Joel Richard Salinger

Joel Richard Salinger

4.4
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Commack, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

354 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2, Commack, NY

About Joel

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Joel R. Salinger, ESQ.

354 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2, Commack, NY, 11725

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Joel Richard Salinger's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Peter | September 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney

My Case

Joel did a great job for me. Direct and too the point. It was a pleasure working with him

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Unbelievable!!!!!!!!!!

I was in a pannic and needed a family court lawyer asap. Joel is the only person to anwser and give me advise right away. I filed all papers and met with him the sane day. He stayed in contact and did everything he was suppose to do. I was so happy with his services and then about 6 months into the c...ase it became harder and harder to get ahold of him. He wouldn't anwser calls or emails court dates were coming up and I had no idea because there was no communication. I really feel he didn't fight for me either. I was out of state so to him this was easy and free money. I got sick of everything and everyone came to an agreement so the case finally came to a end. I never received any of the paperwork so 1.5 months away from me suppose to pick up my daughter I start calling and emailing Joel. A course no anwser or reply then one morning I get a call from my daughter "Dad we are here". Thanks a lot Joel for your unprofessional lack of communication. You made me miss another chance to see my daughter. STAY AWAY FROM HIM HE IS GOOD AT FIRST BUT WILL LET YOU DOWN AS THE CASE GOES ON

Posted by Emily | July 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney

He doesn't want to do anymore then has to.

He was a legal aid attorney that did not follow up with a case he made a mistake on very nasty

Posted by Jason | May 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney

A Crook

This man is a very dishonest person he took my case and I had to fire him because he did as he liked and always had an excuse as to why he didn't file the documents I requested. the first appearance he came 1 hour late and when he finally showed up he conversated with others for about 10 minutes befo...re coming to me. with an excuse about some other client issues, there is a list of things wrong with this lawyer but the biggest being him holding on to my money let me know I will get it at his discretion you get ) stars sir I honestly don't know how you make a living

Posted by Danielle | October 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Mr. Salinger will get the job done!

I originally hired Mr. Salinger in 2016 for a family court case. From the moment I met him, his kind personality, warm welcome and thorough answers to all of my questions was just the beginning of a great experience in what I thought was going to be extremely stressful. To my surprise, not only did w...e get through the case to my satisfactory but Mr. Salinger was not only professional, but thoroughly explained the process of everything going on. In July of 2021 I again hired Mr. Salinger due to the outcome and experience with him back in 2016. Again, he was kind, professional, answered all my questions thoroughly, and I had a lot as this case was a bit more complex. To say I was stressed about it was an understatement. However, Mr. Salinger helped throughout the entire process, eased my fears and went above and beyond. Mr. Salinger knows how to treat his clients and that was extremely helpful. I have dealt with lawyers before who tent to be a little mean and explain in lawyers terms and Mr. Salinger was the opposite, had no problem explaining things to me 10 times if he had to and with grace. I also dealt with his legal secretary Melodie and I see why they make such an amazing team. She was just as kind, helpful and as professional as Mr. Salinger. She took time to speak with me when Mr. Salinger was in court and gave me the same treatment he did...explained anything and everything I needed to know and went above and beyond. Mr. Joel Salinger is not only an amazing lawyer, but an overall great man who gets the job done. His kindness does not get in the way of him getting the job done as he did so twice for me and with no nonsense. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a lawyer to go with Mr. Salinger...I am confident he will get the job done for you! Thank you both, Mr. Salinger and Melodie for your kindness, thorough help and pleasant experience at a time I was going through something difficult, you made such an impact on my feelings regarding my cases and eased my stress a great deal and I can not thank you enough!

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Joel Richard Salinger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Olivier Roche

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Joel Salinger for many years. I first met him when I was a young prosecutor in Suffolk County. I can state with confidence that Mr. Salinger is a consummate professional and is held in high regards in the legal community. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Castellano

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Riezenman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Salinger was opposing counsel on a case we had together. He advocated strongly for his client and always held himself out as a professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Hornberger

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joel and I have worked together on a number of matters and he works hard to get his clients the best possible outcome. If you hire Joel you can't go wrong!"

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Steven Homayoon

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is trusted adversary who fights hard fro his clients while keeping realistic expectations. He favors frank and honest talk over theatrics and game-playing which makes him a valued asset to the legal community"

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Howard Knispel

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Joel is an outstanding lawyer. His grasp of the law and practice is exemplary."

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Ryan Riezenman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Howard Knispel

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Steven Homayoon

Family lawyer

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Robert Hornberger

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Phillip Jusino

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Joel R. Salinger

Associations

2009 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2009 - Present

Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association

Member

Education

1997

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

State University of New York, College at Plattsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1983

State University of New York, Farmingdale State College

Associates Degree

Languages

English

Activity

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