$ 150-300 per hour
David A. Hoffmann graduated from Canisius College before attending the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. While at UB Law, Dave was a member of the Trial Team which won the National Ethics Trial Competition at University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. In addition to his private practice as an attorney, Dave served as an Assistant District Attorney in Niagara County for five years. His ability to understand the prosecutor's perspective is a huge asset in plea negotiations and trials. Dave is committed to protecting the rights of all of his clients, making sure they understand the process, and helping them to achieve the most favorable result possible. He has been a Partner at Van Allen & Hoffmann, LLP since 2017.
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$ 150-300 per hour
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Acquired: 2009
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10 University Drive, Geneseo, NY, 14454
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Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2015
I most highly recommend Dave Hoffmann to anyone who wants to understand what they are going through and how their decision will impact the rest of their lives. Dave explained to me that he has worked as a prosecuting attorney before and understands what "both sides" are looking for in a resolution. D...
Posted by John | July 21, 2015
I would like to give my highest recommendation of David Hoffmann. I needed an attorney for a criminal case in Geneseo, NY and he handled my case in a very professional manner. He was reassuring, honest and sensitive to my needs. Mr Hoffmann's familiarity with the local system and his deep knowledge o...
Posted by Julia | June 1, 2015
I am more than pleased with the work David Hoffmann has done for me. He is punctual, reliable, and fair. I was impressed with this willingness to go the extra mile and ensure I was happy with his resolution. He is knowledgeable and was very helpful as I encountered our legal system.
Posted by Justin | October 2, 2014
Mr. Hoffmann recently assisted me in a divorce. His communication with both myself and the other attorney involved in the proceeding was timely and proactive. Where I planned on much more expensive attorney fee, I felt the fees charged in the situation were more than fair and the money that was sav...
"David brings his experience as a former prosecutor to every case. He knows the courts of Livingston and Steuben Counties well, and I endorse him."
"When I have a question about a nuanced provision of the criminal procedure law, I turn to Dave Hoffmann. Notably, Dave has been an expert witness with respect to the criminal procedure law. Dave's firm grasp of criminal procedure, evidence law, and the intricacies of jury selection, make him an excellent criminal and civil litigator."
"David in an excellent lawyer and zealous advocate. He is extremely knowledgeable and creative when it comes to solving legal problems. Above all, he genuinely cares about his clients and works hard to protect their interests."
"Mr. Hoffmann is a talented trial lawyer whom I have known for almost ten years, and I endorse him without reservation."
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Champion, University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law National Ethics Trial Competition
2017 - Present
Partner, Van Allen & Hoffmann, LLP
2017 - 2018
Special Assistant Public Defender, Steuben County Public Defender's Office
2016 - 2017
First Assistant Conflict Defender, Steuben County Conflict Defender's Office
2015 - 2016
Assistant Public Defender, Livingston County Public Defender's Office
2012 - 2017
Sole Practitioner, David A. Hoffmann, Attorney & Counselor at Law
2009 - 2014
Assistant District Attorney, Niagara County District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Research Assistant, O'brien Boyd, PC
2005 - 2005
Intern, Niagara County District Attorney's Office
2016 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2016 - Present
Ethical Lawyers of America
2016 - Present
Lead Counsel
2014 - Present
New York State Defenders Association
2014 - Present
New York State Bar Association
2014 - Present
Livingston County Bar Association
2009 - 2010
New York State Defenders Association
2009 - 2010
New York State Bar Association
2009 - 2010
American Bar Association
2009 - 2010
Bar Association of Erie County
2009 - 2014
Niagara County Bar Association
Dismissed (Defense Motion)
Dismissed (Defense Motion)
Case Dismissed (Defense Motion)
Acquitted by Jury
Acquitted by Jury
Reduced to Misdemeanor DWI and Unlawful Fleeing in full satisfaction.
Dismissed.
Non-criminal plea to Disorderly Conduct, fine and surcharge waived.
Reduced to Misdemeanor DWI in full satisfaction, State Minimum fine and surchage assessed.
Non-criminal plea to Disorderly Conduct.
Dismissed.
Reduced to non-moving infraction.
Dismissed
Reduced to non-moving infraction.
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JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Burglary
2015
Wills and Estates
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