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Joseph Ranni, Esq.
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Joseph Ranni, Esq.

4.3
24 reviews

59 North Main Street, Florida, NY 10921

Elder Law, Last Will and Testament, Powers of Attorney and 27 more

About Joseph Ranni, Esq.

Joseph Ranni is dedicated to protecting individual rights and helping clients achieve effective legal solutions. Since beginning his legal career in the New York City metro area in 1987, he has focused on employment and disability litigation in state and federal courts while also serving as a NYS Certified Nursing Home Ombudsman. Inspired by the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the 1990s, Mr. Ranni recognized a connection between disability and elder law. Guided by the principles of least restrictive living environments, self-facilitation, and reasonable accommodation, he shaped his practice around advocating for these rights, regardless of age, disability, or circumstance.

Admitted to practice law in New York, Florida, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Mr. Ranni is also a former Presiding Justice for the Town of Chester, NY. His approach prioritizes client goals and future needs, focusing beyond disabilities to achieve tailored solutions. Recognized as a Top Attorney in Upstate New York and a Super Lawyer for professional achievement and peer recognition by Thomson-Reuters, he continues to build a reputation for excellence. Committed to his community, Mr. Ranni volunteers with non-profit committees, civic organizations, and advocacy groups, providing pro bono legal services across the region.

 

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Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
January 10, 2020
Hired Attorney

Joe is BRILLIANT. He came highly recommended by a longtime friend. From the start, he and his legal assistant, Antoinette, were always very accessible and responsive. Their office has a high level of communication on all fronts and kept us informed. He remembered every little detail of our ongoing, extremely layered and complicated Article 81 Adult Guardianship case without missing a beat. His knowledge in this aspect of the law is unsurpassed. He prepared us for court and built our confidence. When things got dark, scary and confusing, a short (or sometimes very long) talk with Joe always brought an overwhelming feeling of relief. He was aggressive and passionate. He fought hard. Because of Joseph Ranni, our family member is now happy and we know he'll always be safe. Joe is an honorable man and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him to anyone I know.

 
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by Michelle
May 29, 2024
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Highly DO NOT recommend. He worked on an intense guardianship case for us. Not only did he treat me like was nothing, he also emailed me in the middle of the night to do the same. The judge didn't understand why JOE RANNI did not file PAPERVWORK within a 20 day period as agreed in court 11/14/23. For months asked why this wasn't filled it's almost June 2024, still no answer for it We lost the case, my sister is in jeopardy both physically and mentally. He gave me a few thousand dollars back as if that would make things better. My entire family lost faith in the justice system. Blood is on his hands. hope his misconduct gets him in trouble with the bar association. They have all the information, just waiting for a response. Do not let him sell you a pipe dream. Please research other attorneys in the field.

 
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by Michelle
May 25, 2024
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Highly DO NOT recommend. He worked on an intense guardianship case for us. Not only did he treat me like I was nothing, he also emailed me in the middle of the night to do the same. The judge didn't understand why JOE RANNI did not file PAPERWORK within a 20 day period as agreed in court 11/14/23. For months I asked why this wasn't filled it's almost June 2024, still no answer for it We lost the case, my sister is in jeopardy both physically and mentally. He gave me a few thousand dollars back as if that would make things better. My entire family lost faith in the justice system. Blood is on his hands. I hope his misconduct gets him in trouble with the bar association. They have all the information, just waiting for a response. Do not let him sell you a pipe dream. Please research other attorneys in the field.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Powers of Attorney
  • Labor and Employment 4
    • Sexual Harassment
    • Discrimination
    • Wrongful Termination
    • Employment Contracts
  • Other 24
    • Last Will and Testament
    • Health Care Proxies
    • Legal Trusts
    • Elder Planning
    • Medicaid Planning
    • Nursing Home Advocacy
    • Counseling for Aging in Place
    • Disability Law
    • American w/ Disabilities Act
    • Return to Work
    • Reasonable Accommodation
    • Structural Accessibility
    • Short Term Disability
    • Long Term Disability
    • Special Needs Planning
    • Planning for Parents with Adult Children with Disabilities
    • Employment Law
    • Retaliation
    • Disability Accommodation
    • Family Medical Leave Act
    • Severance
    • Non-Compete Agreements
    • Licensing Discipline
    • Independent Contractors

Practice Details

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  • Firm Information
    Position
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    Firm Name
    Ranni Law Firm, PLLC
  • Additional Links
    https://rannilaw.com/about/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1987, New York
    1989, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    1989, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    1990, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
    1991, U.S. Supreme Court
    1999, Florida
    2000, New Jersey
    2002, U.S District Court, Northern District of New York
    2004, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
    2009, Pennsylvania
    Memberships
    New York State Bar Association (Member: Committee on Issues Affecting Persons with Disabilities
    Labor and Employment Law Section)
    National Employment Lawyers Association
    The Florida Bar
    New Jersey State Bar Association
    Orange County Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Brooklyn Law School
    Class of 1987
    J.D.
    Other Education
    State University of New York at Albany
    Class of 1984
    B.A.
    Economics

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Joseph Ranni, Esq. was admitted in 1987 to the State of New York.
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    Yes, Joseph Ranni, Esq. is admitted to practice in Florida, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.
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    Joseph Ranni, Esq. is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, United States District Court for the Northern District of New York, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and United States Supreme Court.
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    Joseph Ranni, Esq. attended Brooklyn Law School.

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