John J. Roe, III
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John J. Roe, III was born in Port Jefferson, New York, on July 11, 1935.
During his years in practice, Mr. Roe has assisted the firm’s clients in
estate planning and business and real estate matters, ranging from
simple to sophisticated and complex transactions. The needs and goals
of clients are the focus of thorough and creative documents and advice. Recently, he was appointed to a two year term as Chairman of the Surrogate's Court Committee of the Suffolk County Bar Association.
He was instrumental in the development and creation of the Patchogue Business
Improvement District. After its creation in 1991, he served as President for ten years.
He continues to serve as a Director of the Business Improvement District.
He is the ninth generation of persons named John Roe to live in the Town of Brookhaven.
One of his ancestors, Austin Roe, was a spy for the colonials in the Revolutionary War.
He coached the Bellport High School summer soccer team for ten years. The Recreation
Department of the Town of Brookhaven has named its Sportsmanship Award in his honor.
He is a, Active Member of the Rotary Club of Bellport where he served as President,
Secretary and Director for a number of years. He has served as Aide to two District Governors
and is a Paul Harris Fellow.
He is a Vice-President and attorney for the Suffolk County Council, Inc. Boy Scouts of America.
He is an Eagle Scout and received the Silver Beaver award for his service.
He is a member of the Congregational Church of Patchogue where he has served as a member
of the Board of Trustees. He is Chair of the Investment Board and a member of the Church Council.
He is married to Robin Young Roe. They have three children and three grandchildren.
He enjoys boating, tennis, golf and skiing.
Education:
- Brown University (A.B., 1957)
- University of Virginia (J.D., 1960); University of Michigan. Sigma Nu Phi.
Bar Admissions:
Practice Areas:
- Estate Planning
- Corporate Matters
- Real Estate
Affiliations, Achievements and Honors:
- Suffolk County Bar Association (Director, 1978-1981) Law Office Economics Committee
(Chairman, 1969-1978) Grievance Committee (Chairman, 1981-1983)
- New York State Bar Association (Chairman, Law Office Economics Committee 1972-1973)
and 1978-1984; Chairman, General Practice Section (1983-1984); member (2000 to date)
- American Bar Association
- Fellow, New York State Bar Association
- Lecturer, Practicing Law Institute, New York State Bar Association, Suffolk County Bar Association
- Village Justice, Village of Bellport (1964 to present)
- President, Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce (1989-1992)
- President, Patchogue Business Improvement District (1992-2001); Director (2001 to present)
Reported Cases:
- Manniello v. Dea, 92 A.D.2d 426, 461 NYS 2d 582 (3d Dept, 1983)
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