Lisa J. Pelosi

Lisa J. Pelosi

also known as The Law Office of Lisa Pelosi, Lisa Pelosi

4.8
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 41 years

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

1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 108, Poughkeepsie, NY

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Attorney Lisa Pelosi, a former NYC prosecutor, fights for the rights of the accused. I have over 35 years expertise in Criminal Law. I am a former prosecutor. I handle federal and state cases, appeals and I’m a trial attorney. Available 24/7.

41 years | 2,000 cases

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DUI and DWI 20%

The Law Office of Lisa Pelosi has a team of experienced lawyers that will help you navigate your DWI arrest.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 41 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1985

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Lisa Pelosi

1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 108, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601

The Law Office of Lisa Pelosi

50 Broad St., Suite 1609, New York, NY, 10004

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Lisa J. Pelosi's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nadia | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lisa Pelosi is the best !!!

I was facing horrible charges and jail time and most likely getting deported if convicted of a felony ... Thanks to Lisa - I avoided both felony and jail time .. She worked very hard with the DA and judge to get me into a program .. Lisa never gives up... wAs always there for me when I needed her ..... Always Answers my calls or text messages - no matter what time .. I call her my "Angel" ...because of her hard work I'm able to stay in the USA and be with my family .. If u have a problem call Lisa she will help u she'll fight for u even when u think there's no hope . Thank you Lisa for believing in me when I lost all hope and thank you for all of your encouraging words ... I can start living again .. Thanks to you !!

Posted by Sami | April 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

By far, the best lawyer ever

Lisa has been a God sent to me. She is smart, sweet, caring, compassionate, knows her stuff. Not only was she my lawyer but she also acted as my councelor. I had been in a very unfortunate situation at the wrong time. I was in between switching jobs. Not any job, this was an opportunity of a lifetime... for me. I was charged with 2 Felonies and 2 Misdemeanors and the job was going to rescind the offer. My world fell apart, and at one point i fell into a depression because everything was hopeless, including my future. Lisa Pelosi came to the rescue! She got my 4 charges dropped to a violation (off the my record). She somehow managed to get me the paperwork I needed in the short amount of time to save my new job! Watching her in action in the court room is amazing, she is like superwoman! I can't thank her enough for her hard work and dedication! Thank you Lisa for everything!!

Lisa Pelosi

Replied last April 09, 2016

Thanks Sami. So happy your "job of a lifetime " is going well. A small lapse of judgement should not ruin your life. Lisa

Posted by Craig | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Legal Representation: Highly Intelligent, Tenacious and Caring - A Legal Tigress

Please take the time to read my review...it may very well help save your life. Several years ago, I was charged with a serious crime. My life as I knew it, my family and everything that I held dear were going to be torn away from me. A criminal organization and corrupt political officials were goi...ng to make sure that I was thrown into a dark hole and made to disappear. I was absolutely terrified and despondent. By chance I was listening to the radio and a commercial for Lisa Pelosi was played. That was my moment of epiphany. I heard certain qualities in her voice that made me call her and I cannot express how that decision was one of the best I have ever made in my life. Lisa went way out of her way to meet with me to discuss my case. She was extremely knowledgeable of the law, concerned and caring. She gave me what no other lawyer could - HOPE. She planned my case like a general about to go into battle and she had no intention of losing. During our first court appearance - she was nothing short of amazing. She was "Rock Star" in the courtroom - she was not intimidated by the Prosecutors or Judge. She knew the law intimately and how it related to my case. Coupled with an unsurpassed knowledge of the law and she has great negotiating skills, understands the police, the prosecution and her peers watch her with admiration in the courtroom. She is a captivating speaker in the courtroom. She held the judge and prosectors in rapt attention. My case was so difficult in so many ways and despite the many challenges, Lisa got me a legal end result that I did not think was possible and it gave me my life back. One the most important things, I know that it was for me during the whole legal process, is that she is genuinely caring and kind. She helped me care for my wife and family during the whole process. It enabled me to be able to deal with the whole matter - which is now WAY behind me. I consider Lisa a dear friend and will forever be grateful for what she accomplished for me. I'm now enjoying a future that I would never have thought possible if not for Lisa.

Lisa Pelosi

Replied last February 01, 2016

Thanks Craig, It's been awhile. It's nice to see after all that happen to you that you are back on your feet. I'm happy you are well. MY best to you and your wife E. keep warm in the Hudson Valley. Best, Lisa

Posted by HENRY | January 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lisa Pelosi

I hired Lisa several years ago to take my arson case.I was impressed with her spunk and knowledge of the system.Anybody I spoke to told me to plead guilty to the violation but I didn't. Lisa took the case to trial and all charges were dismissed. I was very happy with Lisa and would call her again, sh...e is a tough woman.

Lisa Pelosi

Replied last January 29, 2016

Thank you Henry.

Posted by Sonny | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Qualified Lawyer & Highly Recommend

I called Lisa Pelosi in the middle of the night. She met me and went to court to do my son's arraignment. She got him out and got the drug case dismissed and got him into a drug treatment program.

Lisa Pelosi

Replied last January 28, 2016

Thanks for the kind review. I am so happy all went well for your son. I think of him often. Lisa

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Lisa J. Pelosi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rene Medina

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Pelosi and I have been colleagues since 1984 when we became ADA's and have continued working together on countless criminal cases, state and federal, since then. Ms. Pelosi is a highly talented, ethical, devoted and caring attorney... she is a lawyer's lawyer. Outside of the courtroom, she is as gentle as a lamb. Inside the courtroom, she is a relentless tiger aggressively fighting and advocating for her clients very professionally and successfully. If any of my family members were ever to face criminal prosecution, Ms. Pelosi would be THE attorney representing them, bar none. Need I say more?"

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Wilson LaFaurie

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have recently worked with Attorney Pelosi on a very serious Supreme Court matter and i would seriously recommend her if you need a litigator. I know the difference between the B level lawyer and the A level lawyers. Lisa is Top-Tier! She comprehends the weaknesses of the Prosecutors."

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Jonathan Marks

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer with pleasure. I have always found her to be extraordinarily thorough and caring."

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Vincent Scala

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Ms. Pelosi for over 30 years and have been co-counsel with her on a number of criminal cases which were resolved by either plea, dismissal or trial. She is, without a doubt an outstanding attoeney and excellent advocate. Her skills are only exceeded by her professionalism, ethics and zealous representation. I heartily endorse her.."

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Andy Wong

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is a very experienced criminal attorney and focuses exclusively on criminal law. She has obtained very favorable results for her clients."

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Wilson LaFaurie

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Attorney, Lisa J Pelosi

1984 - 1990

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office

Associations

New York State Bar Association

United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

Admitted to Practice

United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

Admitted to Practice

United States District Court for the Western District of New York

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Seddqui

NOT GUILTY

People v Pena

CASE DISMISSED

People V Henry Hahn

Jury found client not guilty of all charges.

People v. Serviss

CASE DISMISSED BY GRAND JURY

Peopl v Castillo

NOT GUILTY

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Education

1984

Pace University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Villanova University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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