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As a graduate of the University at Buffalo and Albany Law School, I began my career as an Assistant District Attorney in upstate New York where I prosecuted thousands of cases including felonies, misdemeanors, violations and DWI. As a prosecutor, I learned the values of fairness and truth. I quickly learned that good people can make mistakes, but that doesn’t make them bad people. The system sometimes forgets that it’s supposed to judge your actions and character, not your address or clothes. I fight for my clients because justice should remain blind.
After leaving law enforcement, I joined the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board in their litigation unit. I recovered more than $150 million owed to the State from businesses involved in defaulted workers’ compensation trust funds. Through progressive litigation, our unit battled against some of the largest law firms in the State – and the country. We found success not just through our tenacious attitudes, but through our unmatched knowledge in a rapidly evolving field of law. These attitudes and skills have carried over and our firm brings them to each matter it handles.
After my residency at the Workers’ Compensation Board, I transferred back to the field of criminal justice, quite literally. Upon accepting a senior attorney position with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice, I became more administratively involved in the application of forensic sciences, public safety and legislative creation. From mitochondrial DNA to the Datamaster breath test instrument, I became fully involved in each technical aspect of a criminal prosecution. While some attorneys may boast about how well they understand the science that supports law enforcement, I helped write those rules they “understand” so well.
Whether you are being criminally prosecuted, your business and livelihood is being threatened or somebody has hurt you or a loved one and refuses to compensate you for that loss, you deserve a capable and experienced attorney who isn’t just a slogan on the radio.
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40 British American Blvd. 2nd Floor, Latham, NY, 12110
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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...
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 ...
Posted by Renee | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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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 ...
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.
"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."
"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."
"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."
Divorce and separation lawyer
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
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
2009 - Present
American Bar Association
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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JD - Juris Doctor
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Will I go to jail for my first petty larceny? Will I lose my kid if she was with me? I've never been in trouble I'm scared
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27 Apr 2016