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 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Child Support

Posted by Donna | June 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

You will always feel like her only client and number one priority

I have retained LaToya James multiple times for custody petitions, child support, violations, motions and modifications and NEVER lost. When you retain Latoya you hire a well-known, highly respected attorney. She does not make false promises or mislead you. She is well versed in the law. She wil...l educate you and explain the law to you while presenting your legal options. Calls, texts and emails are promptly returned. She listens to you and is compassionate. Latoya is strategic in her methods, preparing what your future may hold with your case. She placed ONE simple sentence in my stipulation, which has prevented further litigation. In the court she is assertive and aggressive and a force to be reckoned with. Should you need to go to trial you will be prepared and confident about the proceedings. Latoya is a highly sought attorney. You will always feel like her only client and number one priority. Retaining Latoya James is an investment to have things done correct the first time, saving you time, money and provides peace for your future.

Posted by Candice | August 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Highly recommend

Latoya was absolutely amazing to work with. When going thru an Order Of Protection and a Divorce at the same time I didn’t know where to begin. She helped me take all the proper steps needed to make the process easier on me and my children. I started with her for a stay away order and then took her o...n for my child support and custody. She is fierce and doesn’t back down. She also always responded right away so I was never left wondering with unanswered questions. I don’t know how I would have gone thru this without her by my side. Search no more, you’ve found your Lawyer.

Posted by Aleisha | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Knowledgeable and Resourceful Legal Mind

I sought a consultation from Ms James regarding an order of protection, custody, and child support case. She was extremely knowledgeable and resourceful and even corrected a misconception that another attorney told me of. She was caring and understanding throughout the case and even after the case wa...s concluded. I would give her the highest recommendation as she clearly knows the legal system and how to favorably argue on behalf of her clients. It was due to her that my case had the appropriate outcome.

Posted by Charity | November 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Latoya is Top Notch!!!

I’ve had two what felt like very stressful court cases (one for a restraining order, one for back child support on the same person) over the course of three years and each time I worked with Latoya she made the process seamless and stress free! Latoya truly is a Godsend. Listen to her advice, fo...llow it to a “T”, and she will work to make sure you come out on top! With Latoya on your side, you will finally be at peace. I highly recommend using Latoya’s services and I will continue having her as my go-to lawyer for any family court issues.

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Truly wonderful human and Badass attorney

Ms. James plays no games. If you want to win in Family Court, she is the best and only choice, period. Do your research on every lawyer you are thinking about hiring. Ms. James clients all say the same thing. She’s real, honest , kind and compassionate to everyone she represents. While she is profess...ional she is going to fight for you and will be a complete nightmare to the opposition to make sure you get what you want. Ms. James was a rockstar during our trial. My husbands attorney had no idea how to fight back. She got me more child support than I imagined I would get. I will be using her for my custody case and any other case that comes up.

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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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Jack Piana

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Christopher Gioe

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Christopher Brocato

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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

Activity

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