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Unlike many other attorneys at the law firm of Tilem & Associates we want to win your case because we love to win and hate to lose. We offer clients personal attention and have the skills and experience to make a difference in the outcome of your case. We offer free consultations so if you have a legal question or case give us a call.
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State: New York
Acquired: 1992
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Acquired: 1991
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Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Five stars for Peter Tilem and Associates
My dealings with Peter Tilem and is Associates was a pleasant experience, however the case that brought me to him was very unpleasant and unusua.l The case took place in Wallkill Criminal Court. Nonetheless due to his hard work and his experience as an attorney things turned out in my favor. Altho...
Posted by Tricia | January 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Firearms case
I am so thankful to God that I found Peter and Hillary! I was unaware that I could not fly out of NYC with my gun, and was arrested! Thanks to Peter and Hillary getting on top of it and giving me the best advice it is now settled with a great outcome. I couldn't be more pleased, not just with my c...
Posted by Dimitri | January 15, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
6-point speeding ticket reduced to a zero-point parking ticket!
I used Peter Tilem and Associates for representation in a speeding ticket case. I was driving in upstate NY at 80 mph in a 55 mph zone which carries 6 point penalty. They exceeded my expectations and reduced that speeding ticket to a zero-point parking violation! It was a smooth process and the s...
Posted by TJ | January 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Above and beyond the call of duty—FULL DISMISSAL
Mr. Tilem was courteous, hardworking, early to appointments, (yes) caring, and honest. His office always responded to my questions in a timely fashion. I had a case related to possession of a loaded magazine, with the number of rounds over the NY limit. The judge I was originally assigned to was...
Posted by Ira | April 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Peter Tilem
Peter Tilem is extremely professional. He cares about his clients and there issues. There has never been a time where he was unable to give the personalized service I required. He has always kept me up to date and informed . He has represented me in numerous cases and has always achieved a positi...
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter Tilem is a dedicated and professional attorney who provides his clients with excellent representation."
"I worked with Peter in the Manhattan District Attorney' Office and have seen him work in private practice. Peter is a no-nonsense and dedicated advocate who achieves favorable results for his clients. I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Peter Tilem is a very bright, aggressive and diligent lawyer. I haved watch him handle many difficult cases and get excellent results. I think he is an excellent lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work. Peter is one of the sharpest lawyers I know. He's great in the courtroom and knows the law. He likes to win cases."
"We have worked together on several major criminal cases, representing co-conspirators. He is knowledgeable, courteous and professional. In all of these cases he worked long hours to to ensure that his client received a fair trial and/or the best deal available. He was very cooperative and he helped my office with procedural questions that I had as I am not a full time defense lawyer. It was a pleasure working with Peter and I refer the majority of my criminal cases to his office. I would highly reccommend his office without reservation."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in the State of New York, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Northeast Lawyers, Arrive Magazine / AVVO
2010
Top Blog - Criminal Law, Criminology.net
2009
TOP CRIMINAL LAW BLOG, ATTORNEY.ORG
2001
Certificate of Appreciation, New York City Police Department - Police Academy Law Department
2001
Appreciation, New York City Police Department Organized Crime Control Bureau
2001
Certificate of Appreciation, Detective Endowment Association
1999
Certificate of Appreciation, New York City Police Department Police Accademy Law Department
2014 - Present
Owner, Tilem & Associates, PC
2011 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Pace University
2004 - Present
Senior Partner, Tilem & Campbell
2001 - 2004
Partner, Lenihan & Tilem
1991 - 2001
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, New York County
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationABA Advisory Panel
2009 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2009 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Second CircuitMember
2008 - Present
New York Criminal LawyersPresident
2004 - Present
Westchester County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
District Court Affirmed
Prosecutor permitted to subpoena divorce records
Article 78 Writ of Prohibition Denied
Defendant convicted of the Sale of 20 or more guns
Case dismissed
Case Dismissed. Record Sealed
Appelate Division of Sup. Court upheld Family Cour
All Charges Dismissed
1991
Juris Doctore
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
Moot Court Judge
2011
Moot Court Judge
2010
Moot Court Judge
2010
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Moot Court Judge
2009
Texting While Driving and Traffic Violations
2009
Firearms and weapons laws
2008
Criminal Defense
2008
CRIMINAL LAW
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