Atty. Daniel Robert Tota
Dan is the managing member of his firm where he handles transactional and litigation cases involving real estate, finance, business formations & transfers and landlord & tenant matters. He lectures at numerous business events on these topics, presents at Pace Law School and is accredited as a continuing education instructor.Daniel graduated from the University of Hartford (magna cum laude) with Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Sociology and Criminal Justice.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Yorktown Heights, NY · 23+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Robert Tota at a Glance
Daniel Robert Tota is a Member based in Yorktown Heights, New York, practicing at Durante, Bock & Tota, PLLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, commercial re, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2003) and New York (2004). Educated at Brooklyn Law School J.D. (—) and University of Hartford B.A. Sociology and Criminal Justice University of Hartford B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Westchester County Bar Association, Yorktown Bar Association, Treasurer, Westchester Women's Bar Association, Yorktown Chamber of Commerce, The DeVito Foundation, Board Member. Serves clients in Yorktown Heights, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Robert Tota
- Dan is the managing member of his firm where he handles transactional and litigation cases involving real estate, finance, business formations & transfers and landlord & tenant matters
- He lectures at numerous business events on these topics, presents at Pace Law School and is accredited as a continuing education instructor.Daniel graduated from the University of Hartford (magna cum laude) with Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Sociology and Criminal Justice
- At the time of graduation, he was ranked number one in both departments and recognized by the faculty as the most outstanding graduate
- Daniel then attended Brooklyn Law School where he earned his Juris Doctor
- As an undergraduate, he was employed by the Office of the Bronx District Attorney and subsequently by the United States Attorney's Office Southern District of New York
- Daniel spent the majority of his time at these positions assisting New York State and the United States Government in the prosecution of felony cases and with investigations under the RICO statutes involving major gangs and their affiliates
- Daniel was predominantly assigned to trial preparation work and was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Department of Justice for his efforts
- Daniel began his legal career as an associate with Pappalardo & Pappalardo, LLP in Scarsdale, New York
- At Pappalardo & Pappalardo, LLP, he gained experience working on a host of real property cases and real estate closings
- He was also exposed to a wide variety of criminal defense cases and estate plans
- During this time, Daniel founded and developed a real estate brokerage company
- Following his tenure in Scarsdale, he joined Quinn & Associates in Yorktown Heights, New York where he continued to gain experience at a true general practice law firm
- Shortly thereafter, Daniel co-founded Quinn, Bock & Tota, PLLC the predecessor of Durante, Bock & Tota, PLLC. Licensed Real Estate Broker Licensed Real Estate Instructor Licensed Notary Licensed Title Insurance Agent Daniel is happily married and has 3 sons
- He and his wife were also born and raised locally
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Robert Tota's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Robert Tota handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Yorktown Heights.
Personal Injury in Yorktown Heights
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Business & Corporate Law in Yorktown Heights
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Yorktown Heights
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Commercial Real Estate in Yorktown Heights
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Civil Litigation in Yorktown Heights
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Yorktown Heights
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Yorktown Heights are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Yorktown Heights Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Yorktown Heights-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Yorktown Heights Choose Daniel Robert Tota
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel Robert Tota's practice in the field of personal injury, business, real estate, commercial re, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Robert Tota brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut and New York, Daniel Robert Tota can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and real estate, Daniel Robert Tota can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Yorktown Heights
A Yorktown Heights-based practice means Daniel Robert Tota attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Robert Tota Handles in Yorktown Heights
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