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Rory Durkin Gilhooley
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Biography
Rory Gilhooley was sworn in as a police officer with the Syracuse Police Department in 1994, where he served with distinction as a police officer for over 5 years and then detective in the Criminal Investigations Division for almost 20 years. During his decorated career he participated in thousands of investigations involving homicides, armed robberies, burglaries, assaults, arsons, and thefts. After graduating from Syracuse University Law School with high honors (magna cum laude) he took a two-year leave from the police department and served as a law clerk to the Justices of the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division. Mr. Gilhooley has also instructed police officers, deputy sheriffs, and state police officers locally and state-wide in various topical areas of constitutional criminal procedure.
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Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
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Rory Gilhooley, Esq.
250 Harrison St., Suite 302, Syracuse, NY, 13202
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Rory Durkin Gilhooley's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Litigation
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Great attorney.
Rory was recommended to me after a shift in focus of my case. I'll share more in 2027. Every conversation focused on what the child wanted and how important it was for the courts to support their wishes. Rory was fantastic, his advice was perfect. I won four trials with him over two years. Opposi...
Posted by Lindsay | January 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Child Custody Case
Hired Mr. Gilhooley for a complicated full custody case. He was a bull dog— his communication is thorough and he’s quick to respond when you have questions. Worth every penny! Prepares you for trial and his case is always solid.
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Outstanding
After making last minute decision in retaining Mr gilhooley for a family court case he only had a small window of time to prepare for my upcoming trial and gave 110 percent devotion to my case. I knew he cared about the outcome and genuinely believed in me and what I was fighting for in family court...
Rory Durkin Gilhooley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Rory is thorough, attentive, and a zealous advocate."
"Rory is once heck of an attorney. He is dedicated, hard working and genuinely cares about his clients. Rory is well-versed in the law and is extremely competent in the Courtroom."
"I have worked with Mr. Gilhooley on several cases in Family Court. He works diligently on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Work Experience
2000 - 2002
Law Clerk, New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division
1994 - 2021
Detective, Criminal Investigations Division, Syracuse Police Department
Education
2000
Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctor
1993
Suny Geneseo
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),
Publications
2015
The Daily Record
Man with Asperger's Gets Sole Child Custody
2014
New York Law Journal
Woman's Bid to End Boyfriend's Parental Rights is Rejected
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
What does this mean for my custody case??
09 Aug 2022
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Cause for emergency custody??
28 Jun 2022
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In a custody battle does the way parents treat each other matter in who gets placement or custody of the child? ?
11 Jun 2022