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also known as My Cousin Danny, Palumbo Law LLC
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.
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Acquired: 2015
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State: New York
Acquired: 2010
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Acquired: 2009
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2323 Brockett Rd, Tucker, GA, 30084
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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Child Custody
Posted by alla | June 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
excellent service
i contacted Dan Palumbo in january and hired him in february. I was involved in a domestic violence case and wanted a divorce and custody of my one year old daughter. It is now June and i am divorced and i was also granted sole legal and physical custody of my daughter. i couldn't be happier with the...
Posted by Nicole | February 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
BEST LAWYER EVER!!!!!!
I had a very unique case that would be an uphill battle. I was seeking custody of my grandson. I live 5 hours away from Dan and none of the local attorneys had the experience required or wanted to touch my case. Dan listened to me and my urgency and didn't hesitate to take my case even with the dis...
You flatter me. Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and helping you out. Keep in touch.
Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent, Honest Service
I was referred to Dan through a legal assistance service through my employer for help with legitimation, custody, and child support and I can strongly recommend his services. He was incredibly thorough in explaining the stages of the process and breaking everything down to ensure that I understood...
Thank you for the feedback. I was glad to have helped you. It is always a pleasure meeting good people and helping them navigate the often confusing legal system. Keep in touch.
Posted by Christy | June 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best Lawyer
I hired Mr. Palumbo for a complicated custody modification involving an out-of-state move. After firing another lawyer who was ineffective in getting anything done, Mr. Palumbo managed to successfully wrap up the case in a few short weeks. He is efficient, communicates with his clients, smart, doesn'...
Thank you Christy. Please keep in touch and let me know if I may be of further service.
Posted by Taylor | June 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Finally found an honest lawyer
Dan was my attorney for my custody modification. He was and honest every step of the way and gave me great legal advice on top of being aware of cost. Highly recommend him.
Thank you Taylor for such kind words. It was my pleasure to meet you and work with you to achieve your goal. Keep in touch.
"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."
"Dan is knowledgeable, hard working and incredibly affable--great guy to deal with and his clients all say that."
"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."
"Mr. Palumbo's thoroughness and attention to detail are attributes which make him a skilled client advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"This attorney knows his business when it comes to divorce and separation. He is absolutely a "go to" guy!"
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2009
Cum Laude, Pace University School of Law
2019 - Present
Attorney, Palumbo Law LLC
2016 - 2019
Attorney, Shewmaker & Shewmaker LLC
2013 - 2014
Owner, Law Offices of Donato Palumbo, PLLC
1990 - 2010
Firefighter, Eastchester Fire Department
2020 - Present
Tucker Business AssociationMember
2019 - Present
National Italian American Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Lawyers Club of AtlantaMember
2017 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - 2015
Westchester County Bar Association
2010 - 2015
New York State Bar Association
1990 - 2010
Eastchester Fire Figther UnionOfficer
recalcitrant party was forced, under threat of contempt findings and losing a driver's and professional license, to pay the arrearages with interest.
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
2018
Imputing Income
2011
Choosing your career
2019
2019
English
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