George F. Hildebrandt

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George F. Hildebrandt

5.0
42 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

Merchants Commons, 220 S. Warren Street, Syracuse, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

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About George

Biography

A serious offense requires a proven defense. If you are facing serious charges, contact me now!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Drug Crime 20%

20%
Federal Crime 20%

20%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 41 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1985

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

George F. Hildebrandt, Attorney At Law

Merchants Commons, 220 S. Warren Street, Syracuse, NY, 13202

georgehildebrandt.com/

Online Presence

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George F. Hildebrandt's Reviews

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Posted by Dawn | April 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Attorney

Me. Hildebrandt is an amazing Attorney, he is very prompt when responding to an email and very knowledgeable, he cares about his clients and wants the best outcome and works diligently till he gets what you want. I only wish that more Attorneys were like him, if you want the best, you need to hire Mr.... Hildebrandt. I’m in Florida but needed some to represent a case being held in Syracuse, and he promptly responded to every email and phone call. And the outcome of the case was exactly what I needed. Thanks George for being a great knowledgeable Attorney and always being pleasant to speak with.

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Knowledgeable, competent counsel

I hired George after I was arrested for DWI. It was my first offense, and I was very distraught and terrified of what was going to happen. George sat me down and laid out exactly what I should expect and what he would have me do. I followed all of George's recommendations to the letter, and with my ...cooperation he was able to get the DA to agree to a reduced charge of DWAI. George was always very prompt with communication and was always exceptionally accommodating and courteous.. George is the quintessential professional, with outstanding rapport with judges and other attorneys. I highly recommend George to anyone in a similar situation.

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George F. Hildebrandt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Dotzler

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse George Hildebrandt. I have known George for several years and he is a highly skilled attorney and an exceptional advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to recommend and endorse George Hildebrandt."

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H VanHee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George is a thorough and professional lawyer. His reputation is superb. As a fellow defense attorney, I have seen him in action and I am impressed with his advocacy skills. I recommend George to anyone with criminal defense needs."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Hildebrandt. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Derek Andrews

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George is a knowledgeable, well-respected, and highly experienced criminal defense lawyer in the Syracuse area. Without hesitation, I endorse him."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Rodriguez

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hildebrandt is well respected in the legal community."

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Eric Sherwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Colin McCallin

Unknown lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in his field."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Simon Kabzan

Unknown lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney and highly recommended as an asset to this community."

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Anthony Tuorto

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Rooker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A "10" rating on AVVO is not easy to earn. Mr. Hildebrandt has earned it with a combination of helping clients, earning the respect of fellow lawyers, and just plain being good at his job."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hildebrandt is a skilled and respected member of the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse George. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Clifton Carden

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse George to the fullest. I have always known Mr. Hildrbrandt to posses the utmost legal knowledge, professional demeanor, and dedication to his clients. His ability to obtain favorable outcomes is matched only by his ability to effectively represent his clients. I feel completely comfortable referring my own family members to George."

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Michael Spano

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly recommend George as a criminal defense lawyer. George was the defense lawyer on several cases I prosecuted when I was in the Onondaga County District Attorney's Office. George was always well prepared with novel and effective legal arguments. He is an excellent trial lawyer that works hard for his clients."

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Philip Stamm

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been acquainted with George Hildebrandt, Esq. in a professional as well as a personal capacity for over twenty five (25) years. In addition to having had the occasion to observe Mr. Hildebrandt's legal acumen in a court of law, I have had the opportunity interact with him in a wide variety of business as well as social circumstances. As a result of my relationship with Mr. Hildebrandt, I have come to have a good understanding and appreciation of his integrity, dedication, ability to reason, character and mental fitness for the practice of law. Mr. Hildebrandt possesses the foregoing characteristics in the highest degree. I trust him explicitly and accordingly, I highly recommend him as an attorney law. Philip M. Stamm, Esq. Stamm & Olivo, LLP New York, N.Y."

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Rosenstein

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Jonathan Rooker

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Michael Waddington

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Clifton Carden

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Spano

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

New York Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Owner, George F. Hildebrandt, Attorney at Law

1985 - 1988

Public Defender, Legal Aid Society Of New York

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Shala Williams

Not-guilty on all charges

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Education

1984

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Syracuse University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Syracuse University College of Law

Criminal Trial Practice

Publications

2013

Defense Strategies for Drug Crimes (Inside the Minds) Defense and Diligence Create and Effective Defense Strategy

Languages

English

Activity

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