James A. Schiff

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James A. Schiff

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime

521 Madison Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY

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About James

Biography

The Law Office of James A. Schiff is a premier criminal defense firm, handling both state and federal crimes. Contact Us At (833) 644-7357

The Law Office of James A. Schiff is a premier criminal defense firm, handling both state and federal crimes. Contact Us At (833) 644-7357

The Law Office of James A. Schiff is a premier criminal defense firm, handling both state and federal crimes. Contact Us At (833) 644-7357

The Law Office of James A. Schiff is a premier criminal defense firm, handling both state and federal crimes. Contact Us At (833) 644-7357

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

25 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Federal Crime 25%

14 years | 44 cases

25%
White Collar Crime 25%

14 years | 30 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of James A. Schiff

521 Madison Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY, 10175

jschifflaw.com/

Online Presence

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James A. Schiff's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (16)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Nadjet | December 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Firm and Professional

Our federal case has been dismissed. Thank you so much. We had some difficult case and it has been dismissed in a short period of time.

Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Stop Your Attorney Search and Hire James Immediately

James came highly recommended by a friend of mine. From the first meeting, I knew he was the right lawyer for me. Straight to the point, personable, knowledgeable and meticulous. Most importantly, throughout my case he treated me like a human being and not just a case file. I have had as best of an ...experience as you can imagine with someone facing a Healthcare Fraud charge. If you are dealing with any sort of criminal case or issue, contact James for a consultation.

Posted by anonymous | May 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hire James Schiff

I hired James after being charged with multiple misdemeanors and he was quickly able to get each of them dropped. The fact that he was able to get this done during the COVID-19 pandemic (meaning the courts were shut down) speaks to his skills, creativity, and connections in the legal world.  F...rom our first meeting, it was apparent that he brought years of wisdom and strategic thinking with regard to the best way to tackle the case. He approached the problem from multiple angles in order to ensure the best final outcome, while prioritizing what needed to be done first so that the quality of my life would not be affected in the immediate term. Aside from his legal expertise, he is willing to provide strong practical advice so that clients can avoid encountering these types of problems in the future. I never had any problem getting in touch with James when needed. I'd strongly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services.

Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very sharp and thorough

I went to see Mr Schiff after having consulted a number of other lawyers. He was able to analyse the situation perfectly and presented me with clear options. Very sharp and straightforward. Thanks to him I got the outcome I wanted. Highly recommended

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top Notch Manhattan Lawyer

James went above and beyond to protect me and bring forth justice. Professional, honest, and service minded, he had my best interest always in mind, and I will be forever grateful.

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James A. Schiff's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ravisharon Khunkhun

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly! James is a very dedicated and committed attorney who I would recommend in a heart beat. He is very knowledgeable and zealous too!"

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Elena Fast

White collar crime lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James and I worked together on a three week felony trial in Bronx County. I am incredibly impressed with his knowledge, strategic decision making, attention to detail and ability to connect with the jury. Highly recommend James for any criminal matter!"

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Richard Langweber

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known James for four years now and can say without hesitation that he is a thoughtful, bright, and skilled attorney. James has the experience and brains to put his clients in the best position possible. If myself or a loved one were in trouble, I would not hesitate to call James."

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Eric Arnone

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known James for years now. We worked side by side in the Manhattan DA's Office and are now colleagues in the defense bar. James is an intelligent and passionate advocate who genuinely cares about doing the right thing by his clients. He's got the perfect mix of intelligence, heart and skill, and always wants to secure the best possible results for his clients. I have conferred with James on many cases and consider him to be a fantastic lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Julie Rendelman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is a tough, no nonsense criminal defense attorney who isn't afraid to take on tough cases. He is a former Manhattan prosecutor which gives him the added benefit of really understanding the inner workings of the criminal justice system."

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Christopher Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremy Saland

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Other

"James Schiff and I worked together as prosecutors in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and have discussed many issues from the criminal defense perspective since leaving law enforcement. As a prosecutor, Mr. Schiff was in the trial and investigation divisions. He has a tremendous knowledge base, is thorough in his work and certainly has the skills to represent clients in the courts of New York. I would not hesitate to recommend him to clients in conflict matters or to discuss legal issues that arise in the course of criminal defense work. As such, I certainly endorse his work."

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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

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2011 - 2011

Assistant District Attorney: Money Laundering & Tax Crimes, New York County (Manhattan) District Attorney's Office - Investigation Division

2001 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney - Trial Bureau 60, New York County (Manhattan) District Attorney's Office - Trial Division

Associations

2011 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2011 - Present

New York Criminal Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. John Doe (anonymous to protect client)

Case dismissed

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Education

2001

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Lafayette College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1992

Horace Mann School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

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