Todd Andrew Spodek
About Todd
Biography
Criminal Defense:
A second generation defense lawyer, Mr. Spodek represents clients in criminal investigations, grand jury investigations, violation, misdmeanor and felony cases throughout New York State.
Mr Spodek has sucessfuly resolved criminal cases before an arrest is even made, as well as post arrest through strategic plea bargaining. Mr. Spodek has secured numerous acquittals at trial for his clients. Recent trials include Felony Murder, Depraved Indifference Murder, Assault, Robbery, Menacing, Harrassment, Predatory Sexual Assault. along with case dispositive suppresion hearings.
Divorce & Family Law:
Mr. Spodek's regularly represents client's in the drafting of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements along with settlement agreements.
Mr. Spodek also has litigated countless divorces regarding child support, child custody, equitable distribution, orders of protection and complex vaulation of close held small busisnesses and advanced degrees.
Office Structure:
Spodek Law Group P.C. was created in an effort to bring the big firm client experience, and skills of a seasoned trial team, with the personal service and flexibility that only a boutique law firm can provide. Our years of family, divorce and criminal trial experience allow us to be efficient and cost effective to our clients. Throughout the years our attorneys have dealt with these legal issues. Our unique teamwork approach allows us to create customized strategies to achieve our clients goals and to ensure that our clients are always protected and never left alone. We are family owned, and operated law firm. We are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week and take great satisfaction of the customer service we provide our clients. We have built our firm based on the referrals of existing clients. We hope that you join our extended family. For our client's convinenace we have an office in downtown Manhattan, downtown Brooklyn and in Long Island City Queens.
Legal Fees:
Our firm has reasonable rates and understand that your time and money is valuable and will do all that we can to resolve your case in the most cost effective manner. We will focus our time and energy on the issues that matter most. Our firm accepts all credit cards and our billing department will work out a flexible payment plan with you.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
20 years | 5,000 cases
2,500 cases
20 years | 2,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Spodek Law Group P.C.
85 Broad Street, 17th Floor, New York, NY, 10004
Spodek Law Group P.C.
31-10 37th Avenue, Suite 202, Queens, NY, 11101
Spodek Law Group P.C.
195 Montague Street, 14th Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
Spodek Law Group P.C.
611 S Catalina Street, Suite 222, Los Angeles, CA, 90005
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Todd Andrew Spodek's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
214 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Support
Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2012 | Child Support
Child Support is Hell, However Todd is a good attorney
Thanks for everything Todd. I appreciate all of your help. Todd detailed all of my options in a child support case. It took me a while to understand that the Child Support laws focus on actual financial resources of the parties needs and not their motivation for their actions.
Posted by Fouad | September 04, 2012 | Child Support
Honest Hardworking and Reliable
My ex wife filed for an upward modification of child support along with excessive child care expenses. After a hearing the Judge decided in my favor. Mr. Spodek was creative and subpoened her credit card statements to see how much she was actually spending a month and that income should be imputed fr...
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2012 | Child Support
Wonderful Divorce Attorney
I retained Mr. Spodek two years ago to represent me in my divorce. Mr. Spodek was the third divorce attorney I hired to represent me. My divorce was ugly and my husband did everything in his power to screw me. He prolonged the case forever. He fought me tooth and nail to avoid paying child support a...
Todd Andrew Spodek's Lawyer Endorsements
"Fantastic Trial Attorney. Todd is the GO TO lawyer for all your high profile or run of the mill cases. He take the utmost pride in client representation. He is a shark. I have personally seen him give a BLOCKBUSTER closing on a case. Highly Recommend if you want no jail time."
"I endorse this lawyer. He truly cares about his clients and is looking out for them."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the pleasure of working with Todd Spodek. He is a wonderful mentor and an incredibly knowledgable attorney."
"I am proud to run the divorce and family law practice in the Los Angeles, CA office of Spodek Law Group. We, at Spodek Law Group truly care about each and every client's case and will provide attentive and competent representation for your family law matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Todd Spodek treats his clients and fellow attorneys with professionalism and respect. I have no reservations about referring work to Todd and his firm, and endorse him fully."
