Excellent representation, best outcome, and all-around great person
I hired Mr. Breslin to represent me in a relatively straightforward misdemeanor larceny case and could not have been happier with the representation he provided as well as the outcome he procured for me. From the very beginning, he was reliable and quick in responding to my inquiries, and took the time to answer all of my questions in a thorough, kind, and professional way. My case was relatively minor, but I never felt that this affected his level of attention or commitment to my case. His fee structure was transparent and fair (he charges a flat fee for petit larceny cases), and payment was easy through an online system.
Pandemic-related restrictions resulted in multiple delays with the courts (outside of anyone's control), but Mr. Breslin kept me informed and helped me navigate the changes in procedure; I always felt that I could count on him to provide the knowledge and support necessary to help me through the process. Additionally, Mr. Breslin demonstrated familiarity and experience with the local court, law enforcement, and prosecutorial professionals, and I gathered that his reputation within the local justice community was of great benefit to my case.
Mr. Breslin was ultimately able to secure the best possible outcome for me, and I could not be happier with the way that he handled my case and treated me as a person—always with professionalism and respect. I could not recommend him highly enough and if I were ever in need of future legal representation he would be my first call.
I hired Sam Breslin for a DWI charge in Albany County and I could not be more pleased with my decision. This was one of the toughest situations in my life and I was interested in finding someone local to the area and specifically listed DWI law as one of their specialties which led me to Sam. His website was easy to use and people had written glowing reviews. What was even better, I was contacted within an hour or two on a Sunday by someone at the law group to collect the information of my case. When Sam called to talk, he could not have been a better human being. He was incredibly compassionate about the range of emotions I was experiencing and when it came to being a lawyer, he made it very simple to understand the law. While there was things I hoped could happen that the law does not allow, Sam did not make me feel like I wasted his time with my questions and that made it easier to appreciate and understand. He got right to work and did all the necessary due diligence and we were able to get quick resolution. I highly recommend Sam if you are in a similar situation as me because he really put me at ease. Not just a great lawyer but an excellent human being!
I represent individuals injured in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bus accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, and all other personal injury matters.
13 years
BRESLIN LAW GROUP, PLLC is a full service trial firm focused on resolving our clients' needs in an efficient, sophisticated, and economical manner. We handle a variety of legal issues, including, but not limited to: complex business litigation, white collar defense and internal investigations, state agency issues, professional licensing matters, state and federal criminal defense, driving while intoxicated misdemeanors and felonies (DWI defense), and personal injury litigation. Â
We approach every case with the client's long-term goals in mind, and seek to identify and address issues before they arise. Our courtroom and practical experience, paired with the use of cutting edge technology, provide our clients with the caliber of representation typically associated with larger firms, at a lower cost.
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent representation, best outcome, and all-around great person
I hired Mr. Breslin to represent me in a relatively straightforward misdemeanor larceny case and could not have been happier with the representation he provided as well as the outcome he procured for me. From the very beginning, he was reliable and quick in responding to my inquiries, and took the time to answer all of my questions in a thorough, kind, and professional way. My case was relatively minor, but I never felt that this affected his level of attention or commitment to my case. His fee structure was transparent and fair (he charges a flat fee for petit larceny cases), and payment was easy through an online system.
Pandemic-related restrictions resulted in multiple delays with the courts (outside of anyone's control), but Mr. Breslin kept me informed and helped me navigate the changes in procedure; I always felt that I could count on him to provide the knowledge and support necessary to help me through the process. Additionally, Mr. Breslin demonstrated familiarity and experience with the local court, law enforcement, and prosecutorial professionals, and I gathered that his reputation within the local justice community was of great benefit to my case.
Mr. Breslin was ultimately able to secure the best possible outcome for me, and I could not be happier with the way that he handled my case and treated me as a person—always with professionalism and respect. I could not recommend him highly enough and if I were ever in need of future legal representation he would be my first call.
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Posted by Chris | October 12, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Albany County DWI Resolution, Highly Recommend!
