Richard C. Toscani

Richard C. Toscani stands as the driving force behind Toscani Shakh, LLP, a distinguished law firm based in Melville, New York. Serving clients across Long Island and New York City, he focuses on a broad spectrum of legal areas, including family law, divorce, civil litigation, criminal law, personal injury, immigration, real estate transactions and estate planning.

With a career deeply rooted in litigation, Mr. Toscani is renowned for his unwavering commitment to his clients, representing them with vigor in both state and federal courts. His portfolio includes numerous high-profile cases that have captured media attention, underscoring his prowess in the legal arena. Beyond his courtroom achievements, he places a strong emphasis on cultivating meaningful client relationships, ensuring personalized and effective representation for every case.

A consummate professional through and through, Mr. Toscani's blend of competence and personalized service sets his practice apart, offering clients exceptional legal support that is both efficient and cost-effective. A proud alumnus of Hofstra University, he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration in 2007.

Mr. Toscani further honed his legal acumen at Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University, earning his Juris Doctor in 2010. He is licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey, as well as admitted to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. His legal journey includes valuable experiences such as interning at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office and clerking for the Honorable Bruce Cozzens at the Nassau County Supreme Court.

Before establishing his own firm, Mr. Toscani spent over five years at a general practice litigation firm, where he focused on nurturing client relationships and building a comprehensive understanding of the diverse legal fields he now excels in. This period was instrumental in shaping his legal skills and laid the groundwork for the successful practice he leads today.