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Eric Edward Rothstein
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Biography
At Rothstein Law PLLC, I know that your case is very important to you. That's why I treat every case I handle like it's the most important case in the office.
I will handle your case from start to finish; it won't be passed from associate to associate like at some larger firms. I handle only a manageable number of cases at any given time and I don't accept every case that walks in the door. This gives me the time to treat each client like he or she is my most important client. Following this business model has allowed me to recover millions of dollars for my clients.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
30 years
Personal Injury
50%
30 years
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Licensed in New York for 34 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Rothstein Law PLLC
325 East 79th Street, Suite 8B, New York, NY, 10075
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (183)
Lawsuits & Disputes (55)
Expungement (22)
Drug Crime (15)
Litigation (15)
Personal Injury (11)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (10)
Immigration (8)
Violent Crime (5)
Debt Collection (3)
Domestic Violence (3)
Employment & Labor (3)
Juvenile (3)
Car Accidents (2)
Gun Law (2)
Brain Injury (1)
Civil Rights (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Family (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Identity Theft (1)
Libel & Slander (1)
Mediation (1)
Medical Malpractice (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (239)
Advocacy (156)
Recommendation (128)
Responsiveness (122)
Professionalism (108)
Communication Style (99)
General Knowledge (81)
Practice Area Knowledge (69)
Character & Conduct (63)
Cost of Services (43)
Trustworthiness (43)
Compassion (32)
Punctuality (17)
Payment Plans (4)
Free Consultations (1)
Staff & Support (1)
Showing 71 - 75 of 81 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense
The Best Attorney!
From the minute I contact Mr. Rothstein through his website, he was more than responsive to my needs. All the other attorneys I spoke with, seemed impersonal while Eric was very friendly, upfront and easy to talk to. It was very obvious he knew what he was doing and I decided to give him full respons...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Quick resolution to an uncontrollable and personally and professionally costly situation
Found myself dealing with the police for the first time after substances that did not belong to me were found on me from a friends jacket. Due to the repercussions of such a charge to my professional and personal life I needed to prove my innocence quickly. I researched the nature of the charge, it...
Posted by SHAWN | May 06, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer with superb professionalism and knowledge to win, I highly recommend Mr. Rosthein to anyone needs a counsel.
My case was handled in a very professional manner and winning with an anticipated outcome. The case was dismissed to my favor as I was the defendant of the case. The plaintiff's counsel filed a note of issue on 11/5/2012 and the Compliance Conference was not held according to Preliminary Conferenc...
Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Professional, quick, excellent criminal defense lawyer
Mr. Rothstein answered my legal advice question and offered his services and after reviewing his and some other lawyer's offers, I decided to hire Mr. Rothstein. He was really quick with his email replies and answered all my questions, even while on vacation. The case was Petit Larceny with bench war...
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Professional and Successful
I recently received a summons for Public Urination in NYC. There are two ways for this to be charged. 153.09 of the Health Code which is a misdemeanor and 116-18(6) of the New York City Administrative code which is just a violation. I was charged with the latter, 153.09, but Mr. Rothstein explaine...
Eric Edward Rothstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"Excellent reputation, we know some mutual friends and all agree."
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"It is clear from Mr. Rothstein's direct advice to those seeking answers on Avvo that he is the kind of advocate I'd want if I were looking for an attorney: he is knowledgable, respectful, eager to help, intelligent, and responsive. All of these are the making of an exceptional advocate. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a solid member of the legal community."
"I am constantly impressed with the breadth of his knowledge and his practical applications. It makes me think "Everybody should have a lawyer like this fine practitioner." Would refer to him in a heartbeat."
"Eric Edward Rothstein is one of the hardest working volunteers on Avvo. Always willing to pitch in and answer the really tough questions with rigorous honesty and integrity. I am proud to offer Mr Rothstein my endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well respected by his peers. His client endorsements are very impressive (over 200). He also gives of his time to answer questions on Avvo free of charge to assist the public; he has done so over 45,000 times!"
"I endorse this lawyer’s work and standing in the legal community."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rothstein is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he is bound to invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rothstein provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rothstein is a very talented and experienced attorney and efficient advocate for his clients. Mr. Rothstein's clients are well served due to his extensive experience. In addition to those qualities, I know that he can be trusted to handle the matter to the best of his ability."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rothstein provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers."
"Mr. Rothstein and I answer many of the same questions in the AVVO community. His answers show that he has a wealth of knowledge in the area of Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. I strongly endorse Mr. Rothstein."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric Rothstein is a very well known and respected personal injury and criminal defense attorney. I would recommend him to my family and colleagues without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer for his extensive knowledge, experience, and familiarity with criminal justice in New York State. His contribution to the Avvo community is consistent and consistently helpful - he clearly has the compassion to help others in need."
"Eric and I worked together on a legal malpractice matter. He did an exceptional job and obtained a superb result for the client. I would not hesitate to recommend him or to work with him again on another matter."
"Having spent hours answering questions in the Avvo legal community myself, I endorse Mr. Rothstein as a consistent contributor to the Avvo community and offering sound legal advice."
"I have never met Mr.Rothstein, but nine times out of ten when I go to answer a question from an Avvo user he has already answered it in the same way that I would have. We obviously have similar views on criminal defense. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2022
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2021
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2020
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2019
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2017
Super Lawyer, Thompson Reuters
2016
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
1991
Superior Classroom Performance Award, University of Bridgeport School of Law
1991
Honors in Civil Clinic, University of Bridgeport School of Law
1991
Service to the Community Award, University of Bridgeport School of Law
1989
American Jurisprudence Award in Legal Skills, University of Bridgeport School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Owner, Rothstein Law PLLC
1995 - 1995
Special Assistant US Attorney, US Attorney's Office
1991 - 1997
Assistant District Attorney, Queens County District Attorney
Associations
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
Member
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Not Guilty Verdict In Rape and Sexual Abuse Case
$600,000 Settlement In Loss of Sepulcher Case
$300,000 Settlement In Loss of Sepulcher Case
$150,000 Settlement In Loss of Sepulcher Case
Six-Figure Settlement In Premises Case Settles At Mediation
City Settles False Arrest and Detention Case For $200,000
Trial Verdict In Motor Vehicle Accident Case
Plaintiff's verdict
Criminal Conviction reversed
Reversal
6-Figure Settlement For Teen Who Caused Fire
Settlement
Not guilty is robbery case
Not Guilty Verdict
Shoplifting Case Dismissed
Shoplifting Case Dismissed
Drugs Suppressed For Client On Lifetime Parole
Case Dismissed
Not Guilty Verdict in Search Warrant Case
Not Guilty verdict
Kato v. 625 Ownership, LLC
$900,000 settlement
$600,000 Settlement In Loss of Sepulcher Case
Havis v. County of Westchester
$1,500,000
Anonymous v. Anonymous
730,000
Education
1991
University of Bridgeport School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of Vermont
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984
Riverdale Country School
1981
The Allen-Stevenson School
Speaking Engagements
2010
Annual Update 2010
Municpal Liability
Publications
2022
Appellate Division
Kerns v Ishida
2016
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
People v. Roodly Loiseau
2010
Verdict Search
Mami Kato v. 625 Ownership LLC
2009
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Roth v. R & P Restaurant Corp.
2009
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
People v. Titus McBride
2007
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Smith v. Poughkeepsie City School District
2006
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Smith v Nameth
2003
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Laventure v. Galeno
2002
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Bastein v. Sotto
2000
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Murphy v. Long Island Rail Road
1999
New York State Law Reporting Bureau
Schwartz v. Mandelbaum & Gluck
Languages
English
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