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Benjamin Ari Greenwald
also known as Law Firm of Benjamin Greenwald, NY Criminal Defense Attorney
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Biography
The Law Office of Benjamin Greenwald is a full-service law firm. For the past twenty years Benjamin Greenwald, has represented clients throughout the state in matters of criminal law. Whether you are charged witha misdemeanor, a felony, an appeal, or a parole hearing, Benjamin Greenwald will bring the experience, expertise, and attention to your case that you deserve.
Problems with the law? The Law office of Benjamin Greenwald specializes in Criminal law and is located in Middletown, NY. We service the New York Counties of: Orange County, Sullivan County and Rockland County. We will help you get the justice you deserve in your criminal case.
A proven track record of getting clients the best possible results, and over a decade of experience.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
25 years
Drug Crime
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Violent Crime
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 24 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law office of Benjamin Greenwald
(845) 913-9246
Fax
(845) 218-7860
Mobile
210 E Main St, Ste 301, Middletown, NY, 10940
greenwaldfirm.comOnline Presence
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Benjamin Ari Greenwald's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Help with a complicated DUI case
I had a rough year and ended up getting two DUIs in two different states (PA & NY). Ben helped me navigate the complexities of all of that and ended up helping me get my case in NY dismissed! Would definitely recommend Ben to anyone working through a difficult case.
Posted by Matthew | March 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
I was facing a DWI with a refusal violation. Mr. Greenwald not only won my refusal hearing, which allowed me to keep driving. He also convinced the DA to bring the charge down to a disorderly conduct with an open container violation . This honestly was the best possible outcome for my case. He commun...
Posted by James | January 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Was facing 15 yrs
I highly recommend this lawyer I was from Binghamton NY broome county my first offer was 15 yrs after hiring Mr Greenwald I was given a misdemeanor with time served in Sullivan county of all places one of the roughest and toughest counties to be tried in all of New York state....his accolades definit...
Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Case
Consistent lawyer got my case handled in a middle of a pandemic highly recommended
Posted by Chris | August 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best in NY state
Mr. Greenwald has the best "can do" ethic. He is resourceful and knowledgeable in every aspect of law.. He made me feel comfortable and confident of the results I needed. He is the most honest attorney I have met, and that's makes him the best out there.
Benjamin Ari Greenwald's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ben is an excellent attorney who zealously and effectively represents his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional Attorney with a great understanding of the Law. I always call on him for professional tips and legal advise on complex matters that i am handling. He is one of the best legal minds in this area and i would highly recommend this Attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Greenwald for several years now and can wholeheartedly say that he is an attorney with a very strong grasp of the law, a strong advocate for his clients and he absolutely goes above and beyond for his clients to ensure he gets them the best result. Great lawyer, great guy."
Michael Fakhoury
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Law Office Of Benjamin Greenwald
2000 - 2010
Senior Trial Attorney, Greenwald Law Offices
1997 - 2000
Internship, Mental Hygiene Legal Services
Associations
2010 - Present
Federal Second Circuit Court of AppealsMember
2004 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New YorkMember
2003 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of New YorkMember
2003 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of New YorkMember
2001 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of New YorkMember
New York State Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DWI
Case dismissed after hearing
Orange County: Sexual Abuse
Case was dismissed.
Orange County: DWI
Case went to trial and was dismissed.
Orange County: Rape and Incest
Client received only probation.
Ulster County: Vehicular Manslaughter
Got client youthful offender status, 6 months in jail and probation.
Federal Court: Theft
Client received straight probation
Ulster County: Criminal Possession of Marijuana 1st
Case dismissed.
Orange County: Gang Assault 2nd
Client plead guilty to a violation only - no jail, probation or record.
Dutchess County: Money Laundering
Case dismissed on first appearance.
Orange County: Auto Racing
Reduced to a speeding ticket.
Orange County: Violation of Order of Protection
Got parole violation dismissed and client was home in time to celebrate their child's birthday.
Sullivan County: Arson
Got client probation.
Orange County: Sexual Abuse
Case was dismissed.
Orange County: Kidnapping
Client was released and all charges were dismissed.
New York: Sentence Appeal
Successfully got the Appellate court to reduce sentence to less than half the original.
Orange County D.W.I.
Client received probation.
Rockland County: Making a False Report
Client found not guilty.
Appeal Writ of Habeas Corpus
Client was released from having to serve parole. Also got the state to pay all attorney fees for the appeal.
Federal Court: Child Pornography
Client plead to a sentence far below minimum sentencing guidelines.
Orange County: Drug Felony
Client plead to only disorderly conduct.
Orange County: Drug Possession
Plead to only disorderly conduct.
Education
2000
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Curry College, Milton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
New York State Defenders Association
Less is More...A Whole New World of Parole Revocation-CLE Attended
2020
Lawline
Ethical Online Marketing - CLE attended
2020
Lawline
Canna-Business as usual? Marijuana in the Workplace - CLE Attended
2020
Lawline
Overview of the Federal Criminal Appellate Process-CLE Attended
2019
Lawline
Guidelines for Using Social Media and your Spouses ESI- CLE Attended
2010
New Visions
Criminal Law
2009
New Visions
Criminal Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
First speeding ticket, 57 in a 45, will they reduce it to a parking ticket?
15 Nov 2010
Q&A
If someone was arrested by the feds where are they likely to take them. How do I find someone that was arrested by the feds?
28 Oct 2010
Q&A
Unlicensed operator 509-1 violation in Westchester County, NY
19 Oct 2010