In 2012, the first time in my life, I had to seek legal representation. I was arrested at a checkpoint in Manhattan. The experience is something I will never forget or wish on anyone. I felt a lot of inaccuracies were made during checkpoint that lead to my arrest. I requisite a lawyer that had DA... experience in Manhattan and could provide clear-cut answers to my case; that is when I found Mark. I called and left a message and quickly received a call back from Mark; we spoke briefly of my situation and that same afternoon I was sitting in his office discussing my case. Mark is sincere, honest, straight-forward and above all knowledgeable. Instantly, I could see he loved the law, but also respected. After we shock hands and by the time I reached the elevators - I knew he was the right person to represent me. A case that should have not taken long to try took over 2 years and more than 10 court room appearances. During every step of the process Mark was beyond responsive, communicated truthfully, and never tried to deter me from perusing what I believe to be just. Mark is the reason; today I have clean criminal record that could have tarnished my professional career. Words can never express the gratitude I have for Mr. Bederow. Therefore, I highly recommend Mark Bederow.

My name is Jonathan and I had the pleasure of having Mark Bederow represent me back in 2010. New York City vs Jonathan Ryan in what was an intense gun case,facing class C violent felon charges, and up to 3 1/2 years behind bars. Attorney Bederow came to my rescue as I was sitting outside the cour...t room awaiting my first preliminary hearing. I was nervously awaiting for my assigned public defender who was running extremely late ,as time ticked Mark Bederow over heard my conversation I was having with my girl friend . He quickly realized that I was in desperate need of help. He approached me ,introduced himself and asked if he may sit down beside us. He went on to ask me what was my story for being there. I told him that I had driven over 18 hours from my small home town in Florida,to move my girl friend back home. I got lost and during the confusion made A right hand turn as the light was red. I did not realize that I had just made a traffic violation. Needless to say what I thought would be just a simple violation turned out to be the begining of fighting for my freedom and all I love. Mark came to my rescue at the very last minute having very little info that I was able to give him before going in front of the judge. As the prosecuter tried to say I was A flight risk, Mark sharply presented to the Judge the facts of why that was not true. That was the start of what would lead up to a trial exactly one year to date of the arrest . Mark spent much time with me either by phone or in person. He quickly became more then just my Attorney but someone I still call a great friend. With Mark beside me I felt comfort ,trust and gained strength from how he delivered a powerful argument and why I was not this Felon that the prosecuter was trying desperatley to convince 12 jury members. He stood and said with passion ,"Facts Can Be A Stubborn Thing "! After the jury members deliberated, they acquitted with in 30 minutes. Mark was brillant from every standpoint! My Attorney ,my Friend, Thank you so much!!!!!!! Sincerley , "Lucky Son Of A Gun" Jonathan R

Mark is an excellent, dig-in-your heels defense attorney. He provides 'spot on' assessment of cases, and he uses his broad knowledge of the issues to drive strategy at all times. He also has a very upfront communication style, and will get to the point -- while pulling no punches -- whether he's tal...king to the client or the adversary. As his client, I watched his management of the courtroom environment, and had nothing but full confidence in him. Mark is also a great guy. I know that no one wants to need a defense attorney, but I would strongly recommend him if you do.