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Michael J Palumbo
Open for Business- Rye, NY
- Licensed for 19 years
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About Michael
I am very proud to say that I am simply the best NY, CT and VT traffic court defense lawyer. This is not what I alone say, but this is what my clients say. When you read our testimonials you will see that our clients could not be happier with our responsiveness, accessibility, ease of service, but most of all results.
I am also proud of our mission statement - to bring quality and affordable legal representation to New York motorists charged with speeding, moving violations, DUI, and automobile crimes. We have been executing on this mission since the inception of my law firm.
I realized that the public needed such a focused legal service when I first started practicing criminal defense and would watch motorists, unrepresented, try to defend themselves. What was needed was a law firm savvy enough to create a business model to provide high quality criminal defense cost effectively to New Yorkers charged with speeding and other infractions. Out of that idea o ur website was born. The service could not be more affordable and convenient. Our clients do not have to go to court or come to our office, can pay by credit card, and we charge 1 low flat fee.
The second thing I did was partner up with just a tremendous trial attorney, my good friend and business partner Mark Kosofsky. Partnering up made each of us stronger, better attorneys and better advocates for our clients. We opened practice areas that neither one of us could have done on our own. Mark has been practicing personal injury for over 20 years. Mark has recovered millions for his clients injured in auto accidents, slip and falls, and the like.
Today our clients benefit from our growth. We have expanded to include almost the entire Northeast for speeding and traffic ticket defense. Our office is licensed in NY & CT and we have affiliate referral counsel in NJ, MA & RI.
Practice areas
- Speeding and traffic ticket: 80%
Our mission is to provide cost effective and convenient speeding ticket, traffic ticket, and auto crime defense services NY & VT motorists. We charge 1 low flat fee and in most cases give a money back guarantee.
20 years, 5,000 cases
- Transportation: 20%
We represent commercial truckers in NY Transportation Law tickets such as Log Book Violations, and Equipment Violations specific just to CDL holders. We also defend tickets written alleging violation of the Federal Motor Carrier's Laws and Rules.
20 years, 550 cases
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| VT | Active | 2013 | 07/02/2021 |
| NY | Currently registered | 2002 | 05/25/2021 |
| CT | Active | 2001 | 07/24/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2016 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| Cum Laude | Pace University School of Law | 2001 |
| Pace University School of Law Client Counseling Competition | American Bar Association | 2000 |
| Good Conduct Medal | United State Navy | 1985 |
| Sea Service Deployment Ribbon | United States Navy | 1985 |
|---|---|---|
| Humanitarian Services Award | United States Navy | 1984 |
| Meritorious Unit Citation | Secretary of the Navy | 1984 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Palumbo & Associates, PC | 2006 - Present |
| Senior Counsel | Various Staff Counsel | 2002 - 2006 |
| Law Clerk | Various Law Offices | 2000 - 2001 |
| Police Officer | Greenwich Police Department | 1992 - 2000 |
| Security Manager | Macy's, Inc. | 1985 - 1992 |
| Gas Turbine Systems Electrician 2nd Class Petty Officer | United States Navy | 1981 - 1985 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | Licensed to practice | 2013 - Present |
| Vermont Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| American Legion | Member | 2006 - Present |
| New York State Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| Westchester County Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
| United States District Court for the Southern District of New York | Admitted to Practice | 2002 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York | Admitted to Practice | 2002 - Present |
| Connecticut | Licensed to practice | 2001 - Present |
| Columbian Police Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
| Eastchester Boy Scouts Troop 353 | Committee Member | 2007 - 2012 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | The National Data Registry (NDR) | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter | Drop That Phone! New Regulations for Cell Phone Violations | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | The Coram Nobis Proceeding - A "Do Over" For Client's With Buyer's Remorse - Page 13 | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Association Newsletter | Cross Examination of a Police Officer's Visual Estimation | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | Elements of the Move Over law for Emergency Vehicles | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | Hidden Cost of a Traffic Conviction - the Driver Responsibility Assessment | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | A New York State moving violation conviction can have administrative consequences for an out of state licensee | 2014 |
| Westchester County Bar Newsletter | DWI/DWAI: Reinstatement of a license after revocation not a sure thing | 2013 |
| Westchester Bar Journal | Cross Examination of a Police Officer's Visual Estimation in a speeding ticket trial | 2007 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute for Trial Advocacy | N/A | 2002 |
| Pace University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
| Mercy College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
| Eastchester High School | General | 1981 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney advertising and social media | AVVO and social media | 2014 |
| Career Day | Speak to middle schoolers about the practice of law | 2010 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| 5 point cell phone ticket | Dismissed from trial, Queens NY. |
| Hamburg, NY - Erie County. 4 point tail gaiting w/ accident reduced to a 0 point parking ticket | No points, or insurance increase! |
| Red Light Ticket, Brooklyn NY - Dismissed at trial! | Client to now make civilian complaint against the police officer. |
| Beacon City Court 5 point cell phone ticket dismissed on our oral application | No fines, points, or conviction! |
| Harrison Town Court Westchester County, NY - 6 point speeding reduced to a 0 point parking ticket | No points or insurance increases! |
Fantastic Lawyer and Firm
Posted by Bryan
Mon Jun 21 2021
Speeding ticket
Posted by Libby
Sat Jun 12 2021
Expensive, but worth it in the long run.
