I have always enjoyed the practice of law, from the simple appearances in court to the arguments made before a jury. I have found my talent in being able to speak to people, to make them understand my side, to convince and persuade. I have combined this interest and talent into a practice that I am very proud of.
Practice areas
State Criminal Defense Federal Criminal Defense Criminal Litigation Appeals Trials Administrative Hearings Juvenile Delinquency Cases
18 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish
Law Office of Mahmoud R. Rabah, Esq.
118-35 Queens Blvd
Suite 1220
Forest Hills, NY, 11375
Law Office of Mahmoud R Rabah
832A Franklin Ave
Brooklyn, NY
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 2005 | 02/28/2021 |
Legal answers | 5 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo.com | 2015 |
Clients' Choice Award | Avvo.com | 2014 |
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Clients' Choice Award | Avvo.com | 2013 |
First Place in the Domenick L. Garielli Moot Court Competition | Albany Law School | 2003 |
Excellence in the Criminal Procedure Workshop | CALI | 2003 |
Excellence Award in Legal Writing | CALI | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Of Counsel | Law Office of Scott Brettschneider, PC | 2008 - 2011 |
Assistant District Attorney | Queens County District Attorney's Office | 2004 - 2008 |
Summer Associate | Deutsche Bank | 2003 - 2003 |
Intern | Honorable Louis B. York | 2002 - 2003 |
Intern | Honorable Martin Karopkin | 2002 - 2002 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Distinguished Counsel | Member | 2015 - Present |
National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2014 - Present |
New York State Defenders Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Queens County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
New York County Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
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Publication name | Title | Date |
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HG.org Global Legal Resources | Use of Defendant's Grand Jury Testimony at Trial in New York | 2014 |
New York Daily News | Queens man dies from wounds nearly two years after trying stop bar fight | 2014 |
New York Daily News | THUG'S COP-OUT | 2013 |
New York Post | Diner Defense | 2013 |
New York Times | Local Father Remembered as “Good Guy” | 2013 |
New York Law Journal | Law Students Are Making Federal Cases | 2004 |
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Brooklyn Law Review | Staff Editor & Articles Editor | 2004 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Brooklyn Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
City University of New York, Brooklyn College | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2001 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Eastern Michigan University Teach In | Demystifying The Grand Jury: A Look Into The Grand Jury Process and How It Failed in Death of Eric Garner | 2014 |
Brooklyn College Presidential Scholarship Ceremony | Importance of Legal Studies in Undergraduate Curriculum | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Acquittal in Attempted Murder Case | Not Guilty |
Firearm Suppressed in Queens Supreme Court | Evidence Suppressed |
Acquittal in Queens | Not Guilty |
Dismissal of Gun Charge | All charges dismissed |
Not Guilty of Rape in the First Degree | Not guilty of the top counts, sparing client of up to 25 years in jail |
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Neil Ruskin, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.I KNOW MAHMOUD FOR ABOUT TEN YEARS I HAVE SEEN HIM IN COURT ON MANY OCCASIONS MAHMOUD IS A VERY HARD WORKING ATTORNEY HE GETS GREAT RESULTS AND IS WELL RESPECTED BY HIS FELLOW ATTORNEYS AND THE JUDGES. HE IS EXCELLENT
Somair Alam, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I'm pleased to endorse Mr. Rabah. He is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer and a zealous advocate for his clients. A highly recommended attorney.
Lee Bergstein, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Mahmoud is exceptionally hard working and skilled. I endorse this lawyer.
Don Murray, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 2, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Rabah on many cases over the years and can say without hesitation that he is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer who not only works tirelessly for his clients, but who also treats his clients with the best of care and compassion.
James Galleshaw, Criminal defense Attorney on May 21, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Rabah is an excellent attorney who truly cares for his clients. He is very knowledgeable on the law and respected by the Prosecutor's and Judges.
Great attorney who works hard to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jason Russo, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.Mr.Rabah is a highly skilled criminal litigator.A strong advocate whose tireless effort for his clients yields excellent courtroom results. having worked both with and alongside him for years now I can honestly say he one of the brightest stars in the criminal courts today!
Zachary Reibstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I have known and worked with Mr. Rabah for over 8 years and can definitely state that he is an excellent attorney.
John Campo, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Rabah is an excellent trial attorney who routinely secures aquittals in high profile cases. He is always ready and willing to tackle the toughest legal challenges that would easily overwhelm the average lawyer. I strongly recommend Mr. Rabah and his office.
Adel Abrahim, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Rabah has extensive experience in a wide array of criminal matters. This, along with his confidence and unwavering commitment to his clients' best interests translate to Mr. Rabah being the "first choice" for criminal defense.
Florian Bruno, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Rabah and I worked together on the defense of a young foreigner who was unfairly accused of a most serious crime. He was able to convince the prosecutor of the client's innocence and the DA agreed to a dismissal. A rare outcome and only made possible by Mr Rabah's hard work. Highly recommended.
Roman Aminov, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mahmoud is a knowledgeable, hard working, and diligent attorney. My experiences with him have always been positive and I feel comfortable referring criminal defense clients to him.
Patrick Megaro, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mahmoud is a tenacious fighter in the courtroom. An excellent trial attorney who knows how to win cases and go toe-to-toe with the prosecution and hostile judges. A man not afraid of battle.
Deron Castro, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 29, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Having worked on cases with Mr. Rabah over the last few years, I have found him to be an outstanding criminal defense attorney who obtains the best possible results for his clients. He is a well prepared and skilled trial lawyer who is not afraid of handling and litigating tough cases.