Russell Warren Dombrow

Russell Warren Dombrow

also known as Russell Dombrow, Russ Dombrow

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Litigation Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Foreclosure, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

499 South Warren Street, Suite 405, Syracuse, NY

About Russell

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 52%

Consumer Protection, Deceptive & Unfair Trade Practices, Auto Fraud, Wrongful Repossessions (I do not represent debt collectors or car dealers.)

16 years

52%
Foreclosure 20%

Foreclosure Defense, HAMP, Loan Modification (I do not represent parties seeking to foreclose on homeowners or landowners.)

14 years

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 13, Chapter 15; Debt Settlement; Debt Workout; Debtors' Rights

16 years

15%
International Law 2%

International Business, International Trade, Co-Counsel with Foreign Attorneys on Cross-Border Matters

16 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-425 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2010

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Dombrow Law Firm

499 South Warren Street, Suite 405, Syracuse, NY, 13202-2609

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Russell Warren Dombrow's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Landlord & Tenant

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2015 | Landlord & Tenant

Client review

I was in desperate need for a civil lawyer regarding a landlord/tenant issue and had no idea who to go to until I found Mr. Dombrow. I called him and he gave me guidance as to what to do for the initial proceeding. After that he gave me such good advise and took the time to sit with me in order for m...e to represent myself in court. He took the time to go over everything and I was in awe at all the certifications on his office walls. He is a very caring , knowledgeable lawyer. I would and will recommend him to anybody that needs a lawyer. He is AWESOME

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Russell Warren Dombrow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Granvold

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. Why? If all attorneys providing answers on AVVO took the time to completely try and answer a question in detail showing like Mr. Dombrow does, their knowledge, accurate and complete and thorough advice, then AVVO would have the cream of the crop. Look at all his over 1,000 answers to questions and you can see why Russell is entitled to such a great endorsement. Russell does not simply answer: Get an attorney. Rather, he tries to explain the answer and thus why an attorney is needed in fact. Great job and appreciated by a peer in Washington State. I highly recommend this attorney for any bankruptcy-related work"

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Stephanie Quigley

Litigation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Russell is a thorough attorney that will zealously advocate for his clients."

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Joshua Bannister

Foreclosure lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Mcgeehan

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Friend

"I went to law school with Russell and he is now my go to lawyer for any matters in New York State. Always professional and always standing by to help. He is a great guy and a great friend."

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Benjamin Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for criminal defense. Mr. Dombrow's comments on Avvo indicate a high level of expertise in criminal law."

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Jason Zeigler

Litigation lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We all have attorneys we go to when we want to bounce some ideas off of another attorney. Russell is one of those attorneys whose opinion I respect. He has a common sense approach to the law and his case. He is also very personable. I recommend this attorney."

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Jeannine Goche

Unknown lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Lewis

Litigation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dombrow is one of the finest attorneys in his state. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Robert von Dohlen

Litigation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Smollens

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dumbrow possesses a keen insight to the nuance of New York Landlord and Tenant and Real Estate law. He freely shares with persons in need of guidance from an experienced attorney the knowledge gained from his career from his Legal Aid and Legal Services days and through his own practice of law."

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Ingrid Gherman

Litigation lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to questions asked on AVVO are thoughtful and accurate."

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Ruben Martinez

Immigration lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Michael Doland

Litigation lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The answers of Mr. Dombrow are very practical, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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William Housley

Litigation lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."

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Ronna DeLoe

Litigation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dombrow provides excellent answers on Avvo and is an asset to the legal community. I am proud to endorse this lawyer."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."

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Luis Guerra

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is an honor to endorse Attorney Dombrow. He is truly a brilliant attorney. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Other

"I endorse as a fantastic and knowledgeable attorney. Has a stellar reputation in the community for providing high quality representation and results for clients!"

