Michael S. Discioarro

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Michael S. Discioarro

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 22 years

Child abuse Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Child Abuse, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

255 West 36th Street, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michael

Biography

We fight for parents in ACS cases. Call now 855-484-3069!

Has ACS falsely accused you of child abuse? Call us at 917-519-8417.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Abuse 65%

1,000 cases

65%
Criminal Defense 20%

A full service New York City Criminal Defense Law Firm. Former Prosecutor Handles All State and Federal Criminal Cases.

25 years | 1,000 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

Handling DWI cases in all of New York City.

1,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Michael S. Discioarro, LLC

255 West 36th Street, New York, NY, 10018

acsattorney.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael S. Discioarro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

241 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 45 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Ashley | October 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Awesome

I found Michael online and from the very beginning he was able to educate me on the ACS process. He was able to help guide me through their crazy procedures. He was very patient and always a call away. When they visited my home he was there on facetime defending me from their little traps (they have ...a sick way of trying to trap you). They asked for a “supervised family meeting” one day for no reason we went in and he roared like a lion. They backed down and they are closing this out. I gave five stars if I could give ten I definitely would! You have ACS problems don’t even hesitate to call Michael.

Posted by Nita | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Hired lawyer

I am really thankful to lord to happen to let Michael discioarro to be working on my case .I was wrongfully threaded by acs and put into case overnight .I luckily got his contact through internet searching meticulously to be top notch lawyer against acs .I remember the day I went his office I was in... fear and distress .I poured out my grievances and he carefully listened and trust me the knowledge he has for his work is vast and so appropriate.The next when I walked out of his office I was in relief and in surity to be in great hands whom I could trust for protection of my child .a savior for me ..I will say "he knows what he do " he is very pre updated .I am also thankful for considering fees that was the kindest act at that moment .I highly recommend him

Posted by MK | March 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Exceptional, high-quality ACS attorney

I found Michael through an extensive Google search after ACS presented me with an indicated report. As someone who is a self-proclaimed Type - A personality, I never imagined myself in need of an ACS attorney. I am very grateful to have connected with Michael. From the beginning, he took his tim...e to understand the case and walked me through the process. I asked many, many questions, highlighting multiple ‘what-if’ scenarios and was always met with very knowledgeable, direct, confident and reassuring statements. He is very responsive and accessible which I found incredibly helpful throughout the process. More importantly, you have to trust him with the process and realize that he shares the same goal as his clients. He understands ACS far better than they understand their own Agency and is able to call out falsities immediately. He’s the type of person that you want on your team and he’ll be your coach and your MVP. Quite honestly, he was exceptional in every aspect and by far exceeded all of my expectations. He was able to have the report changed to unfounded and sealed before the Hearing which I didn’t even consider as a possibility. Truly remarkable and exceptional in his field! If you need him - call him. He’s exactly who you need to represent you!

Posted by Eugene | January 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Best ACS defense attorney

If you are looking for a litigator with knowledge of the system. If you are looking for an attorney who will stand up and fight for you. Michael is that man. From start to finish, he was always there for me. Highly recommend him. Dont hesitate for a second. He is everything you hear about and more.... Michael thank you so much !!! You are the best.

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

ACS case- Honest review

Found Michael online and did some research. The other reviews didn’t matter to me because I rather meet the individual, do a consult then decide from there. I called Michael after my legal aid team wasn’t doing a good job on my case. He invited me to his office that same day and was nice enough to wa...it a little while until I can get out off work. I looked a hot mess when I arrived and it was obvious I was going through a lot. I didn’t even have all the money to retain him but we worked out a Payment plan so I can get the rest. He alwaysssss showed up to my hearing and was on time. Well spoken and super responsive to all my messages. I had a very complex case with ACS and so many service providers involved. He stayed on top of everything. He even checked in on occasion to see how I was doing and always stuck to goal. Get the child back home. ACS can be bullies and Michael wasn’t having it! He’s not scared of the judges and know his stuff. He also very polite which I appreciate. This type of work is hard and it not easy finding a good attorney. Michael was fanatic to work with. My case will soon be closed because we got what we needed and ACS ain’t get smack!!!!

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Michael S. Discioarro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Caliendo

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is a very tenacious advocate who fights hard for his clients."

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David Zaslavsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having consulted with Michael on several matters over the last couple of years. He is an excellent attorney and an exceptional advocate. Moreover, his knowledge of criminal defense is about as good as it gets."

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Stephen Preziosi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. As an appeals lawyer, I have reviewed the work of hundreds of criminal defense attorneys. Michael stands out as one of the preeminent attorneys in New York City. His hard work, ability to focus in on important issues, and attention to his clients in unparalleled. If you are charged with a crime, your first phone call should be to Michael Discioarro."

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André Travieso

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Robert Caliendo

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Zaslavsky

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Stephen Preziosi

Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Michael S. Discioarro, LLC

2011 - 2011

Adjunct Professor, Hunter College

2007 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, John Jay College Of Criminal Justice

2001 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx County Distirct Attorney's Office

Associations

2003 - Present

Bronx County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member

Education

2001

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Pennsylvania State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2012

Thomson Reuters Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in New York

Languages

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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