McCarthy Aralt Hawkins

McCarthy Aralt Hawkins

also known as McCarthy Hawkins

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Drug Crime ... +3 more

30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, Brooklyn, NY

About McCarthy

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

The Law Office of McCarthy A Hawkins Esq., P.C. focuses solely on the area of criminal defense from the smallest of misdemeanors to the most serous felonies.

20 years

30%
Violent Crime 20%

Both a Defense attorney and Senior Assistant District Attorney in the Gang Bureau and Violent Criminal Enterprise Unit, McCarthy Hawkins has experience to handle and violent crime such as Felony Assaults, Gang Conspiracy Case, Murder Attempted Murder

20%
Drug Crime 15%

As a form Senior Assistant District Attorney in the Gang Bureau and Violent Criminal Enterprise Unit of the District Attorney's Office of Kings County, McCarthy Hawkins has experience with prosecuting and investigating as well as defense.

20 years

15%
Sex Crime 15%

McCarthy Hawkins has dealt with a wide range of defense of Human Trafficking, Rapes, Sex Abuse, Revenge Pornography and other type of sexual assault cases.

15%
DUI and DWI 10%

Vast experience and training not only as a defense attorney but a former Prosecutor who handle these type of case.

20 years

10%
White Collar Crime 10%

McCarthy Hawkins has defended numerous cases involving, Identity Theft, Frauds, Falsifying Business Documents, Grand Larcenies, Racketeering and large Conspiracy case.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

McCarthy Hawkins

30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 10005

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McCarthy Aralt Hawkins's Reviews

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Posted by James | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Sleep well knowing Mac has you covered..

I have worked personally with Mr. Hawkins on many matters over the last 15 years. I highly recommend him for any matter.

Posted by Alexander | February 19, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

I have know Mr. Hawkins for several years. He is a diligent criminal attorney and regarded highly amongst his peers. I have always received extremely high feedback regarding his representation in criminal proceedings.

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exactly what you’re looking for when it comes to finding a lawyer

McCarthy went above and beyond in representing me in court. He always made sure to explain what was going on in a way I could understand and made me feel confident at all times that the matter was being dealt with appropriately. Not only did he keep me out of trouble once, but another time he actual...ly referred me to another attorney he knew to represent me and that case was successful as well. When you hire McCarthy you’re hiring a friend who knows the system and will do anything to help you out .

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mccarthy Hawkins

Such a great, professional lawyer. He is very attentive and informative . he is also very persistent with the case . I am very satisfied what Mr. Mccarthy fought for , with my case . I highly recommend him . Thank you .

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

McCarthy Hawkins

McCarthy was an extremely professional lawyer and represented me in the best way possible. He responded to any questions I had immediately and got the best possible deal I could have hoped for. He is a very dedicated attorney.

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McCarthy Aralt Hawkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Indusi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hawkins is a dependable lawyer who always has his client’s interests at the forefront of any case. I highly recommend Mr. Hawkins to handle any criminal defense case."

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Lawrence Mottola

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As someone who has known and worked with McCarthy Hawkins for over 10 years going back to our days as prosecutors in the Kings County District Attorney's office, I emphatically endorse him as a criminal defense attorney. McCarthy is a professional and knowledgable lawyer who I speak with regularly regarding all aspects of criminal procedure and subject matter, and he always goes above and beyond to provide exceptional service for his clients."

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Adam Uris

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have consulted with McCarthy on many cases over the years, and he never fails to be an excellent attorney. He has a strong command of the law, and the persuasive tools needed to achieve positive results for his clients."

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Jessica Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I’ve been a colleague of McCarthy Hawkins as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. Not only does he know the law inside and out, he is a zealous advocate for criminal rights. He misses nothing and never gives up."

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Mark Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have handled cases against McCarthy when he was a prosecutor and together as defense lawyers. McCarthy is a smart, hardworking and very effective attorney. I recomend him as an expert in criminal law cases."

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Jay Schwitzman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"McCarthy Hawkins is a very good criminal defense attorney that knows how to represent persons in court. He gets very good results for his clients. I highly recommend McCarthy Hawkins."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hawkins is an extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to his clients. I endorse him without reservation."

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Benjamin Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for any New York related criminal defense legal issues. Mr. Hawkins' comments on this forum indicate a high degree of knowledge and understanding of this subject."

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James Galleshaw

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recommend Mr. Hawkins without hesitation. I have worked closely with him on many cases, he is honest, respected by the prosecutors and very effective in Court."

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Eileen Hawkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer.Mac has a great ability to ensure his clients are fully knowledgable of what the client is going to face on their cases. He treats the people in law enforcement with respect. He establishes instant respect and a feeling of honesty with the jury.He comes from a family of lawyers which gives him the wisdom of the elder members of the bar."

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James Magee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with McCarthy at the Brooklyn DA's Office for many years and am now his colleague at the defense bar. I don't know of anyone better able to assess a case or who is more honest with his clients."

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Dennis Hawkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"McCarthy Hawkins is an experienced former prosecutor with almost 10 years of service. He is an accomplished trial attorney and represents his clients in all criminal matters with intelligence and vigor."

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Cary London

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Hawkins is far and away one of the best criminal defense attorneys out there. His attention to detail, knowledge of the law, and courtroom demeanor make him a natural talent. His litigation skills are only matched by his intellectual wit. Highly recommend."

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James Medows

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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James Magee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Indusi

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lawrence Mottola

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Chessa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Dudelson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Uris

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cary London

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

1995

Community Service Award, New York City Comptroller

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of McCarthy A. Hawkins

2020 - 2021

Of Counsel, Law Office Of David E. Levine

2019 - 2021

Of Counsel, Cary London Law

2006 - 2015

Senior Assistant District Attorney, Kings County D.A.

Associations

2021 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2019 - Present

Kings County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Kings County Criminal Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

City University of New York School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Siena College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

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Publications

2021

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Languages

English

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