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About Joseph
I have been a criminal defense attorney for my entire career. I average 6-8 felony amd misdemeanor trials a year, including homicides, robberies, sex offenses and dwi's. My practice area includes state criminal defense in Nassau County, as well as Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Westchester and Suffolk Counties along with Federal cases. There is no case too small or too big. My firm has attorney's who can handle all levels of criminal matters, including traffic cases.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 60%
I am an extremely experienced State and Federal Criminal Defense attorney with a focus on Major Felonies. I have gone to trial in over 75 cases including over a dozen homicides in the last 7 years. I practice in Nasau and Suffolk County along with all the boroughs of the City of New York. My firm handles many cases for local college students at Hofstra, CW Post and Mollow along with more high profile crimes including mortgage fraud and vehicular homicides often related to allegations of DWI
24 years, 10,000 cases
- DUI and DWI: 20%
My firm has handled misdemeanor and felony dwi cases in Nassau, Suffolk, New York City and beyond. We have successfully tried all types of cases including breathalyzer and refusal cases along with allegations of driving under the influence of drugs. Our more serious cases have involved motor vehicle accidents which have led to a fatality,
24 years, 2,500 cases
- Speeding and traffic ticket: 10%
We handle all types of traffic matters on Long Island in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties along with the city of new york hearings at the traffic violations bureau.
24 years, 2,000 cases
- General practice: 5%
We are a full service law firm handling all types of civil litigation, estate planning and your family needs such as real estate and wills.
40 years, 5,000 cases
- Family: 5%
18 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT | Active | 1998 | 12/23/2020 |
| NY | Currently registered | 1998 | 12/09/2020 |
| Legal answers | 7284 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Law Student Award | FADA | 1997 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Attorney | Legal A Id Society of New York | 1997 - 2003 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Courts Bar Association of Nassau County | Immediate Past President | 2005 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Hofstra University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge the Gap | From Theory to Practice--Insights into the Trial of a Criminal Case | 2012 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| People v. | Multiple Acquittals |
Mr Lo Piccolo is a wise choice
Posted by Matt
Thu Jul 21 2016
Great law firm
Posted by Joe
Fri Jul 25 2014
Gifted
Posted by anonymous
Tue Apr 08 2014
Excellent defence lawyer
Posted by Jonathan
Wed Jan 29 2014
The Best, simply said !
Posted by Mike
Sun Jan 12 2014
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Attorney endorsements
(45)George Michel, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer - Joe is an amazing advocate and extremely passionate. He is one of the best Trial Lawyers I have ever seen.
Peter Depew, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Lo Piccolo provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers.
Luke Fenchel, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Joe for his familiarity with criminal law and alcohol-related offenses. He clearly has the knowledge, experience, and clarity of expression vital to be a great attorney. He is a consistent and consistently helpful contributor, helping many here in need.
Howard Tanner, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Joe and I are working on separate cases for the same client. He is a zealous advocate and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him.
Joshua Kahn, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is an extraordinarily attentive and committed criminal defense attorney. He is easy to work with and has a wonderful manner. He is a passionate advocate and is both well recognized and well respected in his field. He has a long history of successfully resolving clients' issues.
Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
I not only endorse this lawyer. I give this lawyer 5 stars!
Hovanes Margarian, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.
James Medows, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Elbert, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Joe for many years. I have observed him in the courtroom and in his work with organizations like the Criminal Courts Bar Association and the Nassau County Bar Association. Joe is a knowledgeable and highly skilled attorney that is committed to getting the best possible results for all his clients. I strongly endorse him.
Christopher Leroi, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Excellent attorney. Mr. Lo Piccolo continues to provide valuable advice on Avvo each time that he responds to a question. Although I have been licensed and practicing for 24 years, including time spent as a judge and magistrate, I continually learn from his answers about different aspects of the law. I would recommend him to everyone.
Scott Gross, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 6, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert Wells, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 17, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. A lawyer can accomplish certain things. A compassionate lawyer can accomplish far better things. Mr. Lo Piccolo is of the latter variety.
Joshua Lippes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had an opportunity to read many of Mr. Piccolo's AVVO responses to questions. He freely gives his time and valuable advice on AVVO. I find his responses very informative, which clearly demonstrates his extensive knowledge of the law. For those reasons, I endorse this lawyer.
Mr. Piccolo and I practice in some of the same areas of law. I have had the privilege of reviewing many of her responses and comments to questions posted on Avvo. His answers and comments reflect a deep understanding of the law and have provided helpful information. I endorse this lawyer.
Excellent lawyer!
L. Maxwell Taylor, Criminal defense Attorney on May 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Every Avvo answer I have read written by Mr. Lo Piccolo, and I have read many, has been right on the money. I endorse this lawyer.
Thomas Foley, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Joe is the former president of the prestigious Criminal Courts Bar Association. His reputation in the area of criminal defense is outstanding. Joe is known as an aggressive trial attorney, as well as an attorney his colleagues can call for advice. I endorse Joe as a criminal defense attorney.