Anthony A. Ciaccio, Sr. is the head of the personal injury department at Schalk, Ciaccio & Kahn. Anthony’s vast experience as both a trial attorney for a major insurance company and then for a prominent plaintiff’s personal injury firm, gives him the insight to advocate for clients who are injured through the negligence of others.
Anthony began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney for the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, gaining real-world trial experience prosecuting both misdemeanors and major felonies. He tried numerous cases while working as an Assistant District Attorney with a tremendous success rate and built a reputation as a fierce courtroom advocate among his peers and colleagues.
Following his time in law enforcement, Anthony applied his trial skills to the field of personal injury, learning the inner workings of the insurance industry from both sides of the aisle. Anthony worked for a major insurance carrier, becoming an expert in how insurance companies value cases, as well as avoid paying out on claims. Anthony then joined a premier personal injury law firm where he applied this knowledge and honed his negotiation skills, fighting for compensation for his clients’ injuries. Anthony’s unique experience working on “both sides the fence” ensures that you quickly get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Anthony has recovered millions for his clients through settlements, arbitration, and verdicts. Anthony has a reported million-dollar verdict and several notable settlements. Anthony prides himself on trying tough cases and winning when other lawyers feel there is no chance for victory.
Anthony proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps and received an Honorable discharge after four years of service. Anthony is active in community affairs, enjoys spending time with his family and always has a spare moment to talk baseball.
EducationBachelor of Finance, Cum Laude - Dowling College
Juris Doctor - Hofstra University School of Law
Suffolk County Bar Association
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Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 2004 | 07/14/2022 |
Legal answers | 18 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
Rising Star | Thomson Reuters | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Schalk, Ciaccio & Kahn | 2013 - Present |
Trial Lawyer | Gruenberg & Kelly, PC | 2012 - 2013 |
Trial Attorney | Geico Insurance Company | 2006 - 2012 |
Prosecuting Attorney | District Attorney's Office Of Nassau County | 2003 - 2006 |
2531 | United States Marine Corps | 1992 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 - Present | |
New York State Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
BNI - North Shore Business Associates - NY Long Island and Suffolk | Vice President | 2012 - Present |
Suffolk County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Internet Law & Practice | DEBUNKING THE MYTHS OF DEFEATING THE BREATHALYZER TEST. | 2016 |
SCKESQ.COM | UNDERSTANDING THE BREATHALYZER TEST IN NEW YORK | 2016 |
Sckesq.com | COMMON TYPES OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES | 2014 |
Sckesq.com | Common Personal Injury Questions Regarding No Fault Insurance | 2014 |
Sckesq.com | Answering Common Questions about Personal Injury Law in New York | 2014 |
Sckesq.com | NY CAR INSURANCE AND PROPERTY DAMAGE COVERAGE | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Hofstra University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Dowling College | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Hofstra MOOT Court Competition | Mock trial judge | 2015 |
Hofstra MOOT Court Competition | Mock trial judge | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Biscardi v. Restaurant Depot, LLC. | $195,000 |
Doino v. Gudema | $1,000,000.00 |
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Robert Montefusco, Car accident Attorney on Jun 21, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony is a former prosecutor and a very experienced trial attorney. He is compassionate and he aggressively fights for the best outcome for his clients. He has litigated both sides of personal injury lawsuits and as a result, is uniquely qualified. I highly recommend and endorse Anthony.
David Okrent, Slip and fall accident Attorney on Oct 20, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Anthony for over 10 years. He is a credit to the profession. He is honest, hard working knowledgable, dedicated advocate and I am proud to call him my friend and colleague. Anyone needing his services should feel confident in seleting him.
Samuil Serebryanyy, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 27, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Anthony is as good as it gets when it comes to personal service and thinking outside the box. If you need someone who is motivated and always thinking of ways to move your case forward, Anthony is your guy. Anthony has been a mentor and a friend. He know's his way around litigation and is very personable. Most importantly, he is someone his client's can trust and has their best interests at heart. I would not recommend any other lawyer in the field.
Svetlana Prizant, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony is a professional and an excellent attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to a client.
Rebecca Devlin, Car accident Attorney on Apr 28, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. He is a fierce advocate and experienced litigator.
Matthew Fella, Car accident Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I worked not only with Anthony at a prominent personal injury law firm, but i had the opportunity to work as opposing counsel on several matters while Anthony was handling insurance defense work. Not only is he hard working; diligent and well-rounded in the law, his people skills and like-ability give him a unique perspective and experience in the court room.
Scott Wiss, Car accident Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Anthony is a dedicated and caring personal injury lawyer. He is a skilled trial attorney. He is well respected among his peers. I highly endorse him.
Nasreen Syed, Car accident Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony Ciaccio's litigation knowledge and experience make him a valuable asset to anyone who has been the victim of an accident or medical malpractice. He will fight hard to get you the compensation you deserve. I gladly endorse him.
David Barry, Car accident Attorney on Mar 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony is very well-respected in the legal community for his expertise in all areas of civil litigation. I highly recommend Anthony and his partners for any personal injury matters.
Anthony Ferrante, Unknown Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Ciaccio is a fierce courtroom advocate who gets results. He has integrity, tact, and cares about his client's needs. I do not hesitate to endorse him.
Gerard McCloskey, Car accident Attorney on Feb 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony is a honest, intelligent, and experienced personal injury attorney who uses his extensive trial experience both in the District Attorney's office as well as in private practice to ensure his clients receive the best possible representation.
Michael Alber, Car accident Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Skilled and fearless are two attributes to describe Anthony. I have had the pleasure of seeing Anthony in Court. Anthony is meticulous. When it comes to relating to juries and being able to persuade either the judge or the jury, there is no better advocate in their area of personal injury. I endorse Anthony for the most complex injury cases to the simplest car accident cases.
Paul Devlin, Car accident Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Anthony is passionate about obtaining the best possible result for his clients. His charismatic style combined with his extensive knowledge and experience make him an extremely effective trial attorney.
Justin Lieberman, Car accident Attorney on May 23, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
It has been a pleasure to work with Anthony on matters. He is an intelligent, hard working and diligent attorney. His lives up to his reputation among attorneys to say the least. Anthony goes the extra mile for both clients and fellow attorneys and takes the time to thoroughly analyze and explain any issue. His handling of cases and trials is thorough and always professional.
Hariklea Baialardo, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony Ciaccio is by far a unique personal injury attorney. Not only does he truly care about his clients, so much so that he calls them to see how they are healing, but he also helps navigate them through some very difficult and confusing times, even including helping the families complete all the insurance claim paperwork. He hand holds the client through all stages of the process, and being an estate planning attorney, my clients need and love that. What is best about Anthony is he will help a client where he can even if he does not feel they have a case, because he cares that much about doing the right thing.
Robert Schalk, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Anthony Ciaccio is tremendous court room advocate and trial attorney. He fights vigorously for his clients injured in all types of negligence actions. He worked for a major insurance company and knows how to use the knowledge he gained on how they value personal injury cases to the benefit of his clients.
Joshua Kahn, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Anthony really cares about his client's and that shows in the way he handles his cases. He wants what is best for the client. If that means settlement or trial Anthony is capable and seasoned in both arenas. I endorse Anthony Ciaccio.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Nov 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.