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Biography
Lawyer and founder of the Kugel Law Firm, Rachel has always wanted to make a difference in people's lives. Rachel is a criminal defense attorney focusing on DWI cases both in New York and New Jersey. Having defended hundreds of people on charges related to driving under the influence, it's no wonder that when the media needs an expert they call her. Rachel is a regular guest on CNN, FOX News, CourtTV, MSNBC, The O'Reilly Factor, The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet, and many others. Rachel is a member of the National College of DUI Defense and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. To Find out more about Rachel you can check out her youtube channel at
I don't judge you, I don't lecture you, I defend you. Flat fees and payment plans available!
Aggressive DWI/DUI defense. Flat fees and payment plans available!
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
90%
21 years
Criminal Defense
10%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
The Kugel Law Firm
(212) 372-7218
Fax
(973) 854-0098
Fax
Offices in NY and NJ, 111 E 125th St 2nd Fl, New York, NY, 10035
www.thekugellawfirm.comGallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Rachel online.
Rachel L. Kugel's Reviews
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Case Results (93)
Advocacy (70)
Recommendation (54)
Practice Area Knowledge (45)
Professionalism (36)
Staff & Support (31)
Communication Style (27)
Character & Conduct (24)
Cost of Services (24)
Responsiveness (22)
Compassion (20)
Trustworthiness (20)
General Knowledge (16)
Punctuality (6)
Payment Plans (2)
Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews | Compassion
Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
17 tickets got DISSMISSED
Rachel is a TOP DOG in her field attorney! I admire her for that. And Linda is very lovely person always helps over the phone and has always compassion to your situation! At the beginning of this year I was arrested and slapped with almost 18 tickets, wasn’t lucky that day! Charges were DUI, leavi...
Posted by Serita | May 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Just go ahead and retain her !
If you’re on the edge as to whether or not to hire the Kugel law firm I hope my review will assist you! I was involved in an accident and got charged with a dui and was a complete nervous and embarrassed wreck. I contacted Kugel Law firm after reading her reviews and that was the best decision I made...
Rachel Kugel
Replied last June 01, 2023Thank you so much! It is a pleasure to serve good people like you!
Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Years ago....
Years ago, on a holiday weekend after celebrating with my friends, I got a dui. I was in such a panic. Somehow I found this site, spoke to several attorneys, Rachel was the only one that put me at ease. The case lasted several months, but its just recently I've gotten to see the full after effects of...
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dynamic Attorney w/ Innovative Techniques
Overall, I had a very great experience with Rachel. She offered a very flexible payment system and offered a range of different services that were included in her retainer fee including representation through the duration of a trial. Her Paralegal Linda is also very empathetic, professional, and unde...
Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Winning Team
Rachel and her team are amazing. They are extremely reliable and compassionate. With Rachel’s guidance and assistance I was able to have the case fully DISMISSED!!! I am so thankful and highly recommend her.
Rachel L. Kugel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kugel is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate and has accomplished a great deal in two of the toughest areas to be successful in. Not just in her career as an attorney, but also prior to becoming an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Rachel and her staff are committed to servicing their clients and trying to obtain favorable outcomes for them."
"I endorse this lawyer.I MET RACHEL IN BROOKLYN CRIMINAL COURT ABOUT A MONTH AGO .WE DISCUSS THE PRACTICE OF CRIMINAL LAW I WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH RACHEL 'S COMMITMENT I WATCHED RACHEL HANDLE HER CASES AND I AM CONVINCED THAT RACHEL IS AN EXCELLENT LAWYER THAT GETS GREAT RESULTS"
"Rachel is a stunning DUI lawyer. When I am not able to handle the case she is the best possible option I have in my mind to refer my clients to."
"I'm pleased to endorse Ms. Kugel. She is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer and a zealous advocate for her clients. A highly recommended attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rachel knows the law inside and out. A very reliable attorney, a rare gem in the profession."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kugel was a worthy adversary when I was an ADA."
"Rachel is an excellent DUI attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. I recommend her without hesitation."
"Rachel and I have been working closely together since 2009. During these years, I got to know Rachel both professionally and on a personal level. Her dedication, passion and knowledge of the law is of the highest quality and integrity that it far surpasses the majority of attorneys out there today. Rachel’s tremendous expertise and experience in the legal field enables her to zealously represent her clients getting them the results they want. Rachel truly cares about her clients so much that she makes herself readily available day, night and even on weekends to answer or address any problems or concerns. She truly is an asset to the legal community and anybody looking for an attorney should strongly consider her. I strongly encourage you to do so. Her website speaks for itself!"
"When I first meet Rachel Kugel I was a Municipal Prosecutor and she was representing a client. Ms. Kugel was very well prepared. Due to the nature of the case we had a trial in front of a Judge. Ms. Kugel really impressed me with her knowledge of the law and the facts of her case. She was able to achieve for her client the result that she wanted and expected. Based upon the experience that I had with Ms. Kugel I can say that she is a fine, experienced and compassionate attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is professional and courteous. I have referred many cases to her and our clients have all been highly satisfied."
"I have known Rachel for several years. We worked together (DWI Trial and Appeal). She has a great balance of intellect, trial skills and demeanor and she keeps her clients' interests paramount."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rachel is a phenomenal attorney and really knows her stuff!"
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George Vomvolakis
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Founder, The Kugel Law Firm
1999 - 2001
Criminal Defense Investigator, The Law Offices of Roberts and Wood
Associations
National College of DUI Defense
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Manhattan, N.Y. DWI
Case dismissed.
Newark, N.J. DWI
Case Dismissed
Brooklyn, N.Y. DWI
DWI Dismissed in favor of Following too closely.
Brooklyn, N.Y. DWI Homicide
Not guilty verdict on DWI and Homicide Charges.
Saddle Brook, N.J. DWI
Case dismissed
Education
2004
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
American University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
DWI Update 2020 - Advanced DWI Practice & Challenges to the New DWI/Interlock Statute
DWI Update 2020
2019
DWI Update 2019/2020 - Advanced DWI Practice & Challenges to the New DWI/Interlock Statute
DWI Update 2019/2020
2012
Your World with Neil Cavuto
Legal Analyst
2012
The Willis Report
Legal Analyst
2012
The Fox Report
Legal Analyst
2012
The Fox Report
Legal Analyst
2011
Jane Valez Mitchell
Legal Analyst
2011
HLN Special Report
Legal Analyst
2011
Garden State CLE
New York v. New Jersey Defense Tactics
2011
Fox and Friends
Legal Analyst
2009
CourtTV - The Best Defense
Legal Analyst
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens in this criminal summons situation?
24 Aug 2024
Q&A
What kind of sentence am I looking at?
15 Jun 2021
Q&A
Is a drug recognition expert enough to cause a dwi conviction?
25 Jul 2020
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
New York Prompt Suspension Law
08 Jun 2020
Video Legal Guide
New Jersey Underage Drinking and Underage DUI (Zero Tolerance)
01 Jun 2020
Video Legal Guide
What's the Statute of Limitations on a New Jersey DWI/DUI?
20 May 2020