Michael Robert Gionesi

Michael Robert Gionesi

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Lawyer at Mineola, NY

400 County Seat Drive, Mineola, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 12 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2014

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No misconduct found

Location

Nassau County Supreme Court Matrimonial Center

400 County Seat Drive, Mineola, NY, 11501

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Michael Robert Gionesi's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Megan | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best of the best

Michael is honestly one of the most straight forward honest and kind lawyers I’ve ever come across. I hired him for my divorce and custody case and he advocated for me with such devotion it always left me in awe. I am not one for confrontation at all and I tend to fold just to not get people upset bu...t Michael constantly reminded me to think of my child and my future. He cares about the case but also for you as a person which I don’t think many lawyers do. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a true honest lawyer who will fight for you !

Posted by Cathy | October 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce attorney!

Michael Gionesi is an excellent divorce attorney (always prepared, extremely professional and had a way of easing my mind during some of the most difficult moments of my life). Let’s face it, the divorce process is not a pleasant thing to go through, but I’m very grateful to have had such a knowledg...eable, supportive and compassionate attorney representing me. Michael always explained things very clearly and he responded to my phone calls and/or emails promptly (even after hours and on weekends). He never wasted either of our time and was cost efficient throughout the entire process. He listened to what was most important to me and he fought to make sure the final settlement was as good as I could get. I would highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

BEST DIVORCE LAWYER

HELLO EVERYONE! NO ONE LIKES LAWYER'S... LET ALONE DIVORCE LAWYER'S....WE ALL DISLIKE THEM.... UNFORTUNATELY SOME OF US NEED A DIVORCE LAWYER AT SOME POINT IN OUR LIFE...... I HAPPEN TO BE ONE OF THEM.... I LOVE THIS GUY FOR WHAT HE HAS DONE FOR ME AND GETTING MY SON BACK.... I DON'T KNOW IF HE IS TH...E BEST? BUT FOR ME MICHAEL IS THE BEST.... I WON'T SAY MUCH....... USE HIM AND YOU SHALL SEE IT FOR YOUR SELF....... HE EVEN ANSWERED TO MY EMAIL IN THIS COVID 19 CRISIS....LOVE YOU MICHAEL AND THANKS FOR YOUR HELP AND PERSONAL ATTENTION....... STAY SAFE WITH YOUR FAMILY IN THIS CRISIS....

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce Attorney

I hired Tony Yovino of Tabat Cohen Blum and Yovino several years ago and Michael Gionesi was part of the reason for my long fought out and fair settlement. A short time after my settlement was ordered, my ex defaulted. I retained Tabat Cohen Blum and Yovino again and to fight a cross motion which my ...ex lost. Michael Gionesi is a very intelligent and skilled attorney. He is compassionate, caring and responds quickly to emails and phone calls to clarify the process and answer questions. Michael Gionesi is a great asset to the firm.

Posted by Danielle | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Lawyer

Mr. Gionesi is a brilliant, top class attorney with impressive knowledge and skills in family law matters. Mike has masterfully handled a range of issues in my ongoing case with a very apparent confidence, calm strength and expert legal knowledge. I have found Mike always extremely prepared and organ...ized in Court, always explaining my questions with thoroughness and clarity. Mike is very tough yet very professional when dealing with my ex and his legal team. You can be certain he will fight very hard for your case. Mike is very organized and client centered always responding promptly to emails and phone calls. I highly recommend Michael Gionesi.

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Michael Robert Gionesi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mario DeRossi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is one of the best young attorneys around. He has the highest respect of the matrimonial bar. Michael's knowledge of the law and procedure unmatched. Highly endorse him."

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Michael DiFalco

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is a true professional who practices law with integrity, honesty, and civility. He has a fantastic reputation. He is very knowledgeable about the law and also very practical about how to be the best advocate for his clients. I fully endorse him."

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Khadija Misuraca

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is an extremely diligent, knowledgeable, and hard working attorney."

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David Badanes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael was opposing counsel on a difficult case. He represented his client zealously and intelligently. He saved his client money by getting the matter resolved in an efficient matter. I highly recommend Michael Gionesi."

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Christian Pickney

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the great pleasure to work together with Michael on a divorce matter. He is an exceptional lawyer who practices with passion, skill and knowledge to provide superior representation on behalf of his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him in a divorce or family law matter."

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Lauren Riesenfeld

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a wonderful advocate for his clients. He works very hard to make sure their needs are being met, and is always representing their best interests in the courtroom. Michael is a fantastic attorney and definitely someone you want on your side during a difficult divorce."

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Cheryl Mallis

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David Dikman

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Matthew Seidner

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Michael Reilly

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mark Masini

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Khadija Misuraca

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael DiFalco

Family lawyer

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Gary Tabat

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Elena Greenberg

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Badanes

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mario DeRossi

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Christian Pickney

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lauren Riesenfeld

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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Dean Villani

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Barry Fisher

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Maria Schwartz

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Andrew Blum

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anthony Yovino

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Robert Grossman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Lead Counsel Rated - Family Law, Lead Counsel

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Principal Law Clerk to Judge, New York State Unified Court System

2016 - 2022

Associate Attorney, Tabat, Cohen, Blum, Yovino & Diesa, PC

2015 - 2018

Adjunct Professor of Law, Touro Law Center

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Winter & Grossman, PLLC

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Winter & Grossman, PLLC

Associations

2019 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Fellow

2018 - Present

New York Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

2014 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

Member

2014 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association, Publications Committee

Member

2014 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

Member

2014 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Murray v. Giovannello, ___ A.D.3d ___ (2d Dep't 2022)

Order affirmed, Wife's application to vacate judgment of divorce denied.

Ford v. Ford, 2021 WL 5913173 (2d Dep’t 2021)

Counsel Fee Award Affirmed on Appeal

Trazzera v. Trazzera, 199 A.D.3d 855 (2d Dep’t 2021)

Order Modified on Appeal

ST v LT, 2021 NY Slip Op 50792(U) (Supreme Court Nassau County 2021)

Former Wife’s Motion Denied

Barra v. Barra, 2021 WL 609032 (2d Dep't 2021)

Silverman v. Silverman, 186 A.D.3d 123 (2d Dep’t 2020)

E.D. v. M.D., NYLJ 07/19/2019 (Supreme Court Nassau County 2019)

Whitely v. Bell, NYLJ 03/04/2019 (Family Court Nassau County 2019)

M.M. v K.M., 88 N.Y.S.3d 819 (Supreme Court Nassau County 2018)

DeCamello v. DeCamello, 151 A.D.3d 804 (2d Dep't 2017)

Robert L. v. Charlene L, NYLJ 03/19/2021 (Family Court Nassau County 2021)

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Education

2013

Touro Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

State University of New York, Farmingdale State College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2014

Nassau Lawyer Getting Credit Where Credit is Due - Child Support Overpayments (co-authored with Robert S. Grossman, Esq.)

Languages

English

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