I hired Sam Breslin for a DWI charge in Albany County and I could not be more pleased with my decision. This was one of the toughest situations in my life and I was interested in finding someone local to the area and specifically listed DWI law as one of their specialties which led me to Sam. His website was easy to use and people had written glowing reviews. What was even better, I was contacted within an hour or two on a Sunday by someone at the law group to collect the information of my case. When Sam called to talk, he could not have been a better human being. He was incredibly compassionate about the range of emotions I was experiencing and when it came to being a lawyer, he made it very simple to understand the law. While there was things I hoped could happen that the law does not allow, Sam did not make me feel like I wasted his time with my questions and that made it easier to appreciate and understand. He got right to work and did all the necessary due diligence and we were able to get quick resolution. I highly recommend Sam if you are in a similar situation as me because he really put me at ease. Not just a great lawyer but an excellent human being!
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Response from Samuel BreslinNovember 9, 2020
Thank you! I was very pleased with this result and appreciate your kind words.
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Sam Breslin Highly Recommend:
Sam was truly amazing. Unfortunately I was arrested for a second DWI which he was able to get reduced to a another DUAI. I was facing criminal charges and possible jail time.
He is very personable, responsive, open minded and honest.
I would recommend him to anyone. He is worth way more than he charges.
Posted by anonymous | February 1, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and Assuring
I was very lucky to work with someone like Sam on my DWI charge. Sam's legal knowledge and communication helped me understand all the paths forward that would have been impossible to discover on my own. Sam had an empathetic and assuring approach that put me at ease during a very uneasy time. Sam was successful at reducing my charges and was able to get items dropped that would have been very difficult to recover from financially and professionally. I hope to never need Sam's services again, but if I ever do, I would not hesitate to contact him again.
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Posted by Bridget | July 31, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Hard working and Affordable DWI lawyer
I hired Sam Breslin to help me with a DWI charge. He helped me on the price and made me feel comfortable from the start. He always took the time to answer my questions and I never felt rushed. Sam is creative and hard working which showed in the result of my case. He exceeded my expectations and I gladly recommend him to anyone who wants to rest easy knowing your case is in capable hands! Thank you, Sam!
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Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2019
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travels long distance through icy weather
I searched the internet for A DWI lawyer. I called the Breslin Law Group and spoke with Sam Breslin. I hired Sam Breslin to help me with A DWI charge in St Lawrence County. He told me what I could expect and eased my mind some. He was easy to talk to.
My first court appearance was rescheduled due to a snowstorm. When Sam did come he drove back to Albany in a ice storm. His round trip to was at least 8 hours of travel. My case was resolved quickly and I received a great resolution. I would highly recommend Sam for anyone who needs a DWI lawyer.
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Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2019
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DWI
Sam Breslin by far exceed my expectations in the outcome in my complicated DWI case, which, thanks to his outstanding work, resulted in non-criminal violation. If you are looking for real results in your DWI, and a lawyer who is honest and dedicated to fight on your behalf - Sam is the person to turn to.
Posted by Jordan | November 13, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding Representation-Outstanding Results
Sam is an excellent attorney. I was in a very bad place and nobody would listen to my side of the story. I was pulled over for absolutely no reason by troopers and consequently arrested. I refused to blow into the breathalyzer because my rights were violated every step of the process. I did not realize that Albany had special laws about this assertion of your statutory right. Sam listened to my story and fought very hard for me. He represented me through the refusal hearing at DMV which we won (very rare) while a different attorney told me to just waive the hearing. I thank God I picked Sam. Sam won my DMV case with his keen ability to understand the questions to ask at the right times at the right hearings. He knew how to get the troopers to hang themselves with their own lies. He also knew how to face an aggressive DA and play their tolling game. Sam was insistent on moving to dismiss when a trooper ignored a judges subpoena to appear after the trooper came up with every excuse. They knew they had lied and Sam knew that the dog ate their homework. His team changed my life with his commitment and knowledge. He was reasonably priced and worked with me when I couldn't cough up thousands like most of the other attorneys try to get you to do. His results must be better. Gratitude is not enough. He is also a very nice guy without being cocky unlike most other attorneys I consulted with. He did everything possible and his method in front of a judge is very well thought out. If your looking for an attorney with excellent courtroom skill and who treats you like you are human, Sam Breslin is that attorney. He even has a calming effect in the face of terrible stress. He also sheds light on the police conduct in front of the judges, which is something that we must do to keep these troopers from getting out of control like they did in my case. Words and gratitude are simply not enough to express how he changed the course of my future. Although the incident ruined a lot of my life (lost my apartment, job, and car), Sam worked for justice and stopped a terrible possibility. Excellent attorney and outstanding result.
