Hon. Catherine DiDomenico See Rating Details

Family Court
Richmond (Staten Island) County
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General Inclination Regarding Bail (1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
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General Inclination in Criminal Cases Pretrial Stage (1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Trial Stage (1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Sentencing Stage (1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)


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* Evenhandedness in Civil Litigation (1=Not at all Evenhanded,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
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Other

Comment #: NY12789
Rating:1.0
Comments:
She destroyed my family and took my son and gave him back to his abusive mother-I won custody back in NJ because DiDomenco favored my ex who lied about everything. She ruined everything for me and it was so uncalled for.

Litigant

Comment #: NY12475
Rating:1.0
Comments:
This woman should be in jail for what she does to families. She should not be able to rule on any case. She is a man hater. Someone really should look at her decision making. How can so many people be wrong. Something has to be done about this horrible woman.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY12292
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
She is an [redacted] who believes she is Intelligent. When she speaks it’s clear that she is clueless. She enables women who take advantage of the law and has no regard for the strain she puts on fathers. She is doing the family court system and children of NYC a disservice.

Other

Comment #: NY12234
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
[redacted by Ed.] she has destroyed more families than covid she has seperated children added those committing parental allientation, she lies shes vindictive she claims and acts like shes god well she is NOT and she needs to be held accountable ..

We are a serious group and want to hear your story .. Men Women and Court Staff abused by this person please come forward you are NOT alone trust me ..

DidomenicoHasToGo@protonmail.com please write with a summary of what transpired add a name and your contact info someone will get back to you .. All info will be treated with the utmost of confidentiality , we are ( yes We Plural ) a group of people who have been victimized by Cathy Didomenico and have had enough of her and her bullshit ..

Again : DidomenicoHasToGo@protonmail.com


Thank you God Bless and looking forward to hearing from you all ..

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY12230
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Good day for dad’s. Bad day for this wicked witch. No more separating loving fathers from their children over marijuana use. You’ve been defanged. This Evil Woman is not fit to judge a pie eating contest. At least this arrow is no longer in the quiver. My name is David Flynn. Remember me? You know you do. Witch.

Other

Comment #: NY12161
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Something has to done about this judge. She is a miserable heartless woman. She thinks she is god. All she does is punish men and keeps them away from their children. She doesn’t read any of the motions that are presented to her. This animal should be thrown off the bench and put in jail for ruining families.

Litigant

Comment #: NY11954
Rating:1.0
Comments:
She needs to be fired The worst ever she would not let me speak and wouldn’t here an order of protection I was speaking with my atty who handled the divorce James Sexton and he said ther is enough in the records to remove her from the bench and a Eucharistic minister that’s disgusting I ha e proof of her paying off sanitation men she should have been remov d years ago but people fear judges and you should fear her because she stops at nothing Sad that nobody watch’s over her just with this report I have an attorney that can do a class action suit and I think we can even get her on criminal charges Do you pay off your sanitation person ?I don’t because it’s a bribe But with her power she gets away with it I will pay legal fees and whatever lose hopefully criminal charges Please join me so others don’t have to go through this

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY11789
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
The woman needs to be removed and disbarred. She once refused to decide motions including a motion to dismiss pursuant to CPL 30.30 and a very simple motion in limine because they "were too complicated." She has been reversed many times and they need to remove her from the bench.

Litigant

Comment #: NY10736
Rating:1.0
Comments:
She should start her drivel off with the words "once upon a time" shes living in a fairytale world where shes the Queen and everyone in the courtroom are peasants.

My lawyer had a hard time explaining to me how the law doesnt matter in Didomenicos court . That i needed to go along with the program or it will just get worse for me . Shes a vindictive mentalcase who makes things up as she goes and shes an out right liar .

She actually made up her justification for ignoring the law , my lawyer tells me i need to file an appeal with the appelate court . who is looking in on this wacko , seriously the damage of her rulings to my finances and family are ruining me and others ive talked to in and out of that courthouse .

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY10557
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
This woman should not be a judge . In all my 35 years ive never encountered such egregious actions as those which unfolded in this court , total disregard for law and an arrogant demeanor. Now im forced to state appelate court and complaints need to be filed .

Litigant

Comment #: NY10112
Rating:8.0
Comments:
I personally think this judge does a good job. I don’t know why so many people say bad things about her. My case was annoying- but it wasn’t the judges fault- it was my wife’s attorney that dragged things on. The judge told us the whole time that we should try to settle to save money- the attorney just wanted to drain us. It’s cheaper to keep her

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: NY10111
Rating:9.0
Comments:
The negative comments on this website are appalling and untrue. Any attorney who has ever appeared before this judge knows that she does her best to try cases fairly and expeditiously. Matrimonial cases are trying and emotional- so when someone is unhappy they look for a place to vent. I guess one unhappy litigant equals a bunch of negative comments (since they are anonymous and you can write as many as you want). These comments are probably left by the dead beat dads and drug addict moms that clog the family court system.

