James A. Pascarella

James A. Pascarella

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Mineola, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1551 Franklin Ave, Mineola, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 24 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2002

Currently Registered

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The Pascarella Law Firm

1551 Franklin Ave, Mineola, NY, 11501-4803

The Pascarella Law Firm

775 Park Ave, Suite 255, Huntington, NY, 11743

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James A. Pascarella's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Eileen | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate , caring , always had my best interest at heart .

I contacted Mr. Pascarella after a friend recommended him to me . I was and still am going through a very tough time . Mr. Pascarella is more than an attorney . He became my confidant and immediately put me at ease . Not only is he knowledgeable , smart and confident , but he is also caring, kind and... made me feel like I was his only client . He immediately gets back to me and is readily available when I need him . I highly recommend anyone who is in need of legal advice to please give Mr. Pascarella a call . I promise that you won't be sorry .

Posted by Gary | July 11, 2016

EXCELLENT Lawyer

EXCELLENT!!! Mr. Pascarella has represented friends in the past and he has been nothing short of perfect. Mr. Pascarella always returns calls promptly and keeps my friends informed about their case. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing legal help.

Posted by Christian | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Experience

James was brought on to my case after it had already begun, and immediately provided step-by-step instructions on what he needed from me in order to potentially arrive at the best possible outcome. He was always honest, going so far as to say the outcome that I was hoping for with my case was not us...ually feasible, but assuring me that he would do everything in his power to work towards that outcome. Always available to answer any questions I had, James kept in contact, updating me on the progress he was making on my case, and was always kind and courteous in every interaction. The outcome of my case was even better than either he or I anticipated at the beginning, although i still had to jump through a lot of hoops, my sentence was greatly reduced, thanks to his diligence and ability, and I am so grateful for his help, it's because of him that i was able to keep my job, and can continue my career aspirations.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Superior Lawyer!

James Pascarella came highly recommended by a friend of mine who found himself in the same unfortunate scenario in a previous year. He said to use Mr. Pascarella because he is an amazing attorney. In addition to my friend, I heard about James from other acquaintances who said that he was the only law...yer to speak to if I was looking to get the best representation. He has a magnificent gift in the way he handles cases as well as his clients. James is approachable, reachable, and personable. Theses are rare unique qualities to find in an attorney. Mr. Pascarella goes above and beyond for his clients. He listens carefully to what your needs are and hears you as an individual. James answered all of my questions and kept me highly involved in my case. James was also prompt, precise, and extremely knowledgeable about the laws. I would highly recommend James to anyone seeking help on a criminal matter. You will not find a finer attorney in New york.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Amazing Lawyer!

I was arrested for a DUI last year and refused the breathalyzer test. Almost every lawyer I met with told me it was almost impossible to get anything less than a criminal charge. After being referred to James by a family member (who is a lawyer) I gave him a call. Because of his confidence and calm d...emeanor I decided to work with him. It was the best decision I could have made. He not only got my misdemeanor charge down to a violation but he lessened the amount of time my license was revoked. James was extremely reliable and kept me informed on a weekly basis of any changes. Everyone in the court knew him by name and had a lot of respect for him and his work. I would recommend James to anyone who needs a lawyer!

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Richard Hochhauser

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former prosecutor, I opposed James on a number of cases. He is a highly skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Chimeri

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In taking the necessary multi-faceted approach to many complex criminal defense matters, James is hands down the perfect combination of aggressive advocacy, compassionate client handling, and professionalism. He is also well-respected by every officer, judge, and clerk in the building, which certainly does not hurt! I would hire James if I ever were in need."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Amicus Fraternitas Award, FOCO (Fraternal Order of Court Officers)

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Jurisperitus Award, COBANC (Court Officers Benevolent Association of Nassau County)

2001

Outstanding Prosecutor Award, Suffolk County DA Office

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Pascarella Law Firm

1999 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County Da's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100

2005 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

2005 - Present

Suffolk Defenders

2000 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Education

1999

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

Doctor of Law (JD)

1996

University of Maryland

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Trial Advocacy for Attorneys

2005

Class Lectures and Community Awareness Seminars

Criminal Law

2004

Brookhaven National lab, numerous confrences and community meetings

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Languages

English

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