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.
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Family Attorney | Aug 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jan 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Oct 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 06
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Co-worker
"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."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"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."