Joseph Richard Costello

Joseph Richard Costello

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 27 years

Appeals Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Appeals, Wills & Living Wills, Real Estate

5919 20th Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Appeals 45%

Representing landlords and tenants in all facets of leasing, and housing. New York has some of the most complex eviction laws. We can represent you in housing court.

28 years | 100 cases

45%
Wills and Living Wills 30%

Make certain that your loved ones will receive what you want them to receive. Choose the person you have faith in to settle your affairs. Appoint a guardian for your young loved ones.

28 years | 100 cases

30%
Real Estate 25%

Buying or selling a home is a daunting task. We alleviate that stress so you can focus on your move in your new home. We represent clients in the sale, purchase, and refinance of property. We also represent clients in real estate disputes.

28 years | 100 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1999

Active

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Licensed in District of Columbia for 26 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1999

Suspended - Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1999

Administrative Suspension

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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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

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in DC, 2020

updated on 07/27/2022

This 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 07/27/2022

Interim 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 10/30/2019

This 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 01/21/2021

Suspended 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 10/30/2019

Suspended 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 Association

Trustee

2006 - 2016

Brooklyn Bar Association

Former 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

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