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Robert E. Brown, Esq., is a seasoned attorney and the founder of the Law Offices of Robert E. Brown, PC. Since 2006, he has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results, representing thousands of clients in personal injury and civil cases with a high success rate. Before establishing his firm, Mr. Brown practiced law at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson and Slotnick, Shapiro & Crocker, gaining expertise in complex litigation. His prior 23-year career with the NYPD, where he retired as a Captain, provided him with unparalleled insight into police procedures and investigative strategies.
Mr. Brown’s legal acumen has earned him features on major media outlets, including CNN, MSNBC, and FOX, and in publications such as the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. He is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100. Additionally, he serves as an adjunct professor at Boston University and frequently lectures at leading law schools. Recognized for his dedication to clients and innovative legal strategies, Mr. Brown has led his firm to recover millions in verdicts and settlements, solidifying its position as one of the nation’s fastest-growing law firms.
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Street Smart. Retired NYPD Captain. Top Trial Lawyer. Free Consultation, Call Today!
Criminal charges threaten your life, your family, your freedom. We bring fearless defense, relentless pressure, proven results Payment plans available.
Criminal charges threaten your life, your family, your freedom. We bring fearless defense, relentless pressure, proven results Payment plans available.
Criminal charges threaten your life, your family, your freedom. We bring fearless defense, relentless pressure, proven results Payment plans available.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
26 years
Personal Injury
20%
26 years
Domestic Violence
11%
26 years
Violent Crime
11%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2015 2014
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 24 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (17)
Criminal Defense (16)
Foreclosure (6)
Real Estate (5)
Personal Injury (3)
Debt Settlement (2)
Expungement (2)
Litigation (2)
Violent Crime (2)
Business (1)
Copyright Infringement (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Gun Law (1)
Juvenile (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Tax Fraud & Tax Evasion (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (40)
Advocacy (27)
Recommendation (19)
Professionalism (17)
General Knowledge (15)
Communication Style (12)
Practice Area Knowledge (12)
Responsiveness (12)
Character & Conduct (11)
Trustworthiness (10)
Staff & Support (5)
Compassion (3)
Cost of Services (3)
Free Consultations (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Jessica | March 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney
One of the best law firms I’ve ever worked with!
Hands down! One of the best law firms I’ve ever worked with. if you want your case done right and fast, I suggest you call Robert Brown!!
Posted by Claudia | March 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Legal Expertise
My husband and I would like to thank Mr. Brown for the outstanding level of legal expertise that he provided to our daughter when she faced a lawsuit. Through his kind professionalism, keen insight, integrity, and depth of knowledge of the law, he ensured that our daughter's case moved through the le...
Posted by Dorothy | January 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thank you!
Facing a lawsuit was an extremely daunting, worrisome experience for both me and my family. While some attorneys did not even answer our messages, Mr. Brown took our concerns seriously and assured us that he would help us resolve the issue, which to our great relief, he did. Mr. Brown was reassuri...
Posted by Daniel | May 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
There’s No Better Lawyer in New York — All Gun Charges Dismissed
I had the privilege of being represented by an outstanding criminal defense attorney in Robert Brown, and I cannot express my gratitude enough for his exceptional work. From the moment my family consulted with Mr. Brown, his professionalism and expertise in the field of law was evident. He approached...
Posted by Brandon P | December 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Epitome Of Skill And Proffessionalism
I cannot begin to say how great not just of a lawyer this man is, but how great a person he is. From the very first day, Mr. Brown outlined all the strengths and weaknesses of my legal situation, the possible outcomes, and how he felt the case would progress as time went on. Needless to say, as time...
Robert E. Brown's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Robert for all litigation matters. I have been referring both criminal and civil cases to him ever since I was in law school and he has never disappointed. Clients love him and he is an excellent co-counsel as well."
