Atty. Robert Walter Dapelo

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.

Patchogue Patchogue 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Patchogue, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Walter Dapelo handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Walter Dapelo

Where is Robert Walter Dapelo's law office located?
Robert Walter Dapelo's law practice is located in Patchogue, New York. The firm is The Law Offices of Robert W. Dapelo, Esq., PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Walter Dapelo handle?
Robert Walter Dapelo focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Walter Dapelo practiced law?
Robert Walter Dapelo has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Robert Walter Dapelo go to law school?
Robert Walter Dapelo earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. Urban, 1980).
How can I contact Robert Walter Dapelo for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Walter Dapelo directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Walter Dapelo received?
Robert Walter Dapelo's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1987
B.A. Urban
City College of the City University of New York
- 1980

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1990

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