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 37 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Robert | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

My favorite esq.

My name is Robert and have been a loyal client of Steven's since 2000. In a nutshell ive avoided 20+ years incarceration(multiple cases) because of the skilled court room presence of Steven. For example, in my most recent case i was sentenced to a five year bid. At the last minute, Steven was able c...onvince the Judge and Lead Prosecutor to court order me to the SHOCK program (6 month military style boot camp program) where i excelled immensely and returned home in under 2 years in the best mental and physical shape of my life. The thing I appreciate most though is the attention to detail in the cases and the personal relationship we have. No matter how busy he is, he always makes time to listen to me and help me. That, to me, is just as important as the astonishing results that come from his casework. Ive recommended well over 50 clients to him who retained him and were very happy, to say the least, with their case results. If you find yourself in trouble, and dont know where to turn, call Steven Gaitman. Its a decision you won't regret. Thanks for reading.

Posted by MONDRE | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Life Saver

VERY GREAT CARING AND CONCERNED ATTORNEY! WHO TOOK HIS TIME TO EXERCISE HIS SKILLS ON MY CASE WHEN I HAD A DWI WHICH THREATENED MY DRIVING CAREER ,HE CAME UP WITH AN ALTERNATIVE THAT SAVED ME AND MY CAREER! WHICH LEFT OPPORTUNITY FOR ME TO PROVIDE FOR ME AND MY FAMILY.HE IS THE BEST ATTORNEY OUT THER...E HANDS DOWN!!!!!!

Posted by EP | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best outcome possible!

I could not have anticipated a better result. Mr. Gaitman is very intelligent and extremely professional. His knowledge of the law and the legal process afforded me the freedom that I enjoy today. I am in recovery from a detrimental history of substance abuse, and happy to report that I have b...een sober for over 4 years. But I certainly would not be without Mr. Gaitman's help. Despite a great many drug-related criminal charges, I was granted a treatment program that changed my life. My case, however, was not a typical or easy one, and there is no doubt that things would have ended differently had it not been for Mr. Gaitman's mastery of the law and process to get me the help that I desperately needed. There is no other defense attorney that I would entrust with my life and freedom. His judgement is unparalleled.

Posted by Kelly | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney

Mr. Gaitman is a great attorney I highly recommend him. He has help me in a very difficult time and he understood my situation. Not every attorney is willing to do that most other lawyers will just take your money and not care about your case. When ever I needed to consult any legal issues Mr. Gaitma...n has always been there. Never had a problem keeping contact with him even if it has been late at night or weekends even holidays. If you need a good attorney he is the man to hire!

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Sells a bill of goods, driven by money

He will promise one thing and disappears for weeks with assenine excuses. He sends other lawyers to court litigation and only checks in for payment. Before paying him he sells you trust and compassion but reality is once the check is cashed you are just another folder on his desk. One of his selling ...tools is he employs ex prosecutors. Realize who you are working with. We hired this man and he did NOTHING FOR us! Save your money and pay extra for a standup lawyer.

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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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