Marco Caviglia

Marco Caviglia most recently was a Felony Bureau Chief with the Ulster County District Attorney. Mr. Caviglia has been a successful and effective trial attorney for over 40 years both in private and public practice in multiple criminal and civil fields of law. A complete resume is available at the website: caviglialaw.com.

He limits the number of cases he handles, as he always deals "one-on-one" with clients, so doesn't accept all cases, but in which case will refer you to a reliable attorney if possible.

DUI & DWI

Criminal Law

Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Municipal Law

Divorce

Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

White Collar Crime

• Free Consultation
  Non-personal injury consultations are $150, and if hired, credited to retainer making it free. Fee payable at time of consultation. Always free for personal injury cases, even if not retained.
• Credit Cards Accepted

New York

Since 1981

Chief Counsel

Law Firm of Marco Caviglia

2022 - Current

Chief of Felony Trials

Ulster County District Attorney's Office

2020 - 2022

Chief Counsel

Law Firm of Marco Caviglia

1995 - 2020

Special Counsel

Town of Wappinger

2004 - 2008

Part time

Deputy Town Attorney

Town of Poughkeepsie

2000 - 2001

part time

Partner

Caviglia & Kolb

1988 - 1995

Senior Associate

Steinberg & Kolb

1987 - 1989

Chief Assistant Public Defender

Dutchess County Public Defender's Office

1986 - 1987

Associate

Meiselman, Farber, Stella & Eberz

1984 - 1986

Assistant District Attorney

Dutchess County District Attorney's Office

1980 - 1982

County Legislator

Dutchess County Legislator

1974 - 1975

Albany Law School

J.D. (1981)

Colgate University

B.A. | Political Science/Economics

Q. Can I get the money I paid back since he was not there and was in military. Doesn't the custodial parent have to notify

October 6, 2023

A: If the supported child no longer has a right to support, an argument of fraud may be made, for its return in an action against the other parent. The amount of money you would get back will determine if it is economical. However, you should seek modification of the support order as well. Consult an attorney immediately.

Q. How will substance abuse impact divorce?Also, my wife makes $180,000/year and I make $56,000/yearMightI get alimony?

October 6, 2023

A: You have a short term marriage so spousal maintenance, if any, will be short and/or less than a longer term marriage. Substance abuse may be a factor, but if helps or hurts you depends on who has it and consequences. Leaving a marital residence voluntarily may be considered abandonment of it regarding one's right to live there after divorce papers are filed. It seems you have complicated factors in your situation and you must consult a divorce attorney to get meaningful detailed advice.

Q. What is the 90 day New York City Supreme Court Civil Rule for Judge to Answer Motion

October 6, 2023

A: CPLR 2219(a) requires that a motion be made within 60 days of its being joined (shorter for a provisional remedy). If a judge fails to render a decision in that period, one may pursue and Article 78 proceeding against that judge.

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