YOUR Rockland Attorney. I am here to help you professionally with all your legal needs.Arrested? Accused? My expericence and professionalism can help you through this difficult time.Are you owed money? Call me to discuss whether we can help you collect what you are owed.I handle many different areas of litigation. My experience and professionalism can help you.I will handle every aspect of your real estate transaction personally and professionally.Stay home! I can go to court for you and fight your ticket or get it reduced.
I am a solo practitioner with a general practice in Rockland County.
My areas of practice include Criminal Defense, Traffic Tickets, Debt Collection, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Landlord Tenant matters and more.
I started my legal career as a prosecutor at the Rockland County District Attorney's Office. As a Senior Assistant District Attorney, I gained experience handling a wide array of criminal matters, from petty offenses to serious felonies. I also supervised drug cases and was the ADA assigned to the Rockland County Narcotics Task Force.
I left the RCDA to become a Special Agent with the FBI, where I was awarded the Fidelity Bravery Integrity award. I investigated White Collar Crime in the New York City office.
In 1999, I entered private practice as a solo practitioner. I have over 11 years of experience handling many different areas of law.
I can bring Experience, Integrity and Advocacy to your case.
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254 South Main St.
Suite 500
New City, NY, 10956
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 1994 | 02/24/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Liberty Bell Award | Rockland County Bar Association | 2022 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity Award | Federal Bureau of Investigation | 1998 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Prosecuting Attorney | Village of Montebello | 2011 - Present |
Special Agent | Federal Bureau of Investigation | 1998 - 1999 |
Adjunct Professor | St. Thomas Aquinas College | 1997 - 1997 |
Prosecuting Attorney | Rockland County Office of the District Attorney | 1993 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New York State Association of Criminal Defense Law | Member | 2021 - Present |
New York State Defenders Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Rockland County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Reference Sheet for Criminal Attorneys | CrimCribs | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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George Washington University National Law Center | J.D. | 1993 |
University of Delaware | B.S.A.S. | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Criminal Justice Section Meeting | CrimCribs as a Tool for Criminal Attorneys | 2008 |
Rockland County Police Academy | Search and Seizure | 1995 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People of the State of New York v. Karen Lampert | Dismissed for lack of jurisdiction. |
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Reuven Epstein, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Aug 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Jay Golland. We have worked on a number of matters together and Jay is a very knowledgeable attorney who cares for his clients. He is an excellent attorney, I think so highly of him that I refer our L&T matters to him.
Jonathan Ripps, Unknown Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is without hesitation that I endorse Jay Golland. He is an extraordinary attorney that possesses vast knowledge on the areas he practices. I have worked with Jay on many cases, and he handles the majority of my real estate matters. He is a top-notch attorney, who communicates well, and is very influential in our legal community.
Reuven Epstein, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Aug 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Jay Golland. We have worked on a number of matters together and Jay is a very knowledgeable attorney who cares for his clients. He is an excellent attorney, I think so highly of him that I refer our L&T matters to him.
Jonathan Ripps, Unknown Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is without hesitation that I endorse Jay Golland. He is an extraordinary attorney that possesses vast knowledge on the areas he practices. I have worked with Jay on many cases, and he handles the majority of my real estate matters. He is a top-notch attorney, who communicates well, and is very influential in our legal community.
Paul Kahn, Litigation Attorney on May 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jay is an excellent litigator and well respected attorney. His knowledge of the law together with his ability to address the needs of the client is outstanding. I highly recommend him.
Ralph Heavner, Litigation Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jay has a great understanding of the law, its procedure and how to work hard for his client's interests and fairly negotiate a resolution of a matter with opposing counsel.
Lisa Kahn, Litigation Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jay Golland is an experienced, competent attorney. He is intelligent and can always be counted on to provide a thorough legal analysis of an issue. He also cares about his clients which is an important quality.
William Reddy, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jay is an attorney with a keen attention to detail and a strong moral compass, which ensures that all his clients receive his very best. He is a top practitioner with a great reputation.
Amanda Trigg, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse and regularly refer clients to Jay because he combines detailed knowledge of his area of law with true compassion, making him a true asset for any client in need of his services.
Peter Jameson, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.Jay is hands down one of the top attorneys in his field. His level of experience is unmatched and is what brings me to endorse Jay without question.
James Sexton, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jay is an excellent attorney. He is well respected by both the bench and bar. A tenacious advocate both in the Courtroom and at the negotiating table. I would recommend him highly with total confidence in his abilities and integrity.
Yvonne Garbett, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a dedicated professional committed to getting the best possible result for his clients. I have had cases against him when I was an assistant district attorney & he is not one of those attorneys that just accepts an easy plea- he fights for his clients! He holds the Prosecutor to their burden and gets great results for his clients. Mr. Golland is also well versed in civil litigation and I personally have recommended friends and family members to contact him for help!
Matisyahu Wolfberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jeffrey Adams, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jay has one of the finest reputations in his field. He is universally respected, a fine advocate and a caring person. Should the need arise, you will be in extremely capable hands.
Eric Zitofsky, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend my colleague, Jay Golland. I have had the pleasure of referring several matters to Jay over the years, (criminal defense, as well as real estate transactions--commercial and residential) and I have always received extremely positive feedback regarding his work. I have known Jay for many years and I can say, without hesitation, that Jay is very honest, smart, and performs his work with the utmost diligence.
Brian Berkowitz, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is my pleasure to provide this endorsement for Jay Golland, Esq. Having worked with and known Jay for many years, I have found him to be an excellent attorney with a unique insight for the many issues facing his clients. As a criminal defense attorney, Jay brings to his cases a lifetime of experience earned while working as a prosecutor and F.B.I. agent. Together with his many years of experience in criminal defense, Jay is an attorney who consistently exceeds his client’s expectations and is an extremely well respected member of the bar.
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