Michael R Varble, Esq.

Michael R Varble, Esq.

4.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 29 years

Personal injury Lawyer Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Family, Criminal Defense ... +3 more
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

30 years | 5,000 cases

30%
Family 30%

30 years | 5,000 cases

30%
Personal Injury 30%

30 years | 5,000 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

10%-25%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Disciplinary Resignation

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

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Michael R Varble, Esq.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Mona | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Professional and courteous

Michael Varble and his staff are truly professionals at what they do. He went over my case step and step and explained whats in my best interest. I'm truly delighted with the outcome and would recommend him and his staff to anyone with legal issues.

Posted by Williams | March 18, 2015

He called me on a Saturday!

I had a accident about a year ago and I called the office on a Saturday! Michael Varble called me himself later that day. We waisted no time getting a appointment. The office staff is pleasant. I knew I wanted him to represent me, when he called me on his day off. He keeps me informed, and ret...urns phone calls, and emails within hours. I am glad to have him in my corner. I feel so less worried about things with Mr. Varble. He is knowledgable and no matter how busy he is, he never makes you feel like your case isn't important. This firm is a diamond in The Hudson Valley. One of the best. Williams.

Posted by Joseph | October 23, 2013 | Child Custody

A great attorney and even greater man

Mr. Varble was appointed to me via family court in a custody hearing and in my opinion did a better job then any attorney I could've ever hired. He worked tirelessly on my case and left no stone unturned. Mr. Varble was and in fact still is very easy to contact and returns any message or email usuall...y within minutes but certainly within the same day, even while he was on vacation he would respond to me as if he were in his office. Today I am a single Dad to four amazing young ladies and I feel I owe a substantial part of that to Mr. Varble. He literally changed my family's lives for the better and in my opinion is a priceless attorney and better yet a very respectable, comforting, loyal and overall amazing man. People of his stature are extremely rare to come by in life and I feel extremely fortunate to have met and worked with him. To this day 3-4 years later Mr.Varble still will respond to any question I may have for him even if not in his field of practice. Anyone fortunate enough to have an opportunity to be represented by this man ought to take it and experience themselves the outstanding professional he is.

Posted by kim | October 23, 2013

He's A Great Guy

Mike is the nicest lawyer I have met. He is not stuffy he is down to earth and treats you so nicely. He also is a confident attorney that really knows his business. I use Micheal's firm both professionally and personally.

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Michael R Varble, Esq.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Child custody lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Lowrance Fisher

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great contributor to avvo."

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Mark Clay

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Varble. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."

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Dennis Vetrano

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Michael R. Varble, Esq., when we had a case together approximately 10 years ago. At that time, I was very impressed with his level of knowledge concerning the area of law as well as his thorough preparation of the case. Since then we have become fast friends and I have personally witnessed the evolution of his career. Michael R. Varble, Esq., is one of the finest attorneys I know. Now at the top of his craft, Michael R. Varble, Esq., is the ONLY personal injury attorney I would entrust to handle my friends, family and clients personal injury matters."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Family lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Family lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Brittney Kessel

Personal injury lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Tomlins

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is dedicated to his clients and providing them with the support they need no matter how tough their situation may be."

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Giacomo Behar

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Family lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Michael Pascazi

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Varble was a worthy adversary on a long running child custody matter in NYS Family Court, wherein, I was opposing counsel. He certainly knows his way around the NYS Family Court System."

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Jeffrey Judd

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Danielle Fenichel

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Varble is an experienced attorney with a vast knowledge of the law and trial procedure, and he has obtained great results for his clients as a result of his dedication and hard work."

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Dayna Adamek

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the pleasure of having Mr. Varble as a supervisor and mentor for two (2) years. Mr. Varble is an excellent attorney and is a thoughtful, smart, and understanding advocate. His clients are lucky to have someone with such knowledge of the legal system and the law itself in their corner."

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L. Ramunno

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He's capable and smart!"

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Varble are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."

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Anthony Cillis

Family lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alberto Batista

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Resigned in Lieu of Discipline issued in NY, 2019

updated on 09/11/2019

This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Suspension issued in NY, 2018

updated on 07/16/2018

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

1996

Cum Laude, New York Law School

1996

Outstanding Articles Editor, New York Law School Journal of International and Comparative Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

General Counsel, Town of Beekman

2011 - Present

Attorney, Michael R. Varble & Associates, P.C.

2004 - 2011

Attorney, The Law Office of Michael R. Varble, Esq.

2000 - 2004

Associate Attorney, White Fleischner & Fino

1998 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Gerstenzang, O'Hern, Hickey & Gerstenzang

1996 - 1998

Associate Attorney, Shanley, Sweeney, Reilly & Allen

1995 - 1995

Intern, U.S. District Court Southern District of New York

Associations

New York State Bar Association

Member

Dutchess County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Chase v. Chase

Father awarded custody

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Education

1996

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Ohio State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

WRWD 107.3 or 92.1 Lite FM

Personal Injury Topics

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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