Richard Javon Washington

Richard Javon Washington

4.5
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

100 Church Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Criminal Defense practice from pre-arrest to post-trial. I have tried numerous felony jury trials to verdict.

17 years | 260 cases

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Litigation 50%

18 years | 100 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Richard J. Washington, P.C.

100 Church Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10007

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Richard Javon Washington's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patricia | April 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Mr. Washington

Mr. Washington is an amazing attorney. He helped me with my father’s case. He is an extremely honest and reliable attorney, I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Wish I could give less than 1 star.

Lawyer... he was completely incompetent during my entire hearing. Was hired by the union and did not represent me during the entire process. He never objected to items that happened at the office while I was on vacation... but was used against me. He never challenged the allegations without any evide...nce... It was not after my hearing that I learn of the allegations that was added to my charges ... he was nowhere to be found. Years after his incompetence I am still harassed and my reputation is still tarnished. I would not wish him to represent my enemy.

Posted by Miguel | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Kept it real with me, and Stood by my side!

I was being wrongfully accused of things I did not do, while at work! People decided to use the "RACE, GENDER" Card on me dispite the facts I had concrete proof I did no harm. They were seeking demotion, but he stood there fighting my case, and we did not flinch, in the end the alleged charges, were ...dismissed. He coached be through the whole process, and he came at it from all angles, I highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest and reliable

I was looking at assault charges at work. He guided me well through the entire process and I ended up getting the case dismissed entirely from criminal court, Like "It never happened" I was extremely grateful he still represented me during the associated justice center investigation. He kept it hones...t and never made promises if he knew he couldn't follow through. Richard walked me through every route/worst case scenarios. He was straightforward from the second he took the case while I was in the precinct till all charges were reduced or dismissed. Very thankful for his services.

Posted by Albert | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Speechless

Attorney Richard Washington is absolutely amazing...He represented me in a case I was falsely accused of. I respect his candor and complete honesty. He gave wide council on what he could & couldn't do. What the court process was like since I've never had any court experience of any kind. He was punct...ual, professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and above all extremely sensitive to my needs as a client going through the process. I HIGHLY recommend him to everyone that is in need of his kind of service.

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Richard Javon Washington's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Arnone

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Richard work extremely effectively on both the prosecution and defense sides of the bar. He is an experienced litigator who cares about his clients and securing the best results for them. I would trust him to represent a friend or family member. I highly endorse Richard."

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Michael Weinstock

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Unquestionably competent, consistently conscientious, endlessly hardworking, always helpful, and highly dedicated. It is well known that Mr. Washington is an exceptional lawyer who is an excellent trial attorney as well as a tremendous asset to the legal community. All clients who retain this superb attorney know that they are in capable hands. His solid knowledge of the law along with his confidence in the courtroom make a winning combination. I endorse Mr. Washington without hesitation."

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Benjamin Cheeks

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard Washington is one of the finest lawyers that I have had the pleasure of working with in my 10 years as an attorney. He is extremely intelligent and focuses his efforts on the best interest of his clients. I had the privilege of trying a case with Mr. Washington and witnessed firsthand his impeccable trial skills. Mr. Washington is one of a kind, and I enthusiastically endorse him."

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Ronna DeLoe

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rory Alarcon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Other

"Richard is top-of-the-line. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Smalls

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Washington is an experienced, thoughtful, hardworking advocate. I have known Mr. Washington for many years, and he has an excellent reputation in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Joshua Lippes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had an opportunity to read many of Mr. Washington's responses to AVVO questions. It is clear that he is very knowledgeable about the law and is a capable practitioner. He freely gives valuable advice on AVVO and should be commended for his efforts. I endorse Richard Washington."

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Michael Weinstock

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Benjamin Cheeks

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rory Alarcon

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Matthew Smalls

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Lippes

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Dedication and Service, Special Narcotics Prosecutor of New York City

2005

Criminal Trial Advocacy, CALI Award

2005

Secured Transactions, CALI Award

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, The Law Offices of Richard J. Washington, P.C.

2011 - 2013

Associate Counsel, Labor Relations, Health and Hospitals Corporation

2010 - 2011

Attorney, NYC Department of Education

2006 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, New York County

Associations

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Grand Larceny

Dismissed

Management Side Sexual Harassment

Termination

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Education

2006

St John's University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Lincoln University (Missouri)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Community Meeting

Laws Governing Police Action

2010

Career Day

Arrest to Sentencing Process

Publications

2005

New York Criminal Law Newsletter Searches Without a Reasonable Articulable Suspicion

2005

ABA Student Lawyer Magazine Suzhou, China

Languages

English

Activity

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