John W. Mitchell

John W. Mitchell

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 49 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bedford, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

P.O. Box 163, Bedford, NY

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

My practice is primarily criminal defense and civil litigation in both federal and state courts

11 years | 350 cases

65%
Appeals 35%

I do both federal appeals (in a number of circuit courts of appeals) and I also do state appeals in New York and in other states

41 years | 50 cases

35%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 49 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1976

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Firm of John W. Mitchell

P.O. Box 163, Bedford, NY, 10506

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John W. Mitchell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Polite and knowledgeable

John is very polite and knowledgeable. My circumstance involved and out of state issue. Although he was not license in the state I needed he offered his help to locate an attorney that could help me.

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2015

Spoke with Mr. Mitchell briefly about my case

He was wonderful and compassionate. He answered my question regarding a very serious legal matter that has been bothering me for years. He came up with the answer to my question in 5 minutes while it took me 7 hours of research the night before. Mr. Mitchell was so kind and generous with his ...knowledge that he brought a certain peace over me. He was extremely patient with me. I will never forget the interaction I had with him this past weekend. Wish he could take my case! God bless you Mr. Mitchell!

Posted by Judith Fabre McDonough | May 12, 2015

Excellent Lawyer

John Mitchell is a great listener and can diagnose the legal issue,and make understandable to the lay person. . He is very experienced, and highly knowledgeable. He then goes on to run the traps and explain clearly the strategy that needs to be implemented. He guided us in a 2255 and refined the... application, specified timelines that needed to be met to be in compliance. He has kept me abreast of the progress of the appeal and checked in to see if I was aware. He is also compassionate. He has helped me feel that we are not alone in the process. He is a super lawyer, I highly recommend him

Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2015

An outstanding lawyer

John Mitchell is an unique combination of superlative legal skills, unassailable integrity and thorough, caring decency. Having been let down (a euphemism for dishonest, callous and shoddy professional behaviour) by a series of lawyers the serendipitous happenstance of coming across him was all... the more appreciated. His knowledge of the law and advocacy are first rate, his integrity and dedication to the cause of his client are unsurpassable, and his compassion and fundamental decency would be rare in any stratum of society--let alone practitioners of law. Speaking from first hand experience, and having an international legal and business background of my own , I cannot recommend John Mitchell highly enough. Fortunate is the client who retains him.

Posted by Steven sarti | May 3, 2015

Lawyer for my case Operation Iron Curtain

Excellent lawyer, John W. Mitchell Never quit for my freedom and that is why you hire a lawyer especially when you are facing a long prison term. He never let me down even when it was the worst of situations and I was a very hard and angry client to deal with. He gave me his best and actually cared a...bout my life when the rest of the world did not care. Because of what he did for me he is a friend for life. Thank you John everyday I live my life outside of prison I think of the people that helped me through those years and who was there for me. Sincerely, Steven

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John W. Mitchell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Craig Hein

Federal crime lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Mitchell is without question the hardest working, intelligent and able litigator I have had the pleasure of working with. His veracity in the courtroom and his tireless work ethic ensures that everyone of his clients is provided with the best legal representation available. The caliber of John's representation is second to none and all those who retain Attorney Mitchell can sleep easy knowing they have "The Best" in their corner."

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Anthony Cardinale

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. John has one of the most facile legal minds in the business. He is extremely hard working, and as one Federal District Court Judge we tried a case to a not guilty result told me, is "scary smart.""

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Melissa Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the privilege of working with John as pro hac vice counsel on a 1st Cir. Fed. Ct. case that went to trial in October of 2014. John worked endless hours on the case. His brilliant writing and superb advocacy secured a verdict on not guilty on all counts. I can't speak highly enough of John, his skills are unmatched!"

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Brian Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"He's an outstanding defense attorney and I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Thomas Moseley

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse John W. Mitchell as a truly outstanding criminal defense with special expertise in all forms of post-conviction relief."

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Craig Hein

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anthony Cardinale

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Kelly

Federal crime lawyer

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Thomas Moseley

Immigration lawyer

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Melissa Larsen

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Avvo Top Contribtor 2015, Avvo Top Contributor 2015 Criminal Defense

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Senior Partner, Law Offices of John W. Mitchell

1983 - 1996

Partner, LaRossa Mitchell & Ross

Associations

1994 - Present

Unites States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit

Member of the Bar

1986 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit

Member of the Bar

1986 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member of the Bar

1979 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

Member of the Bar

1977 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

Member of the Bar

1977 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

Member of the Bar

1977 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of New York

Member of the Bar

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Ali Moalawi, Ind. No. 5256/2015

Motion sub judice

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Education

1976

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2015

"Cross to Kill" - New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Cross Examination

2011

"Defending Immigration Removal Proceedings 2011" - Practicing Law Institute

Proceedings To Vacate Prior Convictions Subsequent To Padilla v. Kentucky

Publications

2011

Proceedings To Vacate Prior Convictions Subsequent To Padilla v. Kentucky Defending Immigration Removal Proceedings 2011

Languages

English

Activity

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