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Biography
Howard E. Knispel has been practicing law since 1989, having graduated from Eisenhower College of World Studies of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in International Politics in 1981 and New York Law School in 1988 with a Doctor of Jurisprudence.
Howard concentrates his practice to Divorce, Family Law, Bankruptcy, Criminal, Traffic and DWI, Real Estate and Wills. Howard has conducted numerous trials, both jury and non-jury. Howard has negotiated and settled hundreds of divorce, custody and support matters.
Howard has helped many people get out from crippling debt to get a fresh start. He has assisted many people experiencing criminal matters help get the possible outcome, including dismissals. As a former traffic prosecutor and Administrative Law Judge, has helped many cut through the tangle that is the traffic court and helped reduce points and save licenses. He has represented both purchasers and sellers of residential properties throughout the New York Metropolitan area.
If there is any legal issue you need assistance with, call Howard E. Knispel, who has the knowledge and experience to assist you.
Education
1988
New York Law School
JD – Juris Doctor
1981
Eisenhower College of The Rochester Institute of Technology
BA – Bachelor of Arts – International Politics
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Listed, Strathmore’s Who Who
2002
Who’s Who in American Law, Marquis Who’s Who in American Law
Sample of Legal Cases
TF v NF
Divorce granted. Client successful.
Speaking Engagements
2017
How To Prevent a Financial Meltdown
Bankruptcy and Debt Settlements
Work Experience
2023 – Present
Trustee, Smithtown Public Library System
2001 – Present
Owner, Howard E. Knispel, P.C.
2013 – 2014
Prosecuting Attorney, Suffolk County Traffic Agency
2006 – 2009
Town Board of Ethics, Town of Smithtown
2000 – 2001
Associate, Sari Friedman, P.C.
1998 – 2000
Associate, Feldman, Kramer & Monaco
1994 – 1996
Administrative Judge, NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission
1993 – 1995
Professor, New York Paralegal School
Associations
2003 – Present
New York State High School Mock Trial Tournament
Judge
1998 – Present
Suffolk County Bar Association
Member
1998 – Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Matrimonial and Family Law Committee
Member
1998 – Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, District Court Committee
Member
1998 – Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law Committee
Member
1998 – Present
Suffolk County Bar Association, Traffic & Parking Violations Agency Committee
Member