John P. Buza

John P. Buza

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

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

233 Broadway 9th Floor, New York, NY

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Federal and New York criminal defense litigation

18 years | 1,500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2009

Resigned Without Prejudice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of John Buza, P.C.

233 Broadway 9th Floor, New York, NY, 10279

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John P. Buza's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion

Posted by Mag | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Not an Automaton

I met Mr. John Buza in very dire circumstances. When I called him the very first time I knew he would not be a typical lawyer. He sounded like a human being rather than an automaton, aka “stone face”, who is trying to first determine if I could “afford him”... but has no genuine interest or engagemen...t in my case-crisis whatsoever…! And believe me I had interacted with lawyers before and so I can make a solid differentiation here. It’s a drag to be dealing with the latter type & hence my appreciation and respect for Mr. Buza is exponentially greater because of that fact alone. He listened, took interest in what I was saying, had a reaction to it, was reassuring but measured in his style. He was willing to take action immediately, he did take it and provided much needed answers shortly thereafter. Mr. Buza was very present throughout the case and I am using “present” loosely because so much falls under that term. He was available even when I knew that he had no new information for me or when I was contacting him knowing that I am monopolizing his time because nothing had changed or could be changed at that time regarding the case. He made himself available for a trip to Rikers during Christmas time even though he could have very legitimately delayed it. He was patient, genuinely supportive, and genuinely responsive. He was never dismissive or turning “lawyerly formal/official” or busy. I would ask him the same questions or share concerns multiple times and he was willing to explain legal options and prospects about the case in layman’s terms multiple times. I always felt he had our back and that he would always do everything he could to effect positive outcomes regardless of our financial status. He was …normal. That's a rare find. You need someone you can partner with about the complexities of your case and Mr. Buza is someone you can partner with and depend on not only because he is a lawyer and not only because he understands but more importantly because he cares and appears to have a moral/ethics compass, that’s so lacking in the field, still intact.

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John P. Buza's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Certain

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation or reservation. Mr. Buza is experienced, tremendously talented, and dedicated to obtaining the best results for his clients."

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Mark Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Buza is a highly talented and effective criminal defense attorney who I have worked with in the handling of many complex criminal cases. John uses his experience as a prosecutor to the benefit of his clients and can be counted upon to defend you in a wide variety of criminal cases. I highly recommend John."

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Lauren Friend

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Buza is as effective and hard-working advocate as can be. I would not hesitate to recommend him for your criminal defense needs. His grasp of the law, tenacity and work ethic set him far above his colleagues."

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David Moreno

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"John Buza is one of the brightest and hardest working attorneys I know. I endorse this attorney."

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Cary London

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Buza is a top notch criminal defense and civil rights attorney. His oral advocacy skills coupled with his aggressive trial tactics make give him a winning combination in the courtroom. Would highly recommend using this attorney."

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Steven Warshawsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John since he worked with me as an intern in the United States Attorney's Office EDNY several years ago. He has a broad base of legal knowledge and experience, superior analytical and advocacy skills, and a commitment to providing his clients with dedicated, excellent representation. John has my highest endorsement!"

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Adam Roth

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an aggressive yet respectful criminal defense attorney who gets outstanding results for his clients. Anytime I have an issue dealing with criminal law in Manhattan, I immediately call John. If you or a loved one is in need of criminal advice, you would be wise to call him as well."

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Michael Treybich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Friend

"John is highly competent in criminal defense. I send any of my family or friends who need representation in criminal defense to John, and I endorse him without reservation."

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Kenneth Belkin

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Mark Cohen

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Michael Gasi

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David Moreno

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lauren Friend

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cary London

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Steven Warshawsky

Litigation lawyer

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Adam Roth

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Michael Treybich

Litigation lawyer

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Jeremy Saland

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2007

Best Brief, Civil Rights and Liberties Moot Court Competition, Emory University School of Law

2006

Excellence in Written and Oral Advocacy, New York Law School Moot Court Society

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Principal, Law Office of John Buza, P.C.

2008 - 2014

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney New York County

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, Us Attorney Office Eastern District Of New York

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, Kings County D.A.

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, New York County Defender Services

Associations

2015 - Present

New York Criminal Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

New York City Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

New York County Lawyers' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. K

Not guilty of all charges after jury trial

People v. M

Case dismissed and sealed

People v. J

Case dismissed

People v. T

Successfully got case dismissed

People v. D

Case dismissed

People v. B

Case dismissed

People v. J

Case dismissed

People v. D

Negotiated non-jail disposition

People v. J

Case dismissed

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Education

2008

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

State University of New York, Stony Brook

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

2014

Publications

2014

New York City Criminal Lawyer Blog Blog

2007

New York Law School Moot Court Fact Pattern Froessel Moot Court Competition

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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