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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.
A Family Law Office for all your family's needs. More than 30 years experience as an trial attorney.
Your divorce is too important not to talk to us first. More than 30 years experience as an attorney.
Nothing is more important than your children and who has custody of your children. Over 30 yrs atty.
30 yrs attorney. Former Prosecutor. Agressive Defense. Nothing is more important than your freedom.
We represent Sellers, buyers and lenders. We do it right the first time. Over 30 yrs. experience.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
34 years | 750 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
39 years | 500 cases
Child Custody
20%
34 years | 500 cases
Real Estate
5%
34 years | 750 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-425 per hour
Contingency
25%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 38 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC
140 North Ocean Avenue, Unit A, Patchogue, NY, 11772
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Posted by Ann | July 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
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...
Posted by Susan | August 03, 2012 | Litigation
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...
Robert Walter Dapelo's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is always well prepared and extremely effective in court. Robert is an excellent attorney."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly recommended."
Michael Reilly
Divorce and separation lawyer
Douglas Borthwick
Lawsuits and disputes lawyer
Dawn Dapelo
Criminal defense lawyer
Susan Kassel
Divorce and separation lawyer
Patricia Issberner
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Award of Excellence, Missing and Exploited Children
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Proprietor, Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq.,PC
1987 - 1993
Senior Assistant District Attorney, Kings County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2009 - Present
Columbian Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Matrimonial Bar Association of Suffolk CountyMember
2003 - Present
Family Law CommitteeMember
2003 - Present
Criminal Court CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
District Court CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
Supreme Court CommitteeMember
1988 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Galen
Not Guilty
Asgar v. Uddin
Had pre-marital religious agreement struck down.
Micena v. Katz
Won Appeal.
Rose v. Rose
Won Appeal
In Matter of Berkhan v. Vessia
Won Appeal
People v. Candio
Not Guilty
Education
1987
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
City College of the City University of New York
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Long Island News Radio
Matrimonial and Family
2014
Divorce Course
Matrimonial and Family Law
2007
Developments in Real Estate
Lis Pendens and alienation of Property
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
With joint custody if i leave the state what happens
27 Jul 2010
Q&A
Can we sue our exterminator for carpenter ants if we have paid for many yr's to prevent and we now have an investation?
03 Jun 2010
Q&A
I do not agree to a legal separation that my husband wants, if I refuse to sign, will it be forced upon me by the court? (NYS)
26 May 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
New York State No Fault Divorce
28 Dec 2010
Legal Guide
Factors to Consider for Maintenance Under New York State Law
03 Jun 2010
Legal Guide
Factors for Distribution of Assets in Divorce Under New York State Law
03 Jun 2010