Scott Bookstein

Scott Bookstein

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kew Gardens, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

125-10 Queens Blvd Ste 323, Kew Gardens, NY

About Scott

Biography

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

I a former prosecutor who knows the terrain, knows the players, knows strategy and knows the law. I fight hard for every client, whether a first arrest, or those prosecutors label “career criminals.” I have won trials ranging from marijuana (kilos) to murder. Since you and your case are unique, you will get a personalized defense. Let me use over 25 years of aggressive and creative lawyering to protect your reputation and your freedom.

36 years | 3,000 cases

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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 Scott Bookstein

125-10 Queens Blvd Ste 323, Kew Gardens, NY, 11415-1511

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Scott Bookstein's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

THE BEST LAYWER HANDS DOWN ! ! !

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal representation I received from Mr Bookstein . From the moment I engaged their services, I felt confident and reassured that my case was in the best hands. He demonstrated an impressive depth of legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and unw...avering dedication to my case. Throughout the process, he maintained clear and consistent communication, ensuring I was always informed about the progress and any developments. His ability to navigate the complexities of my case and devise a winning strategy was nothing short of remarkable. On top of his professional expertise, Bookstein showed genuine care and empathy, providing much-needed support during a challenging time. Thanks to His hard work and tenacity, we achieved a favorable outcome that exceeded my expectations. If you are in need of a highly skilled, compassionate, and results-driven attorney, I wholeheartedly recommend him , He truly went above and beyond, and I am incredibly grateful for his outstanding service.

Posted by Chris from Port Washington, NY | October 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best lawyer in NY

I had a felony charge back in 2013 and had another lawyer who said my only option was 5 years probation or jail time. I was lucky enough to find Mr. Bookstein who took my case and immediately I saw that it was the best decision ever. He was able to negotiate with the DA which extremely affected the o...utcome of my case. I was offered one year probation, which after successful completion, all charges were dropped to just a misdemeanor. He saved me by preventing my permanent record from being scarred with a felony charge. There was nothing special about me or my case, and he didn't know me at all. However, he treated me like a best friend, was always available to talk, and handled my case with great care and professionalism. It was an extremely favorable outcome and WAY BETTER than any other lawyer was able to offer, or accomplish. Bottom line, if you want an experienced lawyer that works hard to get you the best possible outcome, Scott Bookstein is the #1 choice.

Posted by Nina | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Stop Worrying! Scott Will Handle It!

After retaining Scott Bookstein. He said to me "Dont Worry". His years of experience and knowledge of the law gave him the power to advocate and represent me well. Well enough to have my case dismissed and sealed. He kept me informed throughout the entire case. He was readily available to take call...s and emails to address any concerns, and very professional when responding. I trusted Scott when he said "Dont Worry" and you should too. Scott means what he says and says what he mean. He genuinely cares about his clients.

Posted by Heidi | August 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Zealous Advocate

I was referred to Scott Bookstein by a friend. We consulted Scott as we were searching for an attorney for my brother who was facing some very serious charges and likely facing life in prison. From our very first conversation, throughout the entire case proceedings, and up through the very last updat...e upon case closure, Scott was very transparent, honest, and thorough in all of his explanations. My family is in NY and I'm out of state in a different time zone, but I was the primary point of contact and would translate for my family. Despite the 3 hour time difference, I never once had any difficulty getting in contact with Scott. Scott's honesty and transparency is unmatched in any attorney we've ever hired. The number one thing we expected from the attorney is truthfulness in realistic outcomes. We knew the case was going to be extremely challenging and while we kept our expectations realistic, we more so wanted an attorney that would be a zealous advocate for my brother, someone who would in essence "hold his hand" and be there for him throughout the process. Scott went above and beyond and far exceeding anything we ever hoped for. Not only did my brother get extraordinary, outstanding results, Scott worked day and night to represent him and we owe him everything in how the case panned out. Without a doubt, I know who I will reach out to next if we need an attorney. Scott's dedication and passion to those who find themselves in the justice system, whether it would be due to mistakes they've made in life or unfortunate circumstances, shines through in every email and phone call. I will always recommend Scott Bookstein to advocate for anyone seeking legal representation. Thank you Scott for everything you've done for our family.

Posted by Frances | July 21, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best lawyer in New York city

I would highly recommend Scott, on a scale 1-10 I give him 100 Mr Bookstein took on my son’s case and truly gave the best of him. His very Honest and sincere and cares not only about his clients, but there loves ones is very rare that you see such a smart lawyer with those trades thanks god for a p...erson like this every client deserves a lawyer to represent them like this, thank you are one of a kind rare Gem, may god bless you and give you all the knowledge and ability to do what you do, always kept us updated, by emailing, texting and phones calls. He was always straight forward with us? No beating around the the bush.we never had to guess what’s going on. As a mother I am concerned about my child, Mr Bookstein gave his best work ethics in my son case, I never had to worry he was always on point. Here in New York it’s hard to find a good lawyer with those qualities and intelligent like him. so if you are in a need of a excellent lawyer just look for Scott Bookstein and I’m sure you will be writing a nice review just the way I’m writing this one about the best lawyer in New York Scott Bookstein. Again my family and I highly recommend his services 100%. Thank you Mr Bookstein for everything and god bless you always.

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Scott Bookstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Svetlana Prizant

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a professional and an excellent attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to a client."

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Brian Waller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bookstein is a top notch criminal defense lawyer who regularly achieves excellent results for his clients. He cares deeply about his clients and his efforts to defend them always exceed what one would typically expect from a lawyer. Any defendant represented by Mr. Bookstein can rest assured that he/she is in good hands."

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Nestor Diaz

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott Bookstein is a very knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. I had the opportunity to work with him on a case and it was a privilege. I was impressed by his professionalism and knowledge of the law. It is no surprise as he was a former Supervisor of Assistant District Attorneys."

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Elkan Abramowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse this lawyer. He is hard-working, creative and totally dedicated to his clients"

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Jeffrey Garfin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Scott is an excellent lawyer who I would recommend without hesitation."

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Andrew Abramowitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I practice law outside the criminal area, but when I'm asked to recommend someone, Scott is my go-to guy. He has good judgment and is completely and utterly reliable. Highly recommended."

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Thomas John

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Bookstein is an excellent and thorough attorney. I have seen him zealously advocate for his clients. I would trust him with any felony charge."

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Ricardo Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an excellent attorney and I frequently confer with him anytime I have a criminal matter in Queens. He worked for many years in the elite Major Case Unit for the Bronx District Attorney's Office were I personally saw him try many violent crime cases successfully."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Office of Scott Bookstein

1990 - 1999

Supervising Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

2014 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Associate Member

1998 - 2016

Queens County Bar Association

Associate Member

Education

1990

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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