Royce Russell

Royce Russell

4.6
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Immigration ... +2 more

499 Fashion Ave Fl 12, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 32 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Emdin & Russell, LLP

499 Fashion Ave Fl 12, New York, NY, 10018-6803

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Royce Russell's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Equalizer and Protector of the Righteous

Mr. Royce Russell, Esq. defended me in a very serious criminal matter. His representation and defense resulted in a not guilty verdict on all counts. The representation was utterly empathetic and brilliant. He saved my life and preserved my reputation. Mr. Russell is outstanding.

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Doesn't Communicate Well

Mr. Russell did not keep me informed of the progress of my case or that he would not be attending a court appearance (even though he had his partner fill in) which caused anxiety. His lack of attention to detail (misspelling my name on correspondence, wrong dates used, etc) made me feel like I was no...t important to him as a client. When brought to his attention about how dissatisfied, he got very defensive and scary.

Posted by Francisco | December 21, 2014 | Civil Rights

Puts Clients interest first

Royce Russell represented me in a case of police brutality where I after being wrongfully arrested and nearly killed by the police, I was slandered and hit with charges I don't even understand could be made up to cover the police department mistake. Thanks to Emdin and Russell I got justice, they rep...resented me in such scary time, I could only sleep at night during those days because I knew I was innocent and I trusted my lawyer. I won the case and I am today a free man thanks to them.

Posted by Charlie | June 13, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Top Flight & First Class

Mr. Russell has an extensive knowledge and vast experience with the law. His background as a prosecutor gives him tremendous insight. Having employed Mr. Russell I was give the utmost satisfaction, his level of attentive professionalism was impressive and assuring. As an attorney Mr. Russell has garn...ered positive results and more than favorable outcomes for myself and a numerous amount of referrals that were also impressed and served excellently by Me. Russell as an attorney. I have worked with Mr. Russell on contractual, and transactional activity. He has represented me for both civil and criminal legal matters. I find Me. Russell to be the quintessential legal representative in a very comprehensive fashion. I highly recommend his services. I was provided with outstanding service and me. Russell was exemplar as my attorney.

Posted by Chase | January 08, 2012 | Criminal Defense

The Perfect Lawyer

Mr. Russell has been my attorney since October of 2010. He is extremely knowledgeable, well respected, articulate, and the best lawyer I've had the pleasure of getting to know. He is sincere and trustworthy which I found out first hand when he went to trial to defend me when I was charged with armed ...robbery, a crime that I didn't commit. He never doubted my innocence once. The detectives who arrested me, took the stand against me. They spewed a multitude of lies one after another. I was in complete and utter disbelief that these officers would take the stand and perjure themselves to try to put me in prison. I had never experienced how vindictive and manipulative the justice system can be even when you're a law abiding citizen like I am. Thank God Mr. Russell used his abundant knowledge of my case along with his flawless logic to expose ALL of the lies that both detectives told on the stand against me. His extensive wisdom came in to play big time when it came time for him to do his job completely and throughly. I have never experienced anyone who can openly expose the truth and reveal it in an undeniable way like Mr. Russell can. I can confidently and without any doubt say that Mr. Russell saved my life. He is the reason why I am free today. I believe that if I had any other lawyer I would be another innocent man rotting away in prison. Mr. Russell gave me exactly what I expected from him, TRUTH and JUSTICE.

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Royce is a top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Wycuie Bouknight

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to work with Attorney Russel at DHS, I found him to be an exceptionally skilled litagator and very knowledgable of the law. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so I believe anyone who seeks excellent counsel should strongly consider Mr. Russell's services you will be very happy with the out come of your case."

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Brian Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. One of the top attorneys in the New York-New Jersey area. Royce really produces for his clients and is highly respected by his peers and the judges."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

making a difference, women in black

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1997 - 1999

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Department Of Justice

1992 - 1997

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx County Distirct Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

national police accountablity project

Member

1992 - Present

National Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

Hofstra Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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