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Biography:
Scott began his legal career as an intern in the Major Offense Prosecution Bureau of the Legal Aid Society's Brooklyn Office in 2001. He regularly tries criminal and civil rights cases throughout New York City winning numerous jury verdicts. Scott is a tireless advocate having handled some high profile criminal cases and he has an extensive amount of litigation experience, including: a recent jury verdict in federal court on a police brutality claim (Garcia v. Cabello, 11CV2284-EDNY); arguing various appeals, including a homicide, before the appellate division; cross examining state expert in felony DWI case (minutes now used in training class for prosecutors); and obtaining favorable results in numerous other civil and criminal cases in federal and state courts. Panelist: "Can Justice Be Had: Vehicular Homicide Symposium," Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, New York, NY, 2009. Scott enjoys an excellent reputation among the bench and bar owing to years of competent and ethical advocacy on behalf of his clients.
Reported Cases:
Semenov v. Semenov, 98 AD3d 962 (2d Dept, 2012); Mack v. Brown, 82 AD3d 133 (2d Dept, 2011); People v. Borgella, 2009 NY Slip Op 51226(U), 24 Misc 3d 1202(A), (Crim Ct, Kings Cty, 2009); People v. Rodriguez, 19 1128(A), 866 N.Y.S.2d 94 (Crim Ct, Kings Cty, 2008); People ex rel. Cerbin ex rel. Montes v. Warden, 43 A.D.3d 415 (2d Dept, 2007); Castleton Holding Corp. v. Forde, 15 1111(A), 839 N.Y.S.2d 432 (Sup Ct, Kings Cty, 2007).
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Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
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16 Court Street,, Suite 2901, Brooklyn, NY, 11241
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Posted by Duane | December 31, 2014 | Administrative Law
Scott is the man!!!
Man o man!!! My sister, who is a lawyer herself, managed to employ Scott for me while I was in the bookings. I got out the bookings as the LAST case to be heard. He gets it done. Being patient is key, Scott was able to work out a deal that saved my job, and cost me no time w/o my license. In addition...
Scott Glen Cerbin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. He is experienced, skilled, and talented. He has unrivaled trial experience, and is an overall great attorney."
"Scott is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. He is highly regarded in his field."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled Criminal Defense Attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cerbin is a true trial attorney. He is experienced, he wins excellent results for his clients, he knows how to negotiate, and he is not afraid to litigate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an excellent , dedicated , hardworking lawyer that gets terrific results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. A very respected lawyer in the community."
"Scott Cerbin is a spectacular criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I don't drink and drive but if I did this guy would be on speed dial... Confident, smart and knows the prosecutors, the law and the Courts"
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott has a stellar reputation in the community. I have known him to be a trustworthy and zealous advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer.He is highly experienced, knowledgable, and concerned about his clients."
"I have worked with Scott on many matters and every time I have witnessed him at trial, he has been able to get an acquittal for his client."
"I highly endorse Scott Cerbin as a Criminal Defense and a Civil Rights attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2003 - 2005
, Sullivan & Cromwell, LLP
2001 - 2002
, Legal Aid Society
Associations
2010 - Present
Catholic Lawyers GuildMember
2006 - Present
Kings County Criminal Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2003 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v Peart
Not Guilty all charges
People v. Foreman
Not guilty
People v Neagle - NOT GUILTY
NOT GUILTY
People v Holland
Gun suppressed
People v Ortiz
Not Guilty all charges
People v Hale
Not Guilty on top charge
People v Martinez-Romero
Not Guilty all charges
People v Coffman
Not Guilty all charges
People v Arjoon
Not guilty all charges
People v. Hernandez
Jury verdict - not guilty all charges
People v. Rodriguez
Dismissed
People v. Hall
Jury verdict : not guilty of DWI.
Garcia v. The City of New York and Albert Cabello
Jury verdict for my client $50,000 plus attorneys fees
Semenov v. Semenov
Affirmed
People v. Pineiro
Jury verdict - not guilty all criminal charges - guilty of red light
USA v. Vasilyev
All charges dismissed.
USA v. Bass
Time served of 4 days.
People v. Roman
Jury verdict - not guilty all counts
People v. Folstein
Judge's verdict - not guilty
People v. Cales
Jury verdict - not guilty all counts
Education
2002
Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Audrey Cohen College
BPS
Speaking Engagements
2009
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law - New York
Panelist: "Can Justice Be Had?" Vehicular Homicide Symposium
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Misdemanor?
21 Dec 2017
Q&A
DMV a year suspension of my license vs. 90 day suspension and a current conditional license.
29 Nov 2017
Q&A
Got a pink summons for 221.05 in October for a Upm.Got Arrested back in february received a acod.
30 Nov 2017