Born in Cordoba, Argentina. Education: Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 1995). Published: New York Real Estate Law Reporter. Background: Assistant Ombudsman to Governor Mario Cuomo, Department of State; Clerk, Judicial Commission on Minorities. Member: New York State Bar; New Jersey State Bar; U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit; U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York; U.S. District Court of New Jersey; U.S. Supreme Court. Associations: New York State Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section; American Bar Association; New York County Lawyers' Association; Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. Honorary Positions: Chairman, Business Advisory Council, 2003 National Leadership Award; Director, Chinese American Bar Association. Recipient: National Republican Congressional Committee, 2003 Certificate of Recognition; National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Certificate of Achievement, 1997 Interstate Bike Tour; New York Academy of Sciences, Certificate of Merit, 1994. Profiled: Who's Who in America (55th Edition), and Who's Who in American Law (13th Edition). Speaker: New York County Lawyers' Association, Solo and Small Firm Practice Committee, Oct. 10, 2000. Lecturer: Brandeis University, "The Interaction between Religious Divorce Law and Secular Family Law in North America; A Workshop on Practical Approaches and Theorectical Perspectives", (May 2017). Legal Expert: FOXNews article "Importance of Mother's Role Gives Britney Spears an Edge in Court", January 22, 2008. Advisory Panel: American Bar Association, 2008. Favorite Quote: You don't drown by falling in the water. You drown by staying there.
Practice areas
25 years
25 years
25 years
25 years
25 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, Mandarin, Greek, Hebrew
Joseph & Smargiassi, LLC
1024 Broadway
Woodmere, NY, 11598
Joseph & Smargiassi, LLC
65 Broadway
Appointment Only
New York, NY, 10006
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 1997 | 06/05/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1997 | 06/23/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2017 |
Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2016 |
New York Area's Top Rated Lawyers | Legal Leaders, ALM | 2015 |
Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2015 |
Top One Percent, Nation's Top Attorneys | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2014 |
Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2013 |
Certified as AV Preeminent | Martindale Hubbell / LexisNexis Attorney Peer Review Ratings | 2012 |
Certificate of Appointment | Business Advisory Council | 2003 |
National Leadership Award | National Republican Congressional Committee | 2003 |
Who's Who in American Law | Marquis Who's Who in American Law | 2003 |
Who's Who in America | Marquis Who's Who | 2001 |
Certificate of Merit | New York Academy of Sciences | 1994 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner / Member | Joseph & Smargiassi, LLC | 1999 - Present |
Senior Litigation Associate | Law Office of R.H.W. (Sole Proprietorship) | 1995 - 1999 |
Consultant | DraftDirect Worldwide | 1994 - 1995 |
Summer Intern | Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission on Minorities | 1993 - 1993 |
Judicial Intern | New York State Supreme Court | 1993 - 1994 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Member | 2008 - Present |
New York State Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
New York County Lawyers' Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
Chinese American Bar Association | Director | 1998 - 1999 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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New York Magazine 12th Edition (2016), Reasons to Love New York | New York's Leaders In The Law | 2016 |
FOX News | Britney Spears' custody case | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
City University of New York, Queens College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1992 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Boston Agunah Taskforce | The Interaction between Religious Divorce Law and Secular Family Law in North America; A Workshop on Practical Approaches and Theoretical Perspectives | 2017 |
Solo and Small Firm Practice Committee | Of Counsel liability and concerns | 2000 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Kestler v Organization for the Resolution of Agunot | Success. Case by Plaintiff dismissed |
S.G. v. F.G. | Success. |
Greenberg v. Greenberg | Significant imputed income |
Mizrahi-Srour v. Srour | Custody to client, along with very favorable financial determinations and counsel fee award |
Eydelman v. Eydelman | Unanimous decision to Plaintiff |
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Somair Alam, Litigation Attorney on Feb 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer.
Renata Weissman, Family Attorney on Mar 31, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Outstanding attorney. Honest and straightforward, and a worthy adversary. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Beer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mario Alex Joseph. His reputation in the field is impeccable and I have seen in action and I am impressed by his work ethic and professionalism.
Seth Schraier, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 19, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mario was opposing counsel on a contested divorce which quickly became a learning experience for both of us. Admittedly, I was a little turned off from Mario when we began communicating, as it was limited to e-mail and prior to any face-to-face introduction. However, my opinion quickly changed after our first court appearance and as the case progressed. It became clear to both of us that Mario's client was making every effort to undermine the progress that he and I were making together to settle this contested divorce. Mario managed an extraordinarily difficult client with professionalism and competence, and to be quite frank, he did a better job representing his client than I ever would have been able to. It is a shame that his client viewed it differently, because few lawyers would have been able to accomplish the same job as Mario. To any future clients who are considering whether to go pro-se or hire Mario, you would be foolish to go with any option over hiring Mario.
Dena Operman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mario for a number of years. He is an excellent and tenacious litigator who works tirelessly to advocate for his clients. I recommend him highly in all of his areas of practice including, but not limited to criminal defense, divorce and separation, and civil litigation.
Maryam Jahedi, Family Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Mario Joseph is a diligent and dedicated attorney with extensive knowledge in family law. His compassion for his clients is astonishing. I highly recommend him to anyone needing legal representation.
Nataliya Gavlin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience.
Florendia Dragazis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mario is extremely efficient and insightful. I would welcome him onto my team anytime.