Vincent J. Catalano, Esq.
(845) 454-1919 Ext. 8
An attorney in the Hudson Valley for over 30 years, Vincent is regarded as one of the preeminent real estate and landlord-tenant attorneys in the area. Vincent received his undergraduate degree from St. Bonaventure’s University in 1982 and his Juris Doctorate from Albany Law School in 1985. He promptly returned to his hometown of Poughkeepsie, NY to begin his legal career. In his 30 years of legal service to the Hudson Valley, Vincent has cultivated long-term professional relationships with many of his clients, representing individual clients charged with basic traffic violations all the way up to entire business entities consisting of Housing Authorities, Cooperative Associations and municipalities. Vincent also serves an administrative law judge for Section 8 hearings.
Sean O’Fallon, Esq.
(845) 454-1919 ext. 7
Sean is a graduate of Old Dominion University and the University of Richmond’s, T.C. Williams School of Law. While in Virginia, he represented criminal defendants at both the state and federal level in matters ranging from trespassing to armed robbery. Sean was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2016 while working for Legal Services of the Hudson Valley, where he represented tenants, in all manners of landlord-tenant issues, at the trial and appellate levels, as well as in administrative hearings to preserve subsidized housing. In 2019, Sean joined Vincent J. Catalano, Esq., where he has expanded his practice to include representation in all manners of litigation and administrative proceedings, including disputes over real property ownership interests and easements, commercial contracts and leasing, building codes, fair housing and discrimination complaints, and for-hire transportation, as well as real estate and asset transactions, and estate planning. In 2022, Sean and Vincent formed Catalano & O’Fallon, LLP, one of the most prodigious firms in the Hudson Valley for real property and landlord-tenant matters, with 50 years of combined experience. Sean’s experience has made him intimately familiar with the various forms, and intricacies, of subsidized and tax-credit housing as well as various other non-profit issues.
Steven C. Teague, Esq.
Associate Attorney
(845) 454-1919 ext. 10
Steven is a graduate of The University of South Carolina (’04) and Columbia Law School (’10). While at Columbia Law, Steven served as a staff member with the Columbia Journal for Gender and Law. Steven developed a passion for the intricacies of landlord-tenant law shortly after law school, earning an Outstanding Service Award from the New York State Court’s Access to Justice Program. Steven later worked for Legal Services of the Hudson Valley where he represented tenants in all manner of landlord-tenant advocacy as well as claimants seeking SSD/SSI benefits. Steven is presently a licensed attorney in New York State.
Jessica Jaycox
Paralegal
(845) 454-1919 ext. 2
Jessica is a graduate of Marist College where she earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and was a member of the Alpha Phi Sigma Honor Society. After graduation Jessica went on and obtained her Paralegal Certificate from Marist’s renowned program. Jessica specializes in landlord-tenant and other civil matters. Her positive and ambitious personality will make all steps in the process run smoothly
Deborah Tamas
Legal Assistant
(845) 454-1919 ext. 1
Deborah is an experienced Office Manager with over a decade of experience in effectively managing administrative tasks and optimizing office operations. Known for her exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, Deborah is adept at creating efficient workflows and fostering a positive work environment. With a proactive approach and a commitment to excellence, she consistently delivers results while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
Joshua Mitzman, Esq
(845) 454-1919 ext. 6
Joshua is a lifelong Hudson Valley resident. After receiving his bachelor’s degree from Marist College and his Juris Doctorate from Pace University School of Law, Joshua was admitted to the NYS bar in 2010. Throughout his career, Joshua has represented clients in real estate, criminal, DWI, administrative and traffic matters. A landlord himself, Joshua’s current practice focuses on landlord-tenant representation.
Jennifer Wray
(845) 454-1919 ext. 5
Jennifer is the Real Estate legal assistant for Catalano & O’Fallon. Before coming here to work with Catalano & O’Fallon, Jennifer was a property manager with an extensive portfolio of properties she managed for a local developer. Jennifer handles all Real Estate transactions from preparing contracts to the closing table.
Hana Purisic
(845) 454-1919 ext. 3
Hana is a dedicated paralegal with a strong academic background and focus on landlord-tenant matters. She earned her bachelor’s degree in political science from Sacred Heart University in just three years, graduating summa cum laude and receiving the prestigious Silver Medal of Excellence in Political Science. She then completed her Certificate in Paralegal Studies at Boston University, where she gained valuable skills in legal research, writing, and procedure.
Hana is born and raised in the Hudson Valley and brings a detail-oriented and client-focused approach to every case.