Steven H. Palacios

Steven H. Palacios, a managing associate at Palacios Law Group, situated in Mineola, New York, has rapidly built a robust legal career through his diverse experiences and community involvement. Covering the regions of Nassau and Suffolk counties, he extends his practice to areas of:Immigration lawFamily lawCriminal lawReal estate lawPersonal injuryBankruptcy lawDuring his first internship at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office in the general litigation bureau, Mr. Palacios was instrumental in conducting research and drafting memoranda of law for various active cases. His notable contributions included drafting a preliminary injunction aimed at curbing gang activity in a crime-heavy area. This period also allowed him to engage directly with the legal process, attending depositions, 50-H hearings and even second-seating an attorney during a significant federal case in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.Mr. Palacios’ commitment to justice was further recognized when he received the Equity and Criminal Justice Fellowship from the Long Island Hispanic Bar Association. This accolade provided him with a paid internship at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, where he interviewed domestic violence complainants and supported the assistant district attorneys in negotiating plea bargains. His exposure to daily court proceedings, jury panel selections and participation in over five criminal trials honed his courtroom acumen.Holding a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Hofstra University Frank G. Zarb School of Business with a concentration in international business, Mr. Palacios secured his J.D. from the Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. Over the last two years of his studies, he counseled clients, investigated facts, reviewed financial records and negotiated on behalf of clients in bankruptcy cases, appearing at hearings and mandatory foreclosure settlement conferences. Fluent in Spanish, he also contributes by publishing articles on significant legal and social issues.