Joseph Mariner Gerstenzang

Mr. Gerstenzang is the best at what he does. His extensive knowledge of the law added comfort to my legal journey. Mr. Gerstenzang exhuberated confidence with class throughout the legal process in and out of court. Every bit of his advice was spot on accurate and pertinent to the outstanding disposi...tion I received from the court. Mr Gerstenzang provided an abundance of time to make case options clear, discussed legal strategies, shared exactly how the processes would unfold from beginning to end and did so with accuracy. Without reservation, I highly recommend Mr. Gerstenzang for any criminal legal matters. I am confident he will provide nothing short of his absolute best.

Joe Gerstenzang was the best decision I could have made for myself regarding my legal trouble. He is forthright, accountable, proficient, communicative, and creative with his interpretation of the law. I had a second DWI approximately one year after my first, and was looking down the barrel of so...me harsh and seemingly endless penalties. Joe made me feel extremely confident and well represented throughout the process and in the courtroom. And he was able to achieve the results I was hoping for. My first impression was that Joe was realistic and honest with me. We went over my case, which had been delayed for 10+ months due to covid court closures. Joe was honest with me about how he thought my case looked, and we made decisions from there. The decisions we made felt collaborative and I always felt like my voice was heard, and my story was understood. Proceeding from there, Joe was able to negotiate a deal that I found extremely generous. One thing that really stood out to me: Due to covid court closures where I live, I was not able to drive for a very long time, as my case had remained stagnant while my license revocation remained in place. By the time the courts opened back up, I was not set to get my license back for a long time. The court did not want to recognize this closure time as time served of any suspension. This is where Joe got creative. I don't exactly know how he did it, but Joe was able to get creative with his interpretation of law. He got me on the road again. Had I hired a lesser lawyer, I may have been Uber-bound for another 6-12 months. Joe was always in communication with me, always willing to talk on the phone. He took things seriously. This told me that he understood how serious these matters were for me. Even as my case seemed like it was set to wrap itself up, Joe was in contact about little small details that I would have not thought about. I cannot recommend Mr. Gerstenzang enough. I have known people who have hired lesser lawyers for DWIs in NY, most likely to save a bit of money, and I've heard horror stories. Whatever amount you save on a cheap lawyer, you will end up paying more in the long run, both with your wallet, time, and your peace of mind. It's worth it. Thank you Joe.

Joe helped me with a case that could have been life changing in the worst way. He is very professional, knowledgeable, personable and went way beyond the call of duty for me. I felt like I finally had someone in my corner when I felt isolated and it seemed like most of the known world was out to get ...me. Joe quickly became a lone torch holder showing me the way to safety when my world became very dark and scary. I can’t recommend him highly enough when you unexpectedly need to navigate your way through the often confusing legal system and are out of your element with possibly your freedom and reputation on the line. I, like many, have made some questionable decisions before in my life but trusting Joe was definitely the best decision I have made and worth every penny! Thank you joe, from me and my family. Thanks to you we avoided what could have been a much darker future.

One day, a Police officer showed up at my house and began questioning me about an allegation made by an ex-partner of mine. The allegation wasn’t true so naturally I was shocked and confused but now talking to an officer who has been told that I did something horrible. At one point I wasn’t sure ho...w to handle the interaction with the police because I had nothing to hide and just wanted to clear up the situation but I also knew that “anything I say can, and will, be used against me in a court of law”. I stopped answering questions and informed the officer, respectfully, that I wanted to consult with an attorney (one of the best decisions of my life) before I continued the interview. I was referred to talk to Joe by a trusted friend and Joe quickly got me in the right mindset. It became clear to me that Joe is an intelligent, decent, personable and knowledgeable attorney. His experienced legal advice was very helpful in my understanding of the realities of this legal situation that I had now found myself dealing with. Talking to him put me more at ease because he clearly understood my specific situation and the potential legal ramifications of even a false allegation, where as I was pretty naive. He interacted with the officer about the investigation on my behalf and all I had to do was talk to Joe and be honest about what he was asking me. Joe was always available when I had questions and did a great job of explaining the nuances of my case that would have totally escaped me had it not been for his insight and extensive experience. The situation got cleared up pretty quickly and with little damage. Joe successfully helped protect me against what could have been a life altering charge brought by a vengeful ex-partner. At a time when my freedom and reputation were at stake, I’m glad I had Joe handling it for me, as my family is too. Thanks Joe, I appreciate you!

The things you never knew you’d need from a lawyer seem to be the most important things. Joe was not just knowledgeable and personable, but clearly was able to read me and what I needed, would struggle with, and help me to prepare for what lay ahead. Not only was he able to get me a great outcome in ...court, but he was also able to twist my viewpoint a few times to set me up for the hows and whys things are done in the world that is so foreign, and sometimes infuriating, to me. Couldn’t recommend Joe more, he was absolutely fabulous… gps while you’re driving a harrowing cliff in the fog. He’s clear and honest about potential outcomes and helps you to do what you need to do to get through your legal issues.