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Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Amazing DUI Lawyer & Professional
I received an out-of-state DUI and had a three day court window. Mr. Breslin immediately responded to my online inquiry and we met the very next day. He's very honest and upfront about possible outcomes and knows the laws, local courts, the DAs, judges, etc. and is well liked among the system. I couldn't have asked for a better DUI attorney. Highly recommended!
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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2018
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Criminal defense
Sam did a great job defending my daughter from a felony charge, which in the end was dismissed. He was available for us at a moments notice and advised us on how to handle our situation. He worked with the prosecutors office to understand and clarify the facts of the situation, with several review sessions in court, with the eventual conclusion that my daughter was absolved and the case dismissed.
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Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2018
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Couldn’t be happier with outcome
I had found Mr. Breslin through an internet search when I was charged with filing a false report to the police. As soon as I spoke to him on the phone, much of my anxiety lifted and I was confident I found the right representative. He made the whole process a lot less scary for a person who was not familiar being in a court setting and even got the criminal charges reduced to a disorderly conduct violation. Very happy with the results and will continue to use Sam for all my legal needs.
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Posted by sarah | March 2, 2018
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i would recommend him to a friend.
if i could give sam one hundred stars i would. i recently had some stuff happen and i didn’t even know where to begin. i googled lawyers near me and sam was one of the first to appear. he looked like a nice person and the reviews were excellent so i reached out and i’m so glad that i did. he is so kind, and funny, and just about the least judgmental person i’ve ever met. he’s helped me every step of the way. he made me laugh when i was so scared that i wanted to cry. even other people have told me what a great lawyer i have. he answers my questions and explains things to me. and he did absolutely everything he said he would. this is easily the scariest and hardest thing i’ve ever had to go through in my life but sam made me feel like i wasn’t alone, like i had someone in my corner. not only is he a fantastic lawyer, he’s a wonderful person. there are plenty of lawyers in new york but only one sam. if you find yourself needing a lawyer, hire sam. best decision you’ll ever make.
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Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding
Sam helped me to get the best possible outcome out of my DWI ticket. He has been extremely quick in his responses and has gone above and beyond in regards to answering all my questions related to the matter. In addition to getting my DWI dropped to a lesser charge he was able to have my speeding ticket dismissed. Sam went above and beyond my expectations and was a pleasure to work with.
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Posted by David | July 14, 2017
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Personal Injury Case
I was referred to Mr Breslin from another law firm that didn't want to deal with an elevator accident, I had a broken foot from a fall and Sam took time to listen to me and helped with all the documentation that I given him, He was fair and honest and very easy to speak to, He is very professional and always returns phone calls with updates, I had a difficult case however, Mr Breslin made it very successful, I cannot thank him enough,
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Posted by Martin | July 12, 2017
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Amazing
Sam was absolutly great, very understanding of my situation, helped me completely throught the entire process. He was fast to meet up and helped me resolve my case as soon as possible. Was helpful with questions at anytime , responded to my calls as soon as he could. Highly recomend him to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Mr. Breslin saved my life
Not only did he competently represent me as a criminal defense attorney; he was proactive in a no win situation & gave me the best possible outcome. I watched defendants with the same plea deal get multiple years in prison. What I respected most about him was that he was personable while being professional. He legitimately cared about me. I would recommend him to anyone in a similar situation.
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Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2015
An authentic person.......and lawyer
Sam is exactly what you hope a lawyer to be. Sam is understanding, kind and incredibly sensitive to how a client is feeling. I always felt that I was able to ask questions and receive genuine answers.
Response from Samuel BreslinMay 26, 2015
Thank you for the kind review. I try to put myself in my clients' shoes and see cases from their perspective. The legal system is complicated and often "clunky" - I do my best to educate clients while zealously representing them.
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2015
A+ Service. Highly Recommended.
