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Biography
Stephen M. Orsetti has a diverse legal background, having started work in the legal field in 1998 and learned all facets of law from the most mundane tasks to the most complicated appellate work. After graduating from St. John’s University School of Law, Mr. Orsetti was immediately promoted to and excelled as Managing Attorney at a personal injury firm where he oversaw all attorneys’ work product and maintained orderly and efficient handling of cases. He then moved on to open his own law practice, the Law Offices of Stephen M. Orsetti, Esq., which he grew and expanded into a thriving general practice law firm for over 8 years before partnering with Ms. Curti to ensure a “one stop shop” for their mutual clients. Mr. Orsetti has extensive experience in all the various Courts of the Long Island and New York City metropolitan area, including their policies and procedure, having handled a multitude of different types of legal cases for satisfied clients. He is committed to ensuring each client is fully informed and understands the law and their options prior to the client rendering a decision on what they feel is in their best interests. Mr. Orsetti is admitted to practice in the States of New York and Connecticut (retired) and is a member of the New York State Bar Association.
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All of us, at any age and in any walk of life, should have proper estate planning done to ensure our wishes are carried out upon our deaths. Creative and innovative estate planning is essential, and we always ensure our clients’ planning is tailor made specifically for them.
Many other miscellaneous matters, such as property disputes between neighbors or various other disagreements, can be stressful. Let Mr. Orsetti explain your rights to you and give you options for how to handle these matters.
Personal injuries can happen to anyone at any time: car accidents, slips and falls, assaults – you name it. When you or a loved one are injured, including wrongful death, Mr. Orsetti can assist you to obtain the maximum benefits you are entitled to under the law.
When a loved one passes away with or without a Will, we then handle the probate or administration of the Estate from soup to nuts, explaining the process and ensuring the smoothest transition to avoid additional stress upon you.
Buying or selling a home, condo, coop, or business? Need a Lease or want one reviewed? Let us explain the process to you and put your mind at ease on what can be a very stressful endeavor. We want you to be happy at the end and see it was all worth it!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
20%
23 years
General Practice
20%
23 years
Personal Injury
20%
27 years
Probate
20%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 385-475 per hour
Contingency
33%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 21 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Orsetti & Curti, PLLC
(866) 809-3391
Fax
(631) 412-9101
Fax
1130 North Broadway, Suites 130,150,160, Massapequa, NY, 11758
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Stephen M. Orsetti's Reviews
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Posted by Eric | February 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Buying and Selling Home
Stephen and his team - Ginamarie in particular - were wonderful helping us sell our apartment and buy a new one. The processes involved in New York are complex and confusing, and Stephen and company were helpful every step of the way, including providing helpful information included in our contracts ...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Review for Stephen Orsetti
This lawyer was very helpful settling my deceased mother's estate. He dealt with probate, through the court system. He helped with the closing of my mother's condo. He gave good advice about how to set up(with a very good recommendation) an estate account with a bank. He was responsible for distribut...
Posted by Rachel | September 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
He made a horrible experience incredible!
Stephen is professional, knows what he is doing and is easy to work with. I had a nightmare situation that was beyond uncommon and he was so accommodating holding my hand through the whole process ensuring I was covered.
Posted by Audra | December 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Been our lawyer for multiple cases
He has done multiple cases for us from personal injury, real estate, and property cases. He is always helpful with advice. Straight forward about what the next step is in the process. He does not like to waste your time! He fights hard for your rights and knows the law. I would recommend him to anyon...
Posted by Jim | June 10, 2015 | Real Estate
Great lawyer; no complaints
Stephen has helped me with a name change and several real estate dealings. He is extremely knowledgeable about many aspects of law. Not only is he easily accessible, he is patient and willing to answer any question you may have in understandable language, not legalese. His work-ethic and profess...
Stephen M. Orsetti's Lawyer Endorsements
"I heard him speak at a meeting about estate planning and was amazed at his knowledge on the subject. He is smart and approachable. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred Stephen to my clients to handle their residential real estate, estate planning and personal injury matters. The client feedback I received has been glowing."
"I proudly endorse this attorney. Mr. Orsetti's preparedness, attention to detail, and responsiveness, make him a colleague with whom I am always happy to work. I highly recommend him."
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"I endorse this lawyer as he is professional, attentive and knowledgeable in various practice areas."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is detail oriented, and very knowledgeable about even unusual procedural rules,"
"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable, and result driven. Highly recommended. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Orsetti is an excellent Attorney. I have worked with him on various matrimonial and civil matters and have always been impressed with his knowledgeable of many aspects of the law. He is a strong advocate and a formidable adversary."
"Mr. Orsetti is a seasoned attorney, well versed in many aspects of the law. It has been a pleasure to work with him for over a decade in a variety of matters."
Shana Curti
Divorce and separation lawyer
Olga Rodriguez
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Orsetti & Curti, PLLC
2006 - 2014
Owner, Law Offices of Stephen M. Orsetti, Esq.
2004 - 2006
Managing Attorney, Scott Baron & Associates, P.C.
1998 - 2004
Paralegal, Scott Baron & Associates, P.C.
Associations
2020 - Present
Grove Manor Owners, Inc.President of the Board of Directors
2004 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Grove Manor Owners, Inc.Vice President of the Board of Directors
2007 - 2009
Task Force to Governor on Adverse PossessionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Chavez-Lezama v. Gao et al.
Case dismissed against our client. The Appellate court agreed with us and reversed the lower court.
Dankenbrink v. Dankenbrink
Appellate court agreed with us. Order reversed and motion denied. Judgment of Divorce reinstated.
NYS DMV v. Winnacott
Proposed revocation by DMV denied. Client's license reinstated.
McManus v. Klein et al.
Appellate Court agreed with us. Order reversed and case reinstated. As a result, the Village settled with our client.
Education
2004
St John's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Hofstra University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Marist College
N/A - transfer
Speaking Engagements
2025
RED Connections
Personal Injury law
2025
RED Connections
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
2025
RED Connections
Estate Planning
2024
RED Connections
Personal Injury law
2024
RED Connections
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
2024
RED Connections
Estate Planning
2023
RED Connections
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
2023
RED Connections
Estate Planning
2023
New York State Bar Association
CPLR 2023 Update-CLE Attended and Completed
2023
National Academy of Continuing Legal Education
Handling Current Legal Ethical Issues VSKU: EPR052- CLE Attended
2023
National Academy of Continuing Legal Education
Following the Money: A Primer on Fraudulent Transfer Litigation for the Uninitiated VSKU: BNK6500 -CLE Attnedee
2023
National Academy of Continuing Legal Education
E-Signatures: Managing the New Reality VSKU: SKL7900 CLE Attendee
2022
National Academy of Continuing Legal Education
Implicit Bias: “I’m Not Like You…Except That I Am” VSKU: EOB2600- CLE Attended
2021
Suffolk County Bar Association
Uncontested E-Filing in Matrimonial Matters- CLE Attended
2021
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Negotiations- CLE Attended
Publications
2007
New York State Bar Association, Task Force on Adverse Possession
Adverse Possession in New York: The Disparity and Inconsistency of the Law and the Need for Clarification
Languages
English