Atty. Robert Walter Dapelo
The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC was established in 1997 to provide the highest caliber of legal services in the area of divorce, family law, custody, visitation, criminal, traffic, real estate, personal injury and litigation matters.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving Patchogue, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Robert Walter Dapelo at a Glance
Robert Walter Dapelo is a Principal based in Patchogue, New York, practicing at The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1990), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1990). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1987) and City College of the City University of New York (B.A. Urban, 1980). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Suffolk County Bar Association. Serves clients in Patchogue, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Walter Dapelo
- The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC was established in 1997 to provide the highest caliber of legal services in the area of divorce, family law, custody, visitation, criminal, traffic, real estate, personal injury and litigation matters
- Robert W. Dapelo, Esq. the owner and Chief Executive Officer of The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC has been admitted for the practice of law in since 1987
- Robert W. Dapelo, Esq. spent the first six years of his career in the Kings County District Attorney's Office in Brooklyn, New York prosecuting narcotics cases, wiretap investigations, and major felony matters
- In 1993 he left the King's County District Attorney's Office in a supervisory capacity
- This Office strives to use the best and most advance techniques to maximize the client's chances for success in all areas
- I invite you to explore this Office for all your legal needs
- We are a family law office for all your family's needs
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Walter Dapelo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Walter Dapelo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Patchogue.
Divorce in Patchogue
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Patchogue
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Criminal Defense in Patchogue
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Patchogue
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Business & Corporate Law in Patchogue
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Patchogue
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 Patchogue 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.
Patchogue Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Patchogue-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 Patchogue Choose Robert Walter Dapelo
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 Robert Walter Dapelo's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Walter Dapelo brings 39+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Robert Walter Dapelo can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and criminal defense, Robert Walter Dapelo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Patchogue
A Patchogue-based practice means Robert Walter Dapelo attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Walter Dapelo Handles in Patchogue
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Walter Dapelo has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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