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Biography
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.
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.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
25 years
Landlord or Tenant
25%
Real Estate
25%
25 years
Litigation
10%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jay Russell Golland
(888) 717-7672
Fax
254 South Main St., Suite 500, New City, NY, 10956
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Jay Russell Golland's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Lucas | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience – Traffic Case Resolved Smoothly!
I hired Jay Golland to represent me on a 5 point school bus infraction and associated civil penalty from a school bus camera. He negotiated my traffic ticket down to fine and had the civil fine waived altogether, saving me points on my license and a hefty insurance increase. Throughout the proces...
Posted by Kristen | October 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
Jay represented me in court for a 6 point traffic violation. He was very responsive and guided me through every step of the process. He took all of the stress out of a very stressful situation. He carefully explained all potential outcomes of the court hearing. I was so thrilled when the outcome res...
Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
points reduction
Very please with the results. I got two traffic tickets in Suffern with 5 points on my license and Mr. Golland was able to negotiate a reduction in both of the charges. Each reduced to parking tickets. NO POINTS and NO MOVING VIOLATIONS in NY state. YAY!!!!
Posted by Shirley | October 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney!
Communicating with Mr. Golland was great. He listen and offered solutions. My situation was handled with minimum stress. Would highly recommend.
Posted by Joseph | December 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Review of Legal Services
Mr. Golland legal knowledge and excellent communication skills provided us with clear concise information through the buying and selling process . Friendly , Professional and always available we highly recommend Jay Golland and his legal expertise.
Jay Russell Golland's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
Honors
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Liberty Bell Award, Rockland County Bar Association
2019
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity Award, Federal Bureau of Investigation
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Prosecuting Attorney, Village of Montebello
1998 - 1999
Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation
1997 - 1997
Adjunct Professor, St. Thomas Aquinas College
1993 - 1998
Prosecuting Attorney, Rockland County Office of the District Attorney
Associations
2023 - Present
Rockland County Bar AssociationBoard of Managers
2021 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawMember
2008 - Present
New York State Defenders AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Rockland County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People of the State of New York v. Karen Lampert
Dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
Education
1993
George Washington University National Law Center
J.D.
1990
University of Delaware
B.S.A.S.
Speaking Engagements
2008
Criminal Justice Section Meeting
CrimCribs as a Tool for Criminal Attorneys
1995
Rockland County Police Academy
Search and Seizure
Publications
2008
Reference Sheet for Criminal Attorneys
CrimCribs
Languages
English
Activity
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