Scott A Russell

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Scott A Russell

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Monticello, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

10 St John St, Monticello, NY

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About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

22 years

40%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 40%

22 years

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

22 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2015

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2004

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Scott A Russell

10 St John St, Monticello, NY, 12701

sarussell.com

Scott A Russell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Margaret | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Top-Notch Lawyer

I was charged with Drinking While Ability Impaired. Scott was able to get the charged reduced to a parking violation. The outcome was wonderful. I wholeheartedly recommend Scott.

Posted by Mike | June 25, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Good lawyer in Hudson valley

D. 2015 Over the past couple of years scott has been a fixer of my whole driving situation, after a DWAI, which he successfully got lowered and a harsh speeding ticket of 81 in a fifty five workzone, which was dropped, a cell phone ticket which got reduced to a non- moving violation. He also g...uided me through three additional violations which were dropped by the cop completely. Without his help any other driver would most definitely be facing suspension. I can proudly say that my car insurance went down recently, and it never went up throughout this time which is a miracle, He gave me some insight on a civil manner which was on point and he has helped two referrals I gave him with similar success listed above. Basically if you have legal troubles in Sullivan or Orange County I recommend Scott minimally as a starting point, but ultimately as a defender in most situations. If he cant defend you properly he will tell you the best options above and beyond his help. He is fair, ethical and you will come out the situation much more informed and comfortable around law enforcement entirely because I know I have him in my back pocket. He was simpathatic to some cash flow issues I had and we worked out a simple payment plan for his services and worked with various towns and the state to make sure all my fines were paid on-time.

Posted by Mike | June 17, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Sharp Catskill and Hudson Valley Attorney

Scott has successfully navigated me through several driving infractions and is an awesome lawyer. in late 2013 i got a DWAI which was lowered and in 2014 I received an 81 in a 55 (work zone) which was dropped and a cell phone ticket which was reduced to a non moving violation. He guided me through ...several other legal situations since I have known him. He came to me highly-regarded the first time we met and has delievered above and beyond my expections. He has helped some referrals which I gave him to other successful ends. If you get into any trouble in Ulster, Sullivan or Orange County or the surrounding area to Scott as a starting point, he will tell you like it is and do the best he can to properly defend you. He also was flexible with pay terms and helped me managing my payments to the state and local governments to rectify all of these infractions. Great Lawyer, for a good price, would most definitely recommend Scott to anyone who faces any legal problems from criminal to basic traffic tickets, he is the way to go in this area

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Scott A Russell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Villanueva

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Russell for many years. He is a former prosecutor and excellent lawyer. I routinely refer many criminal and civil matters pending in Sullivan and Ulster Counties. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Block

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Scott Russell. He is an excellent attorney. He can assist clients with, and is experienced in several areas of the law."

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Daniel Steinbok

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Scott on previous matters and have found him to be both extremely knowledgeable of the law in his respective practice areas as well as quite intuitive in knowing exactly what needs to be done in a particular situation in order to best serve the interests of his clients. He is also very witty, easily accessible and well-versed in the specific nuances/procedures of the numerous venues where he appears. Scott is a pleasure to work with and has my full endorsement."

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Rex Pietrobono

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my experience with him, Scott covers a lot of territory to serve his customers and is very efficient and responsible."

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Benjamin Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Russell is an excellent attorney. Personable, hard working, reliable, with an extensive and deep knowledge of criminal law."

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Zev Goldstein

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Glenn Magnell

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Michael Palumbo

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Joseph Villanueva

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Benjamin Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rex Pietrobono

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Scott A. Russell

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Sullivan County Legal Aid Bureau Inc.

2007 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, Sullivan County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Sull County Bar Association

Education

2003

Roger Williams University

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wyoming

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Scott earned significant contribution points in 2015.

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