John Patrick Whiteman III

John Patrick Whiteman III

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Hauppauge, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

888 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 530, Hauppauge, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Quatela Chimeri, PLLC

888 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 530, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

Quatela Chimeri, PLLC

320 Old Country Road, Suite 206, Garden City, NY, 11530

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John Patrick Whiteman III's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

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Showing 46 - 50 of 60 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Robert | November 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Complete Satisfaction

I can't say enough about my experience with Joseph Law Group. I came to them at a very difficult time of my life. I was with a previous attorney for a few years and felt as if my rights were not fully represented. Additional to that, losing my Father I was very lost. I sat with Joseph Law Group and ...explained my situation and listened to what they said I could expect if they represented me. I decided to go ahead and hire them. I will say this, from the start I began to feel very comfortable with my decision and I trusted my attorney's plan for moving forward. Whenever I had a question about the so many unknowns in a divorce, which is an emotional process, I felt comfortable with my attorney's answers and plan. In the end, I could not be happier with the outcome. I highly recommend Joseph Law Group, Not only was my attorney amazing, but the office staff and whom ever I dealt with were all very accommodating and pleasant to deal with. I am now on my way to the next Peaceful chapter of my life.

Posted by James | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Extremely helpful

Throughout the divorce process John has been very professional, organized, thorough, and most importantly, always there to answer questions or provide updates so I never felt left in the dark. He presented options clearly and always explained the rationale behind his advice, while leaving the ultima...te decision to me. I thought it was also noteworthy that if a question came up outside of his purview, he let me know that it was the case and where I could seek a definitive answer. While the opposing attorney frequently made mistakes, had out of date information and disappeared for days, John was always spot on with everything in a timely matter and stood out all the more for it. With his guidance, we were thankfully able to come to an agreeable settlement without having to go too far into a trial.

Posted by Bryan | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

John Whitman lll

John’s a hands-on type a guy he’s very thorough and efficient he was my divorce lawyer I would highly recommend John to anyone that needs a divorce lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional excelkence

I retained John Whiteman for a tumultuous divorce case. Clearly, I was in over my head being that my ex was a high level finance executive and cleverly tried to pull the wool over my eyes while also being intimidating and scary. John was a godsend in his abilities to provide not only legal and financ...ial assistance, but even emotional support and understanding that went well above and beyond. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and relatable. He provided me with an exemplary agreement while seriously needing to fight fiercely for my rights. I am forever indebted to him, and highly recommend him for anyone needing an outstanding matrimonial attorney.

Posted by Marie | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing attorney

I made the best decision hiring John as my divorce attorney. When I chose John I did so for his knowledge and honesty . What I didn’t know was that I would be hiring someone who had my back 24/7, financially and mentally. John always remained professional, personable and focused no matter my mode ...of hysteria. I know that my daughter and I received the best representation.

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John Patrick Whiteman III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kim Cardalena

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John Whiteman is a very hard-working, thorough and intelligent attorney. It is always a pleasure working with him. Although he zealously represents his clients, he does so in a very professional manner which leads to an efficient and expeditious conclusion for his clients."

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Michael DiFalco

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John & I have worked together in a variety of ways, including working opposite one another on a matter in which he drafted an excellent, very thorough & fair agreement. He's level headed, pragmatic & results-oriented. Also, I trust John as a real resource for any legal question on which I may want a second opinion."

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Cheryl Mallis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Darren Shapiro

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John and I worked together to defend our clients against Family Offense allegations made against them. It was a hard fought battle, but John's tenacity and dedication was apparent throughout. We were victorious and I was very happy that I recommended his firm. I would recommend John or his firm again without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

New York Metro Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

New York Metro Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

New York Metro Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Matrimonial & Divorce Under 45, Ten Leaders

2002

Noel P. Laird Prize, Franklin & Marshall College

2002

Honors Scholarship, Hofstra University School of Law

1998

Presidential Scholarship, Franklin & Marshall College

1998

Perfect Attendance, Chaminade High School

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Quatela Chimeri, PLLC

2014 - 2023

Associate/Partner, Joseph Law Group, P.C.

2005 - 2014

Associate, Fass & Greenberg, LLP

2005 - 2005

Legal Intern, DaSilva, Hilowitz & McEvily, LLP

2004 - 2004

Summer Intern, Fischer & Burstein, P.C.

2003 - 2003

Judicial Intern, Ira Warshawsky, J.S.C

2002 - 2002

Office Assitant, Clifford J. Petroske, Esq.

Associations

2006 - Present

New York Family Law American Inn of Court

Associate

2005 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Family Law Committee

2005 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Matrimonial Law Committee

2005 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Nassau County Bar Association

Chair of Technology and Practice Management

Education

2005

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Franklin and Marshall College

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

1998

Chaminade High School

Speaking Engagements

2014

Association of Divorce Financial Planners

Understanding Retirement Assets in a Divorce

2013

Association Of Divorce Financial Planners

Disposing of Real Estate in a Chaotic Economy

2011

Nassau County Bar Association

The New Divorce Laws in New York State

Publications

2016

Nassau Lawyer Charging Lien: Stipulate and So Order

2015

The Matrimonial Strategist (LJN) The Impact of a Couple's Reconciliation on Their Settlement Agreement

2014

Nassau Lawyer Protective Your Fee: Lien on Me

2013

Nassau Lawyer In Accordance with Majauskas: The Perils of Generality

2011

Nassau Lawyer The Percentage Approach: Distributing the Marital Residence in an Era of Minimal Equity

2007

Nassau Lawyer Paternity by Estoppel: Are the Best interests of the Child Really Served by Court Ordered Parenthood?

Languages

English

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