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"I endorse this lawyer.I MET ROBERT IN COURT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS WE HAD EXTENSIVE CONVERSATIONS ABOUT CRIMINAL LAW. ROBERT IS AN EXCELLENT ATTORNEY HE IS WELL LIKED BY HIS COLLEAUGES AND WELL RESPECTED BY ALL THE JUDGES HE APPEARS BEFORE.HE WORKS VERY HARD FOR HIS CLIENTS AND GETS GREAT RESULTS"
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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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Experience
Honors
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Judge Advocate General/Captain, New York Guard
2014
CLARO Steering Committee Member, Richmond County Bar Association
2014
Criminal Referral Panel, Richmond County Bar Association
2014
Volunteer Attorney, Richmond County Bar Association
2013
Volunteer Attorney, Richmond County Bar Association
2013
Judge Advocate General/Captain, New York Guard
2013
CLARO Steering Committee Member, Richmond County Bar Association
2013
Criminal Referral Panel, Richmond County Bar Association
2012
Volunteer Attorney, Richland County Bar Association
2012
Judge Advocate General/Captain, New York Guard
2012
Criminal Referral Panel, Richmond County Bar Association
2012
CLARO Steering Committee Member, Richmond County Bar Association
2011
Volunteer Attorney, Richland County Bar Association
2011
Criminal Referral Panel, Richmond County Bar Association
2011
Judge Advocate General/Captain, New York Guard
2011
CLARO Steering Committee Member, Richmond County Bar Association
2010
Volunteer Attorney, Richland County Bar Association
2010
Criminal Referral Panel, Richland County Bar Association
2009
Volunteer Attorney, Richland County Bar Association
2008
Volunteer Attorney, Richland County Bar Association
2004
Pro Bono Recognition Award, Fried Frank
2003
Pro Bono Recognition Award, Fried Frank
2002
Pro Bono Recognition Award, Fried Frank
2001
Pro Bono Recognition Award, Fried Frank
2000
Pro Bono Recognition Award, Fried Frank
2000
Best Advocate, James F. Neihoff Civil Trial Advocacy Competition
2000
Highest Grade in Criminal Trial Practice css, CALI Award
2000
Highest grade in Race and Gender in the Law class, CALI Award
2000
Highest Grade in Alternative Dispute Resolution, CALI Award
1999
Semi Finalist, Edward J. Hart Civil Trial Advocacy Competition
1999
Runner Up, Frank J. Rogers Mock Criminal Trial Competition
1998
Finalist, Charles M. Sparacio Mock Criminal Trial Competition
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Managing Partner, Robert E. Brown, PC
2005 - 2005
Assistant General Counsel, Ecko Unlimited
1999 - 2005
Associate, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson, LLP
1985 - 2000
Captain, NYPD
Associations
2011 - Present
Staten Island Legal ServicesSteering Committee Member
2006 - Present
Lin Sing AssociationCounsel to Chinese Community Association
2006 - Present
Richmond County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2014
Richmond County Bar AssociationCriminal Referral Panel
2014 - 2014
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2014 - 2014
New York GuardJAG
2014 - 2014
Richmond County Bar AssociationCLARO Steering Committee Member
2013 - 2013
Richmond County Bar AssociationCriminal Referral Panel
2013 - 2013
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2013 - 2013
Richmond County Bar AssociationCLARO Steering Committee Member
2013 - 2013
New York GuardJAG
2012 - 2012
New York GuardJAG
2012 - 2012
Richmond County Bar AssociationCriminal Referral Panel
2012 - 2012
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2012 - 2012
Richmond County Bar AssociationCLARO Steering Committee Member
2011 - 2011
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2011 - 2011
Richmond County Bar AssociationCLARO Steering Committee Member
2011 - 2011
Richmond County Bar AssociationCriminal Referral Panel
2011 - 2011
New York GuardJudge Advocate General/Captain
2010 - 2010
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2010 - 2010
Richmond County Bar AssociationCriminal Referral Panel
2009 - 2009
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
2008 - 2008
Richmond County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney
1998 - 2000
Student Bar Association, St. John's Law SchoolRepresentative
1998 - 2000
Criminal Law InstituteDirector of Trials
1998 - 2000
St. John’s Law ReviewSenior Staff Member
1983 - 1985
Criminal Justice AssociationMember
1983 - 1985
National Criminal Justice Honor SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Reid v. City of New York
Settled
Murder
The jury found our client Not Guilty on all charges.
