Wilson A. LaFaurie

Wilson A. LaFaurie

4.9
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Carle Place, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

202 Jericho Turnpike, Carle Place, NY

About Wilson

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

FIRM 100 % FOCUS ON CRIMINAL CASES, INCLUDING HOMICIDES, DRUG, ALCHOL, RAPE AND CRIMINAL FRAUD CASES. STATE & FEDERAL CASES PROVEN.

31 years

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

GREAT DISPOSITIONS AND DISMISSALS RECORD. TRIAL VERDICTS OF ACQUITTALS ARE DOCUMENTED.

31 years | 376 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Wilson A. LaFaurie

202 Jericho Turnpike, Carle Place, NY, 11514

Criminal Law Wilson A. LaFaurie

118-21 Queens Blvd Suite 606, New York, NY, 11375

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Wilson A. LaFaurie's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Donna | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

We engaged Mr. LaFaurie for a case involving our son. We were extremely pleased with the results of our case (dismissed) and the very efficient, professional manner in which he responded to all of our questions and concerns. We communicated via text, phone and in person - whatever was needed, he mad...e himself available. His reassurance helped ease my anxiety. He was caring, knowledgeable and most importantly got positive results. There are so many lawyers to choose from and after research and interviews he was definitely the right choice. Highly recommend.

Posted by Diana | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent, Outstanding and Professional Lawyer

His kindness, charisma, work ethics and experience allow him to perform at the criminal courts. He goes to the point, with excellent time management, efficient and diligent. Today I am grateful he represented me at the court for a DWI case; with one traffic violation out of six charges I was previous...ly convicted, and no criminal records as a final result.

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2016 | Criminal Defense

Extremely Nice - But Find Someone Else

I called several lawyers and phone interviewed them prior to hiring. When I called Wilson LaFaurie he was seemed extremely knowledgable. Talking to him was very comforting - like everything will be okay, and he will work his hardest to fight my case. However, I paid Wilson LaFaurie a large sum of m...oney and in the end his work was not worth a single penny. He was very hard to contact, he never answered the phone or returned calls. In order to reach him I would have to send a text and he would only respond back via text. This was very inconvenient because I could never get all of my questions answered and was left in the dark about my case. One day I showed up to court on the date listed on my paper and the judge yelled at me saying that I was suppose to be submitting paperwork that day. Paperwork that my lawyer never told me about; I was completely unaware of this. The court clerk then said, "I hope you didn't pay a lawyer for your case, he's suppose to be submitting the paperwork not you." I then called my lawyer…no answer. So, I texted him and his response was completely in CAPS with exclamation marks saying. "THIS IS NOT MY JOB, YOU OBVIOUSLY DIDN'T DO YOUR PART!" -Well excuse me, because I had done everything I was ordered to do from both my lawyer and the court. He is not on top of work, when something goes wrong in your case he will blame you. He didn't get my charges lowered at all. He didn't show up to all my court cases - he would send fill in lawyers who knew nothing about my case. When I got my final judgement from the court I tried to reach him with further questions and he always responded with, "Can't help you with that, sorry." Seriously, don't waste your money on him. He seems like an amazing lawyer at first. If I had to do it all over again I would probably still pick him out of the other 10 other lawyers I interviewed. He seems very knowledgable and will act like he really cares about you. However, it is an act. You are much better going with your court appointed lawyer than him any day. Hiring him was my biggest mistake.

Wilson LaFaurie

Replied last August 05, 2015

I have represented over 2,000 criminal cases in the last 20 years. This is the first person who has expressed a negative view. Somehow, I feel that HER comments are emotionally based...personal. As a gentleman....I will not mention her name because unlike her I don't believe in being underhanded and placing her full name on- line (cyber world) knowing that one day someone will see her Identity connected to a case that involved mind altering substances, alcohol and driving. In the end, on all criminal cases, when a decision has to be made on taking a plea or going to Trial has to be made, she could not afford to fight/litigate. Thus, a plea, which happens very frequently in the criminal justice system must be considered. NO PERSON JUDGE, ASSISTANT DA OR DEFENSE LAWYER can force you to accept the deal. She choose DEAL. I am a TRIAL LAWYER, lawyers, judges and the educated informed public knows that. I would have preferred for HER to raise my trial fee and let me "light-up" the prosecutor AGAIN!!

Posted by Yarling | June 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Forever a WINNER!