"Todd is very knowledgeable when it comes to the intersection of criminal law and business. If you are a business owner and have any situation that has criminal implications, you need to talk to Todd."
"I endorse this lawyer. This is my go-to guy in NEW YORK! Truly a talented lawyer, it is a pleasure working with Todd. Constantly, impressed by the quality of work he does!"
"Todd's a top New York trial lawyer with a successful record of winning cases across the city and state. He knows how to care for clients with compassion while fighting the government on its own turf. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer!"
"Todd is an excellent attorney who fights for his clients and is there for them through every step of the legal process. He is knowledgable, efficient, and is a strong advocate. I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal help."
"Todd is an extremely hard working attorney who will relentlessly pursue his clients' interests. I have seen him regularly push back against unreasonable prosecutions and win where others have failed. He's a top notch defense attorney and you would be happy to have him on your side."
"Todd is a knowledgable attorney who clients can turn to when they are in a bind. Strong advocate"
"High powered, high octane and a fighter through and through. You can't go wrong with Spodek in your corner."
"I've spoken to Todd on several occasions concerning criminal matters and have always found him to be extremely knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
"I fully endorse Todd Spodek. Todd is a knowledgable, tough and experienced lawyer who is also very personable. He is well respected and well-liked throughout the courts. I have referred many cases to him, and will continue to do so."
"I endorse this lawyer. Todd Spodek is highly respected and recognized in the legal community and in the legal practice areas of Matrimonial Law and Criminal Defense."
"Todd is a smart and savvy litigator. I rely on him for strategic advice even though we work in different practice areas. He works very hard for his clients and it shows in his results."
"In a highly competitive business such as criminal defense, it can be difficult to find allies and people will to help. Todd has provided me with extensive knowledge and has assisted me in building my criminal defense practice. I have seen how Todd goes above and beyond for his clients and he is always available to speak with them and myself. You won't go wrong should you choose to hire Todd Spodek."
"Todd Spodek is known to me both personally and professionally. He is a fabulous attorney who is well respected by his peers and colleagues."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Brooklyn Criminal Defense Attorneys, Expertise.com
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Queens Criminal Defense Attorneys, Expertise.com
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
2020 Top Attorney Award, Attorney.com
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Clients' Choice Award, AVVO
2015
10 Best Family Law Attorneys for NY, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Listed, LexisNexis
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
Listed, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
High Powered NY Divorce Lawyer, Examiner.com
2012
Proclamation, Brooklyn Borough President
2012
Grand Jury Expert, Lawline.com
2012
Proclamation, New York State Senator Storobin
2010
High Powered NY Attorney, Radar.com
2010
Outstanding Divorce Blogs, Divorce Blogs
2009
Outstanding Criminal Defense Blog, Criminal Defense Blogs
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Spodek Law Group P.C.
Associations
2007 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Queens Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Bronx Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Federal Court, Eastern District of New YorkAdmitted
2007 - Present
Federal Court, Southern District of New YorkAdmitted
Sample of Legal Cases
Aquittal on all charges after Trial
All Charges Dismissed
Dismissal
Statement Suppressed
All Criminal Charges Dismissed
Hung Jury
Dismissal after Trial
Education
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2020
2020
2020
2020
2014
2013
2013
2012
2012
2011
What To Do When A Loved One Is Arrested
2011
Publications
2020
2020
2020
2015
2015
2013
2013
2012
2011
2011
2011
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2008
Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Can I kick my wife out of our apartment in New York City?
11 Aug 2015
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24 Jan 2015
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23 Dec 2014
Legal Guides
The 10 Steps of a Human Resources Administration Investigation for Food Stamp or Medicaid Fraud
18 Nov 2014
A Guide to HRA Fraud Investigations by the Bureau of Fraud Investigation for Medicaid Fraud
17 Nov 2014
Proffer Agreements with the District Attorney's Office
10 Aug 2012