George A. Terezakis

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George A. Terezakis

also known as Terezakis Law Firm, PLLC

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Immigration Lawyer at Mineola, NY
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

170 Old Country Rd, Mineola, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About George

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 75%

Deportation & removal defense in Immigration Court; family based immigration; waivers; asylum and naturalization. Appeals to Board of Immigration Appeals; motions to reopen; petitions for review of final removal orders. Criminal-Immigration law.

75%
Criminal Defense 15%

Trial level defense of individuals - especially non-citizens - in NYS criminal courts on L.I.. We advise defense attorneys/clients on immigration consequences of proposed pleas; strategies to avoid deportation; and post-conviction relief.

15%
DUI and DWI 5%

Defense of driving intoxicated, or impaired by drugs; DMV refusal & safety hearings; and with treatment placement.

5%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

We defend individuals facing speeding & moving violations; lift suspension orders and warrants; and defend more serious charges, such as reckless driving; driving with a suspended license; and other vehicular crimes.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2020 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 39 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1986

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Terezakis Law Firm

170 Old Country Rd, Mineola, NY, 11501

NassauDefender.com

Online Presence

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George A. Terezakis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

87 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 87 reviews

Posted by Wendy | June 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

So Grateful !!!!!!!

I hired Mr. Terezakis in 2017 after my husband received a warrant to be detained. I remember calling their office so frantic and scared. Fabiola was able to help me locate which detention center he was taken to. George was able to get my husband released on bail and through their efforts my husban...d received approval for cancellation of deportation, and once a visa becomes available, my husband will be safe in this country as a permeant resident. A huge burden has been lifted from our shoulders. My husband's case was very complex and George's expertise in criminal defense law and immigration was a life saver. The months leading to our final hearing, George and his staff worked tirelessly to make sure our petition had every detail possible for a favorable outcome. I highly recommend this law firm.

Posted by Angela | June 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The best Law Firm for tough and hopeless cases !!!

We hired Mr. Terezakis in 2016 when my husband at the time boyfriend was arrested by ICE while on probation after being convicted of defrauding the US government (an aggravated federal conviction) in 2012. At the time of the criminal case arrest my husband had only been a resident for nearly 2 years ...which made his case so much harder, he didn’t qualify for any of the relief available to those who have been residents for over 5 years, there was no hope for him. When ICE took him the world came crashing down, our family and I were desperate not knowing what was going to happen to him, we had no idea where they had taken him, a friend of our provided us with Mr. Terezakis info and we contacted him promptly on Friday the same day my husband was taken, it was such a relief for us when Mr. Terezakis told us where my husband was being detained and the very next day he went to visit him. When we met Mr. Terezakis he was very honest about the situation and right from the start he told us that my husband case was going to be a very difficult one to fight considering his serious conviction and the short time he had been in the US. Despite these facts Mr. Terezakis decided to take his case which gave us hope. We trusted his knowledge and experience considering his background on criminal defense but most of all his compassion towards our situation, he was very honest and told us that there was not guarantee that our case was going to be successful. After 6 months Mr. Terezakis was able to get my husband released under bond. And we felt a huge weight off our shoulder to finally have him back with our family. Throughout these years Mr. Terezakis firm has been working diligently to win my husband case. They have been very understanding and we have appreciated how flexible they have been with offering us time to pay and charging us a fair price for their services. They have truly treated us like family, never did they stop working on the case because of money which shows that they actually care for the future of their clients and more than just being a business, they have a mission give their clients a second chance and keep families together in this wonderful country. My husband was scheduled to appear to an individual hearing in 2018 but it was rescheduled to April of 2023, after being released from detention we were able to get married and my husband successfully started his own business. We have been living in dismay, not knowing how my husband case was going to play out, as a result we have had to put many of our dreams on hold. We can finally say that our fear for the future is over just a few days before his hearing we received the news, My husband case had been DISMISSED !!!! I couldn’t believe my eyes, I cried of joy, I sat so many times in the office looking at file cases with Closed written on the outside and wondering when it was going to be our turn, I will be eternally grateful to the entire Terezakis law firm staff for all the effort and hard work they put into our case. I will forever hold Fabiola close to my heart, she was on top of every detail, always available to answer our questions and address our concerns. They were literally a phone call away and always made sure we were understood what was being done. You can’t put a price on peace of mind. The last two months before the hearing we were constantly texting and calling each other making sure every detail was accurate and correct, I had faith that we were going to be victorious after the extensive packet they had prepared for immigration. We didn’t even have to go to court, it was such a relief. This has been the hardest situation we have faced but God made sure we were surrounded by a winning team and overall well round people with the best intentions to get us through it. This is a dream come true, I’m still disbelief. They are currently working on getting his citizenship. Thank you God & the Terezakis Law Firm !

