssociationFormer Chair of The Lawyer Referral Service
Education
1998
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D.
1994
St Francis College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
As a co owner of a property in New york, do I have a legal right to benefit from the rental income
23 Feb 2019
Q&A
MY DAD PASSED AWAY 10 YEARS AGO
23 Feb 2019
Q&A
The cash buyer wants me to sign a deed at closing, put it on Escrow, and promises to do bank wire transfer later. Is it legal?
08 Jan 2019