Paul D'Emilia

Paul D'Emilia

4.2
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +2 more

30 Wall Street, 12th floor, New York, NY

About Paul

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 34 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Paul D'Emilia

30 Wall Street, 12th floor, New York, NY, 10005

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Paul D'Emilia's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing in every regard!!

Honestly it was the lowest point in my life and I was an anxious mess. Paul really got me through the other side and after a year of back and forth got me from a felony to an Mis B with a CD. Could never be more thankful. Even the prosecutor had to acknowledge how much legal knowledge he had.

Posted by Norwell T | September 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely worthless

I hired him to defen me in a multi charge case involving unlicensed operation and pending dwi charge. Im pretty sure he never even looked at my case details and just agreed to the first offer from the DA. I repeatedly told him that i wasnt formally charged with DWI yet but he proceeded as if i was ...and when the DA offered a plea of guilty to all the formal charges except the DWI he kept telling me I should feel lucky they were "droping" the DWI I was never charged with. On top of that he never once showed up for court and sent some other nobody from the area to stand in for him. He basicly just took thousands of my dollars and did nothing for it. Later when I texted him and demanded money back he wouldn't even respond.

Posted by steven | March 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

the truth hurts

I have read the other reviews there are only two possibilities 1) he has 7 friends in the world 2) he has a good twin brother that works under his license I have used various types of attorneys for business for over 40 years, i have had attorneys who lied to me and padded their bills , but he ...is the only attorney who i questioned who does he actually work for. He presents you with a contract that offers a flat rate even if trial is required. At first blush you may think this is good....it is not. You will never see a trial, he will accept the first offer made by the DA. After that he repeatedly delay proceedings , you will tell him you want a trial, he will keep telling you that the deal is great. He will harass you His goal as far as i am concerned is to dispose of cases with as little work as possible. GO ELSEWHERE you are better of with an attorney who pads the bill but actually works for you

Posted by Doreen | July 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Msw

A people’s person who is responsible, respectful, honest, caring, and intelligent. He makes my son comfortable in the situation he finds himself in. Please ignore all other reviews I may have mistakenly posted. Thank you

Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2023 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

Paul DEmilia is a wonderful individual and a great lawyer. When you are in the criminal justice system do not panic. Call Mr DEmilia. You will have the best outcome.

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Paul D'Emilia's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dino Amoroso

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an exceptionally capable and competent litigator. His integrity and honesty is beyond reproach. He is a tenacious advocate for his clients and gets results. I would not hesitate a minute to refer a client to him."

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Jean Cho

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul for many years. He is a top-notch experienced attorney with a long and proven track record of successful outcomes for his clients. He is a fierce advocate and I recommend him highly."

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Seon Choi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryan Rozencwaig

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred Paul D'Emilia numerous cases for many years. My friends and clients consistently praise Paul's competence, tenacity and attentiveness. He is smart and responsive. His integrity is beyond reproach. I emphatically endorse Paul D'Emilia."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Paul D'Emilia Law Firm

2012 - 2014

Inspector General, NYS Workers Compensation Board

2003 - 2005

Managing Director of Investigations, Nardello Schwartz

1999 - 2001

Legal Advisor to United States Embassy, United States Dept. Of Justice

1991 - 2003

Assistant District Attorney, Kings County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1995 - Present

Columbian Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault 2 (Felony)

DISMISSAL

DWI

Non- Criminal Violation

DWI

Non- Criminal Violation

Assault 3 - Domestic Violence, Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Non- Criminal Violation

Criminal Mischief 4

DISMISSAL

Assault 1 (Felony)

DISMISSAL

DWI

Non- Criminal Violation

Assault 3 - Domestic Violence

DISMISSAL

DWI

Non- Criminal Violation

Assault 3 - Domestic Violence

DISMISSAL

Theft of Services

DISMISSAL

Sexual Conduct against a Child 2 (Felony)

DISMISSAL

Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2 (Felony)

Reduced charge + probation

Assault 2 (Felony)

Non-Criminal plea + community service

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Education

1990

Fordham

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

International Criminal Defense

US Criminal Justice Seminar

Languages

English

Italian

Activity

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