Nicholas G. Kaizer

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Nicholas G. Kaizer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

40 Fulton Street, Levitt & Kaizer 17 Fl, New York, NY

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About Nicholas

Biography

Top-Rated New York Attorney. Successfully representing clients for over 30 years!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

38 years | 2,000 cases

75%
Litigation 25%

38 years | 500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2016
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 37 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1988

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Nicholas Kaizer

40 Fulton Street, Levitt & Kaizer 17 Fl, New York, NY, 10038

levittandkaizer.com/

Nicholas G. Kaizer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dave | October 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A heartfelt Thank You

I hired Nicholas Kaizer after I found myself in legal hot water. Mr. Kaizer went to work on my case immediately .Nick went above and beyond for me. Whether returning my calls, answering my e mails, Nicks response was always lighting fast. Nick kept me informed every step of the way, from start to fin...ish. Not only is Nicholas Kaizer an incredibly gifted criminal defense attorney, He is also a very caring and decent man. Nick would not let me define myself from that one stupid mistake I made. Nick talked to me, he counseled me, Nicholas Kaiser gave me hope, and made an unbearable situation bearable. Nick promised me, he would get me through my ordeal, and he delivered on his promise with flying colors. I would recommend Nicholas Kaizer in a heartbeat, to anyone in need of a top notch criminal defense attorney. Thank You Nick, from the bottom of my heart

Posted by Anna | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best lawyer you can get!

I found myself in the worst situation possible, my husband was arrested and taken to jail. No one was telling me anything, the free attorney was not hearing me, and I couldn’t even speak to my husband. I was lost. I spoke to many attorneys, and it seemed like they just wanted to speak as shortly as t...hey can and get a retainer from me. Luckily I was recommended to contact Nicholas Kaizer. Nicholas gave lots of attention to the case, and really listened. Truly Godsent. The way he handled the case - I couldn’t ask for a better outcome. Though my husband was innocent, everyone, including the free attorney was saying that my husband will end up doing time, I was hearing at least 25 years. Nicholas handled the case so efficiently, and he got all charges dismissed. I truly believe that hiring Nicholas is the best fighting chance you can have.

Posted by Mason | September 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Life-Saving Attorneys: A Grateful Client's Testimonial

Nicholas was the man who brought me back to life when I was facing a lifetime prison sentence. I can’t even describe how I felt when he and his partner visited me in prison, reassuring me that I wouldn’t have to spend the rest of my life behind bars. I was innocent, but no one could prove it becau...se everyone seemed to have taken the case personally and stood against me. At that critical moment, Nicholas and his partner, Zach, took my side and fought for me. Now, I’m surrounded by my family and loved ones, thanks to their efforts. No words can truly express my gratitude for what they’ve done for me. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of an outstanding attorney.

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best of the best !

Thank you Nicholas. You are a brilliant lawyer! I’m so grateful for passion dedication and professionalism you are so amazing to work with thank you so much I’m extremely grateful for all your help and bearing with me through everything I’m writing this today to express my gratitude for your help I ...can only hope your reflections of me can be seen by others I truly appreciate that you take the time to take all my calls and care as a person you are part of in my family now you’re not just an attorney your a friend. I received a 75% reduction in my sentence because of you and your amazing hard diligent work I couldn’t have done done it without you thanks for having my back. You are a beacon of hope to me and my family at a time when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed impossible and not only were you able to defend me but your calm empathetic demeanor offered emotional Secour to myself and those that I care about most me and my family are eternally grateful for your service. I urge everyone who is going through a criminal legal issue to work with Nicholas he is absolutely five stars with his knowledge professionalism he’s always there for you his support is second to none he works relentlessly for you and your case He is the best man for the job in my opinion no other attorney can hold a candle to Nicholas Kaizer The moment I hired him he handled it very efficiently started working right away and got the job done I recommend to anyone he is a man of his word and a great man overall he ease my mind about the whole process his service and professionalism is second to none I’m extremely happy with my outcome he provided me and my family with the soft landing he is just an absolute an amazing attorney he works with you he responds 24 hours seven days a week he keeps you updated Nicholas would even call me and see how I’m doing. He always kept me updated throughout the process until everything was taken care of he helped me out big time I always felt at ease during the whole process Nicholas is the highest recommended attorney put there. My guidelines were 41 to 51 months and I was sentenced to a year and a day!! without cooperation!! I could have my case turned out better than this I’m very glad for what he did for me and my family he was always honest no sugarcoating upfront helpful I recommend him to anyone who is in need of a great friendly lawyer he was always available to speak with me at any time he’s fast efficient and gets top results He went above and beyond to get this situation resolved for me he took the extra time needed for my case thank you Nicholas. He is the best attorney from my first meeting he explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive when I had questions outside of our meetings if anyone is looking for a knowledgeable attorney then go to Nicholas Nicholas is intelligent hard-working and well-versed in criminal law his legal writing is superb. He always pays attention to detail. Nicholas was devoted to fighting for me. He certainly cared about me and my family he is responsive I’m fortunate to have the opportunity and privilege to work with Nicholas with my case he is an outstanding professional he is a top-notch litigator and a premier lawyer he from top to bottom personifies the approach all lawyers should adopt in handling the business of their clients. He made me feel like I was the most important person in the world. honesty trust respect just to name a few of his qualities that’s a rare gem to find nowadays. Thank you Nicholas from the bottom of my heart you’re a very special person thank you kindly.

