Michael R. Cardinale

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Michael R. Cardinale

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 29 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Cicero, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

8432 Brewerton Road, Cicero, NY

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About Michael

Biography

Welcoming the opportunity to assist you. My office is committed to your success.

We work compassionately understanding the situation that you may be in.

My office will work tirelessly to get you the best outcome.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

28 years

30%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

25 years

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

28 years

20%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

25 years

15%
DUI and DWI 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Cardinale & DelVecchio Law Firm, PLLC

8432 Brewerton Road, Cicero, NY, 13039-9438

cardinaledelvecchiolaw.com

Online Presence

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Michael R. Cardinale's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Denise | March 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hired for Traffic Violation

We hired Cardinale & Delvecchio Law when seeing if a lawyer would be the right choice. The reasonable cost and reputation led me to hire the firm. In the end, the first offense was plea down to a low fine and ZERO points.

Posted by Shawna | December 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Most AMAZING lawyer hands down!!!!!!!

I can’t even begin to put into words what an AMAZING lawyer this man is!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He saved me from pretty serious charges that I knew I was innocent of!!!!! He fought long and he fought hard!!!! And my case was overturned!!!!!!! I don’t know what I would have done without him. Not only is he an a...mazing lawyer but he is an amazing man!!!!!! I can’t thank him enough for all the hard work, time and effort he put into my case!!!!! And I HIGHLY recommend him as a lawyer !!!!!! Hands down the BEST of the BEST!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mike Cardinale Will Fight for You

Mike (and his entire team) are ABOVE & BEYOND. My case was a challenging alcohol related incident. I was beside myself in thinking my situation would have permeant damage on my future in my professional career and life. I was given an offer, in which Mike knew wasn’t good enough, so he fought harder ...and got the best outcome possible. He was able to get a full reduction for my case! The competence, honest communication, and persistence was more than I could have ever asked for in representation. If you want the best attorney representing you, specifically relating to an alcohol ordeal, hire Mike Cardinale. He will fight for you and for what he knows is right. 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I have him to thank for my preserved future! Thank you, Mike, John, and Jenna.

Posted by Mike | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

From The Heart. .

I don’t want to say I caused a lot of trouble in my life, but I have, and this year has been the hardest year of my life. When I first met Mike, I was attorney-less, with only one court-case. As a public attorney, and me without the means to pay for a Lawyer, Michael quickly picked up my case.... It only took me four seconds, and a hand-shake, to realize, he was not a public attorney. Michael is someone that will take the right case, and see the right in you. As time went on, I picked up two more cases, without even the first one, first being resolved. I was more scared to tell him what happened, then my own mother, for I wasn’t sure what he would think of me. With three cases pending at the time, and being totally up-front with him about my situations, I was not guaranteed anything, except for, that I would have to change my life. I walked to court everyday, and put blisters on my feet, and Michael saw that. I wasn’t going to let anything stop me from showing my determination, and respect for the court-system, outside of my own judgement. Just because I was changing in court didn’t mean the court was changing for me. Michael never changed. He looked me in my eyes every time, and no matter the decision, I just knew he knew. Michael is not your average Attorney. He sees the good in you. He will tell you the truth, about your situation and not steer you wrong. As a public defender, he went further, than the means of a paid attorney, out from ones pocket. To this second, I tell myself everyday, I owe him. Money isn’t everything, but in this case, Michael was. He was more than money. I can’t stress enough, how bad my situation was, and how honest he was with me. he made me feel comfortable when I wasn’t. and I’m not going to lie, I’m crying writing this because I remember every step I took, when I was walking there. He really made me feel Great, when I knew I wasn’t. I recommend Him to anybody, and his entire staff will go out there way for you. <3 5 Stars is not enough.

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Made the very best of a bad situation.

Mike was recommended when I got arrested for DWI. This not being my first offense, I was facing much stiffer penalties than expected. Mike was amazing. He got all the penalties reduced to the minimums and made the very best of a bad situation. On top of all his professional work, he treated me li...ke a friend. His office staff is incredibly professional, helpful, and friendly. While I wish I had never made this mistake, I'm very glad to have made acquaintance with Mike and company.

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Michael R. Cardinale's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dennis Nave

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Mike for over 2 years and have watched him numerous times in Court. He is passionate, always well prepared, and zealously advocates for clients. I would have no issue recommending Mike to anyone."

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Ashley Dinet-Fields

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is always professional and easy to work with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Clifton Carden

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Michael to the fullest. When I was a prosecutor Mr. Cardinale was the standard by which most of us compared other defense lawyers to. Michael was always prepared, knowledgeable, and professional. His ability to advocate for his clients is the standard for the community."

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Zela Brotherton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I respect that he works hard on behalf of his clients. He is a true advocate- knowledgeable on the law, exceedingly ethical, and a skillful attorney. He will defend you, or else you better brush up and be ready if you find yourself on the other side."

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Brett Noonan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Michael on several matters. Very trustworthy, very up front and extremely hard working. I have had client referrals that I sent to Michael report back on several different occasions how exceptional his service was."

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Kristin Snyder

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is wonderful. Works very hard on your case and always professional. I send every bankruptcy case to Michael Cardinale."

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Christopher Simser

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is an exceptional trial lawyer, and one of the most ethical individuals I know. It has been a pleasure working with him over the years on a variety of matters. I am always impressed by his intelligence and compassion."

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Thomas Mafrici

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I send all of my bankrupcy inquiries to Mike. He is very competent and the clients seem to like him. I strongly endorse Mike for bankruptcies"

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Robert Wells

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dennis Nave

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ashley Dinet-Fields

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Robert Ribarovski

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Donald VanStry

Adoption lawyer

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Clifton Carden

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Thomas Mafrici

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Micho

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dom Cambareri

Wrongful death lawyer

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Louis Mannara

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brett Noonan

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

20 Years Serving Community, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

The DUI College, The National College of DUI Defense

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2012

15 Years Serving Community, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner, Cardinale & DelVecchio Law Firm, PLLC

2000 - 2017

Assistant Public Defender, Cortland County Public Defender

1999 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Nicholas, Perot, Smith, Welch & Smith

Associations

2018 - Present

Cortland County Assigned Counsel Committee

Secretary

National Association of Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Oneida County Bar Association

Member

Cortland County Bar Association

Member

Central New York Bankruptcy Bar Association

Member

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People vs. Quinchiz

acquittal

People vs. Osholski

Dismissed on Directed Verdict Motion after closings.

People vs. Ross

Acquittal

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Education

1996

Albany Law School of Union University

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

State University of New York, Binghamton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Local Magistrates of Cortland County

CAFA- Counsel At First Arraignment & New ACP Application

2002

Estate Planning

Springing POA

Languages

English

Activity

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