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Ian Lyngklip

Consumer protection lawyer

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Christa Dunsmore

Family lawyer

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Timothy Fennell

Litigation lawyer

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Carl Depalma

Litigation lawyer

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Steven Smollens

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Anthony Colleluori

Litigation lawyer

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Barbie Lieber

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Luis Guerra

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Outstanding Volunteer Award, American Bar Association, International Law Section

2009

Best Teleconference Award, American Bar Association, International Law Section

2008

Outstanding Outreach Efforts Award, American Bar Association, International Law Section

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney-Owner, Dombrow Law Firm

2011 - 2012

Staff Attorney, Legal Services of Central New York

2010 - 2011

Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York

Associations

2014 - Present

Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Real Property Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Cayuga County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Central New York Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Member

2010 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, International Law Section, Publications Committee

Deputy Publications Officer

2010 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section

Member

2010 - Present

New York State Bar Association, International Section

Member

2008 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association, International Law Section

Member

2014 - 2016

American Bar Association, International Law Section, International Private Client Committee

Co-chair

2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association, Upstate NY Chapter

Member

2013 - 2015

American Bar Association, International Law Section, International Litigation Committee

Vice Chair

2012 - 2015

New York State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section Trial Academy

Videographer-Critique Faculty

2010 - 2011

American Bar Association, International Law Section, Young Lawyers' Interest Network

Co-chair

2010 - 2015

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2009 - 2010

American Bar Association, International Law Section, 2010 International Practice Boot Camp

Co-Chair

2008 - 2009

American Bar Association, International Law Section, 2009 Fall Meeting

Co-Chair

2008 - 2010

American Bar Association, International Law Section, Young Lawyers' Interest Network

Vice Chair

2008 - 2010

American Bar Association, International Law Section, Outreach Committee

Co-chair

2007 - 2008

American Bar Association, International Law Section, Outreach Committee

Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

PNC v. Hendershot (Broome County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

Nationstar v. Washburn (Oneida County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

JPMorgan Chase v. Patterson (Monroe County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

First Niagara Bank v. Mayne (Erie County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

In re J.D. (ODAR- Syracuse)

Won

People v. Armstead (Syracuse City Court)

Settled- Client Pled Guilty to Reduced Charges

Wells Fargo v. Shufelt (Albany County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

HSBC v. Dicioccio (Erie County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

Wells Fargo v. Dobransky (Lewis County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

People v. Jackson (Conquest Town Justice Court)

Pled Guilty to Menacing 2nd and Harrassment 2nd - Sentenced to Time Served

People v. Berg (Weedsport Village Justice Court)

Dismissed- Speedy Trial

U.S. Bank v. Wall (Schoharie County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

Wells Fargo v. Holmes (Schenectady County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

E.D. v. L.L. (Cayuga County Family Court)

Won

Bank of America v. Ryan (Broome County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

In re C.S. (ODAR)

Won

Wells Fargo v. Vermette (Onondaga County Supreme Court)

Settled- Client Obtained Loan Modification

Ryan v. Ryan (Seneca County Family Court)

Client won sole physical and legal custody of child

People v. Squires, Jr. (Syracuse City Court)

Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal

T.W. v. B.W. (Cayuga County Family Court)

Settled

People v. Fletcher (Aurelius Town Justice Court)

Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal

People v. Lee (Syracuse City Court)

Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal

People v. Sheffield (Liverpool Village Justice Court & Syracuse City Court)

Settled

People v. Stampp (Cato Town Justice Court)

Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal

R.O. v. M.S. (Onondaga County Family Court)

Settled- Client Received Joint Physical and Legal Custody of Child

In re K.B. (ODAR)

Won

Shafer & Jackson v. Bel-Air North, Inc. (Auburn City Court)

Won

T.G. v. J.W. (Cayuga County Family Court)

Settled

People v. Clark (Syracuse City Court)

Adjourned in Contemplation of Dismissal

In re P.H. (ODAR)

Won

In re D.M. (ODAR)

Won

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Education

2006

Nova Southeastern Univ. S

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

McGill University Faculty of Law

Certificate

2003

Nova Southeastern University

MS - Master of Science

1995

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

American Association of Law Schools, 2014 Annual Meeting

Preparing 21st Century Lawyers: Professional Development and Readiness Through International Legal Exchange

2013

American Bar Association, International Law Section 2013 Fall Meeting Around the World in 80 Bars: A Global Review of Bar Admission Requirements for Transnational Practitioners

2012

American Bar Association, International Law Section 2012 Spring Meeting

Multiple Bar Admissions- Getting Admitted to More than One Jurisdiction

Publications

2012

ABA Publishing ABA Guide to International Bar Admissions

Languages

English

Activity

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