Nancy M. Eraca

Nancy M. Eraca

4.3
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Elmira, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Family

150 Lake St, Third Floor West, Elmira, NY

About Nancy

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Have handled all types of matrimonial issues, pre-nuptial agreements, and anti-nuptial agreements

33 years | 150 cases

35%
Criminal Defense 30%

Criminal defense on all Penal Law and Vehicle and Traffic Offenses. Was a DWI Prosecutor for the first 4 years of my career. I was Chemung County Public Defender for 3 1/2 years handling all types of crimes including DWI, Drug Sales and Possessions, Grand Larceny, Sex Offenses, Assaults and Murder from arraignment to trial.

37 years | 1,500 cases

30%
Workers Compensation 25%

Handle the injured worker's case from first notice to settlement phase, including appeals.

33 years | 1,500 cases

25%
Family 10%

Custody, visitation, Article 10 abuse/neglect and child support.

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Nancy Eraca

150 Lake St, Third Floor West, Elmira, NY, 14901-3401

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Nancy M. Eraca's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews

Posted by Robert | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional Criminal Defense Lawyer

I was looking for a professional Defense Lawyer that would take my case and when I Hired Nancy M.Eraca I knew from the start I got the right Attorney because not knowing the Laws she listened patiently to all the information I had.explained everything in detail all the different laws pertaining to my... case when I didn't understand she patiently explained it so I could and from having Nancy as my Attorney it took the burden off my back and the worrying the countless lost of sleep that when she was finished I knew I had the right Attorney for my case,I won Thanks to Nancy's hard work and professionalism I cannot Thank her enough for her Knowlegde in Everything on the laws pertaining to my case,I would most definitely recommend Nancy M. Erica to handle your case because she will not stop till she has all the facts to represent you and take you over the top. Nancy M. Eraca is who you need for Representation. Truly a Step above the rest.

Posted by Grace | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Passionate and Professional

Nancy was extremely conscientious and involved throughout my entire experience working with her. She is very knowledgeable, passionate, and informative, while maintaining an open dialogue with her clients and yielding results in her clients' best interests.

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Professionalism and Results

Ms. Eraca was skillful and professional throughout the legal process and turned a trying time into a pleasant one.

Posted by Richard Bell | June 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

excellent representation

I retained nancy around april 2012 and she helped me get my kids back, iam glad we decided to go with a attorney with great knowledge of the law and her passion, thank you nancy

Posted by shane | December 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

I expect nothing but the best from her!

This is not a review from legal rep. from Nancy but I would like to say that I have seen and heard nothing but good feedback on the internet and from people about Nancy. I am currently in need of a lawyer for my workers comp case and I am proud to say I will most likely be hiring Nancy for legal r...ep. I will be contacting her ASAP.

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Lee Koch

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I hired Nancy to appear for me on a matter in Chemung County when I was in a pinch. Her knowledge and contacts in the area are second to none. She has such unique insight into the area that she basically built the foundations of my own case. My client was impressed with her per diem representation, and it reflected well on me. When I appeared on the following court date, I met with Nancy at her office, and I was truly amazed by her passion and kindness. I can't wait for the opportunity to work with Nancy again. I highly recommend and endorse Nancy Eraca when you need a trustworthy attorney you can depend upon."

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Anna Czarples

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Chad Hammond

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

N/A

Pro Bono Award, Chemung County Neighborhood Legal Services

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Corning Community College

2006 - 2009

Chief, Chemung County Public Defender

1995 - 2004

Public Defender, Chemung County Public Defender

1990 - 1994

Assistant District Attorney, Steuben County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Chemung County Project for Bail

President of the Board

New York State Bar Association

Member

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - 2010

Chemung County Bar Association

President

Education

1989

Pace University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Oxford University

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Agnes Scott College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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