$ 200-250 per hour
PRO
David Sebastien Gervais
Virtual Consultation Available
About David
Biography
I was born in Canada, went to law school in Montreal and got married to a beautiful American! We now have two children, and we live in upstate New York. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to work as a sous-chef, a logger and a carpenter in my younger years. I have dedicated the last 15 years of my life to law. I now have a Master's Degree in Law and i regularly practice in New York and in Quebec. I have been hadnling criminal cases for almost ten years now and i have been involved in Immigration Law for about 5 years. I routinely represent Canadian clients who face criminal charges in the United States, whether in New York or federal courts. I've also handled hundreds of TNs, L-1a and L1-b visas.
When i'm not practicing law, and after the kids are in bed, i like to create metal scultptures, fix broken engines and listen to and play music.
Have you or a loved one been charged with a crime? Attorney David Gervais is here to help!
Attorney David Gervais has been handling drug possession and sales, assaults and DWIs since 2007.
Attorney David Gervais handles visas such as TN, L-1a or b, H-2, as well as Green Card applications
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
19 years | 2,000 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
Immigration
25%
14 years | 200 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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6
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Liz C. | September 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
great job! highly recommend
Great communication from the start. I got quick replies. Very professional. Mr. Gervais was able to get me out of my speed ticket! If you need an attorney to fight your traffic ticket Mr. Gervais is the attorney to call. I highly recommend. Thanks again David Gervais
Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommend!
This was my first time having a criminal lawyer. David was friendly, transparent, informative and most importantly he answered all my questions to ease my mind. He always let me know that he was available if I needed reassurance and cared. He was extremely prepared, professional, and well worth it....
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Understanding, Knowledgeable, and Effective
I can't thank David Gervais enough for his incredible support. Not only did he demonstrate remarkable legal expertise at all court hearings, but he also has exceptional interpersonal skills. He returned my call for help and scheduled a consultation within 24 hours; meanwhile, other firms never called...
Posted by Rose | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Very Professional and Super Personable
Mr. Gervais is very professional and went over in detail the ins and outs of my case, what I should expect, and even future prospects upon conclusion. Mr. Gervais is very thorough, and you can tell he cares about his work and how his clients will be affected. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Kiara | March 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Citizenship
David did an excellent job from the very beginning to the very end of a year long journey to get my citizenship. Even though it was a long while to get to where I am today as that is the process to get ur citizenship. David did everything he could to make sure my case was in order and that it went sm...
David Sebastien Gervais's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an excellent criminal lawyer. Further, he has the knowledge of being a Canadian and US lawyer, which provides his international/immigration clients with this expertise that other attorneys do not have. I highly recommend David for any criminal or immigration matters."
"David is a fantastic attorney and person. He has an unbelievably wide array of life skills which puts him in a unique position to understand a client no matter their background. He is responsive and hard-working on any case, no matter how big or small you believe it may be. I worked hundreds of case against David and he humanized each and every client."
"I endorse this lawyer. David not only knows the law well, but he is an outstanding advocate for his clients. He is well versed in the potential immigration consequences for his clients, and knows how to get the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gervais can do wonders in Plattsburgh and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gervais is knowledgeable, hard-working and a well regarded attorney in the community. Highly recommended."
Dennis Nave
DUI and DWI lawyer
Matthew Waite
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Nicholas Evanovich
Criminal defense lawyer
Rebecca Fox
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - 2014
Staff defense counsel, CLinton County Drug Court
2013 - 2014
Staff defense counsel, Plattsburgh CIty Court Mental Health Court
2009 - 2011
Associate, Niles, Piller & Bracy, PLLC
2007 - 2009
Associate, Ruchelman and Cruikshank PC
Associations
2023 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyersmember
2015 - Present
Northern District of New York Bar associationMember
2013 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Barreau du QuebecMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. K.B.
Not guilty on all counts.
People v. A.H.
Hung Jury, felony reduced to a misdemeanor.
People v. T.I.
All charges dismissed
People v. K.P.
All charges dismissed
People v. C.S.
Not guilty
People v O. S.
Not guilty of Most serious charge
Petition for Green Card
Gren card approved
People v S. B.
Client found not guilty
People v. G. H.
Client found not guilty
People v. G.H.
Not guilty verdict
New York v. W.
Defendant granted participation in Drug Court program avoided prison sentence.
New York v. Peter
Motion granted, charge dismissed.
New York v. Gadway
Judge ruled in favor of defendant, found not guilty.
Crown v. Joe
Case dismissed, all charges were dropped.
Education
2007
University of Montreal Faculty of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1994
University of Montreal Law Faculty
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
Speaking Engagements
2022
Radio Interview
Criminal cases related to illegal immigration from the Northern Border
2019
WCAX Channel 3
WCAX television interview on recent criminal law changes
2019
Phone interview
New York Times Interview on recent trends in Immigration
2017
Radio interview
Trans-border criminality
2017
Radio interview
RECENT IMMIGRATION CHANGES
2017
Our Refugee Crisis
Immigration issues under Trump
2016
Mining and Subsurface rights in the Adirondacks
Mining claims vs landowners rights in Adirondacks
Publications
2008
University of Montreal Law Faculty Review
Mandatory Arbitration clauses in Consumer Contracts
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have served 2 years of a 5 year probation sentence in upstate ny ...can i apeal to terminate probation at any timr
13 May 2017
Q&A
Can someone from NJ file charges and have me arrested in NY? Also, can I be extradited to NJ to face trial?
13 May 2015