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Brian Howard Berkowitz

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Brian Howard Berkowitz
5.0 star rating
A lawyer you can trust.....
- Mike, a DUI client
5.0 star rating
Brian Berkowitz
- a DUI client

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Superb

Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 60% DUI / DWI
    13 years
  • 30% Criminal Defense
    13 years
  • 10% Speeding / Traffic Ticket
    13 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 845-638-9200
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  • Law Office of Brian Berkowitz
    345 North Main Street
    Suite 200
    New City, NY 10956
    Office: 845-638-9200
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

Photos (3)

Videos (0)

As a former prosecutor, I was appointed by the District Attorney of Rockland County as the Senior Assistant District Attorney in charge of theDriving While... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“A lawyer you can trust.....”

Posted by: Mike, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I’m a middle age professional adult and I have no criminal history. Brian Berkowitz allowed me to stay that way. I made a mistake that resulted in a... more
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5 star rating

“Brian Berkowitz”

Posted by: a DUI client, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: Mr. Berkowitz was there for me every step of the way during a bad situation. He did everything possible to work in my best interest. I was immeditly... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

10 endorsements


Peter L. Jameson

Brian is not only the "expert" in DWI defense, he is without question, one of the most skilled criminal trial attorneys in Rockland County. He is a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Peter Jameson , New City (NY), About 1 year ago
Jay Russell Golland

Brian Berkowitz is the premiere DWI attorney currently practicing in Rockland County. His experience, knowledge and abilities make him an... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jay Golland , Suffern (NY), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

14 years since Brian Howard Berkowitz was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
New Jersey Active 2000 07/15/2009
New York Currently registered 1998 05/21/2011

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Law Office of Brian Berkowitz 2002–present
Senior Assistant District Attorney at Rockland County District Attorney's Office 1998–2002
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Roger Williams University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1998
Ramapo College of New Jersey Business BS - Bachelor of Science 1995

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top New York Lawyer - DWI/DUI Arrive Magazine 2011
Forty Under 40 Rockland Economic Development Corporation 2008
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board Member Alternatives to Incarceration Advisory Board 2008-present
Member National Motorists Association 2002-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 35 Legal Answers
3 Best Answers - chosen by asker
6 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
7 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Distracted Driving - Texting While Driving Berklaw.com 2012
Spring Ahead Berklaw.com 2012
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Criminal Defense: A Former Prosecutor's Prospective Youth Academy - Town of Clarkstown Police Department 2012
The New York State Criminal Justice System Youth Academy - Town of Clarkstown Police Department 2011
See all 8 speaking engagements
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