Dean Carl Schneller

Dean Carl Schneller

4.7
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Plattsburgh, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Litigation ... +3 more

98 Boynton Avenue, Plattsburgh, NY

About Dean

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

State and Federal Court. Drug cases, violent felonies, immigration matters, DWI Defense. Aggressive, experienced and successful. Will fight for excellent results for my clients.

18 years | 250 cases

25%
Real Estate 25%

Represents Buyers and Sellers; Commercial and Residential Real Estate;

18 years | 100 cases

25%
Litigation 15%

Contract disputes, construction claims, property disputes. Versatile and efficient litigator.

18 years | 200 cases

15%
Personal Injury 15%

Received awards over $279,000 and settled several other motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and other personal injury claims

18 years | 25 cases

15%
Land Use and Zoning 10%

Represented applicants in front of municipal zoning boards for variances, site plan review and other project developments

18 years | 50 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Counsel clients on estate planning and Will Drafting; Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy

18 years | 100 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2008

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Dean C. Schneller

98 Boynton Avenue, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901

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Dean Carl Schneller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews

Posted by Bill and Margaret | March 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Land Use & Zoning

A wonderful, dedicated lawyer that would not give up!

We are grateful we found Dean. He took on an extremely complex easement case when so many other lawyers turned us down. From the beginning, he showed determination, professionalism, and a deep understanding of the legal process. He remained steadfast and dedicated throughout the time it took for... us to get the outcome we had hoped for. His persistence, careful attention to detail, and clear communication gave us confidence every step of the way. Thanks to his hard work and commitment, our outcome was very positive and exactly what we were looking for. We truly appreciate Dean and his wiliness to stand by us. We highly recommend his law practice!

Posted by Frank gangi | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Most unprofessional law firm ever

Do not use him. Look at his reviews before you consider giving him your hard earned money!! I wish I had. I hired him to do work for me, he took my money and never completed the work. They promise to get back to you all the time and never do! This is the most unprofessional firm you can ever hire. I ...am now having to file a complaint with the ny state bar and the better business bureau to try and get a resolution. 1

Posted by Brenda True-Phaneuf | June 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Best Lawyer and staff

Highly rated attorney and staff. Dean has helped me several times . He has helped with my parents,wills,their deed,and my Dads medicaid questions. He is a very knowledgable lawyer ,able to communicate with empathy,kindness and Down to earth so I understood the law. He has always been available to... help. A s I now need his assistance in the sell of my parents house .l am very confident I have the best Lawyer.

Posted by Harry | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

8 years is too long

Contacted Dean May of 2016 for a pretty easy personal injury case, here we are nearly 8 years later and I still haven't seen my settlement. Dean and his associate that he hired because he couldn't handle the case himself talked me into signing a settlement and promising being payment within 30 days, ...is going on 60 since that. I want to recommend Dean or anybody he recommends if you are in need of proper litigation.

Posted by Heather | September 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Communicative Lawyer

Knowledgeable, responsive, and professional describe the Law Offices of Dean C. Schneller. Dean provided a thorough review of a legal document for me in terms that I could understand! He even provided a simple “takeaway” statement as he knew I was facing a deadline. His willingness to communicate by ...email saved me time and the hassle of traveling to the office. I highly recommend Dean and will use his services again.

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Dean Carl Schneller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erin Mindoro

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dean is a highly skilled strategist and advocate, dedicated to serving his clients and his community. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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James Peluso

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dean is a great lawyer who cares about his clients. He is honest, intelligent, professional, hardworking and highly skilled. I highly recommend him."

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James Martineau

General practice lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hard working and dedicated to the practice of law."

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Rebecca Fox

Unknown lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Brockway

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dean is a bright individual and an asset to the legal community."

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Joseph Mucia

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Peluso

Personal injury lawyer

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Andrew Brockway

Family lawyer

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Joseph Mucia

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Asst County Attorney, Clinton County Health Department

2015 - Present

Town Attorney, Town Attorney Town of Saranac

2015 - Present

Corporation Counsel, The Development Corporation (TDC)

2014 - Present

Corporation Counsel, City of Plattsburgh

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Dean C. Schneller

2014 - Present

Town Attorney, Town of Black Brook

2012 - Present

Co-Founder and Counsel, Adirondack Powder Skier Associaition

2008 - 2014

Attorney, O'Connell and Aronowitz, P.C.

2007 - 2008

Confidential Judicial Clerk, Vermont Environmental Division (Formerly Vermont Environmental Court)

Associations

2015 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Clinton County Water Quality Control Committee

Board Member

2012 - Present

Adirondack Powder Skier Association

Vice President

2009 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Environmental/Criminal Defense Section

2008 - Present

Clinton County Bar Association

2010 - 2013

Trout Unlimited, Lake Champlain Chapter

Vice President

2009 - 2019

Trout Unlimited Lake Champlain Chapter

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wehrenberg v City of Plattsburgh

No Liability for City

People v. Hardy

Dismissed on Motion

People v. Josue Deliser

Acquittal after trial

Mullahoo v. Thompson

$279,000 Award Granted

People v. Linley Baker

Acquittal after trial

Terry Guynup v. County of Clinton

Upheld

Shircliff v. Clinton County Health Department

Upheld

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Education

N/A

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

State University of New York, Binghamton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

American Legion in Saranac

Mineral Rights Title Issues

2013

NYS Forest Preserve Advsory Committee

Backcountry Skier Access to the Forest Preserve

2013

ADK Mountain Club

APSA Conformance with Article 14

Publications

2014

Adirondack Life "Powder To The People"

2014

www.adkpowderskier.com Management Guidance for Ski Touring in the Adirondack Park

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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