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David A. Gallo
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Associates LLP
Over 35 Years of Experience
In New York
LONG ISLAND REAL ESTATE & COMMERCIAL LITIGATION LAWYER
Since 1986, David A. Gallo & Associates LLP has delivered consistent results in commercial and business litigation, landlord tenant disputes, and real estate proceedings. Our New York City and Long Island commercial litigation & real estate lawyers are skilled courtroom advocates and have experience in all aspects of the lawsuit, including trial, complex discovery, appeals, and everything in between. Our attorneys are creative thinkers, always prepared, and focused on achieving results.
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Commercial Litigation
As a business owner, you have a lot on your plate, and you deserve to have a law firm that will represent your interests at every turn.
Learn MoreCommercial Landlord-Tenant Disputes
We protect businesses in litigation, obtaining emergency “Yellowstone” injunctions, lease negotiations, eviction defense.
Learn MoreResidental Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Here in Long Island, residential living is a blend of peaceful coexistence and, unfortunately, sometimes, legal disputes.
Learn MoreReal Estate Litigation
We handle real estate litigation on behalf of residential and commercial property owners, mortgagees, businesses, and investors.
Learn MoreReal Estate Closing
We represents individuals, business, and lenders in transactional real estate closings for both commercial and residential properties.
Learn MorePartition & Sale
If you own a property with one or more co-owners, you may encounter situations where you disagree on how to use, manage, or sell the property.
Learn MoreState Court Appeals
Your attorneys must be ready to thoughtfully evaluate the merits of an appeal where the trial court doesn’t get it right.
Learn MoreMortgage Default Service
Our attorneys have extensive experience handling fiercely contested foreclosures and utilize a forward-thinking approach to a constantly changing area of law.
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David
A. Gallo
Founding Partner
Kathleen
Clifford Gallo
Partner
Robert
Link
Partner
Jessica
K. Kalra
Attorney
Robyn
E. Goldstein
Attorney
Frank
A. Morrone
Attorney
Daniel
D. Angiolillo
Of Counsel
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The law firm was established in 2016.
The firm has extensive experience handling cases in commercial and business litigation, commercial and residential landlord-tenant disputes, real estate litigation, real estate closings, state court appeals, and mortgage default services.
David A. Gallo & Associates LLP primarily serves clients in New York City and Long Island.
David A. Gallo, the founding partner, has decades of experience handling cases in the field of real estate law and has been a member of the New York State Bar Association since 1981. He has served on various legal committees and councils, including the Special Commission on the Future of New York City Housing Courts.
The firm represents a diverse clientele, including individuals, local businesses, large corporations, and major banking institutions.
The firm handles a wide range of commercial litigation issues, including trade secrets, non-compete agreements, unfair competition, partnership disputes, and breach of contract. They focus on advocating for the client’s interests at every stage.
The firm handles real estate litigation for both residential and commercial property owners, dealing with issues like easements, title litigation, co-op and condo law, construction litigation, land use, and more.
The firm provides mortgage default services, including handling foreclosure and estate proceedings, title curative, REO sales, and bankruptcy.
Yes, the firm has experience in appellate practice, handling cases when initial litigation does not yield favorable results.
Yes, the firm represents landlords in residential eviction proceedings.
The firm assists in commercial real estate transactions, ensuring smooth processes that include reviewing and clearing titles and finalizing transactions.
The firm prepares litigation strategies based on their extensive experience, advising clients on the inherent risks but always being prepared to take a case to trial if needed.
Review From Client
Jerome Vivona
2 weeks ago
If you’re seeking to retain counsel, look no further. The attorneys and staff at David A. Gallo and Associates are some of the finest people I’ve ever known. They are great Attorney’s, that’s a given. But, they are also really fine human beings. They care about your case, your situation and you personally and they will fight for you to receive everything you are entitled to. I highly recommend this firm and hope you’ll set a meeting to find out for yourself just how great they are.
Marty Arnold
a week ago
Robert Link is a tremendous lawyer. He has helped me on many legal issues and is a real professional. I recommend him very highly. He is really knowledgeable and responsive.
Robyn Enes
2 weeks ag
I send referrals to this firm regularly and always find their attorneys and staff to be thorough and prompt. Definitely would recommend for L/T work.
Jeffrey Mink
7 months ago
My experience with David A. Gallo & Associates has been excellent. Professional representation in several different areas have helped my company through difficult times. Mr. Gallo’s firm has been responsive and their fee structure is quite reasonable. Which is quite unusual in this day and age. First Rate.
ALLAN PASHCOW
7 months ago
DAVID GALLO and the DAG TEAM have been successfully. handling all of our LANDLORD/ TENANT Legal matters for several years now. Their Experience and Knowledge in all phases of the LANDLORD /TENANT Legal process, has proven to be the key to handling these delicate matters successfully.
Martha Katz
7 months ago
David is an amazing lawyer has patience to listen to your problems and find a way to solve them! I recommend this office to anyone !!! Anyone is in good hands with this firm.
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