Lahr, Dillon, Manzulli, Kelley & Penett, P.C.
Counselors and Attorneys at Law
Trusted legal guidance and advocacy — serving New York and New Jersey for over 40 years.
We are a Staten Island based law firm providing real estate, trusts, estate planning, probate, banking and business related legal services - built on generations of experience with a strong commitment to serving local families, businesses, and financial institutions.
Kathleen Dempsey, Esq.
PartnerKathy is a partner at the firm with nearly 30 years of experience focused on real estate transactions and estate matters.
A graduate of Brooklyn Law School and admitted in New Jersey and New York, Kathy is committed to delivering personalized service and straightforward advice, helping clients protect their interests, achieve their goals, and make important legal decisions with confidence.
Tom is a partner at the firm and graduate of the State University of New York at Geneseo and Touro University Law School, with a license to practice law in New York state. He is a member of the Richmond County and New York State Bar Associations.
His practice is focused towards commercial and residential real estate, wills, trusts, estate probate/administration, and business sales and purchases.
Tom is known for providing practical, clear and client-focused advice to help navigate through life’s important transactions and plans for the future.
PartnerThomas A. Penett, Esq.
Our Services
Buying or Selling Property
Buying or selling your home or commercial real estate? Refinancing? Real estate title issues? Are you a tenant or landlord negotiating a lease? We're here to guide you every step of the way. We provide trusted legal support for all residential and commercial real estate transactions (seller, buyer and lender), helping protect your interests from contract to closing and beyond.
Planning Your Estate
Proper estate planning helps ensure that when you pass away, your wishes will be honored and your loved ones protected. We provide compassionate and personalized guidance for the execution of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care proxies, along with estate probate and administration, giving you confidence now and peace of mind for the future.
Navigating Probate
Settling a loved one’s estate can feel overwhelming during an already difficult time. We provide compassionate and personalized guidance through probate and estate administration, helping you manage court filings, resolve estate obligations, and distribute assets with clarity and peace of mind.
Supporting Your Business
Whether you're buying or selling a business, setting up an LLC or Corporation, entering into a business relationship or addressing legal challenges in connection with one, we provide practical guidance to help your business succeed. Our goal is to protect your interests, minimize risk, and set the foundation for a prosperous future.
Let’s get started
Ready to take the next step? Contact us for a confidential consultation and personalized guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
