Dennis Dowd - Lawyer in Forest Hills, NY

Dennis Francis Dowd

Criminal defense Attorney at Forest Hills, NY

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Dennis Dowd

Worry free process!

Contacted and eventually hired Mr. Dennis Dowd to help me with my DWI case in NY. Was on my way to relocate to a different state for a job offer when I made this careless mistake. After searching and contacting a number of lawyers in NY, I was fortunate enough to come across Dennis. After the preliminary phone call we scheduled a one on one meeting at his office. Since I was moving in a couple of weeks, I had to find someone who would really take my case and work on it. He was forward enough to tell me what my predicament was and the possible scenarios that could happen. Assured me that even though we'd be pretty much contacting one another either by email, text messages or phone call, that he'd reply to my queries (which he did within a reasonable time) and work for a resolution. Had to appear on court with him only once and he took care of the nitty gritty stuff after that. To cut the long story short, Mr Dowd was successful in reducing my offense to a misdemeanor. Would highly recommend him since he is a professional and a true gentleman who would as in my case work for his clients.

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Criminal defense

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DWI Violations, Probation and Parole Violations, Fraud, Abuse, White Collar, Drug Offenses, Wrongful Arrest, Burglary, Arson, Extortion, Drug Charges, Kidnapping, Homicide, and Traffic Violations.
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21 years

Dennis Francis Dowd is the son of an elementary school teacher and a former NYPD Detective. He is a graduate of Chaminade High School and attended Marist College on a partial scholarship. While at Marist he was a fly-half on the college's rugby team, a member of the student government, and wrote for the campus's newspaper. He graduated in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and a minor in Journalism After graduating, he entered Hofstra Law School.

Graduating in 2001, he began his legal career at the Wall Street law firm of Leahy and Johnson, P. C.. In 2002, he joined the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. During his nearly eight years, Dennis handled serious violent felonies as well as White Collar Crimes. During his tenure, he was promoted to Senior Assistant District Attorney and was assigned to the Narcotics, Major Crimes, and Insurance Fraud Bureaus. In 2009, he left to establish his own criminal defense practice.

Since 2009, Dennis has represented clients charged with homicide, attempted murder, and assault, as narcotics offenses and Driving While Intoxicated. He handles cases in federal and state courts in the five boroughs and Long Island.

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Licensed for 21 years

State NY

Status Currently Registered

Acquired 2002

Updated 11/17/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Dennis F. Dowd, Esq.

118-35 Queens Blvd

Suite 400

Forest Hills, NY, 11375

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Posted by Aven | October 20, 2019

Dennis Dowd

He worked very hard on my case to get the best results possible! Would recommend him any day to fight for you as well

Posted by Fidel | May 9, 2018

Worry free process!

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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2018

Client

As soon as I met Dennis, I knew he was the right Attorny. Very knowledgeable, understanding and approachable. He truly cares for his clients wellbeing and I was happy to have him on my side.

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2017

Outstanding Attorney

Dowd was able to bring my case to a quick and happy conclusion once I contacted him. Consummate professional with an outstanding understanding of law. Honest individual with an integrity that is rare in this field. I recommend him highly.

Posted by joe | October 25, 2017

dennis dowd

dennis is very fair priced and did the right thing for me. would recommend

Posted by Jonathan | March 10, 2017

Efficient, fast, trustworthy

I was in a tough situation dealing with a bench warrant I had out for my arrest. I failed to appear back in NY and currently living in LA. Therefor I had to contact someone I could trust through the web and make sure he just didn't want to take my money. Dennis was pretty much the opposite of that. He was honest from the beginning and went into detail about the probabilities of getting it resolved, showed confidence and good experience by the decisions made during the case. He worked quickly and efficiently to make sure my requests were fulfilled until I had no more questions. Finally case was resolved and I am out of the bind thanks to him! I would definitely recommend him to anyone I know! Thank you!

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Posted by Felix | August 12, 2016

Attorney Dennis Dowd's outstanding qualifications

Attorney Dennis Dowd is dedicated, loyal, trustworthy, and efficient. His defense presentation includes all the knowledge acquired while serving with the Suffolk County District Attorney's office for 7 years. He knows how the prosecutorial adversary thinks and reacts. Moreover, Mr. Dowd will insure that your constitutional rights are fully respected throughout the entire process of your case. Remember that the quality of counsel is a critical factor determining your case's presentation and its final outcome. Mr. Dowd's quality of counsel is of the highest caliber. This is based on his vast experience of the modern day criminal justice system and its impact on your case. Dennis Dowd protected all my rights and he will protect yours.

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Posted by Karen | August 6, 2016

he will never fail you

Dennis is loyal , trustworthy , honest any time I retain him I never had to worry . I would put my life in his had . He make himself totally available . Returns all call in a timely manor . His know the law inside out . And with that s very humble caring human .

Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2017

Reccomended

Dennis was professional and kind. He and another lawyer handled my case and they were both helpful. The process went on longer than anticipated but in the end they got me a deal which I thought was very fair.

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AVVO RATING 8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor
Vaughn College
2011 - Present

President
Law Office of Dennis F. Dowd
2009 - Present

Senior Assistant District Attorney
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
2002 - 2009

Education

Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001

Marist College
Bachelor of Arts
1998

Legal Cases

Narcotics Case
Not guilty on felony count, guilty on lesser charge and received a minor sentence.

Homicide
Not guilty on all counts

Associations

Kiwanis
Member
2012 - Present

Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick
Member
2009 - Present

Chaminade Alumni Lawyers Association
Member
2002 - Present

Queensboro BPO Elks 878
Member
1996 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Outstanding Prosecutor Award
Suffolk County District Attorney
2004

Publications

Suffolk Lawyer
"An American's View of the Irish System"
2007

Speaking Engagements

District Court Bureau CLE
4th Amendment & Search Seizure Issues in New York
2008

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Received (5)

Given (4)

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Glenn Kurtzrock

Criminal defense Attorney | May 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dennis is hard-working and very knowledgeable on the law. Any client would be lucky to have him as their attorney."

Somair Alam

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Dowd is an extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."