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I'm a 49-year old life-long resident of upstate NY. I've been practicing in the areas of personal injury and criminal law for the past 21 years. And believe it or not, I have almost always wanted to be a lawyer - ever since the fifth grade!
I know that I made the right choice. While practice in these areas can be very stressful, at times it can be extremely rewarding. I have yet to experience a feeling greater than winning a criminal trial, hearing the words, "not guilty" and walking a client out of the courthouse, a free person. If you ever get the chance to do that, I highly reccomend it :)
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3 Derbyshire Pl, Utica, NY, 13501-4705
39 Client Reviews
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Posted by Todd | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent, Honest, Reliable Attorney Who Cares About The Rule of Law
In April 2019 I was falsely arrested based upon perjury. I was fortunate to find Christopher Jude Pelli’s website during a Google search. After speaking to him on the telephone, I set up a consultation at his office. Upon meeting with Mr. Pelli, I found him to be very kind, intelligent, knowledgeab...
Posted by Amy | January 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great Help
He was very fast in responding and he felt honest with his advice! Very great professional!!
Posted by N.C. | November 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Counsel!
I just left the Courthouse relieved and very grateful because the disposition of my case was beyond what I could have ever hoped for. I was facing a very serious charge and I admit I was worried, but my decision to go with Chris Pelli was one of the best decisions I've ever made. His confidence, s...
Posted by Cameron | November 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident
Look no Further
Chris is the epitome of what all lawyers should emulate. I was in high-speed motorcycle accident in mid July 2016. A few days after the accident, I contacted Chris about representing me. He was honest and concise about what to expect during the process. It was not long into our initial sit down t...
Posted by Victor | August 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended
Christopher Pelli is an outstanding professional and that's an understatement! I contacted Chris after being accused of a horrible crime I did not commit. He responded within 30 minutes of my call and was very polite and gave me excellent legal advice. I hired him and will never regret it. My charges...
"I was fortunate to have Mr. Pelli assist me in resolving a case . His professionalism and the respect he garnered from everyone in the legal system was essential to the successful outcome we received . I will not hesitate to seek his opinions on all future matters . Mr Pelli is a very rare attorney who is caring , yet extremely knowledgable at the same time ."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pelli's answers on Avvo show a great deal of knowledge of criminal law."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Chris for many years and always found him to be professional and hard working."
"I admire and respect Chris as a colleague. He is very knowledgeable of the law and takes great pride in his work."
"Chris's reputation as an experienced and skilled courtroom lawyer is well deserved. As a prosecutor, I had an opportunity to appear against a number of defense attorneys from across the State of New York and Chris was consistently among the most effective. I would strongly recommend Chris to anyone who is seeking qualified counsel for any type of criminal action."
"Attorney Pelli dedicates his time to answering and consistently providing sound advice to the questions posed here on Avvo. It demonstrates his knowledge and expertise as well as his commitment to helping others. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have long maintained that if I were ever in trouble, Chris is the lawyer I would hire to represent me. Recently I needed Chris' services on a civil matter and he went above and beyond the call of duty. He did research which wowed the Court and opposing counsel and got the relief we were seeking. Outstanding work!"
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Preeminent 4.5 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Young Entrepreneur, 40 under 40
2000 - Present
Attorney, Christopher Jude Pelli, Esq. PLLC
2000 - 2003
Counsel, JETNET, Ltd.
1997 - 2000
Legal Aide, New York State Attorney General
2006 - Present
Northern District of New York Federal Court Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2002 - Present
New York State Defenders AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Herkimer County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
NYS Attorney For ChildrenMember
2000 - Present
Oneida County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
Herkimer County Bar AssociationVice President
2004 - 2005
Technology Committee - Oneida County Bar AssociationMember
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1996
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