Murder
Dismissed
Burglary
Disorderly Conduct
Federal Conspiracy
Dismissed
Foreclosure
Dismissed
Foreclosure
Dismissed
CPCS 3 Possession of Drugs with Intent to Sell
Dismissed
CPCS 3 Possession of Drugs with Intent to Sell
Disorderly Conduct
CPCS 3 Possession of Drugs with Intent to Sell
Disorderly Conduct
Aggravated Unlicensed Operator/Suspended License
Dismissed
Assault 3
Dismissed
Shoplifting
Dismissed
DWI
violation
Aggravated DWI blood alcohol of .194
violation
Robbery 2
Dismissed
New York State Sales Tax Fraud
No charges
Unlicensed General Vendor
Dismissed
Sale of Untaxed Cigarettes
Dismissed
Unlawful Eviction
Dismissed
Promoting Prostitution
Dismissed
Shoplifting
Dismissed
Fugitive Justice Warrant Unpaidm Casino Marker from Las Vegas
Dismissed
Kidnapping
Dismissed
Computer Trespass
Dismissed
Robbery
Dismissed
Education
2021
Harvard University Extension School
Other - Masters
2000
St..John's University School Of Law,Jamaica
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
St..John's University,Jamaica
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Biannual CLE for Military Lawyers
Foreclosure Defense
2011
Police Policy
Police procedures and culture
2011
Foreclosure Defense for Homeowners
Foreclosure Defense
2010
RICHMOND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION CLE
“Practical Aspects for Volunteer Attorneys at Foreclosure Settlement Conferences.”
2009
BEST DEFENSE
TruTV (Court TV)
2008
COURTSIDE
TruTV (Court TV)
2002
CNN TALKBACK LIVE
Jury Nullification
2000
BENJAMIN N. CARDOZO SCHOOL OF LAW
Drug Law Reform
Publications
2014
New York Law Journal
Panel Finds Bank Failed to Prove It Sent Default Notice
2014
New York DailY News
Woman claims NYPD cops made up story she was reselling iPhones
2014
2014
2014
2014
NY Daily News
Cop cleared Queens massage parlor gun threat
2011
New York Times
Regan case
2011
Staten Island Advance
Was last year's drop in Staten Island foreclosures just the calm before the storm?
2011
CBS Evening News
What happens when you stop paying your mortgage?
2011
CBS Evening News
Foreclosure Crisis
2011
AARP Bulletin
Living in Limbo
2010
Justia
People v Klapper
2010
New York Law Journal
People v Klapper
2010
NY Post
Slay acquittal for brawl teen
2010
2010
Sing Tao
Victor Fong Not Guilty
2010
World Journal
Victor Fong Not Guilty
2010
NY Daily News
Victor Fong Not Guilty
2010
NY Post
Victor Fong Not Guilty
2010
2009
Staten Island Advance
Homeowners are getting hit a second time
2008
Staten Island Advance
Donovan case
2008
Staten Island Advance
New legal arsenal to battle bad loans
1999
New York State Bar Association Criminal Justice Journal (Vol. 7 No. 1)
Case Note People v. Mike
Languages
Cantonese
Mandarin
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Does a dismissed foreclosure mean I have a clear title (I have no other liens)?
10 Aug 2014
Q&A
Have there been any successful Quiet Title cases for homeowners in NYC?
28 Jan 2014
Q&A
Midtown community court. I got ACD and I went to court because I needed a certified court copy for immigration purposes
27 Jan 2014
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Foreclosre Defense - Post Auction
22 Jan 2014
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Foreclosure Defense - Summary Judgment Motion
22 Jan 2014