$ 300-600 per hour
About Michael
Biography
Mr. Fineman is a New York City criminal defense attorney with over a decade of experience. After graduating from St. John’s University School of Law, Mr. Fineman started his legal career at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s office as an assistant district attorney whose responsibilities included handling all types of criminal cases ranging from simple shoplifting cases, to domestic violence cases, all the way to participating in the prosecution of attempted murder and homicide cases.
As a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Fineman has handled the gamete of criminal cases and has successfully fought for acquittals and dismissals in cases that included murder, conspiracy to commit murder, human trafficking, Narcotics, gun possession, and DWI’s. Mr. Fineman has appeared for clients in the Courts of the State of New York, as well as the Federal Courts for the Eastern, Southern, and Northern Districts of New York, as well as the District of New Jersey.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
21 years
DUI and DWI
25%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 23 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2002
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Location
Law Office of Michael Fineman
225 broadway, Suite 3010, New York, NY, 10007
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Michael Fineman's Reviews
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Posted by Josh | April 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Michael i wonderful, professional and genuine.
I retained Michael after sitting in his office for 1.5 hours as he explained the law to me, my case and the hopeful outcome. He genuinely wanted to help me whether I hired him or not. That is the main reason I trusted him. He is honest and caring. He fought for me for over a year. I became discourage...
Posted by Rob | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He is a lawyer you want on your side
Without Mr. Fineman’s legal counsel and incredible kindness and patience, I’m not sure how things would have turned out. He was able to get my misdemeanor charge reduced and sealed - I am eternally grateful to him for his work.
Posted by John | March 6, 2015
Case dismissed and sealed....
If you've ever been arrested and charged with a crime (several misdemeanors in my case) those are the exact words you want to hear from the judge as the gavel falls and you no longer have to return to 100 Centre St. Those were the exact words I heard at my last court appearance! I am a professional p...
Posted by Katerina Di Iorio | February 26, 2015
Amazing Lawyer
Mr. Fineman is a great lawyer; he is very personable, knowledgeable, and obtainable. He has helped me with numerous cases each time ending in success. I strongly urge anyone with legal issues to attain him.
Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2015
Best Attorney!
I appreciate the professional and caring job that Mr. Michael Fineman had done for my son. He is a knowledgeable and professional attorney. He did not mind going extra mile when we needed him at most, was responsive and most important I have my son with me!
Michael Fineman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael Fineman works hard for his clients, and gets great results. He really cares for his clients, and it shows in the passionate way that he advocates for them. If he is your lawyer, you are certainly in good hands."
"Attorney Michael Fineman has an exceptional reputation and is a credit to the legal community. If you have a criminal defense law problem, he is your answer. If his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."
"Michael is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Fineman is one of New York's most highly regarded defense attorneys."
"Attorney Fineman displays genuine concern in every question he answers on Avvo. Attorney Fineman's answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. He also gives practical solutions. I endorse this lawyer for criminal defense matters."
"Michael is well respected in the legal community and is a strong advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Fineman is an outstanding attorney that goes the extra mile for his clients. Top notch lawyer!! Highly recommended!!!"
"Michael has a well deserved reputation in the legal community and is a strong advocate for his clients."
"Very knowledgeable attorney, dedicated to his clients' success"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. He is highly regarded in his field."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mike Fineman was an excellent Assistant District Attorney and an even better Criminal Defense Attorney. He is a lawyer that will fight for your rights and he has the experience to take your case all the way to trial..."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michael for many years. He has always proven himself to be a very competent and caring criminal defense attorney. He is my go to guy when someone is in need of a criminal defense attorney."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Fineman for well over a decade. During that time he has displayed a tremendous legal acumen, and I would proudly endorse him and his work."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
10 Best DWI Attorneys in New York in Client Saticfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
Membership, St. John's University, Alpha Phi Sigma, National Criminal Justice Honor Society
1998
Membership, St. John's University, Golden Key National Honor Society
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Member, Law Office of Michael Fineman, Esq.
2015 - 2015
Hearing Officer, Office Of Administrative Trials and Hearings
2004 - 2005
Associate, Wilson Elser Edelman & Dicker
2001 - 2004
Assistant District Attorney, Kings County (Brooklyn) District Attorney
2000 - 2000
Internship, Law Dept. Juvenile Prosecutions
1998 - 1998
Honors Internship, New York Capital Defender's Office
Associations
2006 - Present
Kings County Criminal Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
National College of DUI Defense
Member
2006 - 2011
Association of the Bar of the City of New YorkMember
Sample of Legal Cases
USA v. Al Kassab
Time Severed Sentence
Representative Cases Sada v. Kohl's Dept. Stores, Inc. 26 Misc.3d 1207(A), Slip Copy, 2010 WL 46862 (Table)
Settled
People v Mendez 2007 NY Slip Op 50975(U) [15 Misc 3d 1134(A)]
Dismissed
Education
2001
St John's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
St John's University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2015
2015
CrimeBlogDaily.com
FACEBOOK POST LEADS TO ARREST FOR MAKING TERRORISTIC THREATS
2015
2015
CrimeBlogDaily.com
DRUGS AND MENTAL ILLNESS: A LOOK BACK AS MAD MAKS, MAKSIM GELMAN
Languages
Russian
English
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