Litigant

Comment #: NY10103
Rating:1.0
Comments:
the judge is rude and disrespectful; someone has to review her prior rulings. she is unfair towards men who want to see their children.

Other

Comment #: NY10093
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Hon. Catherine DiDomenico finalized my divorce today. It was a stressful 5 years to get to this day, and her professionalism and clarity made the final process as comforting as humanly possible.
She was fair and gave us the opportunity to express our concerns, and helped us achieve an amicable result.
A personal thank you.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY10048
Rating:9.4
Comments:
Fairest judge handling the most difficult part.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY9725
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Can someone please review some of her past cases and bring this gender biased woman back to practice law. This is a very educated woman she knows what she is doing. This is a disgrace to familys in general. Judge Didomenico if you ever read this know I will pray for you and your soul.

Litigant

Comment #: NY9605
Rating:1.0
Comments:
I wish there were a negative to give this "judge". Despite no allegation of abuse in my case there I was in DV court. Where Didomenico actually said from the bench that she didn't know me but knew my wifes attorney so she believed my wifes attorney and not me on our post nup agreement and on physical and verbal abuse I went through when I became ill from my time at the WTC. Isnt that judicial misconduct? Someone (chief judge refused) has to look into this so called jurist. Whats in that big plastic bottle anyway?

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY9385
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Does this judge always hand children over to proven drug addicts? Proven organized crime members? Liars? Cheaters? Wife abusers? This rating platform should have -10 to 0! This judge deserves a -10 as a human being. Bias is a nice word. Greased would be the correct word! Remove this judge!

Other

Comment #: NY9384
Rating:1.0
Comments:
And by the way for the men who say she is bias, she is abusing a female, a beautiful mother to turn that perspective around. She and this system are ruining the lives of 2 young children. What she has created with a couple of her disgusting lawyer friends is nothing short of emotional & mental child abuse. And she calls herself a catholic Eucharistic minister! She can't spend enough time in her life in a church to be forgiven for your words, actions & rulings. She should hang her head between her legs in shame!

Litigant

Comment #: NY9359
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Nothing "HONORABLE" about her ! She should have recused herself in my case . She only rewards lies and perjury she will destroy evidence and cover up the truth . These are some of the things done to me .

She has zero interest in children's well being . Crimes felonies will be covered up. Quite frankly her court is a joke . And the joke will be on the honest person usually a man . She does this on purpose because NOBODY could be that stupid .

Her court is a SCRIPT , if you have been wronged or expect the truth and fairness it won't happen and don't rely in the attorney you hire because they're all friends .

She has zero background for this position first she was propped up to run for DA against Murphy , what a joke that was . No background , no experience and awful . That didn't work out so they picked her for this gig ...the reviews here alone questioning her go back a decade and she never had any business being considered for this with zero credentials . The results are destroyed lives since she's been here .

She needs to be removed for many reasons

Litigant

Comment #: NY9336
Rating:1.0
Comments:
To be Honorable is to be open to admitting your mistakes and correcting them. This Judge demonstrates Hubris to a level I have never thought possible.

Litigant

Comment #: NY8925
Rating:1.0
Comments:
HORRIBLE is too nice a word. Judge has shown no regards for the facts, talks to adults as though they were children. Read a positive post (must be a relative). Her gender bashing is obvious and extremely troublesome. Someone should do something about this woman before it is too late.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY8893
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
She has consistently been, and always will be the most fair and impartial Judge
for all genders. A tireless public servant for all constituents of Staten Island. SI needs her and the utmost integrity of her courtroom.

Litigant

Comment #: NY8890
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Judge is a DISGRACE.... She is ANTI-MALE and not afraid to show it. It really is a joke that someone with her temperment and blatant disregard for the truth is allowed to be a judge.

Litigant

Comment #: NY8598
Rating:1.0
Comments:
mediocre

Other

Comment #: NY8359
Rating:1.0
Comments:
She needs to be removed from office. She has incarnated many men with no fair grounds. She deserves to lose her title.

Litigant

Comment #: NY8226
Rating:1.0
Comments:
how can she still be a judge? she is rude and nasty, does not listen to what anyone has to say as well as ignorant. She is 100% against men and if you think otherwise live in my shoes. she likes to use her exboyfriend who is another former judge to help 'assist' in cases from the childrens point of view.

