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James R. Maloney
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Biography
Mr. Maloney’s practice focuses on complex criminal defense matters with an emphasis on D.W.I. defense. He has an unparalleled commitment to providing clients the highest level of experience, professional qualifications, and skill.
In addition to bringing a wealth of experience from 30-years of practicing law, Mr. Maloney has also studied in areas of trial technique, D.N.A., New York Evidentiary Rules, D.W.I. Defense, and other skilled areas necessary to defend criminal matters.
A member of the National College for D.U.I. Defense, Mr. Maloney is the only attorney in Western New York who has successfully completed the N.H.T.S.A. Field Sobriety Testing Course. All law enforcement officials must be certified by N.H.T.S.A. in order to administer field sobriety tests. This specialized training affords Mr. Maloney the highest level of professional qualification and skill.
In addition to his private practice, Mr. Maloney is on the Assigned Counsel Panel for Erie County and handles the highest level cases, including A-1 felonies. He has also been selected to appear on behalf of clients in Wyoming and Genesee County.
Special Counsel to Tiveron Law, one of W.N.Y.’s largest and most prestigious law firms, Mr. Maloney’s clients share the advantages of a well rounded and diverse law firm covering all of W.N.Y.
Mr. Maloney is an accomplished triathlete having completed Ironman Lake Placid and Mont Tremblant. Married with children, he enjoys the simpler life during his time off on their small farm with a pony, minature donkey, chickens, and three dogs.
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Licensed in New York for 34 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Tiveron Law PLLC
2410 N. Forest Road, Amherst, NY, 14068
Tiveron Law- Buffalo Office
155 Summer St., Buffalo, NY, 14222
Tiveron Law- Lancaster Office
43 Central Ave, Lancaster, NY, 14086
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Posted by Jonathan | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Phenomenal DWI Defense Attorney
Very responsive in regards to all questions I had throughout the entire duration of my case. He was able to reduce my second DWI into a DWAI which seemed like a huge stretch before I started working Mr. Maloney. Phenomenal defense attorney during Trial. Would recommend for anyone taking on DWI charge...
Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Super responsive and great results
Mr. Maloney was very responsive to my inquiries throughout the process of the case. I could not ask for a better outcome.
Posted by Matthew | July 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Should have I had called him first!
Upon getting charged with a DWI I reached out to an attorney who I had used throughout my life for anything that came up. I was basically told based on your BAC we won’t be able to get a reduced offer and I am not sure how long the process will take. After a meeting, phone calls and a court appearanc...
Posted by Dan | June 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
This was the first time I have needed a lawyer, and I am so glad to have James dealing with my case. He was always available to answer questions and even sat down with my wife and I to weigh our options. His knowledge in the legal system really helped my case, and I ended up with a great outcome. I h...
Posted by Neal | October 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
1st 2nd 3rd dwi doesn’t matter
James is an absolute amazing attorney no matter your situation he figures out ways around everything I recommend him 100 percent always gets back to me when I have questions and tells me before every court date what to expect
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Experience
Honors
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Certification for Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Of Counsel, Tiveron Law PLLC
1992 - Present
Senior Attorney, Law Office of James R. Maloney
Associations
Bar Association of Erie County
Member
Education
2021
National College for DUI Defense
N/A
Albany Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
State University of New York at Buffalo
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2020
The Basics of Law and the Science
The ABC's of DWI
2019
Superstar DWI Trial Seminar
DWI
Publications
2022
HoganWillig Blog
Holiday Party? There will be Punch.
Languages
English