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

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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 31 - 35 of 86 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

BEST LAWYER

Steven helped us when my family was in trouble. He did an outstanding job and if something was to happen again, I would most definitely use Steven again. Thank you for how much you helped us.

Posted by Audrey | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Life changing

Working with gaitman feels like family. He has your best interest at heart. I had a very serious case that I thought i didn’t have any hope. Gaitman changed views on life. He is one of the best lawyers out there

Posted by Jereen | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Jereen

This is a man of his word. I am truly happy for the results of my case. This is one lawyer that has your best interest at heart.

Posted by C.M | May 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Miracle Worker

My 19 yr old son whom has never been in trouble before make a bad decision that got him into big trouble. I whom never gone through anything like this before didn't know where to turn. After my son's arraignment, Iwalked across the street to Affordable bonds, bailed him out and asked if they knew a ...lawyer. The bails bondsman said to me " if my son was in trouble there's only one Lawer to represent him Steven Gaitman" I called Mr Gaitman and he returned my call while on vacation. A few days later my sister and I met with him in his office. He was well-dressed, knowledgeable very articulate. I felt that Mr Gaitman felt my pain and Hart ache as if my son was his son. He explained all the charges and put together a game plan. He always keep my son and I up to speed with the case. Mr Gaitman worked out a deal with the prosecutor that's superseded our expectations you really pulled the rabbit out of hat on this. Mr gaitman is truly a miracle worker and I am so grateful for you.

Posted by Paul | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Light at the end of the tunnel

Prior to retaining Mr. Gaitman, my case was going in a different direction; the wrong direction. A close friend of mine utilized the expertise of Mr. Gaitman, and highly recommended him to handle my case. From our first meeting and to the present date, Steven has done everything to turn my case aro...und and point it in the right direction. Steven is caring, smart, articulate, and thinks outside the box. My case is still in progress; however, I feel confident that my outcome will take a turn for the better. The legal process is daunting and frightful. Mr. Gaitman has completely turned things around, and I am now starting to see light at the end of the tunnel. If you are looking for an attorney who will handle your case with empathy and expertise, look no further than Steven Gaitman.

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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

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Jason Russo

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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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