Deborah J. Blum

Deborah J. Blum

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +4 more

225 Broadway, Suite 715, New York, NY

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$0 first 15 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

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Deborah J. Blum, Esq.

225 Broadway, Suite 715, New York, NY, 10007

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Deborah J. Blum's Reviews

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38 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Jeremiah | May 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DeborahJ. Blum is simply one of the best criminal defense Lawyers out there.

If you are looking for a professional Lawyer who will fight for you endlessly look no further. I had two non violent Domestic cases due to a ex girl friend that was dragging for over a year. The case was causing a hardship for my family and i. My previous lawyer assured me that a plea deal is the ...best i will ever get. Taking a plea deal or a lesser charge would have had major consequences on my life and employment. I began my search for a lawyer who have more experience in domestic cases. From the first conversation i had with Deborah i felt and knew i was in good hands. Deborah made no promises but assured me she will work hard and fight for the best out come in my case. Deborah and her team took extra time and effort with my case and was always available through phone ,email or text with quick responses. Deborah not only stayed true to her word, but she got my case dismissed! Deborah is aggressive , proactive, understanding and professional. Do yourself a favor and hire Deborah Blum.

Posted by Sandra | January 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing Attorney

Deborah Blum has provided me with legal advice and guidance during a very difficult situation/ period in my life . I found her to be experienced, responsive, personable , knowledgable and honest. While Deborah worked on my case. I felt as though my situation was in adept and trustworthy hands, and s...he did not steer me wrong. She was very informative and supportive every step of the way. Deborah In unvarnished truth she will tell you exactly where you stand and what direction you should go. She has tenacity coupled with a degree of tenderness but never losing site of the end goal, which is to protect, defend and have the best outcome for her client.I would highly recommend Deborah to anyone seeking legal representation. She is exceptional at her craft and very professional. Deborah will keep your best interest and unique needs at the forefront.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Top Shelf Lawyer I trust her with my life!

After years of a very stressful night mare with two previously hired lawyers, we luckily found Deborah J Blum and her partner Ken. She took a case that should have been scrapped and thrown away years ago, and with two court showings with her our matter was not only "resolved" "but thrown out" as it s...hould have been in the first place years earlier. I am grateful for her and her and Ken. Our family knew we were safe upon first meeting with her and her and Ken. She is smart, caring and takes no crap. Deborah and Ken treated us like family something you rarely find in a lawyer ever these days. She also is by the book another rare find. I trust my life as well as my family's life with Deborah Blum and Ken. I highly recommend her when ever I hear of an unjust case that needs a loyal, committed lawyer. We hired her for a family court case in 2014. A grand parent right custody battle that was non existent my daughter was only 5 months old when it started wish we found her sooner! She saved my daughter me my husband "our family" and we are forever grateful! You cannot go wrong hiring Deborah Blum. I wish there were more lawyers out there like her and her partner Ken!

Posted by David | August 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

theft arrest

Deborah responded very quickly to our request to meet and was extremely attentive to our concerns. She spent time with my wife and I listening to the story of the arrest and then developing the strategy for court. Deborah made me feel at ease by providing her direct contact information and communic...ating with me frequently about the status of the case. She was aggressive and diligent about arranging for a meeting with the District Attorney. In the end, Deborah defended my case to the outcome that no one else was willing to work towards. Other lawyers believed I should "settle" the case and take the deal with the desk appearance ticket. Deborah aligned her goal with mine, and helped me achieve the outcome I deserved - a full dismissal of the case.

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Deborah J. Blum's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roman Shakh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel Kugel

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure to work with Deborah in the past and she has always been great. She is wonderful with clients and generally a pleasure to work with."

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Kenneth Belkin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have seen her prevail against insurmountable odds. I have seen her win when everyone told her to cut a deal and run. I have nothing but respect for this attorney, she is without a doubt one of the best criminal defense attorneys practicing in NYC."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Deborah is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. She is highly regarded in her field."

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Joshua Bannister

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for her extensive contributions to the Avvo community. Ms. Blum is more than an experienced defense attorney. She is an exceptional advocate as well as a true professional."

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Todd Spodek

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Blum and I have been on the side of the table, and courtroom on numerous occasions. We have litigated complex divorce matters, and negotiated countless prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Ms. Blum knows the law and is a tireless advocate for her clients. I whole heartedly reccomend her."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Blum is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Vonnie Dones

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

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Rachel Kugel

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kenneth Belkin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Todd Spodek

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Principal Attorney, Deborah J. Blum, Esq.

2006 - 2008

Staff Trial Attorney, Legal Aid Society Of Nassau County

Associations

2019 - Present

It Could Happen To You

Advisory Board

2013 - Present

New York Criminal Bar Association

Member

Education

2005

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Cornell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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