Peter Brogan, Esq. - Chief Counsel
JD St. John's University School of Law (1971)

More than 30 years experience in the Title Industry. Presents Courses for Judicial’s in-house closers. Produces numerous CLE lectures, has an accredited CLE Course. Author of: “Brogan on The Residential Real Estate Contract and New York Title Closings.” Other publications include “1031 Exchanges, Safe Harbor or Shipwreck”, “Caring for the Elderly, the Use of Special Powers of Appointment”, and a “Manual for Low Income Co-op Conversions.” Peter is an active member of the New York State Land Title Association and is passionately involved in lobbying for that organization.

Angelo Delli Carpini, Esq. - Assistant Counsel
J.D. from Pace University School of Law (1997)

Angelo has a 12 year history in real estate issues and a great strength in foreclosure. He has been with Judicial for more than 5 years and has expertise in all title issues. He started his law career with Tognini & Grossbarth, LLP, concentrating in the field of real estate. His duties included drafting contracts of sale, attending closings, reviewing title insurance, and drafting closing documents. In February of 2000, Angelo was managing associate in the John B. Felice & Associates closing department representing lenders, purchasers and sellers. He negotiated and reviewed contracts of sale. He also reviewed title binders and represented lenders in connection with financing and refinancing of cooperatives, condominiums and residential properties.

Russell Giorno, Esq.
J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law 1994

Areas of concentration: real estate, zoning and land use. Assisted in the drafting of legislation adopted by local governments. Russ heads up our out of state business. He began his legal career with the law firm of Gioffre & Gioffre PC concentrating in the areas of real estate, zoning and land use. He has represented developers, businesses, and homeowners in all facets of the land use review and approval process. He assisted in the drafting of legislation adopted by local governments. He is a member of the Westchester Municipal Planning Federation and a member of the Municipal Law Section of the Westchester County Bar Association Russ is an accredited CLE provider. Admitted: New York and Connecticut

Ruth M. Melnikoff, Esq.
JD Pace University School of Law 1983

Ruth joined Judicial Title in July of 1996 after twelve years of private practice as an attorney in Westchester County concentrating in the area of real property law and all types of real estate transactions. Ruth started in the legal department of Judicial Title as a reader and performed open clearance. She also originated the Quality Control Committee, training and supervising proof readers. Additionally, she was Chief Counsel of Weathervane Title for 5 years. Ruth became an Account Director in January of 2003 and has since become one of Judicial’s most successful representatives with vast experience handling all types of complex transactions throughout the New York Metropolitan area.

Sheldon Goldklang, Esq.
JD St. John's University School of Law 1973

Sheldon is a senior member of Judicial Title’s in-house closing staff. In 1970. Sheldon began a general private practice in Westchester County, concentrating on real estate matters for builders and private homeowners. In 1996, he joined the staff of Judicial Title. Since then, he has developed an expertise in representing the clients of Judicial Title at commercial closings including private transactional matters and NYC HPD closings. His particular strengths are in the areas of complex commercial mortgage financing. Sheldon possesses an acute understanding of the myriad details involved with housing and building regulations of New York City.

Tina Romeo, Esq.
JD from St. John's University School of Law 1983

Tina has been employed by Judicial Title for 25 years, one of our most loyal and dedicated employees. She started her law career with Judicial as a title reader until she was admitted to practice in 1984. Since 1984 she has been of counsel to several small firms and concentrates in the practice of real estate law, representing developers, mortgage lenders, commercial and residential clients. Tina is currently a closer with Judicial Title. Her real estate practice keeps her up to date on all aspects of real estate transactions.

Melissa Renzo

Melissa has had a fifteen year career with Judicial Title. She started with us in 1994 as an intern while pursuing a Paralegal Degree from Berkeley College. She was hired full time immediately upon completion of studies. Melissa’s experience at Judicial includes handling miscellaneous searches, heading up the closing department for three and a half years and subsequently she has been a member of our Legal Department for seven years. She is familiar with all aspects of the title process and all documents involved. Additionally, Melissa is one of our in-house closers, which gives her first hand knowledge of the closing process. Melissa is committed to delivering the best customer service and her experience at Judicial Title has provided her with the tools to handle title problems or answer any title questions.

Sara Gorman

Prior to her seventeen year career with Judicial Title, spent five years as an independent title examiner in Westchester County. Sara started in our recording department as a clerk and later on as supervisor. She transferred to the escrow department, where she maintained and managed the escrow accounts. Sara has been with the legal department since September 2001. Sara’s twenty two years of experience in the real estate/title field has provided her with the expertise to assist you in solving your title problems and providing prompt and accurate answers to your title questions.

Jacqueline Fitzpatrick

Jacqueline Fitzpatrick has been an employee of Judicial Title for more than sixteen years. She received a BA in Psychology from Iona College. Jackie is a veteran of Judicial’s Recording, Escrow and Legal Departments. Additionally, Jackie is also a very experienced closer, which is the kind of hands-on experience that will assist her in handling any title situation. Jackie brings to her position a positive attitude and strong knowledge of the title industry.

Jill Kirsch, Esq.
JD University of Miami Law School 1993
Retired from the Florida Bar Association

Jill was a sole practitioner in Florida, concentrating in the areas of residential and commercial real estate. She was a law clerk at US Title in Miami, preparing commitments, policies and ALTA endorsements. Jill has been with Judicial as a senior closer since 1997. Jill retired from the Florida Bar to pursue other interest. Jill speaks fluent Spanish.

Raymond DiPaoli, Esq.
JD Brooklyn Law School 1976

Raymond Di Paoli began his career as a general practitioner and became a partner in the law firm of Castoria, Ferrara, Kerzner & Di Paoli. Pursuing his interest in real estate, he entered the title industry in 1981 and trained at Chicago Title Insurance Company under the tutelage of Bill Colavito, Esq. Thereafter, he worked as Counsel with Peter Brogan, Esq. at InterCounty Abstract, and went on to become Senior Counsel. InterCounty became Chicago Title’s #1 agent in NY State in 1986, during Raymond’s tenure. In 1987, Raymond formed Pioneer Land Title Corp. After a successful run, he joined STG Associates in 1994, where he was Counsel and Fidelity Vice President. He became top salesperson at the Agency. Joining the dynamic team at Judicial Title Agency, LLC, he is now a Counsel and Senior Account Director.