Court Staff

Comment #: NY8201
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Nothing but complaints about how this judge treats anyone before her. She's ignorant of the law, vindictive to any who point out her errors and treats her staff like servants. Rude, condescending, manipulative and a liar when it suits her interests. Hides behind her cloak of Eucharistic minister while parading next to her priest. She isn't fooling anyone. Unfit period.

Litigant

Comment #: NY7746
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Best Judge on the Island! Makes a sincere effort to help you settle your case and warns you up front about the costs of the divorce proceeding- which are crazy- lawyers in New York cost WAY TOO MUCH.

Litigant

Comment #: NY7650
Rating:9.0
Comments:
I was before Judge DiDomenico the other day, and I decided to see what I could learn about her after she helped me out with a problem with my ex-husband. I have to say, there is a lot of un-fair judge hating on here. My ex husbnd is a jerk, was really brutal to me during our marriage and now he wont pay child support. This judges court handles domestic violence cases- sadly, men are generally the people who become violent- I think she actually gave my husband too much in her decision, but I think she was just trying to be fair... I understand that even mean people get to see their kids. i dont know, no one is perfect but I think she is a good judge.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY7607
Rating:1.0
Comments:
The "Jaded Jurist" should be removed. Period. Capricious, arbitrary, rulings are all you get in her court. She treats the court staff like kindergarteners. She does not even read submitted moving papers. One really poor Judge.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY7518
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
I would like to say that I have seen this Judge in action.
and regardless of any outcome I am comfortable with her temperament. She commands respect. I may not be perfect but I am confident that we have a fair judge. She may not rule in my favor, however, she's a perfect example of what a judge should be. I Stand behind her as a defendant that has lost everything. I smile because she gave me a chance. A reason to live. I feel blessed just having her as my judge.

Litigant

Comment #: NY7478
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
This Judge does not even follow the rule book. The fact that they allow a judge like this to make decisions that affects families is an absolute crime all in itself. If you are a man entering her courtroom "Beware" because she will never listen to your case and roll her eyes at you like you are a liar.She pretends to do what is best for the kids but you will learn very quickly that you never even had a fair shot once you are a man walking into her courtroom. Trust me and try to avoid any litigation with her as the overseeing judge. The NYS court system should really look at the cases on Staten Island closely because this is a prime example of someone who runs their courtroom like she is above the law and there is absolutely nothing that you can do about it.

Other

Comment #: NY7162
Rating:10.0
Comments:
This judge is so unfair it is criminal. She does not listen to anyone but herself, makes rulings on wrong documentation and when you try to let her know you are dismissed by her. She is the reason why are courts are in a backlog and cases take years to resolve. Who is reviewing these judges to make sure that they are following the law and not running the court room like a kangaroo court???

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: NY6969
Rating:1.0
Comments:
should not be allowed to be a judge --- too bias to the women beyond unfair - almost criminal what she gets away with- are we not watching staten island ?? she actually be dis barred!! very unfair very !!! take yourself off her case if ever your on it and your a man -

Other

Comment #: NY6904
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Judge DiDomenico's wisdom, and elegance is outstanding in her interpretation of the law. She speak simply without condescension. Remarkable balance of Church and State.

Litigant

Comment #: NY6531
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
As a victim of domestic violence, I found the Judge to be compassionate. She was also fair to both sides as she waited for all the evidence to be heard before making her decision. Because of her I feel safe to live my life again without fear.

Litigant

Comment #: NY5636
Rating:8.0
Comments:
Divorce is terrible to go through, but the Judge was fair. Her staff was helpful when i represented myself, then she gave me a lawyer.

Litigant

Comment #: NY5561
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Incompetent and Opinionated

Other

Comment #: NY5553
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Judge DiDomenico has been a lifelong and tireless Public Servant for Staten Island residents. Her former tenure as an active attorney and Law Professor has always been fair and objective, thus benefiting many with her knowledge of the legal system. As a Judge this highly professional person is objective, balanced and thoughtful in all of her decisions. Staten Island is very fortunate to have her serve our constituents.

Other

Comment #: NY5552
Rating:1.0
Comments:
If you are a man and you appear before this judge in a divorce trial, you are screwed. After reading her final decision, It is clear The male defendant never had a fair chance...I don't think she even bothered to read the male defendant's closing arguments.

Other

Comment #: NY5080
Rating:1.0
Comments:
This judge is incompetent.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY4714
Rating:8.5
Comments:
I had an IDV matter before Judge DiDomenico, settled pre-trial. I found Judge DiDomenico to be fair, impartial, and well-informed. Her staff was also respectful and helpful. She had a crowded calendar, but that's only to be expected for a busy part.

