Michael S. Discioarro

Michael S. Discioarro

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 22 years

Child abuse Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Child Abuse, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

11 Broadway, Suite 615, New York, NY

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Abuse 65%

1,000 cases

65%
Criminal Defense 20%

A full service New York City Criminal Defense Law Firm. Former Prosecutor Handles All State and Federal Criminal Cases.

25 years | 1,000 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

Handling DWI cases in all of New York City.

1,000 cases

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Michael S. Discioarro, LLC

11 Broadway, Suite 615, New York, NY, 10004

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Michael S. Discioarro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

241 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 72 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great acs lawyer

I consulted and hired him about a case for our family with an indicated case acs falsely accused us of. He is a little costly but I think it was worth it. He is very attentive and knowlegable about acs and their tactics. Didn't even have to go to the court. He represented us in court and he cleared ...our names. He does his job very well. We do recommend him+++A+++

Posted by MK | March 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Exceptional, high-quality ACS attorney

I found Michael through an extensive Google search after ACS presented me with an indicated report. As someone who is a self-proclaimed Type - A personality, I never imagined myself in need of an ACS attorney. I am very grateful to have connected with Michael. From the beginning, he took his tim...e to understand the case and walked me through the process. I asked many, many questions, highlighting multiple ‘what-if’ scenarios and was always met with very knowledgeable, direct, confident and reassuring statements. He is very responsive and accessible which I found incredibly helpful throughout the process. More importantly, you have to trust him with the process and realize that he shares the same goal as his clients. He understands ACS far better than they understand their own Agency and is able to call out falsities immediately. He’s the type of person that you want on your team and he’ll be your coach and your MVP. Quite honestly, he was exceptional in every aspect and by far exceeded all of my expectations. He was able to have the report changed to unfounded and sealed before the Hearing which I didn’t even consider as a possibility. Truly remarkable and exceptional in his field! If you need him - call him. He’s exactly who you need to represent you!

Posted by Zafira | February 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Excellent ACS attorney

Mike represented my mom in a complete unfounded ACS case at her daycare. He listened intently, was always prompt and responsive to questions and provided guidance. He defended her assertively at the hearing and her name is now cleared. Very grateful

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

ACS case- Honest review

Found Michael online and did some research. The other reviews didn’t matter to me because I rather meet the individual, do a consult then decide from there. I called Michael after my legal aid team wasn’t doing a good job on my case. He invited me to his office that same day and was nice enough to wa...it a little while until I can get out off work. I looked a hot mess when I arrived and it was obvious I was going through a lot. I didn’t even have all the money to retain him but we worked out a Payment plan so I can get the rest. He alwaysssss showed up to my hearing and was on time. Well spoken and super responsive to all my messages. I had a very complex case with ACS and so many service providers involved. He stayed on top of everything. He even checked in on occasion to see how I was doing and always stuck to goal. Get the child back home. ACS can be bullies and Michael wasn’t having it! He’s not scared of the judges and know his stuff. He also very polite which I appreciate. This type of work is hard and it not easy finding a good attorney. Michael was fanatic to work with. My case will soon be closed because we got what we needed and ACS ain’t get smack!!!!

Posted by Mary | September 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent

Michael Discioarro handled my DWI case and I have nothing but amazing things to say. After our initial meeting I didn’t have to worry about anything. He kept me updated on my case and even sent me reminders of my court dates. He was always on time, prepared and professional. I would definitely reco...mmend him as an attorney to any of my family and friends. Completely satisfied.

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Michael S. Discioarro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Caliendo

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a very tenacious advocate who fights hard for his clients."

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David Zaslavsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having consulted with Michael on several matters over the last couple of years. He is an excellent attorney and an exceptional advocate. Moreover, his knowledge of criminal defense is about as good as it gets."

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Stephen Preziosi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As an appeals lawyer, I have reviewed the work of hundreds of criminal defense attorneys. Michael stands out as one of the preeminent attorneys in New York City. His hard work, ability to focus in on important issues, and attention to his clients in unparalleled. If you are charged with a crime, your first phone call should be to Michael Discioarro."

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André Travieso

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Caliendo

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Zaslavsky

Family lawyer

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Stephen Preziosi

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Michael S. Discioarro, LLC

2011 - 2011

Adjunct Professor, Hunter College

2007 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, John Jay College Of Criminal Justice

2001 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx County Distirct Attorney's Office

Associations

2003 - Present

Bronx County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member

Education

2001

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Pennsylvania State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2012

Thomson Reuters Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in New York

Languages

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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