Steven Jared Gaitman

Steven Jared Gaitman

4.8
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1103 Stewart Avenue, Suite 200, Garden City, NY

About Steven

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 30 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Gaitman & Russo

1103 Stewart Avenue, Suite 200, Garden City, NY, 11530

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Steven Jared Gaitman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

86 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 20 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Kim | November 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile

Lawyer of the Year

I hired Steven based on one conversation. He was direct and extremely knowledgeable. Steven made me feel comfortable with my sons case. Having a 17 yr get into trouble is probably one of the hardest things to deal with but Steven ensured me that he would be okay and now he is. My family and I are ver...y happy with his service and his honesty. K.H Valley Stream, NY

Posted by Ileana | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

My terrible situation handled the best possible way!!!

How many of us have been caught up in a celebration and ended making a poor choice of driving? It is my first offense which I am mortified, embarrassed etc. because that is not who I am. I am a hard worker that enjoys her family and friends. Well I got pulled over for a headlight after attending my n...ieces Quinceañera. Yes I was drinking and the officer smelled it on me. My car got impounded and I was arrested. I blew a .09. I was released on an ROR. I wasn’t sure who to contact because I had to appear in court 3 days late. My friend recommended Steven. Which really was a God sent. I called him and he answered. We scheduled to meet the following day, a day prior to court. At the meeting he made me feel like my case was important to him, made calls in regards to my case and to ask for a personal favor for my case. He got me in that evening for an evaluation that was suggested. Told me that he can get my case dropped from criminal to a violation the following day. Mind you I was going to prove a hardship for a conditional license. Well not only did I get my full license back everything he said was going to happen he made it happen. He told us to come at 10 am but he was busy working before we got there. He had spoken to the prosecuting attorneys and arranged everything. We were the first ones to see the judge. Do you see what I mean very sincere about aproxomit fees, time and that I was an important client. I didn’t feel at any time that I was being judged by him from my poor choice. So yes I find Steven Gaitman amazing! Thank you

Posted by Heywood | October 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you Mr. Gaitman

This was not my first offense. I had gone upstate once because I did not hire a good lawyer. This time I made a right choice and Mr. Gaitman delivered on exactly what he said he would do. He understands how the system works, and used his knowledge to hook me up. He told me how the process would w...ork once i got out of county, and he followed through on everything he said. He took care of me and my family. Good Good.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Job Well Done

After hiring Steven my fears were eased immediately. He was calm cool and very well prepared. He clearly explained everything g to me which made my ordeal a lot easier to manage. I can’t thank him enough and would recommend his services to anyone.

Posted by Nelson | October 26, 2017 | Criminal Defense

A Consummate Professional

I consulted with Mr. Gaitman to assist me with a past criminal matter. I have never encountered a criminal attorney whose legal acumen matches his personal disposition. He was both extremely knowledgeable & personable at the same time. He made me feel at ease immediately. He passed no judgment an...d was only concerned with providing me with concise information and a suggested course of action to resolve my issue. My case is complicated and has a number of parts to it, and without any reservations whatsoever, he pledged assistance from every attorney in his firm to work on my case. It is extremely rare to find an attorney this compassionate about helping his clients, and I was overwhelmed by his support and as soon as I'm financially able to - I will be retaining him, I recommend Mr. Gaitman wholeheartedly and enthusiastically. He is easily in the Top 5 criminal attorneys in Nassau County.

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Steven Jared Gaitman's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Campo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Steve is an outstanding attorney. I have had the pleasure of working on several matters with Steve and I have witnessed first hand the great results he receives for clients."

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John Healy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked alongside Mr. Gaitman for many years and he is a consummate professional. Excellent advocate for anyone facing criminal charges!"

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Jason Russo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Hard working and honest to the core!!!"

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John Healy

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Tara Whelan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Russo

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

1996

Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure, American Jurisprudence Award

1993

Legal ethics award, Legal ethics

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Gaitman & Russo

1998 - 2010

Attorney, Steven Gaitman, Esq

1996 - 1998

Staff attorney, Nassau County Legal Aid Society

Associations

2000 - 2013

Nassau County Bar Association

Education

1995

Touro College Jacob D Fuchs

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1994

Legal ethics Legal ethics

Languages

English

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