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    Megan Ann Gallagher

    Megan Ann Gallagher

    5.02 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Megan Gallagher has over 37 years’ experience working as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. She began her career as an assistant district attorney in Nassau County handling countless cases including violent street crimes, drug crimes and multi-m...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Gabriella MacDonald

    Gabriella MacDonald

    5.028 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: Gabriella MacDonald, Esq. was born and raised in Monroe County. She is a graduate of the New York State University at Buffalo Law School, while she was there she recieved awards for a Public Service Honor, and the CALI award, which recognizes her ...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Gennaro Dominick Calabrese

    Gennaro Dominick Calabrese

    4.610 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Appeals and more
    Bio: Attorney Gennaro graduated magna cum laude from the University at Albany, and graduated cum laude from Albany Law School. Gennaro has focused his practice on civil litigation, civil rights abuses and criminal defense. He has tried civil and crimin...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Lisa J. Pelosi

    Lisa J. Pelosi

    4.820 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: If you are looking at my profile then you or a loved one must be in need of help. I'm certain you are going through a difficult time. I have been practicing criminal law for over thirty years in the NYC and Hudson Valley. Having been a Prosecutor,...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Joel Richard Salinger

    Joel Richard Salinger

    4.420 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Choosing a lawyer to defend you in court in a Divorce Action or in a Criminal or DWI / Traffic case may be one of the most important decisions you ever have to make. In making your decision whether or not to place you trust in my law firm I’d like...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Christopher August Curley

    Christopher August Curley

    5.01 review
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I am a solo practitioner at Curley Law, PLLC with over 5 and a half years of experience specializing in criminal law. As a former prosecutor, I have the jury trial experience and fundamental knowledge of the criminal justice system needed to effec...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Howard E. Knispel

    Howard E. Knispel

    4.713 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: Your neighborhood attorney for all your legal needs. Specializing in Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Real Estate, Criminal and Bankruptcy. Member of the Suffolk County Bar Association.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    5.07 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Creative and aggressive litigator, former prosecutor, innovative in areas of prevention policy and workplace training. Strong background in investigations, criminal and family law. Staunch advocate for victims of gender based crime and individuals...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Phyllis R. Mintz

    Phyllis R. Mintz

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Land Use & Zoning and more
    Review: "I would especially like to extend my gratitude towards Ms MINTZ whom I felt had really worked to bring a favorable outcome. SHE took the time to sit down and listen to my story. SHE asked questions, wrote notes down and strategized. FROM there she..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Alain V. Massena

    Alain V. Massena

    5.02 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have nothing but GREAT things to say about Mr. Massena. From the very beginning Mr. Massena put his clients first, he listened and was very attentive. He was very honest and upfront whether it was good news or bad news. He was very knowledgeable..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Mercedes S. Cano

    Mercedes S. Cano

    5.021 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family and more
    Bio: Mercedes S. Cano is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano. She has extensive experience in the area of immigration law, and more specifically in matters involving deportation, immigration petitions with criminal issues and crim...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Richard Pellegrino

    Richard Pellegrino

    5.019 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business and more
    Bio: Richard Pellegrino II is a former Prosecutor with over 25 years experience and specializes in the areas of criminal law, DWI & DUI, business law, employment law, and real estate law. Richard Pellegrino II also provides human resources & labor cons...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Lawrence A. Newman

    Lawrence A. Newman

    4.9148 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: Hi my name is Larry Newman. Originally, I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I am of counsel to Cyr and Associates. Their legal practice is 100% dedicated to the defense of DWI charges in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Cyr and Associates i...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Christopher Michael Waters

    Christopher Michael Waters

    5.07 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Former 10 year Rockland County Senior Assistant District Attorney assigned to Narcotics Unit. Experienced Criminal Defense attorney in New York and New Jersey. Prosecuted and defended all types of cases from serious violent felony and A1 level nar...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Jason Lawrence Russo

    Jason Lawrence Russo

    3.06 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    Bio: I have been a criminal defense attorney for more than a decade, handling all matters ranging from vehicle and traffic offenses to major felony offenses. I represent individuals accused of crimes in all the New York State Courts and Federal Courts.
    Rating:  9.2
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    Nathan Michael Semmel

    Nathan Michael Semmel

    5.04 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: A law firm is only as strong as its leadership. Nathan M. Semmel is a former Manhattan Assistant District Attorney turned criminal defense attorney who truly cares about his clients. Nathan handles all types of criminal cases from simple misdemean...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Bruce A. Petito

    Bruce A. Petito

    4.817 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: I have tried over 140 cases to verdict in the personal injury and criminal areas. I am trial counsel for over 15 attorneys who refer me their personal injury cases They trust my ability, my experiance and my trial expertise. My results speak for t...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    5.01 review
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: I am a Marine Corps veteran and former NYPD police officer. I worked as a Staff Attorney in the Legal Aid Society of new York's Criminal Defense Practice from 2007 until 2017. Licensed to practice law in New York State and before the federal bar s...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Igor Niman

    Igor Niman

    5.02 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Thank you for hard work and strategic approach, we achieved a favorable outcome. I truly appreciate their commitment and would highly recommend to anyone in need of legal assistance. His knowledge, compassion, and professionalism make him an outst..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Eric K. Schillinger

    Eric K. Schillinger

    4.69 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: With hundreds of cases handled, The Law Office of Eric K. Schillinger is one of the best criminal defense firms in Albany. Our lawyer has protected the constitutional rights of people at the local level and has even tried multiple cases at the fed...
    Rating:  7.6
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