About Dario Anthony

Dario Anthony Chinigo is a seasoned personal injury attorney based in New York City — He specializes in personal injury, construction law, and maritime law. Since joining Hofmann & Schweitzer in 2004, Dario has brought over 20 years of litigation experience to the firm. His extensive background equips him to handle complex cases effectively, ensuring that clients receive the representation they deserve. Born in Italy in 1968, Dario immigrated to the United States in 1983, seeking new opportunities. He pursued higher education with determination, earning his Bachelor of Arts from Fordham University in 1992. Dario continued his academic journey at New York Law School, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 1995.

During his time in law school, he demonstrated leadership by founding and serving as president of the Italian American Law Students Association. This early involvement laid the groundwork for his commitment to advocating for the rights of his community. Dario is admitted to practice law in both New York and New Jersey. His qualifications extend to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, the District of New Jersey, and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. His diverse practice areas include personal injury, construction law, maritime law, and workers' compensation.

This lets the attorney address many legal issues — This breadth of expertise makes him a valuable resource for clients facing various challenges. Active in the legal community, Dario is a member of several prestigious associations. His affiliations include the American Association for Justice, the New York and New Jersey Associations for Justice, The New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the New York County Lawyers Association, and the Columbian Lawyers Association. Dario's commitment to professional development and networking has earned him recognition among his peers. He has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2013 to 2025, highlighting his dedication to excellence in the field. Fluent in Italian and conversational in Spanish, Dario understands the challenges faced by immigrants injured due to others' negligence.

His sensitivity to these issues informs his approach to client representation. Outside of his legal practice, Dario actively engages with his community. He serves as a councilman in River Edge, New Jersey, where he contributes to local governance. Additionally, he dedicates time to coaching his children's sports teams, fostering a sense of community and support for the next generation. Through these efforts, Dario exemplifies a commitment to both his profession and his community.

Education

New York Law School

J.D.

1995

Fordham University

B.A.

1992

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Italian (Spoken, Written) Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

New Jersey
New York

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Construction Law Maritime Law Workers' Compensation

Legal Services Scope

Litigation

Professional Associations

American Association for Justice

has membership Current

New York Association for Justice

has membership Current

New Jersey Associations for Justice

has membership Current

The New York State Trial Lawyers Association

has membership Current

The New York County Lawyers Association

has membership Current

The Columbian Lawyers Association

has membership Current

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