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

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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

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Michael S. Discioarro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

241 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 117 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Jairelys | October 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Awesome

I like how professional Michael is and how he kept track of my case. Michael doesn’t lack or forgets about the client, he is very responsible.I had a child with a man who would use acs as a weapon against me to have me under his sleeves.Every other year he would take me to court and call acs on me... back to back he wanted my attention and didn’t want to pay child support because I denied him taxes since child lived with me . I later in the future wanted a better future for myself away from all that negativity but the past always follows you.When I would go and apply for jobs where there were kids or elderly my Acs past cases would show up and I wouldn’t qualify for the job.There was a pattern on the times this loser used the system to harm me, so it was hard for me to get hired in certain places.Even though I was never found guilty in none of my cases, none of my drug test ever came back positive and I always comply with what was said to be done by Acs.Honestly, I’m so glad I picked Michael because he stood by me to help me out with my case and he believed there was a solution to my situation.I would recommend Michael in the future to any person I know because I believe he loves what he does as a lawyer!!!!Thank you….

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 Roxanne Seaforth | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

One of New York’s Finest.

This story was hired based on the recommendation of a friend. He explained the process in its entirety and vowed to see my case to the end. He was very professional and his integrity spoke for itself. He will forever be recommended to other foster parents and anyone who think they have been wronged b...y A. C. S.

Posted by Rudy | June 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Michael is the BEST, bar none.

Just after the start of the pandemic, I received an ominous visit from ACS. My former partner was spouting more false accusations of bad parenting against me, and I had had enough. I made a comprehensive search for the best lawyer in New York to represent me in the matter, and everything led to Mr. D...iScioarro. ACS tried everything. Intimidating phone calls and visit, threats to ruin my custody agreement, you name it. Michael was tougher than they were. He told me not to be intimidated by their tactics, and more importantly, how not to play their game. I felt a sigh of relief whenever I spoke to him, and I could reach him for anything, at any time. The false accusations against me were proven unfounded because Mr. DiScioarro represented me. If you need an attorney to represent you against ACS, look no further. Call Michael, stand up to their aggression, intimidation tactics and false claims, and come out on top.

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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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Robert Caliendo

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Zaslavsky

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Stephen Preziosi

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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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