Joseph F. Buono

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Joseph F. Buono

4.3
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 13 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Fishkill, NY
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Family, Criminal Defense

804 Route 9, Suite 4, Fishkill, NY

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About Joseph

Biography

Helping New Yorkers from New York City to the Capital Region navigate their legal challenges.

Serving clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies by seeking out the best possible resolution.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Ability Impaired - Drugs, Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, misdemeanors and felonies.

40%
Family 35%

Family Offense and Custody Petitions, Support Petitions, Support Modification Petitions, Grandparent Visitation, Violation Petitions, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Matrimonial Litigation, Separation Agreements, Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements.

35%
Criminal Defense 25%

DWI/DUI, Drug Possession, Drug Sales, Assault, Burglary, Financial Crimes, Computer Crimes.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 13 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2013

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 11 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2014

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Joseph F. Buono

804 Route 9, Suite 4, Fishkill, NY, 12524

josephbuonolaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Joseph online.

Joseph F. Buono's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patrick | January 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Knowledgeable Lawyer and Effective Communicator

I was ticketed on the Taconic while moving to Virginia. Needless to say, I did not want to make the trip back up to NY to fight the charges! Joe represented me in court and succeeded in getting my charges and fine reduced. He communicated effectively throughout the process, which I appreciated greatl...y as I dealt with settling in to a new city.

Posted by Patrick | January 14, 2019 | Contracts & Agreements

Great Experience

Joseph is a knowledgable lawyer who takes the time to explain things in a way that's immediately understandable. Anytime I have a contract to sign, I send it over to Joseph to take a look because I know he has my best interest in mind and he'll be able to give me a picture of what exactly I'm signing..., which always makes me breathe a little easier. I'm looking forward to continuing to have Joseph as my legal counsel.

Posted by Francie | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Joe saved the day!

I can't even express how lucky I am to have met Joe. He helped me out tremendously with a huge out of state speeding ticket and I would probably have had to pay a fortune in fines and gotten many more points on my license if he hadn't been there for me. Great communication with quick responses. The b...est!

Posted by Jairo | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Residential

A Great Lawyer To Work With

In the process of getting my house and when came down to finding a lawyer, Joe Buno was the first person that came to mind to handle the job. As first time homeowner he was available to answer all my questions and most of all able to accommodate my crazy work schedule to meet up and get the job done ...in a timely manner. While we had few bumps in the process, Joe was there to make sure things were handled in a respectful manner. His friendly personality and knowledge of law made things easier and reassuring for my wife and I, that things are well taken care of. If you need a lawyer, I would highly recommend Joe for your legal need.

Posted by Gina Pecchia | August 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Don’t waste your time.

Joseph reeled me and my mother in, costing us 8 grand. For a custody case that went from I had final decision making & bio dad every other weekend 1 mid week visit. Her life was flipped upside down and given 50/50 to someone who dropped his responsibilities as a father for 5 months straight. He just ...disappeared. (Judge Martin also favors fathers) My daughter struggled extremely hard with this. Joe, informed me to take videos of the exchanges, I did, for what? I’m not sure. He did not care to watch them, he said it himself. “I’m not watching those videos sorry.” He then had us pay another 4grand for trial, he told us if we don’t go to trial he would refund money back. We didn’t go to trial, he actually lied and said he sent out one affidavit to cove care center(costing him 250$), but when I called and asked they said they never received any such thing. We went to get a refund and he took back his word and didn’t refund us a penny. He then knew what he did was wrong so started to cover up his wrongs by going to a child support hearing for me. (3 total) and the third ending in him once again lying. Telling me after the judge had asked Joe to call me and discuss the situation. We did, he promised me after I agreed to dropping the violation for no payment and an increase in support- ONLY because Joe said himself he would sit down with me and file all of this and be there. I asked him more than once are you sure Joe because I’m only doing this if you can still help me. He said yes I’m sure. He even made an appointment with me for August 13th. He then said he won’t be doing it. Told me to do it myself. He also said “I will put my name on it if your daughter is caught with (a man who was arrested for touching himself infront of 13 year old girls) this man being my daughters fathers, bestfriend. Well, my friend who works at Dunkin’ Donuts in Patterson served them at the drive through after his arrest. I told Joe, he didn’t even acknowledge it. I don’t suggest even taking him on unless you want to be lied to and be given false promises. & have your child and yourself completely failed. Also he takes forever to answer when it’s actually important. Then has so many excuses as to why. Told me he had cases that are more important than mine. From the day we met him he seemed to be a great guy, until he got his money. He got his money and didn’t keep his word on anything he said. Only covered up his wrongs to avoid bad reviews and the truth of this attorney.

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Joseph F. Buono's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Catallo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Buono’s experience, knowledge and professionalism make him a true asset to the legal field. His expertise in criminal defense and family law give his clients a much needed edge."

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Terrence Dwyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe is an excellent criminal defense attorney, particularly in the area of DWI felony and misdemeanor cases. In addition, he has extensive experience handling other criminal defense cases. Joe is also a highly regarded attorney in the area of matrimonial law and family law."

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Todd Carpenter

Unknown lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an excellent attorney and exemplary human being. In addition to his ability to understand and resolve complex areas of law, Joe is able to relate those concepts to his clients in understandable terms, while at the same time exhibiting true compassion to all of his clients. I strongly endorse Joe Buono."

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Kristen Verrino

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph is a passionate and knowledgeable attorney who will give your case the time and attention it deserves. I highly recommend Joe."

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Anthony Cillis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph is a passionate attorney who advocates zealously for his clients and truly cares about their well-being. He is extremely detailed in his writing and one of the finest attorneys in the community."

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John Ventosa

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an intelligent, competent and thorough attorney who works hard for his clients and pays strong attention to detail. You are in great hands with Joe as your lawyer."

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Michael Catallo

Workers compensation lawyer

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Angela Zagreda

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Terrence Dwyer

Sexual harassment lawyer

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Todd Carpenter

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Ventosa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Coleman

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Attorney, The Law Office of Joseph F. Buono

2016 - 2019

Associate Attorney, Jonna Spilbor Law

2014 - 2015

Principal Attorney, Law Office of Joseph F. Buono

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Environmental Law Institute in Washington, D.C

2010 - 2010

Intern, Judge in Dutchess County, NY

Associations

2012 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Education

2012

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Dutchess County Home Inspectors Continuing Education Conference

Business Law Concerns for Home Inspectors

Languages

English

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