Posted by Joe
Thu Jun 10 2021
Your ticket out of trouble
Posted by anonymous
Tue Jun 08 2021
I highly recommend Mr. Palumbo!
Posted by anonymous
Tue Jun 08 2021
Phenomenal group of lawyers
Posted by Elan
Fri Jun 04 2021
Great service, beat my ticket
Posted by Benjamin
Thu Jun 03 2021
Great job in getting me "Zero" points!
Posted by anonymous
Wed Jun 02 2021
cops stopped me
Posted by anonymous
Fri May 28 2021
Tickets dismissed
Posted by Jennifer
Wed May 12 2021
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Attorney endorsements
(194)Thomas Mafrici, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 24, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mike often covers cases for me in the Westchester/Greater NYC area. I can count on Mike to make the right decisions while he is acting on my behalf. I strongly endorse this attorney.
Lawrence Newman, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jun 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I would not hesitate in hiring Michael. He is a straight shooter, a diligent advocate, and most importantly gets results. Michael cuts to the point, and does not waste time. He is part of a trusted network of fellow attorneys who choose to focus their practices on criminal defense and traffic matters. With his background and training he understands the system, and the game. He shares freely of his time and knowledge answering legal questions. His reputation and his word are solid!
Dorit Goikhman, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Nov 12, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a personal friend and fellow lawyer in the community. Michael is intelligent, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgable in his practice area. I refer anyone who asks me about a ticket to his office, and I would not hesitate to endorse him.
Colette Katz, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Feb 6, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a diligent attorney for whom understanding means acting, or volunteering his time and expertise. He's a lawyer whose judgment I trust.
R. Christopher Simons, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 1, 2019
Relationship: Other
He knows his traffic law and is demonstrated by his answers. I endorse him for Mamaroneck, NY
An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
Lorenzo Napolitano, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Mar 5, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding, dedicated traffic attorney. If you have a traffic ticket anywhere in the areas this firm handles, hire Mike! He will take care of the ticket from start to finish. I am an attorney that has handled thousands of traffic ticket and I refer clients to Mike outside of my geographic area all the time. I refer clients to Mike without hesitation as I know he will do his absolute best for the client. I don't think any attorney in New York State has handled more tickets than Mike has. He is passionate and knowledgeable in his field. I would highly recommend his services.
Robert Schuster, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Mar 2, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Palumbo is at the very top of the field of traffic ticket, auto crime defense, and transportation law. He has mastered of every aspect of obtaining the best possible results for his clients. His achievements in the restoration of revoked licenses are beyond what I have seen any other attorney obtain - and that is just one small aspect of his practice. Michael retains a deep and abiding interest in the evolution of the law and he is always working to improve his mastery of same. He has a quick and keen mind that he brings to bear in a variety of settings, including advising fellow attorneys and in his prolific writings. On top of all of this, he has a unique boldness which makes him a fierce adversary, setting him apart from his peers. A credit to the profession, he is the first choice in traffic, licensing, and transportation defense.
Mark Rowe, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 13, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
He is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and his clients sing his highest praises. Michael Palumbo aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him.
Jeannine Goche, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer for his high quality work and expertise. I strongly recommend him.
Donna Drumm, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
No one does Speeding & Traffic Tickets like Michael Palumbo. I refer all my friends and colleagues to Michael when they receive tickets particularly out of state. Michael exceeds expectations with the results he produces in reducing ticket fines, and points on licenses - he knows the law that well. Hire or refer Michael!
Walter Hnot,, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Palumbo is an expert in Traffic Law and a valuable contributor to the AVVO community.
Somair Alam, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Inna Rifman, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Dec 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is my pleasure to endorse Attorney Palumbo. He works tirelessly to achieve the best results for his clients and has an outstanding reputation in the legal community.
Gregory Stone, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Oct 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
He is one of the top attorneys in this field. His practice is one that attorneys should strive for.
Ava Zelenetsky, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Oct 15, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mike Palumbo is one of the smartest, hardest working, and toughest lawyers out there. He has turned traffic ticket representation in to a high level of litigation practice. Other lawyers settle quickly, but Mike and his firm will do everything in their power to get the best results for their clients, including motion practice and full litigation of the matter. He accepts nothing less than excellence and believes the client shouldn't expect any less than that either. If you have been issued a speeding or traffic ticket, don't wait, and call him today. He's my first referral for such matters.
Amir Soleimanian, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Joshua Bannister, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer for his extensive knowledge, experience, and contribution to the Avvo community.
Benjamin Goldman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Palumbo is a top DWI attorney.
Edward D'Agostino, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Feb 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
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