Michael Dreishpoon

Michael Dreishpoon

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 35 years

Car accident Lawyer at Forest Hills, NY
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

11835 Queens Blvd Ste 1500, Forest Hills, NY

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

33 years

30%
DUI and DWI 15%

36 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Dreishpoon

11835 Queens Blvd Ste 1500, Forest Hills, NY, 11375-7252

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Michael Dreishpoon's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

175 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 59 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Krishna | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best

My experience with Mr.Drishpoon was outstanding he is respectful operated quickly and professionally to resolve my situation. I was a little hesitant at first communicating with Mr.Drishpoon he has a direct approach but I guess that's how good lawyers are. He stood with me and made sure I understand ...everything that was happening even when he had to explain things two times or three times and he would not get upset for repeating himself. Since my case was making me face deportation. He took the time to listen to me. Get to know me a little and relize that I'm not such a bad person. I just made it stupid mistake. And he was able to convince the prosecutor that let me play to a less a charge. That would not affect my immigration status. For me money well spent. And hey he give me a hug at the end of my trial A lot of Lawyers out there would not do that.So that speaks a lot about his character. If would recommend him YES!

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing attorney!

We hired Mr. Michael to defend my father was a accuse of committing a crime. Mr. Dreishpoon explained us everything in our first meeting, very professional. Price for services very reasonable. He moved very quickly and gave us answers instantly. His was excellent in our case. And we are very gratefu...l for his patience and dedication. For those who are reading this comment: my father's case was very traumatic, emotional drained and delicate one, but Mr. Michel listened and found a solution to it. Thanks to him we had a positive outcome. And I want you to know that Mr. Michel will give you immediate answers and find the best settlement options that can apply and help your case. The communication is easy and direct, bluntly, straight to the point. I would highly recommend him 100%. "I Knew I was right when I choose him".

Posted by Sharee | October 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best criminal lawyer

Michael Dreishpoon is a wonderful lawyer I retain him for my son in a criminal matter which he's still working on my son case he's very supportive and straight forward and I know he's going to present my son with the best decision he needs to make... Thank you Michael

Posted by Emmanuel | December 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Damn Good Job!

Michael represented me in a frame up DV case and he did an excellent job. He believed me and confronted DAs office with the truth and the case was dropped and dismissed. Michael is honest and a good listener. I will recommend him any day

Posted by Gabe | June 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

4 Felonies & A Misdemeanor

I was facing a battery of felony charges, ranging from class B to E, as well as a class A misdemeanor, that may have resulted in significant prison time, with mandatory minimums. The Queens Legal Aid (public defender) had deemed my situation "shocking". I had been unable to sleep for more than 3 ho...urs every 4th day and my eyes were perpetually sandy due to conjunctivitis. Despite my severe disorientation, Michael was able to gather all relative information to support my defense. My friends & family suggested I attempt to tackle my case using the public defender, which, despite their best intentions, would have resulted in 6 or more court appearances and possible felony convictions. Thanks to Michael’s efforts, my case was dismissed at the 1st judicial conference following my arraignment. His consultation and support following the case allowed me to move forward with life with newfound confidence that my old life will not come back to haunt me again. I wish I could say I would use his services again, however my situation was hopefully, a once-in-a-lifetime ordeal. If you or a loved one needs legal defense and is not interested in spending days or years in court or prison, I strongly suggest that you contact the Law Offices of Michael Dreishpoon.

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Michael Dreishpoon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Neil Ruskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I KNOW MICHAEL FOR ABOUT TEN YEARS . MICHAEL IS AN EXCELLENT LAWYER WHO WORKS VERY HARD FOR HIS CLIENTS AND GETS GREAT RESULTS MICHEAL IS A REAL PROFESSIONAL MICHAEL IS WELL KNOW AND WELL RESPECTED IN THE LEGAL COMMUNITY"

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Shahab Ghalambor

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an outstanding lawyer, who goes out of his way to ensure that his clients are satisfied from start to finish. I wholeheartedly recommend him for any matters relating to personal injury, and look forward to working with him for years to come."

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Mary Katherine Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Dreishpoon is a credit to the profession! He is responsive, knowledgeable and dedicated to his clients. I have referred clients to him and consulted him on my own clients' cases--each time with excellent results. I highly endorse him."

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Jeffrey Zimel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Mr "Spoon" since college. He possesses all of the character traits of an exceptional attorney - smart, caring, persuasive, and dependable. He is uncommonly accessible to his clients and communicates with them in a straightforward manner. I am a criminal defense attorney in California and am impressed by Mr Dreishpoon's commitment to his clients. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer's work."

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Anthony Mayol

Personal injury lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work, his integrity, and his commitment to his clients."

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Robert Lucks

Personal injury lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Michael Dreishpoon for twenty years and I can endorse this lawyer without any hesitation. Mr. Dreishpoon works tirelessly on behalf of his clients, acting zealously in the pursuit of the best possible outcome for each and every client. He is smart, experienced and practices law with the highest level of ethics and integrity."

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Douglas Scheinman

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a tireless and dedicated attorney. Without exception, all referral to Mr. Dreishpoon have been met with positive results."

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Neil Ruskin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shahab Ghalambor

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Douglas Viviani

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Jeffrey Zimel

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Robert Lucks

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2008

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2007

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2006

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2005

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2004

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2003

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2002

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2002

Leadership and Achievement, Strathmore's Who's Who

2001

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

2000

Adjunct Faculty Member, Hofstra University School of Law

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Hofstra Law School

1993 - 2003

Partner, Scheich, Goldsmith & Dreishpoon, P.C.

1990 - 1993

Staff Attorney, The Legal Aid Society of New York

Associations

2011 - Present

Queens County Bar Association - Grievance Committee

Board Member

2008 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1993 - Present

Queens County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sexton v. Flemming and Ford Motor Credit

Settled for 3.2 million at a pre-trial mediation.

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Education

1990

Hofstra University School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1987

UCLA

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

St. John's Law School Presentation

Personal Injury Law

1993

College Criminal Seminar

Criminal Law

Languages

Spanish

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