Michelle DiPaolo

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Michelle DiPaolo

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Massapequa, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense

1130 North Broadway, Suite 220, Massapequa, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michelle

Biography

Need a divorce or have child support or custody issues? Call us! Your family is our top priority! (516) 473-0336

Need a divorce or have child support or custody issues? Call us! Your family is our top priority! (516) 473-0336

Need a divorce or have child support or custody issues? Call us! Your family is our top priority! (516) 473-0336

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

21 years

70%
Family 20%

21 years

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

27 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Dipaolo & Dipaolo, LLP

1130 North Broadway, Suite 220, Massapequa, NY, 11758

nassauesq.com

Online Presence

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Michelle DiPaolo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Nash | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Everything you'd want

I couldn't be happier that I chose to go with Michelle. She's honest from the start. She tells you what you need to hear, she doesn't blow smoke or make promises to get your business. She fights for what's fair, will put you in your place, but through it all is supportive. In negotiations she's a...n artist. Strong, firm, calculated, and sees the whole picture. She doesn't shy away from going to trial (some lawyers do) but she's not afraid to do what's necessary to get what you're entitled to. Lastly, she does NOT rack up the legal fees. Many times she would tell me "I'll do that if you want but it's not necessary and I'd just be charging you for something you don't need". You'll know you made the right choice if you go with Michelle.

Posted by Giovanna | May 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

No nonsense attorney but so compassionate and caring…

How do I thank someone that is only looking out for my best interest. Many roller coaster rides during my case that is still ongoing. Michelle calls even after business hours to reassure me and tell me that I will be fine! So far she was able to do everything she said she would and I can’t thank her ...enough. I have complete trust in her and John and I know that she is trying to end this case and not drag it on like the opposing attorney is. Thank you Michelle from the bottom of my heart for the outcome so far. I knew you were the one when I met you ….

Posted by Anthony | July 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cool dude

I refer her all the time. She tells you what you need to hear and not necessarily what you want to hear.

Posted by Mike | July 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer Anyone Could Ask For

Michelle is tough as nails but also supportive like no one else. Her work ethic is amazing. She fights for you and keeps you calm throughout the toughest times that come up in your life. She has grace, empathy, intelligence l, and the will you give the best representation that you will receive.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent!!! A lawyer's lawyer

My husband hired Michelle's firm to handle a family court matter with his ex-wife and college expenses for my stepson. Not being familiar with the family court system, Michelle guided us through the entire process and was there with us every step of the way. I cannot say enough about her courtesy, ...professionalism, reassurance,honesty, and responsiveness in answering our questions and explaining things so we would understand what was happening at every point in the case. She advocated for my husband beautifully and handled everything from start to finish. It made us both feel better knowing she was on our side and more importantly, that we could trust her with something as important as this. We both feel extremely fortunate that she was there to work with us and to represent his best interests. I would recommend Michelle to anyone looking for an attorney who will represent their best interests and to be honest about what she can and cannot do according to the law, and to be tough and fair at the same time. She is a true professional and a credit to her profession.

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Michelle DiPaolo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Riesenfeld

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michelle DiPaolo is an attorney that I 100% endorse. I have worked with Michelle on prior divorce/family court matters, as well as on current matters. Michelle is one of the rare few Matrimonial Attorneys, who practices this very tough profession with the utmost level of expertise, ethics and an overall high level of professionalism. It is a pleasure to work with Michelle and I would recommend anyone looking for a divorce/family law attorney, to contact Michelle and retain her services immediately. Thank you for being a wonderful asset to the matrimonial community, Michelle!"

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Kelly Rau

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle has demonstrated that she is a knowledgeable, thorough, attentive and professional attorney."

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Somair Alam

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Jennifer Mazzei

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is an excellent attorney. She is a true advocate for her clients. She fights hard and does not stop until she has exhausted every avenue. She is most certainly the attorney you want by your side in your divorce. I endorse her."

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Kristin Galison

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is a knowledgeable and experienced attorney. She is well respected throughout the legal community and gained that respect due to the zealous manner in which she represents each and every one of her clients. I recommend and endorse Michelle."

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Kristen Clodfelter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is one of the most zealous advocates I have ever encountered. We were colleagues in the district attorney's office. Based on those years I would confidently endorse her as an attorney. She works tirelessly for her clients."

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John Fellin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having just concluded a sensitive divorce matter with Ms. DiPaolo, I would wholeheartedly endorse her. Her professionalism and attention to the matter were exemplary and helped bring a protentially acrimonious divorce to a smooth conclusion."

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Gail Saul

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is a reasonable knowledgeable attorney who works hard for her clients, and an experienced trial attorney."

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Camille Russell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is committed, knowledgeable and it shows in her performance/results both in and out of the courtroom."

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Lauren Riesenfeld

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kelly Rau

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kristen Clodfelter

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christina Suriani-Sardo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Mazzei

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristin Galison

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Fellin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Gail Saul

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Camille Russell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Owner and Managing Partner, The Law Offices of DiPaolo and DiPaolo, LLP

2010 - 2021

Trial Techniques Faculty Team Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2010 - 2016

Of Counsel, Lerner and Lerner, P.C.

2005 - 2021

Adjunct Professor, Nassau Community College

1998 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Nassau County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Women's Bar Association Nassau County

Member

2012 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee

2012 - Present

Criminal Courts Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Former Assistant District Attorney Association

Second Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Leroy Simmonds

Plea bargain

People v. Stephen Trantel

Plea bargain

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Education

1998

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

New York University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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