Mahmoud R Rabah

Mahmoud R Rabah

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Forest Hills, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

118-35 Queens Blvd, Suite 1220, Forest Hills, NY

About Mahmoud

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

State Criminal Defense Federal Criminal Defense Criminal Litigation Appeals Trials Administrative Hearings Juvenile Delinquency Cases

23 years | 2,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Mahmoud R. Rabah, Esq.

118-35 Queens Blvd, Suite 1220, Forest Hills, NY, 11375

Law Office of Mahmoud R Rabah

832A Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY

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Mahmoud R Rabah's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

5 star (88) 4 star (2)
3 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best criminal lawyer, Highly recommended

Great lawyer, gives his 200%. Sharp and on top of the case. Highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic attorney, dedicated to finding success for his clients.

Mahmoud was extremely helping in resolving our legal matter with the best possible outcome. Working with Mahmoud was a very pleasant experience from our very first call to our case dismissal. He also provided a level of empathy and understanding that went above and beyond our expectations. I wholehea...rtedly recommend him to anyone seeking diligent and effective legal representation.

Posted by Jesse | December 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Solid and straight

Mahmoud is solid, straight and professional. He communicates well and handles the court system with accomplished acumen.

Posted by Rose | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome, helpful and trustworthy attorney

I found myself in a very dark place and was overwhelmed, I didn’t know where to go or who to turn to. I was referred to Mr. Rabah and did an extensive search on this attorney. I was pleasantly surprised on the great reviews he had and felt very comfortable hiring him. I have no regrets ! He was very... pleasant and empathic, was ALWAYS available when I called or texted. I didn’t have to go through an assistant and wait for him to call back like most attorneys. He knew the System well and everything he said would happen, happened during the case. He kept me updated and guided me well. He is very flexible and a people person. He got my case dismissed! I recommend him with no reservations - he is just an awesome human being!

Posted by Trevor | July 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Satisfied victory

Mr Rabah very intelligent, humble and kind. I want to say thank you Mr Rabah for helping my husband in his case, words can't express the gratitude that we have for him. My husband first DWI Mr Rabah did what he said which was get my husband record cleared and that's what happened in the end. I will r...ecommend Mr Rabah because he is a excellent lawyer. He works really hard to get his clients a fair victory. Mr Rabah knows his jobs and makes sure you don't suffer any anxiety and panic attacks while waiting for your trial in court. He reassure you that he will fight with everything in him to succeed to victory. This is what he did for my family. I will forever recommend Mr Rabah to anyone. Thank you again Mr Rabah.

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Mahmoud R Rabah's Lawyer Endorsements

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Neil Ruskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I KNOW MAHMOUD FOR ABOUT TEN YEARS I HAVE SEEN HIM IN COURT ON MANY OCCASIONS MAHMOUD IS A VERY HARD WORKING ATTORNEY HE GETS GREAT RESULTS AND IS WELL RESPECTED BY HIS FELLOW ATTORNEYS AND THE JUDGES. HE IS EXCELLENT"

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm pleased to endorse Mr. Rabah. He is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. A highly recommended attorney."

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Lee Bergstein

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mahmoud is exceptionally hard working and skilled. I endorse this lawyer."

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Don Murray

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Rabah on many cases over the years and can say without hesitation that he is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer who not only works tirelessly for his clients, but who also treats his clients with the best of care and compassion."

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James Galleshaw

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Rabah is an excellent attorney who truly cares for his clients. He is very knowledgeable on the law and respected by the Prosecutor's and Judges."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Other

"Great attorney who works hard to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Russo

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Mr.Rabah is a highly skilled criminal litigator.A strong advocate whose tireless effort for his clients yields excellent courtroom results. having worked both with and alongside him for years now I can honestly say he one of the brightest stars in the criminal courts today!"

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Zachary Reibstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known and worked with Mr. Rabah for over 8 years and can definitely state that he is an excellent attorney."

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John Campo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Rabah is an excellent trial attorney who routinely secures aquittals in high profile cases. He is always ready and willing to tackle the toughest legal challenges that would easily overwhelm the average lawyer. I strongly recommend Mr. Rabah and his office."

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Adel Abrahim

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Rabah has extensive experience in a wide array of criminal matters. This, along with his confidence and unwavering commitment to his clients' best interests translate to Mr. Rabah being the "first choice" for criminal defense."

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Florian Bruno

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rabah and I worked together on the defense of a young foreigner who was unfairly accused of a most serious crime. He was able to convince the prosecutor of the client's innocence and the DA agreed to a dismissal. A rare outcome and only made possible by Mr Rabah's hard work. Highly recommended."

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Roman Aminov

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mahmoud is a knowledgeable, hard working, and diligent attorney. My experiences with him have always been positive and I feel comfortable referring criminal defense clients to him."

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Patrick Megaro

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mahmoud is a tenacious fighter in the courtroom. An excellent trial attorney who knows how to win cases and go toe-to-toe with the prosecution and hostile judges. A man not afraid of battle."

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Deron Castro

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked on cases with Mr. Rabah over the last few years, I have found him to be an outstanding criminal defense attorney who obtains the best possible results for his clients. He is a well prepared and skilled trial lawyer who is not afraid of handling and litigating tough cases."

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Neil Ruskin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Don Murray

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Russo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zachary Reibstein

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Campo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adel Abrahim

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Roman Aminov

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Florian Bruno

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2014

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2013

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo.com

2003

First Place in the Domenick L. Garielli Moot Court Competition, Albany Law School

2003

Excellence in the Criminal Procedure Workshop, CALI

2002

Excellence Award in Legal Writing, CALI

Work Experience

2008 - 2011

Of Counsel, Law Office of Scott Brettschneider, PC

2004 - 2008

Assistant District Attorney, Queens County District Attorney's Office

2003 - 2003

Summer Associate, Deutsche Bank

2002 - 2003

Intern, Honorable Louis B. York

2002 - 2002

Intern, Honorable Martin Karopkin

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Member

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

New York State Defenders Association

Member

2004 - Present

Queens County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

New York County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Acquittal in Attempted Murder Case

Not Guilty

Firearm Suppressed in Queens Supreme Court

Evidence Suppressed

Acquittal in Queens

Not Guilty

Dismissal of Gun Charge

All charges dismissed

Not Guilty of Rape in the First Degree

Not guilty of the top counts, sparing client of up to 25 years in jail

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Education

2004

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

City University of New York, Brooklyn College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Eastern Michigan University Teach In

Demystifying The Grand Jury: A Look Into The Grand Jury Process and How It Failed in Death of Eric Garner

2003

Brooklyn College Presidential Scholarship Ceremony

Importance of Legal Studies in Undergraduate Curriculum

Publications

2013

New York Daily News THUG'S COP-OUT

2013

New York Post Diner Defense

2004

Brooklyn Law Review Staff Editor & Articles Editor

2004

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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