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Incredible Attorney, Honest Professional & Caring

My deportation case was an extremely difficult one, where I was convicted of an aggravated felony when I was a teenager. I served a couple of years for my crime, was rehabilitated and became a successful, productive member of society. 25 years later after traveling abroad I was placed in deportation ...proceedings. My family and I were in complete shock as our world was about to be turned upside down on something I did as a dumb teenager. Mr. Terezakis, Deisy & the rest of his team went to work on trying to keep me from being deported. From the moment I met Mr. Terezakis and his team, I knew they truly cared about my situation, my family and fought extremely hard to ensure we would stay together. They formulated multiple plans to help me with the removal proceedings. Due to the fact that he was not only an immigration attorney, but a criminal defense attorney as well, he was very well prepared to handle all the complexities of my case. After several years of his effort, dedication and professionalism fighting the case, I was granted the ability to stay in this country. Even after I won my case, he and his team have followed up several times on how my green card renewal and family were doing. I can tell you, if you want an honest, professional attorney who will tell you the truth, not take your money and tell you what you want to hear; then George Terezakis and his team are the people you want to represent you.

Posted by Blanca | August 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great Law Firm

I came across this law firm a couple of years ago when I was in a time crunch to fix my husband immigration status. Years later the law firm not only helped my husband with his journey to citizenship but also my parents. I have to say they are a great law firm with great knowledge that will direct yo...u in the right direction with the right information.

Posted by Ariel | July 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Amazing Lawyer

After ten years of being in removal proceeding for a marijuana charge i got when i was 19 and dealing with lawyers who did not help and only took money i had almost given up hope on becoming an American. but i decided to give it another shot and thank god i did. I came across the Terezakis law firm o...n google and read some of their reviews so i called and i must say it has been one of the best decision in my life. The Terezakis law firm went above and beyond what any other law firm had done for me. The level of expertise in their office is unmatched like deisy who would help me with any questions or paper work i needed even reassuring me that the case was going good when i would get nervous about how it was going due to my previous experiences with other lawyers. George himself was outstanding. his knowledge of immigration law was amazing from the moment he looked at my case be began to break it down asking questions no other lawyer had asked noticing thing others didnt. He took all that information and form multiple plans to help me with the removal proceedings and after just one year with delays due to covid George and his team got me out of the removal proceedings and back on track to becoming an American. I really cant put in to words how thankful i am for George and his team.i lived in fear for so many years thinking i would lose everything i worked for and have to go to a country i really didnt know. A couple days before my court date i had planned to sit with my sisters and give them everything i had all my bank information and mortgage information to make sure they where good if i had to be sent back but thats when deisy reassured me every thing was going good and George had good news for me. Then George called and said they had closed my case and that i was staying. The pressure and fear that had been eating at me for ten years had finally stopped and the relief that i didnt have to say goodbye to my family brought me to tear. For that i can't thank George enough. Overall The Terezakis Law firm did an incredible job with my case and i highly recommend them to anyone who seek help with immigration.

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George A. Terezakis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Molly Full

Unknown lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Mark Shmueli

Immigration lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George and I have discussed immigration removal cases. He is very helpful and knowledgeable. He is also a very good teacher to other lawyers as he and I have presented together. An excellent colleague and a serious, smart lawyer."

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Brian Griffin

Immigration lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. George has been a lawyer that so many other lawyers have gone to for advice for their clients. His knowledge and compassion is well regarded."

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Joseph Lo Piccolo

Immigration lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In both immigration and criminal law, George is prepared, thorough and a strong advocate. His advice is sound and should be followed as he is a go to attorney for attorney's who need advice on cases."

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James Polk

Immigration lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George is one of the finest practitioners of immigration and criminal law in the county. His commitment to his clients and justice as a whole is inspiring to say the least."

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Steven Raiser

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know George over the course of 5 years. He is well respected in the legal community and is extremely knowledgable on issues of criminal law and immigration."

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Theodore Robinson

Immigration lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known George for more than fifteen years and know him to be intelligent, capable and well informed. I have heard him lecture our Bar Association on Immigration and know him to be an expert in the area as well as in Criminal Defense law. I recommend him as an attorney."

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Anthony Colleluori

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with George Terezakis for over 15 years and know him to be a caring and daring advocate for the rights of others. Well versed in all areas of both Criminal and Immigration law, George is a real reasource to his clients and to other lawyers who seek out his counsel. George is a lawyer's Lawyer who is always well prepared for whatever the day throws at him I highly endorsed the work of George Terezakis. A Client is a lucky man to have George Terezakis as his advocate."

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Anthony Colleluori

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Theodore Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Raiser

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Practitioner of the Year, Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

2011

Community Advocate of the Year, Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

1996

"Pro Bono Legal Services" Award, Central American Refugee Center

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of George A. Terezakis

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

National Lawyers Guild

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - 2005

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

President

2004 - 2005

New York State Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Exectuive Committee

2003 - 2004

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

First Vice President

2002 - 2003

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board of Directors

2002 - 2003

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

Second Vice President

2001 - 2002

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

Treasurer

2000 - 2001

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

Corresponding Secretary

1998 - 2000

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Dickson v. Ashcroft, 2003 U.S. App. Lexis 18565 (2003)

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Education

1985

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Nassau County Bar Association

CLE Lecture

2012

Federal Bar Association

Post Conviction Relief

2012

American Immigration Lawyers Association

CLE Lecture: Vacating criminal convictions under Padilla v Kentucky

2005

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2003

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2002

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2001

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2001

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2001

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

2000

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

1999

Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar

Criminal & Deportation Defense

Publications

2013

The Nassau Lawyer Defending Non-Citizens

Languages

Spanish

Greek

English

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