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Richard Javon Washington
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Biography
I am an attorney with a practice that specializes in Criminal Defense and Litigation.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
17 years | 260 cases
Litigation
50%
18 years | 100 cases
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Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
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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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...
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2016
A Lawyer Who Provides Exceptional
Mr. Washington is an outstanding attorney. He has advised me on numerous issues, and his advise has been consistently accurate. I recommend him as an attorney.
Posted by Carlos D. | January 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination
Mr. Washington is a Game Changer in OATH Trial Litigation
Due to Attorney Washington's attention to detail, litigation prowess, and exceptional mastery of the law, I was reinstated to my union position today, January 15, 2016. My employer wanted termination but after Attorney Washingon cross examination of two of the City's star witnesses, the attorney repr...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2015
Thank you
Mr. Washington provided expert legal counsel. Our family is truly grateful to have been referred to him. We thank Richard Javon Washington, Esq. and his staff for their wonderful support during a very difficult time. We highly recommend Attorney Washington. Thank you!
Richard Javon Washington's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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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"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!"
"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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Experience
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
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
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
220.18 FA (CRIM POSS CONTRL SUBST-2ND A Felony)
19 Oct 2013
Q&A
Why do I have to give my name, dob, and address to a police officer if they're asking questions about a crime I witnessed?
30 Jun 2013
Q&A
Possible outcomes of Harassment in the 2nd degree and Endangering the welfare of a child?
14 Jun 2013