John T. Powers, Jr.

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John T. Powers, Jr.

4.8
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 27 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Hauppauge, NY
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

2150 Joshua's Path, Ste. 203, Hauppauge, NY

About John

Biography

Never a Prosecutor, Always on Your Side.

Never deal directly with an insurance company under any circumstances. They are not your friend and serve only one purpose - to make a profit. Even if it means that profit comes at your expense. We fight for you and with you to get a maximum recovery for your pain and suffering.

My firm brings with it over 50 years of criminal defense and litigation experience with it into every courtroom. Let us have your back and fight for you. We handle all criminal defense cases. No case is too small, especially when your liberty and reputation is at stake.

I fight DWI cases across the State of New York. I am Federally Certified by NHTSA to administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST's) so no one knows more than I do in any courtroom. Years of cross examination and case experience are at your disposal. We are here to work for you.

We pride ourselves on being transparent and understanding with our clients while firmly fighting for every right our clients are entitled. Please set a consultation with us and learn more about what your rights are before you go to court.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 30%

30%
Criminal Defense 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Car Accident 15%

15%
Federal Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Powers Law

2150 Joshua's Path, Ste. 203, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

powerslawpc.com/

John T. Powers, Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

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Posted by The Bryant's | January 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Top Tier Expertise & Results!

My husband and I met with several attorneys to discuss his case, our representation expectations/ desired outcome & costs! We hired JOHN POWERS! John's years of expertise, no-nonsense ( yet supportive) legal style and professionalism resulted in TOP TEIR results & our case was dismissed promptly! ...

Posted by kait | March 11, 2025 | Juvenile

mr.power is great

i’m under age and have no experience in law. Mr. Power explained things to me so I could understand and help me beat my case!

Posted by Donna | July 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Beyond Expectations!

Another lawyer recommended that I contact John on behalf of my brother who had a few criminal charges against him and a pending bench warrant. The alleged charges against my brother were not ones that would be easily reduced or dismissed, so I did not hold out much hope for a great outcome. John is a... straight forward, honest lawyer. He told my brother what he needed to do throughout the court appearances. No frivolity and false promises with John. He just gets right to work and knows what he is doing with all his years of experience. Much to my surprise, only 6 months later all of my brother's charges were dismissed!! A blessing! Don't even think twice about hiring this wonderful lawyer!

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

John is knowledgeable, professional, and honest,

Based on my dealings and experience with John I have found him to be very knowledgeable, trustworthy, dedicated ,.and competent. He is helpful and attentive to legal issues as they arise. My calls and e-mails to John are always answered promptly, and with solid advice. He explains all aspects of what...ever legal issues are brought to his attention in a clear and precise manner. After having been charged with not my first DUI , John's advice and guidance allowed me to have a second chance. He was never judgmental in his dealings with me but rather displayed kindness and concern, both of which were invaluable to me at that time. He is diligent and hardworking and a complete professional. My case was difficult – more than then one conviction within 25 years. The argument of my motion was a complex legal issues about the jurisdiction of the officer who first stopped my car. John knows very well on the legal arguments, the right strategy and how to navigate the system and identify opportunities. In addition John impressed me the most in the way he successfully planned and argued the motion , during the motion argument, John exploited every opportunity possible. I had no doubt this was a great lawyer. I would definitely recommend John to anyone who is fighting DUI charge or any other crime for which he wants to take.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

John Powers / professional , honest , direct

I hired John Powers to handle a legal matter for me . He was very direct and upfront as to what the negative and positive aspects of the case were . In the end , we prevailed through Mr Powers’ diligence and knowledge of the law . I highly recommend him and his firm .

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Gregory Grizopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an aggressive and skilled advocate. if your life or liberty is on the line you want someone to fight for you and John will fight hard for you."

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Kenneth Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Other

"Powers is a powerful lawyer and advocate! I met John while attending the National College for DUI Defense's summer session, which was recently hosted on the campus of Harvard's law school. I saw him in action and was most impressed with his work. I left with two thoughts: 1. If I was charged with a crime in his practice area, he would be my first call for representation; and 2. I need to add his name to my rolodex for potential client referrals. If you are in trouble and need some legal help, give John a call."

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Adam Kaufman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Baum

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing John for over a decade and know him to be a skilled, diligent, and zealous advocate for his clients. I have referred him criminal cases in the past and would not hesitate to do so again in the future. John is an excellent lawyer who fights hard for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

NHTSA DWI Standardized Field Sobriety Test Certification, National College for DUI Defense

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Summer Session 2018, National College for DUI Defense

2017

Forensic Science and the Law, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015

Summer Session 2015, National College for DUI Defense

2015

Forensic Metrology Seminar, National College for DUI Defense

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner, John T. Powers, Jr., P.C.

1998 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Joseph Caramagno, P.C.

1996 - 1996

Legal Assistant Intern, New York City Department of Sanitation

Associations

2019 - Present

Bronx Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

1999 - Present

Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association (Immediate Past President)

Executive Committee

1998 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - 2013

Suffolk County Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

People V. Behling, 22 Misc. 3d 1107[A]

Acquittal After Trial

Peoplev. Heyanka, 886 N.Y.S.2d 801, Suffolk County Dist. Ct 2009

Acquittal of the 1192.3 Common Law DWI charge after trial

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Education

1998

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Adelphi University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Cross of the Arresting Officer : Criminal Law Series Lunch and Learn

Cross Examination

2020

Cross Examination of the Arresting Officer on a DWI

Cross Examination

2019

New York State 2019 Discovery Legislation Update CPL 245

Discovery and Brady v. Maryland

2017

Practical DWI Defense in Suffolk County

DWI Defense

2012

Representing the DWI Defendant in NY from Arraignment to Disposition

Driving While Intoxicated

2010

Criminal Case Jury Selection

Jury Selection

2009

Handling the Boating While Intoxicated Case

Boating While Intoxicated

Languages

English

Activity

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