Mr. Breslin is friendly, professional, and was the essence of a zealous advocate in my DWI charge/proceeding. His rate was very reasonable and he was VERY accessible (all of my calls were picked up and all emails that I sent him were answered within the hour).
Before retaining Mr. Breslin I consulted with 6 of the most reputable local DWI attorney's (all of whom gave me a similar assessment of my initial case and chances in court to the assessment that Mr. Breslin gave me). My chances at any sort of reduction of my DWI charge we're slim to none based on the facts of my case. I decided to retain Mr. Breslin because despite giving me the same bleak chances that the other 5 attorney's gave me, Mr. Breslin seemed like the only one who wasn't going to "phone it in", and actually submit vigorous arguments on my behalf, no matter how weak. In other words the choice to retain Mr. Breslin was a personal one, as all attorney's were qualified from a legal perspective.
As you can probably tell by the glowing lead-up in this review, Mr. Breslin negotiated a plea deal on my behalf that, based on, all research I can find, isnt available to anyone else in my situation in the state of New York. This result was achieved all the while keeping me informed and in the loop of all processes and developments along the way. I'm aware that these results aren't typical, and my case does not necessarily mean a similar outcome for future clients, but I was very happy with the services rendered and would retain him again for any criminal matters going forward (hopefully that won't be necessary :) )
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Response from Samuel BreslinMay 26, 2015
Thank you very much for the review. DWI cases are complicated and multifaceted, and this was truly an excellent outcome. I work diligently to get to know my clients, which provides me the opportunity to present their cases in a unique light.
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2011
Success and Justice Prevails or Glens Falls is full of Racist over-zealous cops
At first I was scared out of my mind with worry. I had to change from my original lawyer due to the nature of my case. Sam Breslin came highly recommended. Although I was nervous and had doubts, Sam immediately put me at ease with a thorough description of what his office is capable of accomplishing. He was right on the money. He finished what he promised. He didn't lead me down a path without explaining the dangers. He told me the truth as I needed to hear it; both good and bad. He told me his office was taking care of me, he told me to trust them, and although I was nervous, I did. Here's some advice: I called his office repeatedly, even though Sam tried to get me to stop, for the first month and a half after retaining his services...that only added to the bill. He is not a priest. Leave your lawyer to do his job and go find a priest or a good friend to talk to, its better that way. Even though Sam always came to the phone and never ignored me I wasn't letting him work when he had to stop and talk to me. In the end it worked out the way I needed it to for me, my family, and everyone else involved. I highly recommend retaining Sam Breslin but hope to the Lord that I never have to again. The next time I see him I hope to be sharing a steak dinner with him.
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Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2021
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| Consulted Attorney
DON'T BOTHER
He may be a good lawyer but I never got the chance to find out. After three phone calls speaking with Brittany I was promised he would return my phone call. And after three emails (one directly to Mr. Breslin) I still received no response. Horrible communication.
Response from Samuel BreslinJanuary 27, 2021
I'm very sorry we didn't get back to you, and hope that everything works out. Unfortunately we had a covid scare in the office and had to quickly shift operations to remote, and it looks like your inquiries slipped through the cracks. We strive to get back to everyone, and in this instance we clearly failed; for that I'm truly sorry. If you would like to talk about your case, please call the office and Brittany will set up a zoom or a call.
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Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sam is an excellent attorney who puts his clients first every time. I would never hesitate to refer a matter to him, knowing that he works tirelessly to defend his clients. We've worked together on matters in the past and I've known him to be an insightful and inventive advocate."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Breslin is an experienced defense attorney with a reputation for getting his clients results. He has significant trial experience and does not hesitate to challenge the prosecution - he knows the law and knows how to make it work for his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sam Breslin is a competent and well-established attorney here in the Capitol Region. He knows the courts, the judges, and the prosecutors. His experience and connections are invaluable assets to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sam is a superb criminal defense attorney whom I have known for several years. He is a dedicated and passionate advocate for his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who is in need of a criminal defense attorney.
I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Sam is a knowledgeable, skilled, and effective advocate for his clients. He is also personable and cares about his clients and their needs. I recommend his services without hesitation."