About Valerie S.
Valerie S. Manzo is a attorney based in Smithtown, New York, with over four decades of legal experience. She was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1980 and has maintained an active license since then. Her practice areas encompass elder law, estate planning, probate, guardianship, real estate, and zoning. She operates her own firm, Valerie Susan Manzo Esq, located at 16 Demont Street, Smithtown, NY 11787. She can be reached at (631) 366-6361. Ms. Manzo earned her Juris Doctor from St.
John's University School of Law in 1979. Prior to law school, she attended St. John's University, where she completed her undergraduate studies. Her legal career began as a caseworker for the Suffolk County Child Protective Services. After obtaining her law degree, she served as an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County. In 1983, she became an Assistant Town Attorney for Smithtown and later worked as the government relations director for Cablevision from 1984 to 1991. Since 1983, she has been a solo practitioner, focusing on various legal areas. Throughout her career, Ms.
Manzo has been actively involved in professional organizations. She has twice served as co-chair of the Elder Law Committee of the Suffolk County Bar Association and has been active in state and local elder law bar associations. She has chaired several Women's Bar committees, including Real Property, Women in Law, and Solo and Small Firm Practitioner. In 1999, she was appointed Counsel to the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Smithtown. She was elected president of the Suffolk County Women's Bar Association in 1984 and remains active in the New York State Women's Bar Association (WBASNY). In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Manzo has contributed to the community through various roles. She is an active participant in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Stony Brook University.
Her professional and humanitarian achievements have had a significant impact on the lives of attorneys, court personnel, litigants, and children in Suffolk County. Her professionalism and contributions stand as an inspiration for future generations of women. Ms. Manzo is admitted to practice in New York State and Federal Courts, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court. She has been recognized for her contributions to the legal community and continues to serve her clients with dedication and expertise.
