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Gregory Jay Watford
also known as Gregory J. Watford
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Biography
Gregory J. Watford is a seasoned attorney with more than twenty years of litigation experience and over ten years of law enforcement experience. He zealously advocates for clients at all stages of litigation from the commencement of the action through trial. He has a demonstrable record of effectively and successfully meeting legal needs of institutional and individual clients. He consistently obtains favorable resolutions on all matters with and without litigation. Throughout the years he has developed and maintained a reputation for professionalism and is highly respected by peers, advocates and judges.
Mr. Watford’s experience as a law enforcement officer/investigator, a prosecutor, an Administrative Law Judge and years of experience as a criminal defense attorney has provided him with a broad range of experience within the criminal justice system. When defending clients, Mr. Watford often relies on his investigative skills from his law enforcement background. On numerous occasions he has personally visited crime scenes with clients in order to develop and enhance his defense strategy. Moreover, as a result of his prior experience assisting in the investigation and prosecution of various criminal offenses, as a defense attorney, Mr. Watford has developed a unique insight on how to identify weaknesses and inconsistencies in numerous charges filed against his clients.
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Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Firm of Gregory J. Watford, Esq. PLLC
260 Madison Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10016
Law Offices of Gregory Jay Watford
11 West Prospect Avenue, 3rd Floor, Mount Vernon, NY, 10550
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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
TRULY THE BEST ATTORNEY IN TOWN
Attorney Gregory Watford is truly the best Attorney in town. If I could give 10 stars I would. He is Professional, caring, good listener, passionate about his work, always available etc. I hired him a few years ago to litigate; wrongful charges against me by my employer (The City of New York). ...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Domestic Dispute
It was a privilege to have Mr. Watford as my attorney. He was not just my attorney, he was one caring person; for my wife and myself. He was never that person to not return a phone call. Any question I had he was a phone call away. I highly recommend him to anyone. Good Job well done!
Posted by Pam | October 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best steak in the house
I am so fortunate and blessed to have had the honor of being represented by the Honorable Gregory Watford. Let me tell you! Mr. Watford fought for me! He made time to to go over each aspect of my case. Hands down, he is the best! I salute you Mr. watford. he is by far duties as an a lawyer.
Posted by Miguel | August 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
An outstanding attorney!!
On June 2015 my city job was at risk all, because an allegation in which was all a big lie from the beginning. I had the great fortune to have Mr. Watford as my attorney. The case was dismissed and sealed. He was honest, loyal, extremely talented and well respected in the legal world . I would ...
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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Mr. Watford was an excellent lawyer. A couple of years ago I was faced with a very serious charge that was fabricated by an ex. Mr. Watford not only got me off but my record was wiped clean of the incident. He was reliable, dependable, and very knowledgeable
Gregory Jay Watford's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is calm cool and collected. His pragmatism helps his clients see the world (and their fate) in rational terms. An all around good lawyer and good person."
"Exceptional Attorney!!! Very thorough, detailed oriented, and methodical in his approach. He knows the case, the issues, the facts, and the law. There is no lawyer better to have on your side when something critical is on the line and the stakes are at their highest. Glad to be his law partner. He has a rationale mind, a calm demeanor, and knack for finding the loopholes. He gets an A+ from me."
"Mr. Watford is an excellent lawyer whose experience as a former prosecutor, a former adminstrative judge and a criminal defense attorney make him an advocate with tremendous legal skill, talent, and sound judgment. When I handle complex matters, he is one of the attorneys on my short list of elite counsel I count on to assist me in getting the best results for my clients. It is without hestitation that I endorse Mr. Watford as a high level warrior with command of the criminal justice system."
"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is the best. He is the whole package. Smart, great common sense and really cares about the clients. I know him for over 20 years and I can attest that you will not be disappointed with this lawyer."
Joey Jackson
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Member, Elite Lawyer
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Founder/Principal, The Law Firm of Gregory J. Watford, Esq. PLLC
2018 - 2020
Partner, Watford Jackson, PLLC
2013 - 2018
Senior Litigation Associate, Koehler & Isaacs, LLP
2003 - 2004
Of Counsel, Jane N. Barrett And Associates
2003 - 2006
Administrative Law Judge, NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission
2001 - 2013
Solo Practitioner, The Law Offices Of Gregory J. Watford
1999 - 2001
Litigation Associate, Koehler & Isaacs, LLP
1998 - 1999
Litigation Associate, Dienst & Serrins, LLP
1993 - 1998
Assistant District Attorney, New York County District Attorney's Office
1992 - 1992
Summer Associate, Proskauer Rose LLP
1991 - 1991
Summer Associate, Chadbourne & Parke, LLP
1991 - 1992
Research Assistant To Professor Cheryl Wade, Hofstra University School Of Law
1987 - 1990
Detective Investigator, Kings County District Attorney, Nyc
1985 - 1987
Confidential Investigator, NYC Dept. of Housing Preservation and Development Inspector General's Office
Associations
New York State Bar Association
Member
New York Criminal Bar Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. MT
Not Guilty
People v. GS
Dismissed
People v. DW
Not Guilty
People v. TW
Dismissed
People v. ES
Dismissed
People v. TC
Dismissed
Education
1993
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Criminal Justice, John Jay College Of Criminal Justice, 1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
My still husband girlfriend threatened me by msg I went and made the report to the police the next they she jump me ?
23 Jul 2018
Q&A
Will sealed records show up in a background check??
24 Jul 2018
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How I can get copy of my criminal history from New York's court if I live in Russia and case is already sealed after ACD?
24 Jul 2018