Andrew David Cherkasky

Andrew David Cherkasky

also known as Andy Cherkasky

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 19 years

Military law Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Military Law, Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime

1330 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY

About Andrew

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Military Law 41%

Andrew Cherkasky is dedicated to defending America's Heroes in criminal and administrative action taken by the military. He represents clients through UCMJ proceedings, such as Courts-Martial and Article 15 actions. He also guides clients through administrative actions such as discharge, security clearance revocation, letters of reprimand, and derogatory performance reports.

20 years | 200 cases

41%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 500-1000 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 3 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2023

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Golden Law, Inc.

1330 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY, 10019

Golden Law, Inc.

27702 Crown Valley Pkwy, Ste D4 #414, Ladera Ranch, CA, 92694

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Andrew David Cherkasky's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jason | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

"Second to none"

From the moment we first spoke, until the judge said "not guilty", I knew hiring the dynamic duo that are the Cherkasky's was a decision I would always be happy with. Being accused of a crime you know you didn't commit is hard enough...being told you will be court martialed for it is a whole other m...atter. Andy worked with my ADC to come up with the best way to represent me, and he did so with the tenacity of a gladiator in the arena. Not only did he explain step by step what the next move was, he was there for me whenever I just needed to vent. There are lawyers that do this job for money and glory, and there are others that want to see justice through. Andy is the kind of man you want in your corner when the tentacles of injustice try to choke you out. I write this as a man that was freed from these tentacles, all thanks to Andy and his team!

Posted by Jan | March 20, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Among the Best!!!!

I was having doubts with my given lawyer and decided to hire another one with more experience. I asked for help from my aunt and she found Mr. Andrew Cherkasky. When we spoke he gave me the confidence that I did not feel from my other lawyer. He did an absolute outstanding job defending me using his ...vast understanding of the law and paid attention to every detail. I would not be here today if it weren’t for him! The best lawyer I could have asked for!

Posted by ShaRoy | March 16, 2015 | Military Law

Worth Every Penny!

Finding a lawyer is one of the worst things I've had to do in my life. Trying to find a lawyer is like trying to decide on cereal in the cereal aisle, it is a very frustrating experience. The options are endless, they all offer something different, some are good for you, and some are not. Thankful...ly after several days of research and calls I was blessed/guided to the services of Mr. Andy Cherkasky. Unlike the other firms I contacted that left me feeling anxious, confused and skeptical when I spoke with Mr. Cherkasky I knew within the first 5 minutes I was in good hands. I could not have asked for a more personable, honest, knowledgeable, fair, humorous, inclusive, charismatic, approachable, lawyer to represent me in my time of need. Andy is Awesome! He has the unique ability of connecting with people in a way that is genuine and sincere. In my 2 years of working with him his commitment to me and my situation has not changed in the slightest. He always returns my calls/emails/facetime requests and he takes the time to clarify things that are heavy with legal jargon regardless of how long it takes. There were numerous situations where he went above and beyond to ensure I was not only received good service but phenomenal representation. He takes his job seriously; he has a knack for getting to the root of complex situations while keeping everything understandably simple. Attention to detail, time management, and customer service are a few of the things I looked for in my search for representation…I found them and much more with Mr. Cherkasky. I was very impressed with the level professionalism and empathy in our initial conversation. Shortly after, I was awe-struck by the layout of his website and his information management/accounting processes. What you get from his site is the exactly what you get from him in person...#BestMilitaryLawer. His past military experience is invaluable, his knowledge of law and military law were judicious throughout. His physical appearance, organizational skills and punctuality aide in his ability to get his point across clearly and concisely. Cool, calm and collected. When situations aren't going his way he has a unique way of processing the situation, regrouping and addressing the issue effortlessly without any signs of stress or concern. Mr. Cherkasky is extremely organized. He is totally up front with every aspect of his management of the case; his tracking system is state of the art. The number of hours applied to each phase of the process, the flights, hotels, rental cars etc; everything was clearly tracked and available for me to view. He literally has everything covered, not once did I have a reason to second guess his integrity which allowed me to focus on the well-being of my family and myself throughout. He is an amazing family man with a gorgeous wife that is also an attorney. The dynamic duo exemplifies teamwork, it is evident in the life balance and support they have for one another while building a beautiful family and staying in front of cases. It is my pleasure to sincerely share my opinion and experience with Mr. Cherkasky. I literally could go on forever about how satisfied I am with his services...my family and I won’t ever be able to thank him enough for all that he has done to ensure I received the very best representation possible.

