Robert A. Sgarlato – Top Attorney
Staten Island, NY WW/Press/ – Mr. Robert A. Sgarlato, President and CEO of Slater Sgarlato & Cappello, is recognized and distinguished in the Top Attorneys of North America 2026-2027 edition.
Some careers are measured in years. Others are measured in the lives they change. For Robert A. Sgarlato, both hold true. With more than 54 years of trial experience behind him, he has spent his life proving what dedication to the law truly looks like. As Partner and President and CEO of Slater Sgarlato & Cappello, P.C. in Staten Island, New York, he continues to bring the same fire and focus to his work today that he did when he first stepped into a courtroom in 1972.
A native of Brooklyn, New York, Robert has always understood the people he serves. He grew up in the same neighborhoods, walked the same streets, and shared the same values as the clients who now depend on him. That deep connection to his roots shapes the way he practices law. He listens closely, fights hard, and never loses sight of the human story behind every case file. After graduating from The John Marshall Law School in 1971, he began a career that would span more than five decades and touch thousands of lives.
His path has never been an easy one, and that is by choice. Robert A. Sgarlato built his reputation by taking on the complex and challenging cases that others might avoid. He has dedicated his practice to the toughest personal injury and medical malpractice matters, standing beside clients whose injuries ranged from fractures to devastating traumatic brain injuries. In each case, he has approached the work with the same commitment to strategy, precision, and results. His clients are not simply names to him. They are people who trust him to speak for them when they need it most.
Over the years, Robert has argued and tried cases across the New York Metropolitan area, appearing in New York County, Kings County, Richmond County, and the Northern and Southern Federal District Courts. His versatility is remarkable. He handles appeals with a sharp eye for detail while also delivering skilled representation in personal injury and medical malpractice. That breadth of knowledge did not come overnight. It was earned through decades of hard work, thousands of cases, and a genuine passion for the craft of advocacy.
Recognition has followed his commitment. Robert was selected to Super Lawyers from 2007 through 2010 and again from 2014 through 2024, an honor reserved for a select group of top-rated attorneys chosen only after a thorough evaluation of their achievements. These distinctions reflect more than professional skill. They reflect a lifetime of putting clients first and refusing to settle for anything less than the best possible outcome.
What makes Robert A. Sgarlato inspiring is not simply the length of his career, but the spirit that has fueled it. He treats every client with respect, every case with urgency, and every courtroom appearance as an opportunity to make a difference. After 54 years, he still shows up ready to fight for the people who count on him. His story reminds us that true dedication never fades. It only grows stronger with time. For those seeking a lawyer who blends experience with heart, Robert stands as a lasting example of what it means to serve with purpose.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.
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