Basic Profile Info

  • Name: Dennis Charles Gaughan
  • Experience: 41 years of experience
  • Practice Summary: Appeals & Appellate, Family Law, Bankruptcy ...
  • Jurisdictions: New York, Seneca Nation Peacemaker Ct
  • Website: http://www.dcglaw.net

Education

  • New York Law School
    J.D. (1982) | Business / Tax Law (1979 - 1982)
    Honors: Markham Award for Legal Writing on the Subject of Workers Compensation
  • Syracuse University
    B.A. | History (1975 - 1978)
    Honors: Phi Alpha Theta - Achievement in the Field of History

Experience

  • Owner: Law Firm of Dennis C. Gaughan, Esq. (1984 - Current)
  • Candidate: Hamburg Town Supervisor (2008 - 2009)
  • Prosecutor: Village of Blasdell (1996 - 2008)
  • Assistant Town Attorney: Town of Hamburg (1995 - 2007)
  • Member: Town of Hamburg Planning Board (1985 - 1991)
  • Counsel: Erie County Social Services (1985 - 1989)
  • Combat Engineer: U.S. Army Reserve (1983 - 1989)

Associations

  • Bar Association of Veterans Claims: Member (2009 - Current)
  • Hamburg Chamber of Commerce: Member (2009 - Current)
  • Federal Court of Claims Bar Association: Member (2009 - Current)
  • American Bar Association: Member (2008 - Current)
  • National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys: Member (2008 - Current)
  • National Association of Social Security Claimant's Representatives: Member (2008 - Current)
  • Ray Metty Amvets Post: Judge Advocate (2005 - Current)
  • NYS Adopt-a-highway: Member (2001 - Current)
  • American Legion: Member (2001 - Current)
  • Hamburg Moose: Member, Served on Ritual Team (1987 - Current)
  • New York State Bar  # 1927680: Member (1984 - Current)
  • Erie County Bar Association: Member (1984 - Current)
  • Knights of Columbus: 4th Degree Member, Served on Board of Trustees (1974 - Current)
  • Saint Mary's of the Lake Church: Parishoner (1955 - Current)
  • Hamburg Republican Party: Chairman (1987 - 1989)
  • Scranton Volunteer Fire Company: Volunteer Fireman (1983 - 1989)

Jurisdictions

  • New York (Since 1984)
  • Seneca Nation Peacemaker Ct (Since 1990)
  • Federal Court - WDNY (Since 1986)
  • U.S. 2nd Circuit Ct of Appeals (Since 1987)
  • U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Since 1989)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (Since 2009)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (Since 2009)
  • U.S. Court of Federal Claims (Since 2009)
  • U.S. Court of International Trade (Since 2009)
  • U.S. Supreme Court (Since 1987)
  • U.S. Tax Court (Since 2006)

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

Languages

  • English: Spoken, Written

Contact Info

Law Office Dennis Gaughan
6161 South Park Ave
Hamburg, NY 14075
US
Telephone: (716) 648-8000
Telephone: (716) 649-7668
Fax: (716) 649-7672

Biography

Opting to stay as a boutique legal practice, we are committed to offering personalized, dedicated, and assertive representation to our clientele. While our fees may be slightly higher, the quality of service we deliver is a product of meticulous attention and strategic planning. To accommodate our pricing structure, we provide flexible payment options. With a team of seven attorneys collaborating closely, we strive to deliver optimal outcomes for our clients. Leveraging our breadth of legal expertise, we craft comprehensive strategies tailored to each case. Much like a strategic game, the decisions we make can significantly influence the resolution of a case. For instance, in divorce proceedings, our proficiency in bankruptcy and tax law can prove invaluable. Fostering a familial environment within our firm, we aim not only for legal success but also to earn your trust to recommend us to your loved ones. Additionally, we have a dedicated full-time registered nurse on staff to address any medical queries that may arise. Our attorneys are not only personable and knowledgeable but also highly skilled, commanding respect within both the judiciary and the legal community. Dennis Gaughan stands out as one of the most prominent legal practitioners in Western New York, with his insights frequently featured in publications. With a track record of numerous successful trials, both in front of judges and juries, Dennis Gaughan's 27-year tenure as a lawyer is marked by excellence.

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