Paul Vallone

Paul Angelo Vallone (June 2, 1967 – January 28, 2024) was an American politician and attorney from the state of New York. A Democrat, Vallone represented the 19th district on the New York City Council from 2014 to 2021; the district was located in northeast Queens. He later served as the Deputy Commissioner of External Affairs for the New York City Department of Veterans' Services.

Early life, education, and legal career Paul Vallone was the son of New York City Council Speaker Peter Vallone Sr.; the grandson of Judge Charles J. Vallone; and the brother of Peter Vallone Jr., a politician and judge.

Prior to entering politics, Vallone served as the managing partner for the law firm of Vallone & Vallone, LLP. The firm was founded by his grandfather, Charles J. Vallone, in 1932. He defeated Republican Party nominee Dennis Saffran in the general election. Vallone was re-elected in 2017.

In 2021, Vallone ran for a municipal judgeship, but was defeated by Republican Joseph Kasper.

After his City Council tenure ended due to term limits, Vallone served as the Deputy Commissioner of External Affairs for the New York City Department of Veterans' Services.

Vallone died of a heart attack on January 28, 2024, at the age of 56.