Steven Howard Goldman

Steven Howard Goldman

4.5
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bronx, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights

190 East 161st Street, Suite 100, Bronx, NY

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

41 years | 4,500 cases

80%
Civil Rights 20%

25 years | 50 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Steven H. Goldman

190 East 161st Street, Suite 100, Bronx, NY, 10451

The Law Offices of Steven H. Goldman

1790 Broadway, Suite 710, New York, NY, 10019

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Steven Howard Goldman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by JOSE FRANCO | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

EXCELLENT DWI LAWYER

Very grateful to Mr. Steven Goldman. I was arrested for DWI. I was worried that if I was convicted of driving drunk and intoxicated that would leave a criminal record and lose my work permit (DACA) without being able to renew it. I decided to hire Mr. Goldman's services and asked him to help me reduc...e the DWI charge to driving while ability impaired. The day of the court Sr. Goldman gave me great news, he talked to the prosecutor and convinced him to only I accused me of a traffic violation. I have no criminal record thanks to him. He is a very prepared and honest lawyer and dedicated to his work. I really recommend him, every dollar i spend was worth it. THANKS MR. STEVEN GOLDMAN.

Posted by Nancy | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Mr. Goldman CARES about the best results possible

I was arrested for my 3rd DWI within 10 years, and hired Steven Goldman to represent me. The DA wanted no less than a year in jail. Steve spoke with the DA and the DA Supervisor on several occasions, and they wouldn’t budge. Over a years’ time, Steve was able to negotiate from 1 year at Rikers Isl...and to a 3 month intermittent sentence which was 12 consecutive weekends from Saturday at 9am to Sunday at 5pm. A very small sacrifice for having my life during the week. Thanks to Steve’s negotiations and tenacity, I was able to keep my job of 19 years without anyone knowing my business. I have only 3 more weekends to go and I’m very thankful for all the hours, compassion and expertise that Steve has shown. I would HIGHLY recommend him and his staff for any criminal case.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Steven H. Goldman saved my life by Tony P.

Though I have a good wife and a good job as a union carpenter, I went through a very bad stretch about two years ago when I was drinking too much. I ended up getting arrested and charged with DWI on four separate occasions. All of the cases were felonies. The DA was insisting on upstate time. I ...really thought my life - my job, my marriage - was over. I had no idea where to turn. I hired Steven Goldman to represent me. He fought for me from the very start. He patiently explained all the options to me, and told me what he thought was the best option for me to avoid jail. He said avoiding jail wouldn’t be easy, or even certain, but he told me what I needed to do to give myself the best chance of avoiding jail. He supported me through what was a long, difficult, and frankly scary process. Mr. Goldman encouraged me to get supportive letters from friends, co-workers and family. He also convinced me to enter and complete an alcohol program. Though the DA was insisting that I be sentenced to prison, and though the judge initially agreed with the DA, Mr. Goldman ultimately convinced the judge to take a chance on me and instead offer me probation. Thanks to Mr. Goldman I didn’t go to prison. Instead, I still have my job and my marriage. He literally saved my life. If you’ve made mistakes and need a truly excellent lawyer who can give you back your life, as far as I’m concerned Steven Goldman is the only choice.

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Steven Howard Goldman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to his clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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Daniel Arshack

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven Goldman embodies the highest and best attributes of our profession. He takes the time to listen, is compassionate and is fiercely committed to his clients' goals. I have known Steve for nearly 20 years and can safely say that if one of my children needed legal help I would not hesitate to call on him."

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Aaron Mysliwiec

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steven Goldman is a smart, aggressive criminal defense attorney. He's capable in all aspects of defending a client - from trying a case, to writing a winning brief, to negotiating a favorable result. He is deeply committed to working on behalf of his clients. If you want a lawyer who will zealously advocate for you, Mr. Goldman is a great choice."

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Peter Schaffer

Civil rights lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Goldman is a skilled and zealous civil rights lawyer. I have referred a number of false arrest clients to him and all have been impressed with him. In one recent case, he filed suit in the U.S. District Court on behalf of a false arrest victim and obtained a settlement well above what I or the client had expected."

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Kevin O'Connell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Goldman is a skillful advocate who is very knowledgable in the law."

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Aaron Mysliwiec

Federal crime lawyer

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Peter Schaffer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Law Offices of Steven H. Goldman

1997 - 2000

Senior Trial Attorney, Bronx Defenders

1988 - 1997

Attorney, The Legal Aid Society

Associations

2005 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2003 - Present

Bronx Bar Association

Attorney Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Attempted Murder

Acquittal

Possession of a Sawed Off Shotgun

Acquittal

Brutality Case

almost $90,000 recovery

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Education

1985

Rutgers University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

The Criminal Law Show on WGXC Radio

Life As A Criminal Defense Lawyer

2012

The Criminal Law Show on WGXC Radio

Prosecutorial Misconduct

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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