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Dennis Charles Gaughan

Dennis Charles Gaughan

The Right Advice at the Right Time.
  • Appeals & Appellate, Family Law, Bankruptcy ...
  • New York, Seneca Nation Peacemaker Ct
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Biography

We chose to remain a small law office to provide personal, dedicated and aggressive service to our clients. My office costs a few dollars more but excellent service takes time and strategy. Offsetting our higher fees we have payment plans. We have seven lawyers working together to get the best solutions. As a small firm we call upon all areas of the law to form a comprehensive strategy and plan. As in a game making the right move determines the outcome of the case. A divorce case is often helped by a bankruptcy or our tax law knowledge. We create a Family atmosphere in our law office along with successful results to make you want to refer your family and friends. We have a registered nurse on staff full-time to assist with medical questions. Our attorneys are personable, knowledgeable and highly-qualified. All are respected among judges and the legal community. Dennis Gaughan is one of the best known attorneys in Western New York; his opinions are often published. He has hundreds of successful judge and jury trials over his 27 years as a lawyer.

Education
New York Law School
J.D. (1982) | Business / Tax Law
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Honors: Markham Award for Legal Writing on the Subject of Workers Compensation
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Syracuse University
B.A. | History
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Honors: Phi Alpha Theta - Achievement in the Field of History
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Professional Experience
Owner
Law Firm of Dennis C. Gaughan, Esq.
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Have appeared in these courts: Akron, Alden, Amherst, Angola, Ashford, Aurora, Blasdell, Boston, Brant, Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Clarence, Colden, Collins, Concord, Depew, Eden, Ellicottville, Elma, Evans, Grand Island, Hamburg, Hanover, Holland, Kenmore, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Marilla, Newstead, North Collins, Orchard Park, Otto, Sardinia, Sheldon, Silver Creek, Springville, Tonawanda, Wales, West Seneca, Cattaraugus County Court, Erie County Court, Family Court, Federal Court, Supreme Court, Surrogate Court, Misdemeanor, Felony, DWI, SSD, SSI, , Bankruptcy, Divorce, Peacemaker Court, Appellate Div - 4th Dept
Candidate
Hamburg Town Supervisor
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Prosecutor
Village of Blasdell
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Assistant Town Attorney
Town of Hamburg
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Member
Town of Hamburg Planning Board
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Advised, reviewed and voted on land use and zoning plans in the Town of Hamburg. Appointed by the Hamburg Town Board.
Counsel
Erie County Social Services
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Headed and helped create a program that represented hundreds of people on welfare, helping these clients win their Social Security Disability (SSD) or SSI case. Prosecuted Child Abuse & Neglect Cases.
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army Reserve
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Certifications
Attorney - Admitted all New York State Courts
New York State Appellate Division - 4th Dept
Awards
Peer review Rating - Preeminent - Highest Rating
Martindale Hubbell
Preeminent (the highest rating) by the most trusted and oldest attorney rating organization in the United States.
BBB Rating: A+
Better Business Bureau
The highest rating of the Better Business Bureau
Listee
Who's Who in American Law
Very Ethical
Martindale-Hubbell
Rated "very ethical" denoting adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics, reliability, diligence and other criteria relevant to the discharge of professional responsibilities.
Professional Associations
Bar Association of Veterans Claims
Member
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Hamburg Chamber of Commerce
Member
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Federal Court of Claims Bar Association
Member
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American Bar Association
Member
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National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Member
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National Association of Social Security Claimant's Representatives
Member
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Ray Metty Amvets Post
Judge Advocate
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Activities: Advise this growing and expanding post on legal matters.
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NYS Adopt-a-highway
Member
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American Legion
Member
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Hamburg Moose
Member, Served on Ritual Team
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New York State Bar  # 1927680
Member
- Current
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Erie County Bar Association
Member
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Knights of Columbus
4th Degree Member, Served on Board of Trustees
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Saint Mary's of the Lake Church
Parishoner
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Hamburg Republican Party
Chairman
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Scranton Volunteer Fire Company
Volunteer Fireman
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New York
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Seneca Nation Peacemaker Ct
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Federal Court - WDNY
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U.S. 2nd Circuit Ct of Appeals
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court
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U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
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U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
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U.S. Court of Federal Claims
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U.S. Court of International Trade
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U.S. Supreme Court
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U.S. Tax Court
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Bankruptcy, Divorce, Family Court, Personal Injury, Unemployment Insurance, Real Estate Closings, Social Security Disability, Workers Compensation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    American Express, Discover Card, Mastercard, Visa, Payment Plans, Telephone Checks
  • Contingent Fees
    In Social Security Cases, Federal Workers Compensation case and unemployment insurance you only pay a fee if we are successful in winning your case. We offer the no fee unless you win guarantee in personal injury case.
Practice Areas
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Tax Law
Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Immigration Law
Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Workers' Compensation
Elder Law
DUI & DWI
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Additional Practice Areas
  • Adoption
  • Contracts
  • Custody
  • Family Court
  • Federal Court
  • Personal Injury
  • Separation Agreements
  • Social Security Disability /SSI
  • Wills & Estates
  • Workers Compensation
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Contact & Map
Law Office Dennis Gaughan
6161 South Park Ave
Hamburg, NY 14075
Telephone: (716) 648-8000
Telephone: (716) 649-7668
Fax: (716) 649-7672