Marc Christopher Kokosa

Marc Christopher Kokosa

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Latham, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights ... +3 more

40 British American Blvd. 2nd Floor, Latham, NY

About Marc

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

18 years | 2,000 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

18 years | 300 cases

20%
Business 10%

15 years

10%
Civil Rights 10%

13 years

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

17 years | 20,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Kokosa Law Firm

40 British American Blvd. 2nd Floor, Latham, NY, 12110

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Marc Christopher Kokosa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Greg | August 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Marc, best attorney ever!

I hired Marc several times for traffic cases such as speeding and Driving Without a License and the result was always favorable to me. Recently, I was charged with my third DUI and was facing a possible lifetime license revocation. In this case, Marc won the DMV refusal hearing AND punched so many ho...les in the prosecutor's case that they had to offer me a non DUI resolution. Marc saved me years of license revocations, interlocks, thousands in fines, court costs, and penalties. Thanks again Marc.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Great attorney!

I retained Marc for a small claims court matter (landlord dispute) and he exceeded my expectations. He honestly went above and beyond and kept me informed every step of the way. I would hire him in a heart beat.

Posted by Andrew C. | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer for Communication Ever!!

If you want an top quality & honest attorney that won't fill you with BS then Marc is your guy! He was able to get all charges reduced or dropped in all courts! I had previously retained an incompetent attorney and Marc took over what I thought was a lost cause. He helped me in 3 courts for criminal ...traffic charges that I frequently get since I am subject to NYS stupid lifetime look back policy.

Posted by Renee | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Renee Bestlensbuy

I don't even know where to start. First thing that comes to mind, Marc is a hero. He saved my life. I made a "few" very bad decisions (3 in a row) that should have landed me behind bars. I went online and searched for criminal lawyers, called four, they just made me cry at their reaction to ...my crime and the way they answered my questions. Marc was the ONLY one who actually treated me like almost like a friend and not a criminal! AND he invited me to his office to chat in person! At no charge! He spent a good hour with me discussing my situation and he was so friendly and reassured me that I'm not a bad person, he said, I just made some bad decisions and I can get through this and everything will be ok. I was so scared of going to jail and becoming a dissapointment to my friends and family and losing my job. My case could have sent me to jail for a minimum of a year, with a felony record! After 4 months and three court appearances, Marc is a friggin GENIUS! My crime will be down to a misdemeanor, turn in a year, down to just a VIOLATION! He really saved my life and I've learned my lesson after having this second chance to live a free life. He made me feel like I was still a good person and I can put all this behind me soon! Stop right here! You will be so relieved to meet with Marc. He will make everything better!

Posted by DEB | October 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Helping advice and hand

Knowledgeable nice reputation new to Latham NY but not new to law practice. If needing a hand in any criminal Defense or even your last Will testament this man is capability and is limitless.

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Marc Christopher Kokosa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Hunt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is an excellent attorney. He is bright, incredibly skilled, and a very effective advocate. I have referred several individuals with criminal defense matters to him without hesitation and will continue to do so. I endorse this lawyer."

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Glenn Liebert

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A few years ago, Marc and I would often be opposite each other on criminal cases in Warren County. He was with the District Attorney's Office while I was with the Public Defender. Marc was always knowledgeable, patient, and fair in his dealings with me and I have no doubt that those same qualities are in evidence when dealing with his clients. Someone who knows the ins and outs of a prosecutor's office is always good to have on your side."

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William Osta

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of my long term clients had a criminal matter in Rensselaer County. Attorney Kokosa took care of it in two appearances. My client raved about Attorney Kokosa. The matter was ultimately dismissed and he didn't charge my client an arm and a leg. My client thinks Attorney Kokosa is one of the best attorneys he has ever retained."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal Attorney, Kokosa Law Firm

2014 - 2015

Senior Attorney, NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services

2012 - 2014

Senior Attorney, NYS Workers' Compensation Board

2008 - 2012

Assistant District Attorney, Warren County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Education

2002

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Albany Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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