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Philip spent more than three years as a Nassau County Assistant District Attorney, where he was responsible for the prosecution of felonies as part of the County Court Trial Bureau and managed more than a thousand felony and misdemeanor cases. Working closely with judges and opposing counsel, he tried multiple jury and bench trials, and was formerly assigned to high litigation specialty courtrooms devoted to DWI offenses.
Prior to his work in the District Attorney’s office, Nash also served as a summer associate at a Long Island medical malpractice law firm, and as a General Litigation Bureau intern at the Office of the Nassau County Attorney in Mineola, NY. He has served as a Special Professor of Law at Hofstra Law School since August 2015, where he teaches trial advocacy skills and techniques in preparation for interscholastic mock trial competitions.
A cum laude graduate of Hofstra Law School, Nash served as an Associate Editor of the Hofstra Law Review and President of the Hofstra Trial Advocacy Association. He received his undergraduate degree from American University in Washington, D.C.
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Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Rivkin Radler
926 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY, 11556
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Posted by Marc | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Patient, courteous, professional, and most importantly A WINNER!
After a somewhat exhaustive search for representation, I stumbled upon Philip through a mutual connection. We set up a preliminary phone call to introduce ourselves and so I could brief Philip on the intricacies of my case. He was extremely professional and knowledgable while preparing for my court d...
Philip Paul Nash's Lawyer Endorsements
"Phil is not only intelligent in his field but he is self-motivated and cares deeply about the well-being of his clients. He is a pleasure to work with in the legal community."
"I worked closely with Phil at a prosecutor's office before he joined his current firm. He is a knowledgeable and diligent attorney who is well respected among peers, adversaries, and judges. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil is a highly capable attorney who treats every client with dignity and care. His energy, knowledge of criminal law, trial skills, and negotiating abilities have made him a tremendous asset to our firm. Highly recommend!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is a diligent and skilled advocate who gives every client significant personal attention and leaves no stone unturned in defending his clients."
"Phil Nash is a skilled litigator who uses his experience as a former Assistant District Attorney to obtain the best possible results for his clients. I highly recommend Phil to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"Both during his tenure with the Nassau DA's Office, as well as his time in private practice, Phil Nash's reputation for professionalism and integrity is second to none. I have the pleasure of seeing him deliver favorable results for his clients on a daily basis in courts throughout Long Island and NYC. I highly endorse Phil Nash for any type of criminal defense matter."
"Phil is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who truly cares about his work and his clients. I endorse Phil without reservation."
"Mr. Nash is an extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"In the years I've known Mr. Nash he has shown himself to be of a sharp analytical mind, buoyed by an impeccable character. As such, I trust his ability to handle complex and sensitive matters with the utmost diligence and aptitude."
"Philip Nash is an extremely talented, perceptive and creative advocate. He fights hard to get his clients the best result possible in the toughest of situation. Highly recommend."
"Phil is a highly capable and zealous advocate for his clients. He handles his responsibilities with professionalism and intelligence. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. His knowledge of the law and courtroom skills are unmatched."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate, Rivkin Radler
2015 - Present
Special Professor of Law, Hofstra University School Of Law
2016 - 2019
Associate, Collins, Gann, McCloskey & Barry, PLLC
2013 - 2016
Assistant District Attorney, Nassau County Attorney's Office
Associations
2017 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers Association
2016 - Present
Criminal Courts Bar Association of Nassau County
2013 - Present
New York State Bar Association
2011 - Present
Nassau County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Nassau County Drug Case
Dismissed
Nassau County DWI Conviction Sealed
Conviction Sealed CPL 160.69
Education
2013
Hofstra Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
American University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Nassau County Bar Association
Handling Your First Criminal Case
Publications
2017
Nassau Lawyer
Criminal Record Sealing: The Time Has Come
2017
Nassau Lawyer
New York's Criminal Mischief Law: Trapped in 1965
2017
New York Sealing Law
Missouri Expands Criminal Record Expungement While New York Lags Behind
2016
New York Sealing Law
Marijuana and Conditional Criminal Record Sealing in New York
Languages
English
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Q&A
Can i get my federal felony conviction from 1998 expunged my felony was not violent nor did it involve any drugs or firearms
03 May 2018
Q&A
Is there anyway to get a DWAI expunged?
27 Apr 2018
Q&A
How do I seal and expunge the DWI record in NY State?
14 Feb 2018