Phillip John Jusino

Phillip John Jusino

4.4
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Smithtown, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

50 Karl Avenue, Suite 302, Smithtown, NY

About Phillip

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 15%

11 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 35 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1990

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 36 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1989

Permanent Retirement

No misconduct found

Location

Phillip J. Jusino

50 Karl Avenue, Suite 302, Smithtown, NY, 11787

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Phillip John Jusino's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Unsatisfied client

I hired Mr. Jusino for a criminal case . He never informed me that this was not his specialty and that his law firm specialized more in family law and divorces . When I needed him to stand next to me in front of the judge he was never available and would always send someone else who did not know ...my case at all !!! UnFortunately because of his misrepresentation of lack of experience with criminal cases my professional life has been destroyed !!!

Phillip Jusino

Replied last October 25, 2019

When I saw this anonymous review, I had to respond. To begin with, I have been representing criminal defendants for the past 28 years and before that I served as Suffolk County District Attorney and am well versed in criminal law. For the anonymous person who left this review to state or imply that I am not well versed in criminal law is a lie. If this person is real and did in fact hire me, they would have known my background which is easily accessible on my website. In fact, if they had come into my office, they would have seen my Assistant District Attorney badge hanging on my wall. Because this person came in as anonymous, I cannot even be sure that this is a real review and I am not a position to comment on any specifics because not even what he or she describes is something that I am familiar with. Secondly, unless I am on trial or unable to attend a specific court appearance, I am the attorney that appears on the client’s behalf. If I cannot make it, I give the client the option for the matter to be adjourned or I send in the attorney that is of counsel to my firm who is also a former District Attorney. I would never send a client to court without proper representation. It is unfortunate that people are allowed to leave reviews and remain anonymous. Imagine if someone accused you publicly of something and could hide behind the shield of anonymity. How would you like it? Is it fair? Certainly not. I have been a practicing attorney for over 30 years and enjoy an excellent reputation in the legal community and beyond.

Posted by Edward A. | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

ACOD! GREAT DEAL

After he took my case, i called a lot cuz this was my 1st time in trouble and I was nervous and Mr. Jusino and his staff always eased my concerns. They sent me every letter they sent to the DA on my case so i could see that Mr. Jusino was reaching out almost every week as the DA wasn't getting back. ...cuz Mr. Jusino was so persistent, the DA finally called back and Mr. Jusino was able to discuss my case with her before court and worked out a better deal. I got ACOD and if i stay out of trouble for the year the charge goes away and there will be nothing on my record. Very happy & relieved. recommend to anyone looking for a great criminal attorney who actually CARES!!

Posted by Joe | August 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Phil is a fighter for fathers rights!

My case was quite complicated, I had no legal custody of my daughter and her mother was planning to flee to Florida with my daughter. First order of business Phil got the judge to order a temporary stay of residence. My ex couldn't remove her from the residence where I couldn't protect her. The case ...went to trial where she wouldn't agree to a deal, Phil wasn't worried. When the trial began I had my key witness testify against her and totally shut her case down. The judge and the law gaurdian sided with me and Phil on everything and we won the case. Phil was very professional and fought hard to protect mine and my daughters best interests. My daughter and I are extremely happy together now and she tells everyone my dad is my hero because he fought for me. So many fathers dont step up to the plate for their kids and those that do usually lose custody to the mothers because of a sexist family court system. However because it was clear that I was the better parent and because I retained Phil who fought very hard for my daughter and I. I won the case and it was the single greatest victory of my life, and Phil Jusino and his helpful staff got to be a key part of it. I highly recomend Phillip J. Jusino to fight for your parental rights, he paved the way to a happy future for me and my daughter. I know he can do the same for you.

Posted by Bill | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney

The Best!

Phil was outstanding in every way. His staff was always in the loop and able to help if Phil was in court. His knowledge and professionalism definitely makes him stand apart from other attorneys. And, he did not cause me to take out a second mortgage to handle my case!!!

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

2015 Top 100 Lawyer, ASLA

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - 1993

Adjunct Professor, Dowling College

1991 - 1998

Attorney, Young, Toupin & Gearty

1990 - 1990

Assistant District Attorney, Domestic Violence Unit of District Court Bureau

1989 - 1991

Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Standing On Principal 103.9FM Radio Show

Co-Host

2014 - Present

Middle Country Chamber of Commerce

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trial by Jury

Not Guilty

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Education

1989

Fordham Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Fordham University College of Business

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2014

Suffolk County Lawyer Retrograde Extrapolation

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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