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Choosing a lawyer to defend you in court in a Divorce Action or in a Criminal or DWI / Traffic case may be one of the most important decisions you ever have to make. In making your decision whether or not to place you trust in my law firm I’d like to let you know some additional information about my personal and professional background. As native Long Islander I have a deep commitment to the region and the people that have played an important role in my life. I began my career not as an attorney, but as licensed electrician working in my family’s business for many years. It was there working in homes and businesses from one end of long Island to the other that I saw the difficulty and expense that my customers and fellow Long Islanders experienced when their lives were entwined with divorce, criminal matters or facing complicated and intimating traffic offenses. As a result, once I started my practice and to this date today, the mission of the Law Office of Joel R Salinger, P.C. has been to help families and individuals make sense of these legal situations, protect their rights and lower their legal expenses.
I am proud of the many achievements that I have had over the past 15 years in helping clients to mitigate legal adversity in their lives and find successful solutions to complex legal matters for the benefit of their families and businesses. I am proud that our firm has consistently received excellent attorney ratings by independent and highly regarded law review organizations such as AVVO.
I am committed to the public good and as a result I have many affiliations with leading state and national law associations, as well as, being an involved participant in important local bar committees which effect how cutting edge legal issues are being dealt with in our local courts.
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354 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2, Commack, NY, 11725
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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...
Posted by Elena J. | July 13, 2021
Wisdom with kindness
I met with Mr. Joel R. Salinger July 12, 2021 for a free consultation with anticipation of closure to my dilemma, but after listening to my case Joel informed me of the New York State Law and possible rulings. I am grateful for his knowledge and experience. I highly recommend this Attorney.
Posted by Dave | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend Joel Salinger.
Joel handled my divorce after a decade long marriage that included three children. Joel was professional, compassionate and incredibly knowledgeable. He made himself available at abt time to answer my questions and he saw the matter through to a very thoughtful conclusion that was agreeable to all ...
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Love this attorney
Joel was great at handling my divorce situation. I have nothing but good things to say about Mr. Salinger, he was always professional, and helped me achieve the outcome I was hoping for. Divorce is an emotional situation, and I was helped through the process by trusting in my attorney and taking hi...
Posted by Bruce S | June 17, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgable, Personable, Tenacious - Best Lawyer I have ever hired!
Mr. Salinger was extraordinary. His negotiation skills were sensational. He handled my divorce and was able to help me obtain and outcome that everyone said was impossible. I was going through a health crisis at the time and Joel was more than an attorney, was was a friend too. I will never forget h...
"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."
"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."
"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!"
"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"
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Joel is an outstanding lawyer. His grasp of the law and practice is exemplary."
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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
1999 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Joel R. Salinger
2009 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
2009 - Present
Suffolk County Criminal Bar AssociationMember
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1983
Associates Degree
English
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