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
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.
Practice areas
spousal green card and citizenship applications as well as L-1A, L-1B, TN, and other business visas
10 years, 200 cases
Criminal defense across New York and in the Province of Quebec: DWI, assault, burglary, theft. Jury and non-jury trials.
15 years, 2,000 cases
15 years
Languages spoken
English, French
Law Office of David Gervais
22 Us Oval, Suite 204
Plattsburgh, NY, 12903-5902
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
---|---|---|---|
NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 2007 | 02/24/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
---|---|---|
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
---|---|---|
Staff defense counsel | CLinton County Drug Court | 2013 - 2014 |
Staff defense counsel | Plattsburgh CIty Court Mental Health Court | 2013 - 2014 |
Associate | Niles, Piller & Bracy, PLLC | 2009 - 2011 |
Associate | Ruchelman and Cruikshank PC | 2007 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
---|---|---|
Northern District of New York Bar association | Member | 2015 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
New York State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Barreau du Quebec | Member | 2002 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
---|---|---|
New York State Bar Association | New York | 2020 |
University of Montreal Law Faculty Review | Mandatory Arbitration clauses in Consumer Contracts | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
---|---|---|
University of Montreal Faculty of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 2007 |
University of Montreal Law Faculty | LL.B - Bachelor of Laws | 1994 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
---|---|---|
WCAX Channel 3 | WCAX television interview on recent criminal law changes | 2019 |
Phone interview | New York Times Interview on recent trends in Immigration | 2019 |
Our Refugee Crisis | Immigration issues under Trump | 2017 |
Radio interview | Trans-border criminality | 2017 |
Radio interview | RECENT IMMIGRATION CHANGES | 2017 |
Mining and Subsurface rights in the Adirondacks | Mining claims vs landowners rights in Adirondacks | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
---|---|
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 |
Posted by Alexis
June 12, 2017
Posted by anonymous
June 2, 2017
Posted by Justin
April 26, 2022
Posted by anonymous
April 3, 2022
Posted by Bruce
February 18, 2022
Posted by anonymous
February 6, 2022
Posted by Lori
July 26, 2021
Posted by Gurkirat
July 2, 2021
Posted by Jonah
May 25, 2021
Posted by Joseph
April 20, 2021
Joseph Robert Spencer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 13, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dennis Nave, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Joseph Robert Spencer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 13, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Dennis Nave, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Nicholas Evanovich, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 9, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Matthew Waite, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 21, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Benjamin Goldman, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 4, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gervais can do wonders in Plattsburgh and I highly recommend him.
Rebecca Fox, General practice Attorney on May 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gervais is knowledgeable, hard-working and a well regarded attorney in the community. Highly recommended.
Cash, Check, Credit Card