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John Paul Deverna
also known as John Paul DeVerna, JP DeVerna
About John
Biography
Top-notch trial attorney who has handled 1000+ cases in criminal law, civil rights litigation, and personal injury. Mr. DeVerna is a graduate of the University of Maryland and Brooklyn Law School. Prior to establishing DeVerna Law he worked for the Kings County District Attorney's Office where he worked in both the investigative and trial divisions. He prides himself on his ability to effectively cross-examine witnesses and deliver compelling and convincing closing arguments. If you need an able, accessible, and affordaable attorney who will fight to get you the best result, contact him to set up a free legal consultation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-450 per hour
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 15 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
DeVerna Law
111 John Street,, Suite 1615, New York, NY, 10038
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John Paul Deverna's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Communication Style
Posted by Shaneek | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
If you want to have your case dismissed, JPD is your guy.
I was faced with a criminal case and it was dismissed & sealed in under a year. Deverna communicated very well and represented me professionally in court.
John Paul Deverna's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Deverna is prepared, astute and able to persuasively convice jurors his view is the correct one. I regularly call on Mr. Deverna for advice on my own cases. I whole heartedly endorse Mr. Deverna"
"JP Deverna is a top notch criminal defense attorney with experience way beyond his years. He is a force to be reckoned with in the trial room. The only thing more impressive than his litigation skills may be his bespoke suits."
"John is a great attorney with solid experience. I would recommend him!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in New York, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Rising Star Nominee, New York Law Journal
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, DeVerna Law
2008 - 2014
Attorney, Kings County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, KBC Financial Products
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, New York State Attorney General's Office
2006 - 2006
Consultant, UBS, International Inc.
2006 - 2006
Judicial Intern, Southern District Of New York
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, New York Stock Exchange Division Of Enforcement
2005 - 2005
Paralegal, Morrison & Foester
Associations
2019 - Present
Bronx Bar Judiciary CommitteeMember
2018 - Present
Jewish Lawyers GuildMember
2016 - Present
New York County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Bronx County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2008
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Maryland
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
2nd Annual Cannabis Symposium
A Survey of Federal and State Cannabis Laws from 1970 to the Present
Languages
English
Korean
Activity
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