Michael Leigh Lambert

Michael Leigh Lambert

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

369 Lexington Ave, 2nd Floor, PMB #229, New York, NY

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Criminal defense practice including felonies and misdemeanors as well as notable trial experience. Specialties include: DWI, drug offenses, domestic violence, harrasment/assault, weapons possession, and larceny and fraud related offenses

19 years | 500 cases

75%
DUI and DWI 25%

19 years | 200 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael L Lambert

369 Lexington Ave, 2nd Floor, PMB #229, New York, NY, 10017

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Michael Leigh Lambert's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Saul | February 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient, precise, diligent, reliable

Michael Leigh Lambert was prompt in calling me, meeting with me and taking action in my defense. He identified all the necessary elements, while being diligent in communication with the District Attorney's Office, submitting paperwork and meeting in court. M.L. Lambert is an expert is his field and h...is reliability provides you with peace of mind once he decides to take your case. He is at reach and an excellent communicator who understands how the system works. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Ethel | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent choice

Worked effortlessly with us to resolve our issue will recommend to anyone in need of a Lawyer in his expertise....Awesome attorney

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recomended - Extremely Efficient

Michael was extremely thorough and responsive. I needed assistance with a severance package that presented several challenges. He always made himself available even if it was for a 5 minute conference call. His knowledge and guidance ultimately led me to a faster turnaround than I anticipated. I ende...d up leaving more satisfied with the result of the agreement based on his reccomendations.

Posted by Eugenia | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knows what he's doing.

I hired Mr. Lambert when I had an issue going on with my insurance. He walked me through the entire process and put me at ease while I was a nervous wreck. He prepped me before anything took place and took charge in the whole ordeal. When the day came everything he prepped me for was spot on and I wa...s able to get out of the situation with a settlement. I would highly recommend anyone to use his services if you're ever in a tough situation. Thanks Michael for all your help!

Posted by Janis Castaldi | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the Best

I called Michael at a critical time in my life when I was being accused of Elder Abuse Fraud. He returned my phone call right away and I met him within that week. I found him To be very knowledgeable and sensitive to my issues. He would call me in the evening to reaasure me and was available every s...tep of the way. The case was dismissed. I highly recommend him. He is awesome

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Michael Leigh Lambert's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Michael
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Somair Alam

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Thomas Ricotta

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. My firm trusts Michael Lambert with the wellbeing of any of our clients that are seeking the assistance of a criminal law attorney, and we find him to be a caring and knowledgeable attorney."

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Stephanie Buffa

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael Lambert as an excellent criminal defense lawyer. As a fellow attorney, whenever I have a criminal issue I have not crossed before, Michael is not only quick to respond, but he is well versed in the law, and easy to follow in his explanations. It is clear to me that his knowledge makes him an excellent choice as a criminal defense attorney."

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Vincent White

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"For criminal law matters I send my clients to one place, Michael Lambert. He is there when they need him, day and night. He returns telephone calls without fail and his command of criminal court tactics is unrivaled. I respect his principles, he understands that clients have rights and he is not afraid to take a stand to protect those rights."

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Rebecca Szewczuk

Family lawyer

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Thomas Ricotta

Employment and labor lawyer

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Vincent White

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

Criminal Justice Clinic - Clinical Student of the Year, Hofstra University School of Law

Work Experience

2008 - 2010

Of Counsel, Law Office Of SC Davidson

2004 - 2007

Legal Intern, District Attorney Of Westchester County

Associations

2010 - Present

Westchester County Bar Association, Pro-Bono Committee

2008 - Present

New York State Bar Association

2008 - Present

Westchester County Bar Association

2006 - Present

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Sample of Legal Cases

People v Michael Alvarez

Dismissed

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Education

2007

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Tufts University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2013

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2012

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2012

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2012

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2011

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

2011

Guest Speaker

Common Criminal Offenses Among Youth

Publications

2009

New York Law Journal People v Rex Dorsett, 0904-0419 Decided 12/28/09

Languages

English

Spanish

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