Joseph Andrew Costello

Joseph Andrew Costello

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Real Estate

205 Southeast 20th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Costello Law, LLC

205 Southeast 20th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316

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Joseph Andrew Costello's Reviews

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39 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Family

Posted by Wendy | September 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Family Attorney

It was a blessing that a close friend recommended Joe to represent me. Joe is an exceptional family attorney. He is outstanding at translating complex legal terms into clear language to help me understand the process. As a result, I was able to make an informed decision on what was best for me, and h...e guided me every step of the way. I greatly appreciate the level of advocacy he provided throughout the process. I will gladly recommend him to anyone needing legal representation.

Posted by Dess T | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Exceptional Legal Support

I had the privilege of working with Joseph Costello during my divorce proceedings, and I cannot speak highly enough of his professionalism, expertise, and compassion. From the moment I walked into his office, I felt reassured and supported throughout the entire process. Joseph Costello went above ...and beyond to ensure that I understood every step of the legal proceedings. He patiently answered all of my questions and addressed any concerns I had, making sure I felt empowered and informed at all times. One aspect that truly stood out to me was Joe Costello's dedication to my case. He consistently went out of his way to gather evidence, provide sound legal advice, and negotiate on my behalf. His attention to detail and strategic approach significantly contributed to a favorable outcome. Moreover, Joseph Costello showed genuine empathy and understanding during a challenging time in my life. He listened attentively to my concerns, offered emotional support, and guided me with sensitivity and care. Thanks to Joseph Costello's expertise and commitment, I was able to navigate the divorce process with confidence and achieve a resolution that was fair and equitable. I highly recommend Joseph Costello to anyone seeking legal representation for family law matters. He is not just a lawyer but also a trusted advocate and ally. Thank you, Joseph Costello, for your exceptional service and unwavering support throughout this journey.

Posted by Cindy | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Lawyer I ever hired!!!

I hired Joe when I was going through a nasty custody battle with my child's father. Joe assured me that he had things handled and that everything would work out in the best interested of the child. Not only do my ex and I co-parent amazing ( mainly because of Joe) but he took all the stress out of a... situation that could have been chaotic. I would recommend Joe to anyone! He is extremely attentive and well spoken. He always came to court prepared and ready to go. Most importantly he is ALWAYS honest and forthcoming with his clients.

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Review for Joe Costello

I was very pleased to work with Mr. Costello. As soon as i walked into the office i was very confortable. He was very nice and so was his secretary. He made me feel very at eased. He was always ahead of the game. He was great and i will recommend him to anyone looking for a family lawyer

Posted by Marie | September 21, 2014 | Family

Knowledgeable and charismatic lawyer; nice and friendly man.

Joe represented my boyfriend and me in two different cases. One of them was a family case, as complicated and stressful as it can get. Joe is very patient, he took the time to listen to us a lot; communicating with him has never been an issue, he was always responding quickly to our emails, phone cal...ls ,etc. He is the kind of lawyer who will always try to point you in the right direction, according to what your requests are, he will always tell you what is reasonable to ask before the court and what is not, he will not mislead you, if you are going the wrong way he will let you know. Sometimes in family cases you are blinded by your emotions and that could push you to make stupid mistakes, that is exactly when his advice are worth gold! He will always come to court prepared, he has the knowledge, the skills and the charisma to defend your case in front of a judge. Our case ended up with a very happy ending as the judge granted my boyfriend exactly what he was asking for. Every case is different, however, I can guarantee you one thing: Joe is the kind of attorney that will always do his best to reach his client's goal. I will be grateful my whole life for all that he did for my family.

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Philip Schipani

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Costello is an ethical attorney you fights for the rights of his clients, is professional and a pleasure to deal with."

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Stacey Blass

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Costello many times and have been impressed by his candor, professionalism, and knowledge of the law."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Education

2009

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Nova Southeastern Sports & Entertainment Law Symposium

Publicity Rights of Amateur Athletes

Languages

English

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