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James Martin Shalley

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Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Forest Hills, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

118-35 Queens Boulevard Suite 1220, Forest Hills, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

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Shalley & Murray

118-35 Queens Boulevard Suite 1220, Forest Hills, NY, 11375

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Posted by Paul | March 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best

Could not recommend Mr. Shalley enough for anyone looking for help in the court system. He handled a 4 year old case seamlessly for myself and wife with great attention and can't thank him enough. He answered every question/concern in detail and gave step by step what might/will happen in the case. ... Thanks again James!!!!

Posted by Joel | December 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend for NYC Pink Summons Defence

I received a Pink Summons violation (under penal code) with a short window to the scheduled arraignment date. Attorney James Shalley handled it expertly, resulting in the Judge dismissing the case and sealing the public record with no court fees or fines. It will not appear on future background ch...ecks. I found Attorney Shalley online. His website was unique in providing rich and clear legal and procedural explanations for people who received NYC Summons. I also liked his honest tone. He responded to me promptly over the weekend. After initial emails and conversations, I hired him using his simple online form. Later he was prepared and efficient in preparing my defense, requesting additional information, and calming my nerves prior to appearing for me. The NYC court system is disorganized, error prone and intimidating. I strongly recommend taking advantage of his expertise rather than going it alone.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Extremely Kind, Honest, Compassionate Lawyer

James Shalley is attentive, caring, and gives his all to his clients. He is extremely thorough and really helped me at a low point. I strongly recommend him to others! Thank you James Shalley!

Posted by H. J Hayes | April 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

He is God Sent

My 20 years old daughter visited New York for the first time in her life alone during a spring break and made a mistake of trespassing in an area that was prohibited. She was lost and didn't realized where she was going. She was charged with trespassing and was summoned for a court appearance. Howev...er, She lives in Seattle so It was not possible to make it to the court in time. Mr. Shalley helped her charge to be dismissed and took care of her case so that it won't show on her record. We are eternally grateful for his help and his kindness. We were very lucky to have found him. Thank you!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent attorney

Mr Shalley helped me a great deal in my case. I was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and Mr Shalley got my charge dropped to a disorderly conduct which is a violation and not a crime. This is not on my record thanks to Mr Shalley. 5 years later I needed some information with my case ...regarding immigration and Mr Shalley responded to my email and answered my questions in a very positive and timely manner. I would definitely recommend James Shalley as your attorney.

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