Posted by Travis | March 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Most Amazing Lawyer

Firstly, let me say 4000 characters is not nearly enough to give Andrew Cherkasky the praise he deserves. As a deployed member of the Air Force my life changed dramatically when I was informed I was being investigated for crimes I had no idea I had been committing. My circumstances were that of som...eone who was misinformed and naively took a NCOIC's word as law. My ADC had basically advised me that there was a very good chance that I would be convicted of all crimes I was being charged for. He believed I we be imprisioned for an extended period of time and that the prosecution had a very strong case against us. I was fortunate enough to have come across Mr. Cherkasky’s information online and requested a consult. Despite having other cases his response was very immediate. We were on the phone within a short time and speaking in detail about my situation. He provided me with assurances that he was skilled to handled the case and actually had several cases in the past which dealt with the same kind of situation. Upon taking the case he worked tirelessly to hold the JAG to due process and ensured my rights were being respected. His work schedule was almost unbelievable to me. With me being deployed he would take calls sometimes at 1 or 2 in the morning, then would wake the next day early and resume reviewing evidence. His knowledge of due process and the UCMJ was very impressive and he was able to completely answer every question I posed to him off the top of his head. We discussed in detail exactly what I needed to expect as things progressed forward. His goals and mine were completely aligned throughout the process and he was never shy to provided the kind of personal advice that my ADC shyed away from. The work he preformed was brilliant and he considered each aspect for the case from many viewpoints. He always listened to my suggestions and was never dismissive of my opinion despite my lack of judicial experience. He worked hard to ensure he was always moving forward in the direction I wanted him to. In my case I was exonerated of all charges and redeployed home. Once home there were still administrative issues to deal with. Even though much less was at stake once the charges were dropped, Mr. Cherkasky continued to work as an advisor and even reviewed all of my administrative paperwork. With regards to value... no matter what the cost you are getting his services at a bargain. His pricing was more competitive than any other lawyer I priced. If I hit the lottery I will definitely mail him a check to express my gratitude. Please contact me if you'd like and I can provide more information about Mr. Cherkasky's work ethic.

Posted by Robert | March 04, 2015

Best hiring decision I have ever made!!

When I had a legal matter arise, I was confused, scared and lost. A friend recommended Andy and after our first conversation, I felt comfortable with the man I was talking with about my situation. Living overseas, he remained flexible and was very cognizant of my time. He was very honest with his as...sessment and assured me that he would work his tail off to defend me. His compassion and support to my family during the legal proceedings cannot be overlooked. After the conclusion of my proceedings, Andy still remained in contact with me after a few months just to see how I was doing. I had assumed that attorney's have a short memory and tend to forget there previous clients, but NOT with Andy. He had a huge impact in my life and allowed me to move on with closure of an unpleasant situation. I would recommend Andy and his services to anyone who was in a legal situation and needed insight. It was to this day, to hire Andy to represent me. God Bless!

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Andrew David Cherkasky's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

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"I highly endorse Mr. Cherkasky. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Isaac Kennen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keith Scherer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked and consulted with Mr. Cherkasky over the past few years. In addition to possessing a thorough knowledge of criminal law and a mastery of technology in the courtroom, he always has proven himself to be a tenacious advocate for his clients. I whole-heartedly endorse him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Andrew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Anthony Mowry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Military law lawyer | Feb 01

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2010

CGO Defense Counsel of Quarter, Unites States Air Force

2007

Best Litigator, American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division

Work Experience

2012 - Present

CEO, Golden Law, Inc.

2007 - 2012

Senior Trial Counsel, U.S. Air Force

Associations

2007 - 2008

American Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. A1C (name withheld)

Full acquittal

United States v. CMSgt Bowser

Dismissed with prejudice

United States v. SSgt Marsh

Acquittal of all litigated charges and minimal confinement for guilty plea charges

US v Parrott

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Education

2006

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Online Continuing Legal Education Presentation Defending Complex Sexual Violence Cases

2012

Trial Advocacy Conference

Litigation of Sexual Assault

2012

Tournament of Champions

Trial Advocacy Tournament Honored Guest Judge

Publications

Languages

English

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