Donato “Dan” Palumbo a/k/a My Cousin Danny is a Principal of Palumbo Law, LLC. Dan is a native of New York who moved to Atlanta several years ago with his wife, Jessica (an Atlanta native), and their two daughters. Dan attended Purchase College in Purchase New York graduating with honors while working a full-time job as a Professional Firefighter. Dan was a firefighter/ EMT with the Eastchester Fire District in Eastchester, New York from 1988 to 2014.
Dan began his legal career in 2005 when he entered Pace Law School in White Plains, New York, and graduated with honors in 2009. While at Pace Law Dan participated in Jessup Moot Court as part of an award-winning team and along with Jessica, was co-founder of the Pace Law School Chapter of the Unemployment Action Committee (U.A.C), an organization of law students that advocates on behalf of claimants seeking disputed unemployment benefits at administrative law hearings. Almost immediately Dan realized that his true calling was making passionate and well-articulated legal arguments before a Judge or Jury to help his client win. Dan was named UAC advocate of the year for 2008,
After law school Dan began his own family law practice in White Palins, New York while still working as a professional firefighter. Dan litigated divorce and other family law matters; while serving as a Court appointed Guardian ad litem in Bronx and Westchester County Probate Courts. Once Dan decided to practice law full time, he retired from the fire department, and moved to Atlanta with his family; and My Cousin Danny was born. Dan has significant experience in all aspects of family law litigation, including representing clients in divorce matters, custody cases, child support cases, contempt actions and modifications. Dan has successfully litigated in Superior and Juvenile Courts, including divorce, contempt enforcement, and deprivation proceedings. Dan is xxperienced in criminal litigation, including traffic tickets, DUI, misdemeanors, and felony cases.
Dan is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and the State Bar of New York. As well as being admitted to practice before the Georgia Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Georgia. Dan is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and the United States District Court, for the Northern District of Georgia. Dan has retired in good standing from the practice of law in the State of Connecticut and District of Columbia.
Dan has presented before the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section moderating a panel titled “Show Me the Money, How to Convince A Judge to Impute Income in Domestic Relations Cases.”
Dan is a member of:
- Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL);
- Lawyers Club of Atlanta;
- American Bar Association;
- New York Police and Fire Retirees Association;
- International Association of Firefighters;
In his spare time Dan enjoys cooking, travel, spending time with his family, and spending time outdoors.
Practice areas
Our law firm is dedicated to the practice of divorce and separation law and family law. We can represent you in a simple matter such as a support modification or in a complex divorce proceeding or an action to terminate parental rights. We have reasonable fees and free phone consultations.
Our law firm is dedicated to the practice of divorce and separation law and family law. We can represent you in a simple matter such as a support modification or in a complex divorce proceeding or an action to terminate parental rights. We have reasonable fees and free phone consultations.
DUI and Criminal Defense
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2015 | 12/21/2020 |
DC | Inactive | 2013 | 07/03/2017 |
NY | Currently registered | 2010 | 12/09/2020 |
CT | Retired | 2009 | 12/23/2020 |
Legal answers | 86 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Cum Laude | Pace University School of Law | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Palumbo Law LLC | 2019 - Present |
Attorney | Shewmaker & Shewmaker LLC | 2016 - 2019 |
Owner | Law Offices of Donato Palumbo, PLLC | 2013 - 2014 |
Firefighter | Eastchester Fire Department | 1990 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Tucker Business Association | Member | 2020 - Present |
National Italian American Bar Association | Member | 2019 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
Lawyers Club of Atlanta | Member | 2018 - Present |
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2017 - Present |
Westchester County Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - 2015 |
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New York State Bar Association | N/A | 2010 - 2015 |
Eastchester Fire Figther Union | Officer | 1990 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Blog Post | Why Can’t I Live With You?- Changing Your Custody Agreement | 2019 |
blog | NEW TAX ISSUES TO CONSIDER IN A DIVORCE, | 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
State University of New York, College at Purchase | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2005 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Family Law Section Fall Conference | Imputing Income | 2018 |
Career Day | Choosing your career | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Anonymous v Anonymous | recalcitrant party was forced, under threat of contempt findings and losing a driver's and professional license, to pay the arrearages with interest. |
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Neil Levinbook, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 23, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I recently reached out to Donato to assist a friend with a divorce/separation as well as a criminal matter. He was extremely attentive to our needs and knowledgeable of local law. He responded to all of our questions within the same day. Finally, I found his drafting skills to be excellent. I would use Donato again in the future and highly recommend him to others.
Drew Early, Family Attorney on Sep 29, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dan is knowledgeable, hard working and incredibly affable--great guy to deal with and his clients all say that.
Ava Zelenetsky, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Donato "Dan" Palumbo is an extremely intelligent and knowledgeable attorney as well as being a nice guy. I referred a close family friend who got into legal trouble in GA, where Dan practices law, and he was extremely helpful, personable, and reassuring to the client. He was able to offer sound legal advice, was very thorough, and kind to the client as well. I greatly appreciate his efforts and recommend him unreservedly.
Anthony Nigro, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Donato is an intelligent, hardworking attorney and I often recommend him to clients.
Michael Camporeale, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Donato is a smart hardworking divorce lawyer who knows how to get the job done.
I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Guzik, Family Attorney on Apr 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Palumbo's thoroughness and attention to detail are attributes which make him a skilled client advocate. I endorse this lawyer.
Maritanna Isakov, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Donato is diligent, aggressive and gets the job done for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Villanueva, Family Attorney on Mar 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Palumbo for several years. I was witnessed his skill and acumen both in and out of court. He is a highly skilled Divorce Lawyer that gets results for his clients. In many circumstances, he has obtained custody and child support results that would not have been possible with other attorneys. If you are in need for a good divorce that that is result oriented then Mr. Palumbo is your guy.
Michael Palumbo, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 25, 2012
Relationship: Family member
This attorney knows his business when it comes to divorce and separation. He is absolutely a "go to" guy!
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