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Michael D. Litman
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Call me immediately for a free consultation if you are charged with a DWI or criminal offence. I will fight for you to get the charges reduced, or dismissed when possible. I am an experienced criminal & DWI defense attorney practicing in Westchester County as well as the NYC metro area, including the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Rockland, Putnam and Nassau Counties. I provide zealous representation for people charged with felony and misdemeanor offenses, including DWI/DUI, assault, larceny, weapon possession, drug crimes, robbery, burglary, identity theft, internet crimes, and sex crimes. Since I began practicing criminal defense in 2007, I have represented thousands of clients, and spent countless hours in court. I know how to negotiate with judges and prosecutors, and I am in constant contact with my clients so they know what to expect, and have a full understanding of their case.
I went to law school for the purpose of practicing in the criminal law field, doing internships in both prosecutorial and defense based offices. After law school I joined Nassau County Legal Aid Society, where I gained a lot of experience by being thrown in the fire of litigation shortly after my employment began. By the end of my three-and-a-half year tenure there, I was handling most of the felony DWI cases and felony DWI litigation for legal aid. After I left legal aid, I went to work in private practice, initially working with an immigration firm in Queens, representing all of the firm's clients in their criminal matters as well as immigration hearings in federal court.
I left the immigration law firm to join a small firm in Westchester County that handled criminal defense and personal injury. I handled all of the firm's criminal defense cases, appearing in local courts all around Westchester and Rockland, as well as the NYC metro area. I also handled a significant caseload of personal injury, civil rights and commercial litigation cases.
I left that firm after three years to start my own firm in July 2014, focusing on criminal and DWI/DUI defense. I fight hard for my clients' rights, and provide them with the attention their cases deserve. I am committed to making sure my clients have a full understanding of their case, as well as the ability to reach me anytime to ask questions or raise concerns. My focus is on getting the best possible result for my clients, and making sure my clients avoid the pitfalls of the criminal justice system.
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Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
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Law Office of Michael D. Litman
75 S. Broadway, Suite 403, White Plains, NY, 10601-4902
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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Mark | November 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent communication and representation!
I knew Michael Litman was the attorney for me from the first time I spoke with him over the phone, he took my call while he was away on vacation! After had already spoken with two other attorneys, I felt more comfortable with Michael handling my case. Michael Litman took my case in April of 2021 and ...
Posted by Laurence | March 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Michael Litman is a very competent attorney. His transactions with me were courteous, professional and above all I believed he was concerned for my situation and caring of my feelings. He was knowledgeable and knew his way around the complexities posed by the legal system. I would recommend him to...
Michael Litman
Replied last March 16, 2022Thank you for the great review Laurence. I was happy to be able to help you with your case. Stay safe and well.
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Attorney
Mr. Litman represented me in a criminal case. His dedication and hard work was only matched by his empathy for me. From the start he made me feel connected to an advocate. His support was very important to me. He was very knowledgeable about the entire legal process. He was also thorough in explainin...
Michael Litman
Replied last August 12, 2021Thank you! I'm happy that we could get a good resolution on the case.
Posted by Jose | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent Service
Mr. Litman is a very skilled, knowledgeable, and seasoned attorney. He worked on a DIU case for my teenage son and was able to get the best outcome under the circumstances. Mr. Litman was able to provide us with guidance on every step of the legal process and delivered all available options on ever...
Michael Litman
Replied last March 11, 2021Thank you for the great review Jose! I was happy that I could help your son and your family in resolving this case.
Posted by Mike | December 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Outstanding DUI Representation
Based on my recent experience with the legal system, I strongly recommend Mike Litman for legal representation. I was arrested for DUI, and after initial consultation with Mike, it was clear that I would be well represented for my first foray in the criminal legal system. Mike answered my many quest...
Michael Litman
Replied last December 14, 2020Thank you very much for the review Mike. I was happy to help you. Stay safe!
Michael D. Litman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike is an extremely talented lawyer. Mike is intelligent, hard-working and personable. Mike works hard to achieve the best possible result for his clients."
"I have worked closely with Michael on a number of matters and he is a great lawyer who knows the New York courts and gets great results for his clients. I give him my full endorsement to anyone seeking a criminal defense lawyer."
"Michael is a thorough, conscientious lawyer who takes the time to examine all of the issues surrounding his cases."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael Litman works hard for his clients, and gets great results. He really cares for his clients, and it shows in the passionate way that he advocates for them. If he is your lawyer, you are certainly in good hands."
"I have known Mr. Litman since a law student, and he has always been able to expertly handle matters for his and other attorneys' clients in a caring and efficient manner."
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Experience
Honors
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top Contributor - DUI & DWI, Avvo
2015
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2015
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2014
Top Contributor - Criminal Defense, Avvo
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Michael Litman PPLC
2011 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Law Office of Michael H. Joseph
2007 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Nassau County Legal Aid Society
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Saratoga County District Attorney's Office
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, Kavanagh Maloney & Osnato LLP
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern, Rensselaer County Public Defender
2004 - 2005
Legal Intern, Albany County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2019 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2015 - Present
Westchester County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. T.D.
Not guilty after trial
People v. S.A
Case dismissed and sealed for failure to prosecute.
People v. O.M.
Full dismissal of all charges
People v. A.A.
Acquittal of the misdemeanor DWI.
People v. G.D.
Dismissed and immediately sealed
People v. Billie R.
Trial Order of Dismissal granted - case dismissed!
People v. A.B.
ACD (Adjournment in Contemplation of Dismissal)
People v. Billie R.
Acquitted after trial
People v. B.A.
All charges Dismissed
People v. Jose C
Acquittal of all charges after a jury trial
People v. Kevin M.
Charge reduced to a violation.
People v. William R.
The DV case was dismissed and he was reinstated to probation.
People v. Daniel B.
Case dismissed
People v. Kris S.
ACD (Adjournment n Contemplation of Dismissal)
People v. Charles R.
All charges were dismissed by the Court.
People v. Thaddeus B.
All charges dismissed.
People v. Howard C.
Reduction from a D Felony to a sealed violation
People v. Richard C.
Client was acquitted of all charges
Education
2006
Albany Law School of Union University
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
State University of New York, Albany
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Law in Action
Criminal Defense Law
2018
Careers in Business Night
Legal business ownership
2012
BNI Network One
Personal Injury Litigation in NY
2012
BNI Network One
The Legal Consequences of a DWI in NY
Publications
2015
nycriminaldefenders.com
Serial Podcast from a Criminal Defense Attorney’s View
Languages
English
Activity
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