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The Law Offices of James Kousouros — with offices in midtown Manhattan and Queens — focuses primarily on criminal defense advocacy. As such, Mr. Kousouros and his counsel handle the full spectrum of state and federal criminal prosecutions. These cases include prosecutions for complex securities and other white-collar crimes, racketeering charges, homicide, narcotics violations, DWI, domestic violence, and simple assault, among others. As an inherent part of our practice, we represent clients in all stages of the criminal process: from the pre-arrest investigatigatory stage, to grand jury proceedings, indictment, plea negotiations, trial, as well as at all levels of the appellate process, including post conviction litigation and appeals. Our practice takes us to all state courts in New York and to federal courts throughout the country, as well as to international courts. Our clients have come from every walk of life, and their cases have been of both high notoriety and of little notice. In each and every case, Mr. Kousouros has demonstrated his commitment to providing an equally vigorous, aggressive and effective defense.
In over 20 years of private practice, Mr. Kousouros has earned a distinguished reputation for providing and maintaining the highest levels of professional and ethical standards. Known for his meticulous preparation, Mr. Kousouros is highly regarded as both a fierce and passionate trial lawyer and as an effective and forceful negotiator. In addition to these qualifications, James Kousouros and the firm’s counsel provide something more: frequent client contact. Mr. Kousouros believes that this is not only necessary to ensure that every case is properly and thoroughly investigated, but also to ensure that the client fully understands all of the options available — an understanding which is crucial to our goal of achieving the best resolution possible.
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State: New York
Acquired: 1986
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Posted by Tom | July 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Experience is priceless
When your rights and freedom are at stake you want to have the best and James Kousouros is that guy. Needing representation is rarely a good scenario but having James and his amazing team was a blessing. Always available and he takes the time to really know his client to help achieve the bes...
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great at his job
James is a beast at what he does.. I was looking at some serious time.. James like always figured out how to finagle and make it beneficial for my behalf.. He is my personal lawyer and became a friend that I call for advice or when there’s any problems…
Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
No one ever wants to need a defense attorney, but if you do, James is the one you want!
We were referred to James by a friend who is a former prosecutor. Our case was extremely complex and involved several areas of the legal system, but this did not deter James. He was able to skillfully manage all of the different court systems and deal with several different attorneys, all while tackl...
Posted by Deja | February 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing Defense Attorney
James is a Beast!! I've known James for 12 years and retained his services on multiple occasions. He's official, honest, and provides results!!! He will let you know exactly what you need to know whether good or bad. He has the depth and experience few attorneys possess -- while maintaining a good ra...
Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended
We have known Mr. Kousouros for over ten years. He has represented one of my family members on more than one occasion. His honesty, knowledge, courtesy, and friendship have become extremely important to my family during his representation. His professionalism and ethics are of the highest standards. ...
"Being an attorney for almost 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work with thousands of attorneys. I have never met a criminal defense lawyer who impressed me more than Mr. Kousouros. He is simply the best of the best! I endorse this lawyer."
"James is well known as one of the hardest working and most thorough criminal defense lawyers in New York."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Kousouros. As an associate at his firm, I have witnessed first-hand his expertise in and dedication to the practice of criminal defense. I find myself always impressed by his skills as an attorney and his ability to time and time again achieve amazing results for our clients."
"Jimmy is bright and very hard working. He is an excellent lawyer and a brilliant strategist. I was fortunate to work with him on a case a couple of years ago and found him to be insightful and courageous. I strongly endorse him."
"James Kousouros is a high-caliber and excellent attorney that excels at everything he does. His judgment and skills are impeccable and I highly recommend him."
"Since joining his practice as an associate, I have been consistently impressed by the quality of the results he has been able to achieve for our clients. I am proud to be a member of his team."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kousouros is an experienced and dedicated attorney who is well-respected in legal field. Mr. Kousouros handles complex criminal cases with expertise and dedication. I highly recommend him"
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Criminal defense lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
1986 - Present
Principal, Law Office of James Kousouros
1985 - 1985
Clerk, Appellate Division Third Department
1985 - 1986
Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office
2015 - Present
New York City Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1986 - Present
Queens County Bar AssociationMember
Member
Member
Member
1985
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2013
American Criminal Law
English