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S. Michael Musa-Obregon
About S. Michael
Biography
S. Michael Musa-Obregon and the lawyers in his firm has over 75 years of combined experience representing clients in the New York area with both federal and state criminal defense related matters. Have you been arrested for a crime such as a DWI, theft crime, sex crime or any other criminal offense related matter? Contact criminal defense attorney, Shauky Musa-Obregon today.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
55%
36 years
Immigration
45%
37 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Musa-Obregon & Associates
55-21 69th St, 2nd Fl, Maspeth, NY, 11378-1806
Law Offices of S. Michael Musa-Obregon
757 Third Avenue, 20th Floor, New York, NY, 10016
Law Offices of S. Michael Musa-Obregon
199 Main Street, Suite 301, White Plains, NY, 10601
Law Offices of S. Michael Musa-Obregon
263 N. Main Street, Second Fl., Spring Valley, NY, 10970
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Showing 6 - 10 of 18 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Theda | March 26, 2012
Good job
Michael Musa-Obregon is the most knowledgeable, kind and caring attorney I ever had the pleasure to work with. His determination and loyalty to clients surpasses anyone I've ever worked with. Whether it's the afternoon or 4 in the morning, attorney Musa-Obregon will answer his phone to help get your ...
Posted by eloise | March 20, 2012
Pretty stoked
Michael Musa-Obregon saved my life. When my family was against me and didn't want to help me he took my case and the reason I'm out of Riker's Island today is because of him. My ex pressed charges and I thought I was going to jail for three years before I talked to Mike. Mike showed she was lying abo...
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2012
Good attorney
I highly recommend Michael and his law firm for any immigration related issues as well as criminal defense.
Posted by Fallon | February 03, 2012
Ideal attorney
Mr. Obregon epitomizes the ideal criminal defense attorney. He is a knowledgeable and zealous advocate on behalf of his clients. his reputation for honesty in the legal community is impeccable. I have known him for over 5 years and would highly recommend
Posted by bigtoothgary | December 22, 2011
Someone you can count on
Michael has a lot of experience in criminal defense cases and is very passionate about what he does. His commitment really shows through his work. He was very helpful and thorough. I felt comfortable working with him because he was honest, dependable and always kept me well-informed about the progres...
S. Michael Musa-Obregon's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Best immigration attorney !"
"Michael is a top-notch immigration attorney. A zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."
"Michael is an expert in the field of criminal law and immigration defense. He is a brilliant lawyer. I highly recommend him and his firm."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is one of the finest attorneys I have had the pleasure to know for the past eight years. Michael, a former ADA, is a highly skilled attorney with extensive trial experience who forcefully articulates and champions relentlessly his client’s needs and welfare. He has broad experience in immigration, criminal defense and divorce cases. Michael’s communication skills with clients and opposing counsel are superior. He is well respected in the legal community for his skills and tenacity by fellow practitioners. He is supportive of his clients’ emotional needs and sensitive to the legal impact of each case he oversees. Michael priority is to protect his clients’ best interests and will seek to resolve a case at the earliest opportunity without compromising his case. Without the slightest hesitation, I would recommend Michael Musa-Obregon."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known S. Michael Musa-Obregon since 2009. Whether it be criminal defense, immigration or any other civil matter, I have witnessesed him as an effective advocate for his clients"
"Michael knows his stuff. He is amiable, easy to deal with and above all, Micheal has the clients' utmost satisfaction as his primary goal."
"Mr. Musa-Obregon is one of the preeminent Immigration/Criminal practitioners in the country today. I have the honor to have known him for 5 years as a colleague and mentor. Not only is Mr. Musa-Obregon an excellent attorney with extensive experience in Criminal and Immigration Law; he is also dedicated to his clients and his cases. He is also a knowledgeable and eloquent trial attorney with exceptional skills. I endorse this widely respected member of the legal profession without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2010
SU BATALLA LEGAL, EL BATALLADOR LEGAL
2008
POLSKIE RADIO ON BEHALF OF THE NYC POLISH COMMUNITY, ADVOCATE OF THE DECADE
1993
LAWYER OF THE YEAR, COLLEAGUES AT THE QUEENS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
Work Experience
1991 - 1993
Assistant District Attorney, Queens County District Attorney's Office
1990 - 1991
Clerk, U.S. District Judge Clifford S. Greene
Associations
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
"RESULTS OF VARIOUS CRIMINAL CASES"
ACQUITALS, NOT GUILTY
Education
1991
University of Pennsylvania Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Georgetown University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Immigration & Criminal Law Answer Session Live
Telemundo TV, NY
2007
NEW AMERICANS SERIES
EVERYTHING YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT LEGALIZING YOUR STATUS (BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK)
2006
How to Legalize Your Immigration Status
Queens College, Flushing, NY
Languages
Spanish
English
Arabic
Russian
Polish
Portuguese
Punjabi
Creole
Urdu
Hindi
Belarusian
Czech
Igbo
Cantonese
Mandarin
Serbian
Romanian
Slovak
Yoruba
Ukrainian
Activity
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Q&A
I was arrested over the summer for Patronizing a Prostitute here in Queens County, NYC.
23 Dec 2011
Q&A
I am being charged with one count of criminal possession of a forged instrument 2nd degree, what will be my punishment?
11 Dec 2011