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Michelle DiPaolo
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About Michelle
Biography
Trial Practice beginning in law school through my career as a Prosecutor and continuing in my own practice that I run with my husband, Anthony C. DiPaolo. My courtroom skills allow me the ability to cross over into many practice areas including but not limited to criminal, matrimonial, family and personal injury law. Our firm also specializes in Wills, Trusts and Estates as well as Real Estate. I have appeared on 48 hours Hard Evidence on CBS and American Greed on CNBC regarding my role as a Prosecutor of a Bank Robbing former stock broker. Including the practice of law, I am currently an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice at Nassau Community College, the third largest college in New York State.
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
Family
20%
21 years
Criminal Defense
10%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 27 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Dipaolo & Dipaolo, LLP
(516) 977-1631
Fax
1130 North Broadway, Suite 220, Massapequa, NY, 11758
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Posted by Nash | June 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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...
Posted by Giovanna | May 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 ...
Posted by James | April 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Frustrated and disappointed
After over 2 years of constant delays (multiple "attorneys only" hearings) with my case, I was repeatedly told by Michelle DiPaolo's associate Christina that the opposing attorney's office was the reason for the lack of progress in my case. Meanwhile, I had already paid over 15,000 in retainers wit...
Michelle DiPaolo
Replied last April 14, 2025Hello James - I am sorry that you felt unsatisfied, but as you know we do not choose how a Court handles their conferences. The Court decides whether the conferences are held attorneys only or not, we do not get to decide that. When an adversary is unreasonable, a matter goes on longer than it should if we do not immediately move the matter to Court because the negotiations go nowhere, which increases legal fees. However, I can only advise, our clients ultimately make the decision. By not immediately moving the matter to Court it allows the other side to delay, causing unnecessary and increased legal fees. While I understand people are hesitant to go to Court because they feel that increases legal fees, it actually saves legal fees because a timeline gets put in place that moves the matter along. Your frustration is understandable, but we advise and make recommendations to move a matter along quicker and with less legal fees - ultimately our client makes the decision on whether to follow them. I am happy to discuss this with you further should you choose, feel free to contact my office if you would like to discuss same.
Michelle DiPaolo's Lawyer Endorsements
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle has demonstrated that she is a knowledgeable, thorough, attentive and professional attorney."
"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is a reasonable knowledgeable attorney who works hard for her clients, and an experienced trial attorney."
"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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Experience
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 CountyMember
2012 - Present
Nassau County Bar Association, Matrimonial Law Committee
2012 - Present
Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Former Assistant District Attorney AssociationSecond Vice President
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Leroy Simmonds
Plea bargain
People v. Stephen Trantel
Plea bargain
Education
1998
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
New York University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Activity
Legal Answers