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Carolyn Margolies’ 26 years of trial advocacy has been earned in civil and criminal courtrooms throughout New York State and, most recently, Florida Courts. She specializes in Personal Injury, Estate Planning, Criminal Defense and Immigration.
As a Senior Assistant District Attorney, Ms. Margolies worked with the criminal defense bar to facilitate treatment for those charged with driving under the influence and assisted in the State’s Drug Court initiative, insuring that those with addictions are given the opportunity for treatment in lieu of jail time. Immediately following the September 11 attacks, Carolyn became an active member of T.L.C. (Trial Lawyers Care); an organization formed to provide pro bono legal representation to the families of World Trade Center lead trial attorney for the Wall Street firm of Cheven, Keely & Hatzis, Carolyn had a record number of successful verdicts on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants throughout the five boroughs of New York City. Her aggressive representation of litigants, and her outstanding record of favorable verdicts, have been reported in numerous publications, including the New York Law Journal. Carolyn has litigated high profile cases in the Tampa Bay Area, has a perfect record of verdicts in the Circuit Courts and negotiated seven figure settlements for her clients.
Carolyn is a UnitedStates Immigration Attorney and can represent those seeking citizenship, asylum, businesses interents, family reunification and those who have been deported in any state in the country.
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Acquired: 1981
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Acquired: 2013
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3200 Parkwood Ave., Richmond, VA, 23221
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Posted by JENNIFER | October 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Ms Margolies represented our friend in a complex case. She was a tireless advocate and achieved a favorable resolution. Even the opposing federal counsel complimented her efforts . Her compassion and legal expertise made her the perfect attorney to help us. We highly recommend her. She is expand...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
My friend and I were recently in a car wreck wherein my handicapped equipped van was destroyed, my wheelchair was crushed and glass was strewed everywhere. I suffered bruises and contusions and my friend, broken ribs. We were hit by an underinsured, drunk motorist. Ms. Margolies negotiated the hos...
Posted by jack | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
My partner and I have been in a committed Gay relationship for over 39 years. We were actively involved in the LGBTQ Rights movement while living in Miami Florida. Upon moving to Tarpon Springs Florida we were subjected to anti-Gay discrimination in an over 55 condominium community culminating with...
Posted by Michael | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
She handled the end of life legal matters for my mother. My family and I are grateful and pleased with the services provided.
Posted by Mark | May 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I was charged with 2 felonies and was facing 4-10 years. My situation was made worse by my prior record from years ago. I could say wrong time wrong place but I knew I was in trouble. My sister told me about Carolyn and took me to meet her. I was skeptical and scared but from the first meeting I kne...
"I endorse this lawyer. She’s brilliant, hard working aggressive and experienced She’s knowledgeable and works tirelessly for her clients. I trust her to take good care of my clients, as she has on many occasions."
"I have known Carolyn for over 40 years. It is my fault she went to law school. When my practice was in New York, she worked for my law firm. She is a great trial attorney. Juries love her because she lacks the pretentiousness which is all too common in this line of work. Perhaps most importantly, her commitment to her clients is unquestionable. It is my privilege to endorse her."
"I wholly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Margolies is a superb attorney who is both extremely intelligent and sensitive and responsive to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently met Carolyn through the local Bar association. She has tons of experience in large established firms and I would not hesitate to call her and ask her advice on any legal matter."
"Carolyn is an experienced attorney who has excelled in several areas of civil and criminal law during her career in New York, New Mexico, and Florida. She gives has a track record of successful outcomes, including large cash awards and favorable jury verdicts. She always gives her clients 100% and is easy to work with."
Criminal defense lawyer
2023
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Performing CEO, New Mexico Business Weekly
2011
Governor's Award for Outstanding New Mexico Women, New Mexico Commission on the Status and Role of Women
2003
Trial Lawyers Care, NYC Pro Bono
2001
Representation of World Trade Center Victims, Trial Lawyers Care
1983
Founder, Drug Court initiative - State of New York
2015 - Present
Trial Counsel, Margolies Law
2015 - Present
Attorney, Anderson and Broderson
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Conde law Group
2013 - 2014
Trial Attorney, Cicchetti Law
2009 - 2011
President/CEO, YWCA Middle Rio Grande
2000 - 2009
Trial Attorney, Cheven, Keely & Hatzis
1997 - 2000
Associate - litigation, Velella, Velella, Basso & Casandra
1982 - 1985
Senior assistant, District Attorney, Orange County
1980 - 1982
Attorney for Student Association, State University of New York, New Paltz
1979 - 1981
Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Bruce Wright, Criminal Court, Kings County NY, NY
2022 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Women Lawyers of PascoMember
2012 - Present
West Pasco Bar AssocationMember
1981 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2011
Trail Lawyers CareMember
1983 - 1985
Orange County Women Lawyers AssociationPresident
$450,000 settlement during jury selection
Settlement: 1 million dollars
Truck company liable.
Settled at jury selection - with comparative fault factored: $450,000
DJury Verdict: 1,025,000 )includes 15% dedution for no seat belt
1987
MA - Masters
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Driving While Under the Influence
2016
Criminal Defense
2015
Criminal Defense
2014
Ancillary Probate
2014
Slander and Defamation
2011
Lawsuits against Uninsured Motorists
2001
Pro Bono Represenation
1996
Death, Dying and Bereavement
2005
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