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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.
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Chat withState: New York
Acquired: 1992
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
325 East 79th Street, Suite 8B, New York, NY, 10075
295 Client Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney. HIGHLY Reccommend
Mr. Rothstein is an efficient and incredibly knowledgeable attorney. I met Eric on the AVVO blog/website after I received an ACD in March '18. I had many questions regarding the matter, especially the ramifications to my once impeccable background. All his answers were "spot-on" and concurred by all...
Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer who saved my job and future immigration issues
Mr Eric is amazing person. I was charged for unlawful possession of mairijuana. For a green card holder this can be a big issue for obtaining citizenship and flying back and fort to meet there families back home. I did a lot of research and luckily I found him through avvo website. I was crazy worrie...
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
BEST LAWYER EVER!!
I had criminal charges against me and was literally traumatized on the possible outcome of this situation. Through researching and referrals I found Eric Rothstein who CONFIDENTLY assisted my case which led to an acd with IMMEDIATE SEALING today at court. While other lawyers said it was impossible an...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Hands down amazing attorney!
I was arrested for aggravated harassment misdemeanor by a former coworker who perceived a old text message as a threat. I decided to hired mr. rothstein as my attorney and he helped me along the way immediately within our initial conversation. He was very analytical of the situation and assessed to m...
Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
F-1 holder charged with 3rd Degree Assault (ex-girl)
I had to go through very stressful period of time after the girl I dated got me arrested after an argument we had. There was nothing really in my case, however, it’s so easy for girls nowadays to just request order protection against men and get them arrested. I found Mr. Rothstein on Avvo first, and...
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rothstein provides a much-needed service on Avvo and donates time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"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 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 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. 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."
"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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2022
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2020
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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
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
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Member
Plaintiff's verdict
Reversal
Settlement
Not Guilty Verdict
Shoplifting Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Not Guilty verdict
$900,000 settlement
$1,500,000
730,000
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984
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Municpal Liability
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English
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