About Dean
Biography
Mr. Villani graduated from Touro Law Center, magna cum laude where he served as a Research Editor for the Touro Law Review. Prior to opening his own firm, Mr. Villani was an attorney with two prominent matrimonial firms in Suffolk and Nassau County, New York. He has experience representing clients in complex matrimonial, custody and support proceedings.
Mr. Villani is admitted to practice in the State of New York. He is on the Board of Directors for the Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar Association and is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Suffolk County Bar Association and the Huntington Lawyer's Club.
Practice Areas
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Cost
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in New York for 11 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Dean M. Villani, P.C.
638 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY, 11788
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Dean M. Villani's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Very disappointed!
I felt a bit forced to settle for 50% custody. From the beginning, I expressed my concerns. He was more interested in coming to an agreement with the other party. I felt that he wasn’t doing his job to defending me as a lawyer should. Then he just stopped showing up to my court dates. On one of the ...
Dean M. Villani's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dean has been a colleague and mentor of mine in the matrimonial and family law community for many years. He is extremely well-versed in all areas of matrimonial and family law and I cannot speak more highly of his character."
"I initially met Dean through the Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar Association where he serves as a board member. Mr. Villani and I have also opposed each other on several matters and I have found him to be not just a gentleman in the courtroom, but a also zealous and effective advocate for his clients."
"A highly effective advocate who cares about his clients. I've known him since law school, and then we were colleagues at the same firm. He carries himself like an attorney who has been practicing for 20+ years, and his knowledge of matrimonial and family law is surpassed only by his zeal and tenacity. I endorse him."
"Dean is a wonderful asset to the Matrimonial Bar. He is very compassionate and sharp in all areas of divorce and family law. Dean takes the time to explain things in detail to his clients and removes any doubts they may have going through the divorce process. I recommend Dean to anyone seeking a true advocate for their divorce."
"Mr. Villani skillfully advocates for his clients with knowledge and professionalism . He is highly effective and a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Intelligent and hardworking. Dean is dedicated to providing superior service to his clients."
"Dean is a terrific lawyer with a pedigree that far surpasses his years. His desire to improve his practice skills and reputation with the bench translate to effective advocacy and representation of clients."
"Dean has proven to be a true asset to the field of matrimonial and family law. He is very hard-working and an excellent advocate for his clients. Dean always remains professional under all circumstances and is honest and straight-forward with both clients and colleagues."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Dean Villani, Esq. Unfortunately, I was limited to only selecting one option under the relationship dropdown, but Dean and I attended law school together, served as editors on the Law Review together, and have been opposing counsel on a divorce proceeding. I consider Dean a friend as well as a highly effective advocate for his clients. He is trustworthy, diligent, and extremely personable. Clients will undoubtedly be well-served by Dean's advocacy and knowledge of all areas of matrimonial and family law."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Lead Counsel Rated, Thompson Reuters
2013
ABA/BNA Award for Excellence, Touro Law Center
2013
Selected to serve on the Editorial Board (Research Editor), Touro Law Center - Law Review
2012
Selected to serve on the Editorial Board (Research Editor), Touro Law Center - Law Review
Work Experience
2015 - 2017
Associate, Tabat, Cohen, Blum & Yovino, PC
2013 - 2015
Associate, Campagna Johnson, P.C.
2012 - 2013
Research Editor, Touro Law Review, Touro Law Center
Associations
2013 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Suffolk County Matrimonial Bar AssociationMember
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2014
2012
Languages
English