Nicholas Kaizer

Replied last January 03, 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. Client came to us looking at serious time for securities and wire fraud. Very difficult circumstances, as vicitm/investors were in their 80s and 90s and two of them spoke at sentencing. Nevertheless, without cooperation, our team secured a year-and-a-day custodial sentence, a dramatic downward variance from the Guidelines range of 41-51 months. We worked with Justin Paperny at White Collar Advice on this. Together, we assembled a multi-faceted team of psychologists, physicians and social workers to demonstrate that a year-and-a-day sentence was the appropriate custodial term for our client. The Court agreed.

Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you a Million! Life is Good Again Because of You!

I wish of to thank Nick from the bottom of my heart for all he has done for me! Nick is the Babe Ruth of a Criminal Lawyers!!! When I was arrested, my sister had called a closed friend who was a lawyer for a recommendation for a criminal lawyer as a last resort. She did not know how to tell him I wa...s in trouble. Prior to this, she called three lawyers. These lawyers wanted a significant amount of money for a retainer which my family did not have. When her friend recommended Nick and told her of his incredible reputation she knew he would help me. He came to see me in lockup. He was compassionate, caring, and uplifting in the words he spoke to me. It was if I knew him all my life. He gives lawyers a good name! He assured me everything would be ok. He told me things would be dark for a while but that I would see the light at the end of tunnel! When I posted bail on that Friday, once again he began to assure me everything would be okay. He gave me his cell number and told me he would be available for me anytime during the weekends, if I needed a shoulder to cry on. He called me during the weekends to see how I was doing. During this whole time he never once discussed money! I saw him that week. I met him and his partner at the office. By the way his partner was the same way. They explained to me the uphill battle I was facing. Again, Nick reassured me he would do everything in his power to get me probations. As he put it "let me work my magic". During the four years he told me what I had to do and I did it. He reminded me of the music conductor of the London production of Les Misérables that tremendous orchestra. He conducted me through the next four tremendous years of my life, skillfully, masterful, compassionate, caring, and always making himself available for me. He worked extremely hard and diligently to put together one of the most detailed and compressive final sentencing report for the judge that he has ever done. He got probation for me!!! I was facing 20 years in prison and he gave me my life back. Once again Nick is a fantastic, compassionate, caring and great lawyer! I will always be indebted to him for the rest of my life. It is an honor and privilege to call him my friend!!!

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Christopher Milazzo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My Kaizer is an extremely knowledgeable, dedicated and aggressive criminal defense attorney. I have found Mr. Kaizer to be a tireless advocate for his clients, and someone who has the ability to clearly, concisely and effectively explain complex legal principles in a way that judges, juries, opposing counsel, and his clients, can understand."

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Gary Becker

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick Kaizer is an extremely hard-working and conscientious attorney who fights for and gets great results for his clients. He is responsive and accessible, always willing to answer a client's questions and explain in detail what is happening in the case every step of the way. I know Nick for many years and can say unhesitatingly that he is some one you can trust to help you in the most important affairs in your life."

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Sharyn Grobman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Nicholas G. Kaizer as a colleague and good friend for many years. Nick is smart, sharp, direct, extremely knowledgeable about the law, and a totally devoted defense lawyer who will fight the government and find the right way to win."

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Ivan Dreyer

Litigation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kaizer handled hinmself professionally in the settlement of a difficult matter. It was a pleasure to deal with an attorney who was both courteous and responsive."

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Edward Sapone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Nicholas Kaizer and have worked with him on many cases. Nicholas is a lawyer's lawyer-- the kind of professional other lawyers go to when they want to develop sound strategies in complex cases. He is an intelligent, articulate, hard-working attorney who consistently gets stellar results. He is also a team player, and has a unique bed-side manner with clients. In short, Nicholas is at the highest level of the practice of law, and it's a pleasure to work with him."

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Renato Stabile

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

New York Super Lawyers, American Law Media

2021

NY Metro Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - Present

, Levitt & Kaizer

Associations

1993 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life-Member

1990 - Present

New York Criminal Bar Association

Board of Directors

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Weaver, et al.,

Change of Venue Granted

U.S. v. Kharfan

counsel sucessfully removed all restraint against Claimant's property by demonstrating claimant was an innocent owner of the home, despite the fact that it was bought with money advance by convicted husband.

SEC v. Monarch Funding,

Vacated and Remanded

United States v. Seltzer

Amended Judgment imposing forfeiture vacated

People v. Kaatsiz

Severance Granted on Defense Motion

Gonzalez v. State,

Murder conviction reversed/remanded for new trial

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Education

1986

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Representing Taxpayers in IRS and NYS Tax Matters

Preparing for the Worst and Hoping for the Best: Representing Clients in IRS Audits

2021

Introduction to Federal Criminal Defense for the State Court Practitioner Federal Pretrial Dispositions: Guilty Pleas Pursuant to Cooperation Agreements

2009

National Seminar on the Federal Sentencing Guidelines Sentencing Departures and Non Guideline Sentences

Publications

2022

North Law Publishers Just the Rules

2014

North Law Publishers Just the Rules

2012

2010

Just the Rules Just the Rules

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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