Thomas J. Melanson

Thomas J. Melanson

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kingston, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +2 more

273 Wall Street, Suite 202, Kingston, NY

About Thomas

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 20%

30 years

20%
Federal Crime 10%

30 years

10%
Sex Crime 10%

30 years

10%
Violent Crime 10%

30 years

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 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

Terminated - Nonpayment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Melanson Law Office, PC

273 Wall Street, Suite 202, Kingston, NY, 12401

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Thomas J. Melanson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Hire him from the beginning...

When I was charged with a felony DWI I need a lawyer who listen, care for and defend me to the best of their ability. Having children and a career, I knew that loosing my license would be detrimental my children's lives because I could potentially loose my job or need to quit my job. I had initiall...y hired a larger firm, with the mindset that "you get what you pay for." After a few weeks, I found myself to be utterly disappointed with my decision. I signed the contract and payed the fee, but nobody would return my calls in regards to my case, or call me to update me on my case. I felt like I was in the dark. Then when I finally did receive a call, instead of the lawyer talking to like their was hope, he talked to meet like I was just another case in their case load. I was utterly disappointed in my decision. I then began saving money to seek out other representation. A coworker of mine suggested I meet with Attorney Melanson. After meeting with him for a short time, I realized he was the person I needed from the beginning. He made me feel like he had my back at a time when I desperately needed someone to. Attorney Melanson returned my calls almost immediately, was honest and upfront about my case from the beginning, and treated me like I was his most important client. He made sure I knew the worst possible outcome but fought incredibly hard to get the best possible outcome. In the end, my case was reduced significantly. I have my job, my license and most importantly my children's safety and security.My family and I are so thankful for his hard work and for his dedication to my case.

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

TRULY EXCEPTIONAL ,ASTONISHINGLY EXCELLENT

Thomas is an excellent excellent lawyer you can bet your bottom dollar that he will not steer you wrong in anyway shape or form.He is the real deal a straight shooter and truly exceptional at what he does.He formulated a plan reviewed the whole case in true dept and took a course of action and carrie...d it out and he will keep you informed every step of the way while he is doing so.If you call him he will get back to you will not have you waiting and the best part he is extremely affordable by all means TRUST me.If you want a real lawyer if you want true representation look no more,go in that court room with your head held high feeling lucky because you have THOMAS MELANSON on your side fighting for you.THIS GUY IS THE TRUTH...RETAIN HIM IT'LL BE THE BEST INVESTMENT THAT YOU WILL PROBABLY MAKE IN YOUR WHOLE LIFE...CASE CLOSE... THANK YOU THOMAS MY FAMILY AND I APPRECIATE YOU TONS...!!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Prior Client

Thomas Melanson is an extremely respectful, diligent, and experienced attorney. Having worked with him during one of the most difficult times in my adult life, he showed me nothing but care, concern and positive results. With patience, understanding and hard work, he aided me in turning a potentially... horrific situation into a tolerable and even life changing process with a positive outcome. I highly recommend Thomas Melanson as a criminal defense attorney and would use him again without hesitation.

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Thomas J. Melanson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Joseph

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Tom for over 20 years, and he is one of the most talented lawyers I've ever known. He has been a respected prosecutor and defense attorney for years, and is extremely effective in getting the best results for his clients. If you have a legal need, you honestly cannot get better representation than Tom."

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Allen Knox

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Mr. Melanson when we were both prosecutors and I got the pleasure of watching him try a case. He gave one of the best closing arguments that I have heard from another lawyer in a criminal case. Mr. Melanson is an experienced, dedicated, dependable and effective criminal trial lawyer. I would recommend him to any person seeking an effective, practical, common sense defense."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Member, National College for DUI Defense

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

N/A

Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, Melanson Law Office

2014 - Present

Appointed Committee Member, State of New York, Third Judicial District, Committee on Character and Fitness

2011 - 2016

Attorney, Thomas J. Melanson, Esq.

2008 - 2011

Managing Director, Thacher Associates, LLC

2008 - 2008

Assistant District Attorney, Ulster County District Attorney's Office

2006 - 2007

Prosecuting Attorney, New York State Organized Crime Task Force

1998 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, Paulding County District Court

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

New York State Defenders Association

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Education

1996

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Boston College

MA - Masters

1990

Lenoir-Rhyne College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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