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Joseph Potashnik

4.7
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 19 years

Health care Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Health Care, Criminal Defense, Tax

111 Broadway, Suite 901, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 19 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph Potashnik & Associates, PC

111 Broadway, Suite 901, New York, NY, 10006

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Joseph Potashnik's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Compassion

Posted by ahdrew | September 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Greatest tax fraud lawyer

No words would be enough to describe how grateful I am for the job these attorneys did for my family. My daughter was charged with tax evasion for omitting some seemingly unimportant staff on her return. She was facing a substantial fine and a few years of prison time and potentially she could get fi...red. My wife’s post-operative care largely depends on our daughter’s income, and as I am retired now and spent almost all of our savings on the treatment, the daughter’s incarceration would basically mean my wife’s death. Thankfully, we found Joseph Potashnik’s firm, and its tax attorneys resolved the issue with a civil settlement. Mr Potashnik was very compassionate and understanding and helpful. You know, the need for criminal defense doesn’t arise often, but if my family ever faces it again, we’ll know whom to turn to.

Posted by Alice | July 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

This lawyer saved my job

I am a nurse at a Queens hospital, and I was accused of misconduct by my employer. Basically I was supposed to pay for someone else’s mistake but I was determined not to lose my license just because someone had chosen ME as a scapegoat. Joseph Potashnik himself worked on my case, he was very compassi...onate and understanding. Still he told me how low my chances of getting through with OPD hearings successfully were. However, Mr Potashnik collected all the necessary evidence, talked to the investigators and accompanied me during all hearings, and we managed to get the case dismissed and retain my license. Thanks a lot once again Joseph!

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare

amazing team!

I will highly recommend Joseph and his team to anyone who is in trouble. Knowledgeable, trustworthy, professional and, most of all - caring! The day I found out I was investigated (medicaid), I felt my life is about to be ruined. But I've made a good decision and dialed Joseph Potashnik office late e...vening, and he called me right back. My case was settled in less than two months. To anyone who is investigated, please, take a deep breath and call Joseph, you won't be disappointed. Great lawyer! Thank you Joseph!

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

RN

I am a health professional who was charged with Medicaid Fraud. Joseph and Selena were very competent and closed my case within 2 months of when charges were brought against me. My OMIG case was also appealed by Joseph and within 30 days I received a call from Joseph informing me of no longer being o...n the exclusion list. Joseph was very straightforward and told me the worst and best case scenario. My result was on the best case scenario list. I would recommend him to family and friends. Thank You Joseph and Selena for being compassionate and being diligent.

Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2013 | Administrative Law

Unethical, Not Trustworthy, Untruthful

NYS Law Judge wrote Mr. Potashnik a letter urging him to return the unauthorized fee he charged me with proof of this sent to judge's office. His website said he had experience with unemployment insurance matters. He charged me a fee upfront, which I now know indicated that he had never handled thi...s kind of matter. Or if he did, he charged his clients unlawful fees. He never discussed details of my case and told me he was busy, my case was simple, and he had other clients. At the hearing he was totally unprepared and I lost. Thankfully, I have been granted the opportunity to plead my case again, because of my lack of having qualifed counsel in Mr. Potashnik. He did return to fee immediately upon receipt of Judge's letter. He should have been upfront and honest about his lack of experience.

Joseph Potashnik

Replied last June 03, 2013

I'm sorry that you had bad experience with our firm. While no lawyer is perfect for all clients, we always try our best in representing all clients in all cases we handle. Sometimes unrealistic expectations can get in the way of a client's realizing that his or her lawyer is working hard for them - just like we worked hard on your case, and many many other similar cases. Again, sorry that you were dissatisfied and I wish you the best.

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Joseph Potashnik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

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"I'm pleased to endorse Joseph. He is a top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Mark Rafidi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

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"He has done a great job with his clients. Joe has my endorsement!"

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 21

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

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"Excellent lawyer. Very well respected."

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Eve Searls

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Potashnik is a knowledgeable and committed advocate that is sensitive to the various needs of his clients and works tirelessly to advance their goals."

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Jacqueline Weyand

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

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"Joseph is knowledgeable and effective attorney."

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Leonid Krimsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph Potashnik is a dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. If it came to pass that you need services of a criminal defense attorney, you want Joseph to be in your corner."

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Dina Ehrenburg

Health care lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Joseph on several matters over a period of years. From my observation, he is knowledgeable, meticulous, and works tirelessly to do the best possible job for his clients."

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Albert Goodwin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Joseph Potashnik as someone who is known in the legal community as a very successful criminal defense attorney, especially in the areas of white collar crime, Medicaid and Insurance Fraud, and defense of medical professionals. I recommend him highly to anyone looking for a winning and dedicated attorney to handle their New York Criminal case."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2000

Academic Achievement of the Year, MTJ

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Managing Partner, Joseph Potashnik and Associates PC

Associations

2015 - Present

American Health Lawyers Association

Active Member

2012 - Present

China General Chamber of Commerce-U.S.A.

Active Member

2012 - Present

International Bar Association

Active Member

2007 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Active Member

2007 - Present

New York County Lawyers' Association, Criminal Justice Section

Active Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People vs. Doe

Client sentenced to probation

US v. Doe

Prosecution has been deferred

US vs. Doe

Client sentenced to probation

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Education

2005

Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Conference

Representing Clients Facing Government Tax Investigations

2013

Mistakes to Avoid When Your Client Is Under Investigation

Tax Fraud

2013

Compliance Simposium

Corporate Compliance

2012

Good Morning New York Interview

Extradition of George Wright to the United States

Publications

Languages

Cantonese

English

Mandarin

Russian

Korean

Chinese, Min Nan

French

Activity

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