Latoya Roberta-Angela James

Latoya Roberta-Angela James

also known as LaToya James

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Hauppauge, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense

150 Motor Parkway, Suite 401, Hauppauge, NY

About Latoya

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 90%

Domestic Violence, Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Orders of Protection, Abuse and Neglect, Father's Rights, Grand-Parents Rights

20 years | 7,500 cases

90%
Criminal Defense 10%

Homicide, Burglary, Robbery, Assault, Drug Offences, DWI/DUI, Juvenile Offenders

20 years | 3,500 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The James Firm, PLLC

150 Motor Parkway, Suite 401, Hauppauge, NY, 11788

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Latoya Roberta-Angela James's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

159 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 27 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Mirian | January 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Beyond Grateful.

I like a lady who can handle her business and for sure, I am a women about my business as well. The fact that I never had to even meet Ms.LaToya in person for nothing says a lot about her already. We always discussed my case over the phone. She handled my case very smoothly and precisely, always on t...ime always informed me of exactly what’s going on. I never had a problem. I was never in doubt about anything, any questions I had were always answered. She did her job!!! I did mine & took care of what I needed to do on my end. I am extremely satisfied with her work ethic. I had a family matter case for anyone wondering. I am grateful for having a good lawyer. Thank you Ms.LaToya for handling my case. I would definitely recommend her she knows what she doing and means business.

Posted by Christine | February 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Someone who will fight for you and your child’s rights!

Let me start by saying Ive had a family cases going on for 3 years, (6 years if prior cases counted) it was clear the man who abandoned my son long ago had full control in every court date, and my sons rights w were non-existent. About a year and a half ago I was referred to LaToya James. From day ...one she was very transparent about every detail, And all the possible outcomes- but always said she would do everything in her power to fight for my rights and my sons rights, and she did not lie. Even with covid happening she stayed in close contact with details and remained very much on top of my case. I am so thankful to have had such a hardworking, knowledgeable lawyer working on our side. The results of the case turned out better then I would have ever imagined. If you are seeking a family attorney that will work relentlessly hard for you, while being completely honest and transparent - she is the the one. If in the future if something arises from this situation again- I wouldn’t even consider another attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2020 | Domestic Violence

Beyond Helpful

Ms. James represented me in a domestic violence case and obtaining an order of protection. I had never been through any situation similar to this before and Ms. James was able to provide so much insight and answer all of my questions along the way. My case was dragged out for far too long, but Ms. Ja...mes remained professional, calm and persistent. In the end, Ms. James was able to win my case despite many mishaps. I would highly recommend Ms. James to anyone I know.

Posted by Isabell Iorizzo | August 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family court attorney Amazing!!

Latoya is a no nonsense lawyer a perfect mix of compassion and knowledge with all aspects of family law. She handled my case flawless she’s the lawyer you want on your side. I am completely satisfied with our service and would highly recommend her. I could not done this without her.

Posted by anonymous | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Attorney in Family Court

I was blindsided with an Order of protection and within hours was recommended by friends to several attorneys who would be good. I needed better and asked around in Family court and found out LaToya James is the best. I called and had a consult with her within minutes and was impressed by her immedia...tely. She is a prior Suffolk Prosecutor and she took my difficult case and ran with it. She has so much empathy and understanding of what I was going through and what I needed to have done. She had the courtroom knowledge to get me results and the order vacated within days, and the court case for Family court was resolved and withdrawn within two weeks. She worked plenty more hours than she bargained for, she was up late at night on the phone with me and answering all of my texts when I needed her. She only had a weekend to prepare and she surpassed my expectation of what time a lawyer would put into a case. She remembered every detail. I have to say she was perfect. She had strategy and insight that was invaluable. She kept her promise to me that she would resolve it quickly. Her tenacity in the court room is unmatched, she prepared for every possible action by my spouses attorney, forcing them to concede. She found all the flaws and knew how to argue for me. That’s a real trial attorney. I’m grateful I was recommended to her and I’m extremely grateful she took my case last minute and with zero notice. Do yourself a favor and call her, you won’t find an attorney that fights harder for you.

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Latoya Roberta-Angela James's Lawyer Endorsements

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Donald Dennison

Family lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Latoya James knows her stuff. Her experience speaks for itself. I interned for her while in law school and she is one of my many attorney role-models. Although I practice in New Jersey now, I recommend Latoya to anyone in New York in need of representation in the family law/criminal defense realms."

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Ronald Zimmer

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Latoya is an excellent attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. I have had the opportunity to see her work and I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. I think she is an asset to the legal community!"

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable defense attorney, dedicated to her clients' success."

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Olivier Roche

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. She is assertive and extremely intelligent."

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Edward Palermo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Brocato

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. James spent many years building cases for the district attorney's office and now that she is in private practice she knows exactly how to take those same case apart."

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Melissa Aguanno

Mediation lawyer | Dec 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Latoya is a knowledgeable and caring attorney. She has the ability to make every client feel comfortable and at ease when faced with the most difficult of times. She is competent and a great attorney."

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Jack Piana

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Latoya is a dedicated advocate for her clients. She has built strong relationships in the legal community based upon her work ethic, personality and skill. She is an excellent attorney."

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Christopher Gioe

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. she is fantastic attorney. Intelligent and aggressive."

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Jonathan Manley

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Latoya is one of the finest attorneys in Suffolk County. She is an aggressive litigator who is dedicated to her clients. I highly endorse her to anyone looking for an attorney."

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Adelola Dow

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Ms. James for over ten years. Ms. James is an exceptional trial attorney. She is knowledgeable, articulate, skillful, and a passionate lawyer who knows the inner workings of our criminal system. There is no doubt in my mind that she serves her clients with ultimate vigor."

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Edward Palermo

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Melissa Aguanno

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Jack Piana

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Christopher Gioe

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Christopher Brocato

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Adelola Dow

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Jonathan Manley

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News

2024

Top Family Lawyer on Long Island, Long Island Herald

2023

Attorney of the Year, You Can go to College Committee

2023

Lifetime Achievement Award, President Joseph R. Biden

2022

Excellence in Empowering Women, Long Island Against Domestic Violence

2015

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2006

Merit Award for Excellence in Prosecution, U.S. Marshall's NY/NJ Regional Task Force

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Consulting Attorney, Long Island Against Domestic Violence formerly Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence

2013 - Present

Owner, The James Firm, PLLC

2006 - 2013

Senior Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association

Executive Board Member

2014 - Present

Suffolk County Women's Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

City University of New York, Queens College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Round Table

Starting a Solo Practice

2016

Speaking Engagement

Women in Politics

2016

Round Table

Starting a Solo Practice

2015

Speaking Engagement

Women in Politics

Languages

English

Spanish

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