Licensed for 35 years

State NY

Acquired 1987

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Robert Walter Dapelo

Divorce and separation Attorney at Patchogue, NY

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Bob Dapelo is the best attorney EVER!

A lawyer you can trust

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Practice areas

Divorce and separation

50%

We handle all types of matrimonial matters, from the simple uncontested divorce to the complex contested divorce of business owners and contested custody matters. Our attorneys are in court almost every day that the Court is in session.
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31 years, 750 cases
Criminal defense

25%

I was a prosecutor for over 6 years and have been a criminal defense attorney for over 14 years. We handl all types of criminal matters, from simple traffic matters to complex narcotics defense.
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36 years, 500 cases
Child custody

20%

We handle all custody matters, both contested matrimonial matters and contested family court matters.

31 years, 500 cases
Real estate

5%

We handle all real estate matters. Condos, coops, residential real estate, commercial real estate and bank attorney closings.

31 years, 750 cases

A FAMILY LAW OFFICE FOR ALL YOUR FAMILY'S NEEDS. MORE THAN 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS AN TRIAL ATTORNEY.

The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC was established in 1997 to provide the highest caliber of legal services in the area of divorce, family law, custody, visitation, criminal, traffic, real estate, personal injury and litigation matters. Robert W. Dapelo, Esq. the owner and Chief Executive Officer of The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC has been admitted for the practice of law in since 1987. Robert W. Dapelo, Esq. spent the first six years of his career in the Kings County District Attorney's Office in Brooklyn, New York prosecuting narcotics cases, wiretap investigations, and major felony matters. In 1993 he left the King's County District Attorney's Office in a supervisory capacity. This Office strives to use the best and most advance techniques to maximize the client's chances for success in all areas. I invite you to explore this Office for all your legal needs. We are a family law office for all your family's needs.

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Top Contributor

2012

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The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC

(631) 557-6885 Office

140 North Ocean Avenue, Unit A

Patchogue, NY, 11772

robertdapelo.com/

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8 customer reviews

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Posted by Kelley | April 27, 2010

Bob Dapelo is the best attorney EVER!

Bob handled a custody matter for me with an excellent outcome! He is very knowledgable and extremely aggressive. You'll never doubt that he has your best interests at heart. Bob is so easy to talk to and he'll always be honest no matter what. I would recommend Mr. Dapelo to anyone who wants a good outcome in thir case.

Posted by Gene | October 28, 2009

A lawyer you can trust

Mr. Dapelo is a man of action, dedication and fully vested in whatever situation his clients are in. He has a brillant mind who knows NY State Law and this knowledge will benefit you no matter what your leagal needs are. Mr. Dapelo is currently handling our purchase of a small business and we are extremy pleased with his expertise and professionalism.

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Posted by Jimmy | October 26, 2021

Retained Bob for nearly two decades

I’ve been using Bob for a very very long time. Everything from false criminal complaints , child custody battles- to child support issues , Bob has professionally handled all with ease !!! I currently have SOLE-LEGAL and RESIDENTIAL of “ALL “my children thanks to Bob. Don’t waste your time with attorneys that tell you want to hear…… Bob tells you like it is and gets the job done . Thanks Bob !

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Posted by anonymous | November 3, 2015

Confident and Intelligent professional

Robert Dapelo did an excellent job representing me in court. I am very grateful that I hired a knowledgable and experienced lawyer. For the first time, I was summoned to court. I was very stressed dealing with my ex and going through a very difficult time in my life. Robert Dapelo by my side made me feel comfortable and eased my anxiety. He was very aggressive and confident in the court room. In court, Robert demanded justice and I was very pleased with the outcome. You're in good hands if Robert Dapelo is your lawyer.

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Posted by Veronica | September 16, 2013

Aggressive and tough lawyer

This lawyer argued for me when no one else would and helped me and my kids get the money we needed to live.

Posted by Sharon | December 16, 2010

Very trustworthy and knowledgeable attorney

Mr. Dapelo has handled several family court matters for me and he has been understanding of my family problems and caring for the welfare of my family. He is very informed about the law and uses his knowledge to help me and my family very much. Without his help the system would have been no help to me.

Posted by Ann | July 14, 2020

co signed car issue with ex

I have had this lawyer for years and has done very little with any progress and not even a court date after serving papers for YEARS. Makes excuses and does not communicate unless I call, every time he talks to me like I'm bothering him and does not make any progress calls. I have talked to him maybe 6 7 times in 2 and1/2 YEARS. Horrible experience and advice. Suggested to have my credit go bad and just stop paying a loan. So all he did was some paper work, $3000 later and nothing done for YEARS to resolve issue. Zero stars if I could

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Posted by Susan | August 3, 2012

Had a bad experience with this lawyer

THis lawyer advised me to file a motion, then did not advocate for me on that motion. He also seemed to forget he advised me to file this motion. He does not return phone calls, and is very abrupt when he does. He charged me for the motion and did not take the time to explain everything to me when it was over. I wasted a lot of money

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AVVO RATING 9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

Proprietor
Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq.,PC
1997 - Present

Senior Assistant District Attorney
Kings County District Attorney's Office
1987 - 1993

Education

Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1987

City College of the City University of New York
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984

Legal Cases

People v. Galen
Not Guilty

People v. Candio
Not Guilty

Asgar v. Uddin
Had pre-marital religious agreement struck down.

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Associations

Columbian Lawyers Association
Member
2009 - Present

Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk County
Member
2008 - Present

Family Law Committee
Member
2003 - Present

Criminal Court Committee
Member
2003 - Present

District Court Committee
Member
2002 - Present

Supreme Court Committee
Member
2002 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association
Member
1988 - Present

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

Honors and Awards

Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2017

Award of Excellence
Missing and Exploited Children
2008

Speaking Engagements

Long Island News Radio
Matrimonial and Family
2017

Divorce Course
Matrimonial and Family Law
2014

Developments in Real Estate
Lis Pendens and alienation of Property
2007

Attorney endorsements

Received (4)

Given (5)

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George Nickel

Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Susan Kassel

Divorce and separation Attorney | May 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is always well prepared and extremely effective in court. Robert is an excellent attorney."

Patricia Issberner

Criminal defense Attorney | May 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"When I was a prosecutor I recall how Mr. Dapelo worked tirelessly for his clients. I now have the occasion to watch him on trial and I see that he commands the respect of the bench and the bar. I highly recommend Mr. Dapelo."