If you are looking to hire a Winner.. waste no time, and Call Wilson Lafaurie. The first day I Spoke with Mr. Lafaurie I knew getting him to represent my friend as a client was the best decision made to win this case. Mr. Lafaurie was first in court every morning, prepared, professional, communicativ...e and ready to WIN, every call and every question that arised through the process he always answered with his best input. Mr. Lafaurie countless years of experience and knowledge with the law will impress and exceed any expectations, Witnessing his trial work will leave you amazed on how well he represents his clients. Wilson Lafaurie thank you so much for WINNING and being the best representation out here. You are truly great at what you do, and I am glad to have learned so much from you. You will forever be a winner. All the best wishes and much more success.

Posted by Liza | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Lawyer!

Before I had selected my attorney I did a lot of research. Mr. Lafaurie has great reviews and he lives up to all of them. He spent a lot of time discussing my case with me and all the avenues/obstacles that we would encounter. Many other attorneys I contacted were more interested in discussing the...ir fees. He has a great deal of knowledge. He wan't cheap, but was worth it. I am a sound believer that you get what you pay for. I am very happy with my outcome and would always recommend him. Thank you again.

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Wilson A. LaFaurie's Lawyer Endorsements

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Izabel Garcia

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wilson LaFaurie is a skilled trial attorney. He is especially knowledgable in DUI & DWI offenses. I recommend him to anyone charged with a DUI or DWI offense. His reputation for being an aggressive advocate allows him to get the most favorable result possible for his clients."

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Richard Cardinale

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you have been arrested in New York City and are looking for the highest quality representation, contact Wilson. He is one of the lawyers that prosecutors fear the most."

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Lisa Pelosi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I met Wilson co-counseling on a feling criminal trial. I am impressed with his skills. His appearance in every way is wonderful in from of the jury ."

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Scott Cerbin

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wilson is a brilliant trial lawyer who always obtains the best possible results for his clients."

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John DeProspo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney LaFaurie is an asset to the legal community. I endorse him."

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Paul Prestia

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lafaurie has long been one of the pillars of the Brooklyn Criminal Defense community. Cant get a better attorney than him. Takes great care of his clients and gets great results."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Wang

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Lieberman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Lafaurie for many years. We have been opposing counsel when I was a prosecutor and he has been helpful when I became a defense attorney. I readily endorse him as a knowledgable and compassionate advocate."

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Angus Bell

Unknown lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Over the years I have been impressed with the depth of his legal knowledge and his ability to relate it to individuals feeling the stress of legal trouble. Anyone needing a knowledgeable, skilled attorney could do no better than Wilson A. Lafaurie."

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Howard Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Wilson for well over ten years. He is a dedicated and intuitive attorney who goes well beyond the call in taking care of clients. Wilson has excellent analytical and litigation skills but more importantly, cares about the welfare of his clients. He is an excellent advocate for those he represents."

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James Medows

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Lafaurie on many matters and it is an understatement to say that he is an excellent attorney. There is a difference in quality in the way Wilson treats his clients and knows the law. You would be very lucky if you hire him for your criminal case."

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Andrew Stoll

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Wilson for many years and worked with him and conferenced many cases with him. His instincts are great, and his insight is dead-on. He gets the case from a legal perspective and from a street level, which is the perfect combination for a winning result. I strongly endorse him for any type of criminal case."

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Robert Charles Reuland

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Lafaurie is the real deal. We had clients on a related Murder One jury trial, and Mr. Lafaurie impressed me with his cool-headedness, self-assurance, professionalism, and mostly with his ability to communicate effectively to the jury. I've been doing this for many years, and I can safely say Mr. Lafaurie is one of the few lawyers out there who really knows his way around a criminal case. You'll be in good hands with him!"

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James Medows

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Robert Charles Reuland

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV rated Attorney At Law, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

ATTORNEY AT LAW, PRIVATE CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

1994 - 1997

ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY, KINGS COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY

Associations

2005 - 2010

Kings County Criminal Bar Association

Director

2003 - 2007

Assigned Counsel

Director

2000 - 2008

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1994

University of the District of Columbia

JURIS DOCTOR

1990

State University of New York, Stony Brook

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Kings County Criminal Bar Association

Criminal Defense in Kings County

Publications

2005

West Group publication New York'S Best Defense Lawyers

Languages

Spanish

English

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