Richard Pellegrino II

Richard Pellegrino II

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Riverhead, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business ... +3 more

112 West Main Street, Riverhead, NY

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

As a former Prosecutor, Richard Pellegrino II obtained specialized training and experience handling criminal matters and is skilled with respect to the plea negotiations, motions, hearings and trials that determine their outcome. In addition, Richard Pellegrino II has specialized training and experience in the handling of DUI and DWI cases and the various scientific methods used to analyze blood alcohol and/or drug impairment levels affecting an individual’s ability to operate a motor vehicle

35 years

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

As a former Prosecutor, Richard Pellegrino II obtained specialized training and experience handling criminal matters and is skilled with respect to the plea negotiations, motions, hearings and trials that determine their outcome. In addition, Richard Pellegrino II has specialized training and experience in the handling of DUI and DWI cases and the various scientific methods used to analyze blood alcohol and/or drug impairment levels affecting an individual’s ability to operate a motor vehicle

35 years

25%
Business 20%

The Law Office of Richard Pellegrino II advises and represents new and established businesses with respect to a broad range of business law issues and assists clients in the development and implementation of strategies that help them to achieve their goals and improve their business. The Law Office represents individuals, partners, shareholders, members, and limited liability companies.

32 years

20%
Employment and Labor 20%

The Law Office of Richard Pellegrino II advises and represents individuals and employers with respect to employment and labor law matters in the private sector. The Law Office handles claims alleging all forms of illegal discrimination and sexual harassment and advises and represents clients with respect to employment agreements, restrictive covenants, disciplinary action, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. The Law Office also prepares employee handbooks and company policies.

32 years

20%
Real Estate 5%

The Law Office of Richard Pellegrino II specializes in real estate law and advises and represents individuals and businesses with respect to residential and commercial real estate transactions. The Law Office works closely with its clients with respect to (1) negotiating and drafting contracts, (2) reviewing title searches, (3) clearing exceptions to title, (4) obtaining financing, (5) restructuring debt, and (6) closing transactions.

32 years

5%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

As a former Prosecutor, Richard Pellegrino II obtained specialized training and experience handling criminal and traffic matters and is skilled with respect to the plea negotiations, motions, hearings and trials that determine their outcome. In addition, Richard Pellegrino II has specialized training and experience in the handling of DUI and DWI cases and the various scientific methods used to analyze blood alcohol and/or drug impairment levels.

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1991

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Richard Pellegrino II, Esq.

112 West Main Street, Riverhead, NY, 11901

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Richard Pellegrino II's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent criminal defense attorney

We retained Richard Pellegrino to represent a teen-aged member of our family who got into trouble after drinking alcohol. From the moment he was hired late in the evening before an initial court appearance scheduled for the morning of the next day, Richard provided consistently professional, tirel...ess and effective representation that ultimately resulted in a favorable resolution of the case. Richard was always available to his client, responded promptly to all of his client's telephone calls and answered all of his client's questions. He was very understanding of his client's concerns and developed an excellent rapport with his teen-aged client. Richard knows the law, has extensive experience with the criminal justice system and is attentive to his client's needs. We highly recommend Richard Pellegrino.

Posted by Philip | July 06, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Richard Pelligrino - Highly Recommended

I reached out to Mr. Richard Pelligrino recently for legal representation. He immediately answered the call and met with me in person later that same day. He spent countless hours combing through the facts of the case and utilizing his 20+ years of experience in the criminal courts to ensure the be...st possible outcome for me and my family. From start to finish, he showed an unbelievably strong work ethic, great attention to detail, expert negotiation skills, and was always available to discuss the case. Throughout the legal process, he provided expert advice and reassurance in a kind-hearted manner, all for a very affordable fee. When dealing with the courts, he represented me and my family in an extremely professional manner. I would highly recommend Mr. Pelligrino to anyone looking for excellent legal representation during a challenging time. I am very pleased with the outcome and results of my case.

Posted by Joseph | May 27, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Very knowledgeable, a great lawyer

When we needed a lawyer who was very knowledgeable in DWI law, we found Mr. Pellegrino. He was very patient and made sure we understood each step in the legal process and what our options were. Richard understood our concerns and in the end, got us the best deal possible. He is an outstanding lawy...er and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of legal counsel.

Posted by Joe | November 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense

A shot i9n the dark proved fortuitous!

When I got the call that my son was in trouble with the police I knew I had to get to the court as quickly as possible and that I needed an attorney. I had no idea who to call so while I was on the road my wife went online to do research. After looking at many sites she decided I should call Mr. Pe...llegrino, which I did. Mr. Pellegrino was calm and reassuring. With no other information besides my call Mr. Pellegreino left his home in Riverhead on a cold, wet Saturday morning to help my son. At court Mr. Pellegrino walked us through the initial stages of the case, explained what would be the likely course of events over the next 6 months and prepared us for what we needed to do. Everything Mr. Pellegrino told us has come to pass. The problem is resolving itself through the court system and the one hiccup that came when the courts charged us a penalty that was too high has been resolved with the help of Mr. Pellegrino. I would recommend Rich Pellegrino to anyone who finds themselves caught in the court system and in need oh help.

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

I was recently criminally charged with a DWAI drug offense. Do to the severe nature of the charge I was advised to seek council. I met with a lawyer I found on the Internet. I liked him very much. His professionalism was comforting not to mention he seemed very knowledgeable on my particular charge. ...During the duration of the case my lawyer was very responsive to my questions and great at keeping me informed. As the case progressed I realized I hired a 5 star trustworthy individual. I am very satisfied with the outcome of the case. My lawyer was excellent every step of the way and he did a great job negotiating my case with the DA. I would highly recommend him.

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Richard Pellegrino II's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Sidoti

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I unreservedly endorse Richard Pellegrino. Richard is extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and shows a level of concern for his clients that I have rarely seen in my almost 3 decades of practice. And, he gets incredible results based on his intimate understanding of the law, the system and the prosecutors he deals with. I strongly recommend Richard to anyone in need of highly competent and compassionate representation in criminal defense matters."

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Jared Hollett

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard has been a vital asset during the course of my practice. I have had the privilege to see, first hand, some of his interactions with clients and beyond his depth of knowledge of criminal law and procedure his listens and empathizes with clients in a way which allows them to see through trying times. Richard is a truly experienced practitioner in the criminal law bar and a valuable member of the community."

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Marissa Glass

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Desanto

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Richard on a number of occasions. In addition to being a very talented defense attorney who fights hard for his clients, he is one of the most compassionate attorneys I've worked with. I highly recommend Richard."

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Frank Messina

General practice lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Richard Pellegrino without reservation. He is an intelligent, diligent professional who does not compromise to achieve the best result for his client."

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Jared Hollett

Commercial real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1980

Honor Society, National Honor Society

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Richard Pellegrino

1991 - 1994

Assistant District Attorney, Nassau County District Attorney's Office

1991 - 1994

Prosecuting Attorney, Nassau County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1991 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

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Education

1990

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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