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Carlos Gonzalez
About Carlos
Biography
Award winning, superLawyer and National Trial Lawyers TOP 100 trial lawyers!
I have a varied personal background. I grew up in New York City and went to City University of New York, York College for Undergraduate and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law for my J.D.
Prior to Law School I worked in politics for various high profile individuals such as Hillary Clinton and Norman Siegel, to name a few. I also worked in the United Nations researching nuclear weapons for a period of time.
My practice is currently predominantly focussed in the area of criminal defense, Family Law, and civil law suits for violations of civil rights as a result of false arrests and police brutality.
I am FEDERALLY admitted in the State of Connecticut, as well as Eastern and Southern Districts of New York as well as admitted in New York State.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Federal Crime
30%
21 years | 25 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
21 years | 10,000 cases
Family
20%
21 years | 5,000 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
21 years | 750 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 375-500 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC
75 South Broadway, 4th Floor, White Plains, NY, 10601
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Carlos Gonzalez's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by John | May 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
False Advertising
This lawyer is a typical con artist. Talks only to make you feel good until he's paid. Never shows up to court. Brags a lot about his success. HE WILL NOT FIGHT FOR YOU. Gave nothing but wrong information. Highly recommend you avoid this person.
Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The wrost
Retained him over 4 yrs, paperwork never filed which could’ve avoid what is about to happen now. He’s never aware of the case unless I call him when I receive something in the mail, which as a Lawer he should know about it before I get it. Yet asks me if I received any paperwork especially after if ...
Posted by Becky Acosta | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Need an attorney
I hired Mr. Gonzalez for him to take out some money which we won on a law suit case and is being 7 years as of this time I can't get my money without him. He doesn't get back to me at all. Please can u help me
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lawyers endorsing other lawyers should be illegal
Hired lawyer for a simple case and nothing has been resolved. Is been more than a year. I could had safe my money and done it myself. Find another lawyer that will treat you with respect and break it down to you from A to Z. Mr. Gonzalez have no people skills and neglect your case if something fo...
Posted by Jacob | February 4, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
He’s great
He helped me through my situation with a teacher always yelling at me and he was very nice about the whole thing. He’s a grear guy over all. Thank you!
Carlos Gonzalez's Lawyer Endorsements
"I met Carlos when I served as a prosecutor in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office. Carlos represented a defendant on a case I supervised. Not only was Carlos a great advocate for his client, but there was never a moment where I questioned his integrity or honesty. Although we might have disagreed on issues, Carlos admirably represented his client and did so in a professional and assertive manner."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the pleasure of working with Attorney Gonzalez and am always impressed by his abilities. He is an attorney who cares about his clients."
"Mr. Gonzalez is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Carlos is dedicated to his clients and will work aggressively to protect you if you find yourself in trouble. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He fights hard for his clients."
"Mr. Gonzalez is a dedicated and experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carlos is a determined advocate for his clients and I would recommend him to anybody."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer.Based upon Mr. Gonzalez's numerous practical answers in the AVVO community I recommend him to those in his geographical area."
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"I have worked with Carlos on several matters. He has an extensive knowledge of the law and an uncanny ability to ease his clients even during the most dire of situations . I endorse this lawyer"
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"I endorse this lawyer. His knowledge of complex legal issues is extensive, based on his AVVO answers."
"Mr. Gonzalez has a wealth of knowledge about criminal defense in NY. He has definitely established himself as an expert who works extremely hard to protect the rights of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
superb rating, AVVO
2013
Gideon Committee Membership, Bronx County Bar Association
2012
New York Intellectual Property Lawyers Association, MEMBERSHIP
2012
Co-Chairperson of Gideon Committee defense, New York Criminal Bar Association
2012
Co-chair gideon defense project, Bronx County Bar Association
2012
Member, Federal Bar Association
2012
Member, Federal Bar Association
2011
Member, New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2009
Listed, Who's Who Legal
2003
Competitive Intership (Bet Tzedek), Manhattan Legal Services
N/A
JFK Award, UFT
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Senior partner, Gonzalez, Martindale & Gross P.C.
2006 - 2009
Senior Partner, Gonzalez Law Associates P.C.
2005 - 2006
Associate, Law Officess of Luis O. Diaz
2005 - 2005
Associate, Shearman & Sterling
2003 - 2004
Associate, Lawyers Committee On Nuclear Policy
2002 - 2003
Associate, Nypd Department Advocates Office
2002 - 2002
Associate, Brooklyn Legal Services
Associations
2012 - Present
Bronx County Bar AssociationCo-chair
2012 - Present
GARDCEO
2012 - Present
Intellectual Property Law Association
2011 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
Lawq&amember
2010 - Present
Bronx Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
New York State Defenders AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Bronx County Bar Association, Family and Matrimonial CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
Connecticut federal barMember
2009 - Present
Bronx County Bar Association, Criminal Court CommitteeMember
2007 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Queens County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Southern district of new YorkMember
2006 - Present
Eastern districtt of new yorkMember
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
New York County Lawyers' AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Man sues for false arrest afte 17 months in jail...
Federal CivilRights matter filed
Major Footbal Star charged with Rape...
open
Father arrested and held wrongfully in order to question him on son...
Suit filed...
Mentally Ill womans children taken away...
Children returned home
Stamford police officer expses himself to local women
Open
Biggest drug bust in Westchest Co. history
sentenced to time served (6 months)
Media jewelry Heist
No prison time
Client charged with possession of 120 kilos of cocaine
Dismissed
$500,000,000 drug case in Federal Court
candidate for city council accused of punching his rival
Victim of crime charged criminally
case dismissed
Education
2012
City University of New York
certificate
2004
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
York College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Trespass Defense
False Arrest
2010
NYCLA Conference
Summons'
2010
Connecticut police officer arrested for showing genitalia to women
Representing woman suing police department
N/A
Gideon Committee Defense project
defending the 18b Panel
N/A
Free Consultations
Criminal Law. Family Law, Civil Rights
Publications
2014
New Haven Register
Major civil rights case filed...
2013
2012
web
creator
2011
Fox News
French tv
2011
web
Attorney Profile
2011
2011
huffington post
Wesley-Rosa Arraignemtn
2011
New York Times
NY Times wesley rosa case
2010
Ny court dismisses weapons possession
Ny court dismisses weapons possession
2009
Need for Health Care Proxy
need for Health Care Proxy
2009
Gonzalez Law Associatess Blog
First Offense, need for an attorney on your first offense
2009
Gonzalez Law Associates Blog
International Criminal Court, a need for teeth
2009
Gonzalez Law Associates Blog
Justice, truth & recidivism
2003
First Committee Monitor
Nuclear Non-proliferation
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Need a Layer for early release from probation
30 Aug 2019
Q&A
I received a letter from Michael Ira Asen P.C. to collect $225 for a civil demand, should I pay it?
30 Aug 2019
Q&A
How do I do a Doing Business As (DBA) filing in New York City?
06 Aug 2019
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Complaining witnesses
13 Feb 2010
Legal Guide
What is an arraignment?
13 Feb 2010
Legal Guide
How to repair your credit?
13 Feb 2010