Other

Comment #: NY4485
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Judge DiDomenico has always been ultra-pleasant and appears to be very smart and very fair. You'd better have your ducks in a row when dealing with her, though, as she does not suffer fools gladly. Overall, I rate her very highly.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: NY4416
Rating:9.4
Comments:
very smart, very fair, efficient, Judge was very fair to my client who was the husband; Judge saw right through Wife's lies..

Other

Comment #: NY4192
Rating:2.0
Comments:
Doesnt know the law. Makes up stuff to support her delusions. The worst judge I've ever seen. Not fit to judge a pie eating contest.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: NY4067
Rating:7.9
Comments:
It seems this Judge handles both criminal and civil matters. I have no idea how she is with criminal, but with civil (divorce) she is a fair judge who does her best to apply the law fairly.

Litigant

Comment #: NY4046
Rating:10.0
Comments:
I have to say, this judge is very fair, balanced, and respectful. I was very pleased that she was hearing the cases and was honored to be in her court.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: NY3770
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
I feel pity for her. Clearly she has no conscience. She turns a deaf ear to men. Perhaps she is loving proof of a judicial system that cannot be impartial..perhaps that is why she wears the hat of a Eucharistic minister. Hester wore the scarlet letter to show her sin....one wonders if the judge's ostensible devotion to her faith compensates for her blindness, bitterness and ruthlessness in court.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY3749
Rating:2.2
Comments:
I found this judge to be very impatient and prejudicial, and most often side with the females in the cases presented before her.She often cuts defendants off in mid sentence, and appears uninterested in viewpoints. I also found her to be somewhat condescending to the occupants of her courtroom.

Litigant

Comment #: NY3609
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
smart; very fair; cares about people who appear before her; watched a number of cases while waiting for mine; didnt seem to be in favor of men or women; different results based on different facts

Litigant

Comment #: NY3409
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Prejudice, Her law Clerk makes statements without evidence or documents to support her statements. The judge looks for the easy way out disregards felonies committed by females in divorce cases disregards fraud and perjury on the part of females and their attorneys even when the evidence of such actions is in her hands. She is an adjunct professor of law at Fordham I shudder to think what she teaches her class

Other

Comment #: NY3364
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Conniving, ruthless, vindictive, retaliatory all done with a big smile. Worst possible profession to be awarded to this master manipulator. Treats staff, litigants, attorneys and contemporaries with utter contempt and disregard. All while hiding behind her alter ego of Eucharistic minister. Shameful!

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY3306
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Ha! She probably wrote that last comment herself or it was one of the kiss up lawyers that you always encounter on Staten Island,nothing new,doesn't surprise me at all that they would stick up for her.She's a disgrace to the court system.There was even a news article about her about how awful she is and how biased she is in court.Most lawyers do like her because she is biased but,ask the people and they will tell you how horrible she really is.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY3304
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
By far the nicest most polite judges I have appeared before in 30 years of practicing law. Anyone who thinks she doesn't know law probably sucks as a lawyer...or obviously is not in court much..

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY3233
Rating:1.0
Comments:
This judge is so nasty.I couldn't stand her attitude and stupidity.I pretty much wound up telling her off because I wasn't going to stand for her lack of knowledge and unfairness.I have no respect whatsoever for her because she clearly has no respect for anyone entering her courtroom either.She is a horrible judge and a horrible person.She should ask her law school for a refund because they did not teach her the laws correctly.

Litigant

Comment #: NY2695
Rating:1.0
Comments:
Judge ignores the obvious appearance of impropriety and refuses to recuse when she should.

She is also blatantly gender-biased.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: NY2455
Rating:10.0
Comments:
Judge DiDomenico is a very caring and hardworking Judge. She is also no nonsense. Be prepared when you appear before. She has read your papers and reviewed the law before hearing substantive arguments and you better be ready to address the legal issues, especially in complex or novel areas of law.

Litigant

Comment #: NY2101
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Judge DiDomenico has not read any of my papers presented to her chambers. She is very unfair. I, as the defendent in an ongoing divorce and child custody battle for almost two years,she will never listen to me, the wife of a wealthy sociopath. She is not fair. Runs her courtroom more like criminal court and speeaks like one.

Litigant

Comment #: NY1975
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
very fair judge; polite, patient; i didnt win everything i wanted but felt i had a fair shake...overall, not bad experience

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: NY727
Rating:6.2
Comments:
Very pleasant to deal with, although slightly prosecutor-friendly.

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: NY648
Rating:4.9
Comments:
This judge clearly did not have a private practice before the bench, and does not seem to have tried a case as an attorney. The result is some bizarre rulings.