About Verris
I run a successful law practice specializing in the zealous representation of individuals in New York Supreme and Local courts. The practice provides passionate advocacy in civil and family courts designed to achieve the desired outcome. The bulk of the practice is dedicated to the successful representation of individuals in criminal courts resulting in acquittals and dismissals of criminal charges. For a free consultation call (914) 803-0900.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 60%
Handing criminal cases from inception to trial including conducting hearings, Grand Jury presentations, pre-trial hearings, sex offender hearings, etc
- Family: 30%
- General practice: 5%
- Landlord or tenant: 5%
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY | Due to reregister within 30 days of birthday | 2005 | 06/26/2017 |
| WI | Resigned | 2004 | 07/11/2017 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
avvo contributions
| Legal answers | 2 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Abe Sigman Award | University of Wiscosnon-School of Law | 2003 |
| Julie Strasser Memorial Scholarship | University of Wisconsin-School of Law | 2002 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Westchester County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
| Yonkers Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
| Mount Vernon Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
| New York State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
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| Possession of a Weapon | Dismissal | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| School name | Major | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Law School | N/A | Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Attorney endorsements
(3)
Trevor Eisenman, Education Attorney
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Michael Palumbo, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney
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Tremendously knowledgeable criminal defense attorney and not afraid to take the tough cases. If you are charged with a serious criminal matter you want Verris on your side!
Cost
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Payment Methods
Cash, Credit card
Contact
Law Office of Verris B. Shako
9 West Prospect Avenue
Suite 406
Mount Vernon, NY, 10550
Office (914) 803-0900