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also known as David Mejia Colgan
David Mejia Colgan, Esq. has over 25 years of experience in criminal law. After graduation from New York University School of Law in 1998, Mr. Colgan served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office, where he served in the domestic violence and sex crimes bureaus and handled felony trials, including homicides, and misdemeanor trials. Mr. Colgan served as the second chair on 5 homicide trials as an intern in the Kinge County District Attorney's Office prior to joining the Bronx County District Attorney's Office.
Since leaving the District Attorney’s office in 2005, Mr. Colgan has represented hundreds of clients in federal and state criminal cases, as well as post-conviction proceedings. Mr. Colgan has appeared in Courts throughout New York State, including local, town, city and county Courts throughout New York City, Westchester County, Rockland County, Orange County, Putnam County, Nassau County and Suffolk County.
Mr. Colgan is admitted to practice in the Federal Courts in the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York, the Northern District of New York and the Western District of New York. Mr. Colgan has represented criminal defendants in matters in Federal Courts throughout the United States.
Since leaving the District Attorney's Office, Mr. Colgan has also practiced Family Law in the Family Courts throughout the City and State, Matrimonial Law and Immigration Law in the limited areas of applications for citizenship and deportation defense. He has appeared before the United States Immigration Courts in New York City, throughout New York State and in various other jurisdictions in the United States.
Mr. Colgan is fluent in Spanish.
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Acquired: 1999
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910 Grand Concourse, Suite 1F, Bronx, NY, 10451
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Posted by Jewlz | March 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Superiors human , very high elite
I have worked with this attorney for over 15 years, and throughout that time he has consistently handled every legal issue I’ve ever faced with professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. Whenever I needed guidance or representation, he was always responsive, clear about my options, and focused on ge...
Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer
Mr Colgan, Explain every step of legal process. He very receptive to all my questions. Best of all he won my case!!! An excellent lawyer.
Posted by Kereda | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best criminal attorney
I reside in Florida however my son needed a criminal attorney in New York. A family attorney researched and recommended David for the job. I was skeptical at first but after our first zoom call I was confident that this was no coincidence and that David was the man for the job. He made my son and I...
Posted by Romeek T. Easterling | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best of the Best
Mr. David Colgan is the greatest defense attorney I ever came across. When my previous lawyer drop the ball and didn’t put in the motion to dismiss my charges he came in and made it right and from that Tim he has been handling all my criminal and other charges and situations. He always available when...
Posted by Dave | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Personal Attention, Caring, Discreet Lawyer
David was contacted to assist with a very personal potentially criminal and civil case where discretion was needed. Though he was involved in several cases on the day I hired David, I requested an immediate meeting which required David to drop everything and drive an hour to meet in person which he...
"I have know David for many years. I have worked with him on cases and referred cases to him with confidence. He is passionate, dedicated, smart and cares about his clients. I would highly recommend him as you know you are in good hands with David."
"Mr. Colgan is an aggressive and zealous advocate who fights his hardest every single client. I have seen him in action in court and he is nothing short of excellent. I would recommend him to a family or loved one in a heartbeat. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with quite a few attorneys throughout my time practicing. When I was introduced to David Colgan, I was expecting an attorney with a typical approach. I immediately noticed something different about David. He is engaging, aggressive, proactive, and has a thorough knowledge of the law. His ability to instill confidence in his clients, take charge of their defense, and provide the proper guidance is second to none. I highly endorse David Colgan."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
1993
Pi Sigma Alpha, Lafayette College
2011 - Present
Principal, David Mejia Colgan, Esq
2005 - 2011
Associate, Goldberger & Dubin, PC
1998 - 2005
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office Bronx County
1997 - 1998
Legal Intern, Legal Aid Society, Criminal Appeals Bureau
1996 - 1997
Clerk, American International Group, Inc.
1996 - 1998
Legal Intern (Homicide Bureau), Kings County District Attorney's Office
1999 - Present
Dominican Bar Association
Member
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
A.B.
1997
Spanish
English