James Hal Medows

James Hal Medows

also known as New York's Traffic Lawyer

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

306 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 90%

20 years | 5,000 cases

90%
Criminal Defense 10%

20 years | 3,500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of James Medows

306 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11201-5125

The Law Office of James Medows

28 Lotus St., Cedarhurst, NY, 11516

James Medows , Esq.

176 Jefferson Street, Staten Island, NY, 10304

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James Hal Medows's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

341 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 31 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by K | February 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Peace of mind, regardless of outcome.

I received an improper turn ticket two and a half years ago and James was extremely upfront and efficient walking me through my chances of beating this ticket as well as the downsides of still having both points and ticket costs if I lost. I was impressed with how he always kept me in the loop on... this ticket for almost 3 years without me ever needing to intervene. This allowed me to fight the ticket to the very end without any impact on my stress levels or bandwidth. I was so used to his communications that I didn't even realize when he was trying to tell me I won my case! You can't completely control these outcomes, but what you can control is peace of mind in how these cases are handled and who you work with. Not once during did I ever feel like I was forgotten or uncertain with what I should be doing. Without hesitation, I would recommend James Medows to anyone for traffic-related needs.

Posted by Vakhtang | January 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Simply the best. 10 stars

I have been represented by numerous lawyers before but Mr Medows is by far the best out there. He just had my two tickets dismissed in the toughest court there is, in Staten Island. Zero points. Unbelievable. He is simply the best. Highly recommend. Extremely talented and knowledgeable. 10 stars, ...not five. If u ever get a ticket, please don't waste ur time with other lawyers. Please call Mr Medows. He literally saved my license today. Thank you sir!!! I am ecstatic right now and overwhelmed with joy. Amazing.

Posted by Patrick | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Case Dismissed

I contacted James Meadows after searching online for a lawyer that specializes in traffic infractions. Having received two tickets in Brooklyn, which would have amounted to 5 points and fines. After speaking with James his office reached out and assured me, they would handle everything. I didn't have... to appear in court and James got both tickets dismissed several months before the scheduled appearance date. I highly recommend his office. Thank you, James.

Posted by umid | November 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Magician

If you are looking for best traffic lawyer in NYC, LOOK NO FURTHER. You have found it. I was issued two violations for the same occurrence in Brooklyn, I would get 5 points if found guilty. Although I thought I was innocent I did not dare to go to court myself because 1. it's almost impossible to... win in NYC traffic courts, 2. when it's your word against cop's word who do you think judge gonna side with. I heard countless stories about the traffic lawyers from my friends and almost all of them lost. Those few who won were lucky because cop didn't show up for court hearing and judge dismissed the case. I found referral for James Medows online and that's one of the reasons I'm writing this as someone may read and get help. That person said that he tried countless lawyers in NYC and could recommend Mr. Medows only. I sent him message through his site, immediately he called me back. He's fast talker, straight to the point, zero BS, values your and his time. He said he'll try to beat the tickets but there's no guarantee. He said how much it's gonna cost and I paid online. Although he was more pricey than regular traffic lawyers he is WORTH every cent, and MUCH, MUCH more. And I paid one fee only because both tickets were issued by the same cop. Mr. Medows postponed the case once, called me few days before the court hearing to discuss the strategy and on next date he beat both tickets. He DID it!!! I would have spent thousands in fines and increased insurance premiums and talk about the headache dealing with consequences. And I didn't have to appear in the court which saved me money too. When you go out to dine you wanna food cooked by someone who knows what he is doing, same thing about any other service. Now let me tell you one thing – this is the lawyer that knows what he is doing. Simply the best.

Posted by Sammi | June 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

NEVER make an illegal turn in NYC

I have recommended Mr. Meadows to all of my friends and am now recommending him to all of Avvo. Several years ago, I received two traffic tickets in NYC. After reading his reviews, I contacted Mr. Meadows and he immediately responded. He explained, as I was aware, that NYC will not negotiate traffic ...tickets, but agreed to attempt to have them dismissed. He appeared on my behalf for several court dates and had them postponed. He kept me informed on the status of each court date. On the final date a few months ago, one of the tickets with 2 points was dismissed and I was fined approximately $150 for the other with 0 points. The fine and Mr. Meadows’ reasonable fee, of which he refunded approximately $50, were an absolute bargain! Without Mr. Meadows help dismissing the one ticket, I would have paid thousands more over the next few years for the second fine, government surcharges and insurance premiums. If you are as desperate as I was, call him! If anyone can have your ticket dismissed, he can. (And NEVER make an illegal turn in NYC.)

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James Hal Medows's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacob Uriel

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James is a fantastic lawyer. Ive seen him outperform many other lawyers in the courtroom. I often send clients to him in areas outside of my scope because I trust him with my own clients."

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McCarthy Hawkins

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is the best attorney in NYC for Speeding and Traffic Ticket. I recommend him to all of my clients. James always get the best results."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend his for future services."

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Svetlana Prizant

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is a professional and an excellent attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to a client."

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Kevin McKie

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend James Hal Medows to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Mark Rowe

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James Hal Medows aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. He is thorough, detail-orientated, and works tirelessly to protect his clients rights. I highly recommend him."

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Paul Villanueva

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sharp. Very knowledgeable and helpful. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Anderson

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James Hal Medows is a lawyer with boundless energy and great integrity. You can't go wrong with him defending you."

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Colette Katz

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is hard-working, client-centered and diligent."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Kaveh Noorishad

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is a talented litigator who works extremely hard for his clients and gets terrific results. If you are in need of a great attorney, look no further. I endorse him without reservation."

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Aron Rattner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Meadows has style and class and he is an awesome lawyer. I know first hand that he cares for his clients. His help goes beyond criminal defense. He goes the extra mile to do whats best for his clients."

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Victor Bernace

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Medows is the type of quick talking sharp NYC lawyer you need on your side when fighting your case. From my phone consultations with him, I've found him to be straight forward and to the point -- a refreshing characteristics compared to long winded lawyers who talk a lot and never get to the point."

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Neil Ruskin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Karen Charrington

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James Medows without reservation. He is a reliable and knowledgeable attorney."

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Michael Farkas

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Medows for many years, at all levels of the criminal court system, and I have observed him to be a highly conscientious, dedicated, and skillful practitioner. In addition to having a strong command of the legal issues facing all manner of criminal cases, he sincerely cares about his clients and he goes the extra mile for them. These are indispensable traits that every client should demand."

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Allison Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

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"I highly endorse this attorney. Not only does he run a highly successful law practice, Mr. Medows volunteers his free time to answer questions on AVVO. The answers are always insightful and accurate. This lawyer KNOWS the law! I would never hesitate recommending a client to Mr. Medows."

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Irene Vaisman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raymond Grimes

Civil rights lawyer | Oct 14

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Medows is a distinguished well respected attorney in the community. He is a powerful advocate for his clients."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Medows is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

A+, BBB

2015

Client's Choice 2015, AVVO

2015

A+, BBB

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Client's Choice 2014, AVVO

2014

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2013

Featured Attorney DUI, AVVO

2013

Top Contributor, AVVO

2007

Admission to Practice, Admitted

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Principal/Founder, Law Office of James Medows

2004 - 2004

Intern, Kings County D.A.

2003 - 2003

Intern, Hon. Martin Shulman

Associations

2007 - Present

Eastern District New York

Admitted

2007 - Present

Southern District New York

Admitted

2006 - Present

Kings County Criminal Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Krainert

Probation

People v. Souid

Community Service

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Education

2005

Howard University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

New York University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Website Arraignment

Publications

2014

Medows Blog Medows Blog

Languages

English

Activity

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