Carolyn Sue Margolies

Carolyn Sue Margolies

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 44 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Richmond, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury

3200 Parkwood Ave., Richmond, VA

About Carolyn

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Experienced former prosecutor specializing in jury trials, representing clients in all areas of criminal defense from traffic matters (including DUI) through felony charges of all types.

36 years | 275 cases

40%
Personal Injury 20%

Experienced in both defendant's and plaintiff's negligence, including vehicle accidents, premises liability, products' liability, toxic environments, labor and construction accidents and wrongful death.

41 years | 600 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 44 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 12 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2013

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Carolyn S. Margolies, Esq.

3200 Parkwood Ave., Richmond, VA, 23221

Conde Law Firm

299 Broadway 17th Floor 299 Broadway, New York, NY, 10007

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Carolyn Sue Margolies's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Mark | May 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Got My Life Back!

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...w she was going to fight hard for me and she did. Carolyn was able to get me only 18 months probation-no house arrest-no jail time! Carolyn’s legal knowledge and her genuine caring for me gave me my life back. If you need help please reach out and talk with her.

Posted by Desiree | May 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved my Life!

Carolyn saved my life! Saved from the greatest nightmare in my life. I was given a date rape drug in a bar and proceeded to go psychotic and memory lost for 12 hours where a situation occurred. I was in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people. Under Florida law one is responsible for... one's actions at all time in all mental states only one of a few US states that will prosecute like this. We know who did it but can't prove it - there was no witnesses or video tape of being drugged. There was hostile witness of the situation There was no blood test performed by the officer and hospital I was brought to. I was caught in a major catch 22 where jail was on the table. My bond was set at $150,000. I would have lost a trial because of no evidence that could be proved. My life was going to be destroyed with 2 felonies and 4 years in jail. I would never work in my occupation again even with 30 years experience. Carolyn was relentless. She argued up several jurisdictional layers to high level persons. She developed a dozen strategies about my character, occupation, psychological, medical, financial, family, parents medical, etc. My life was devastated my with terror, anxiety, depression and high blood pressure. I was unable to work for sixteen months. After sixteen months and six court dates I walked out a free person with only community service owed. Carolyn saved my life. She also went far above the call of duty to help me personally and spiritually through this ordeal. She is a Saint. There is not a more talented and compassionate person I could ever have have hoped to place my life in her hands with. Carolyn is truly gifted and blessed. Thank you God for letting me find her.

Posted by Michael | May 18, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Attorney for Pinellas and Pasco

If you're in Pinellas or Pasco and need an attorney you should hire Carolyn Margolies. She is a very well-rounded, experienced attorney who isn't afraid to go to trial. All-around great experience from start to finish. Carolyn is very professional and genuinely cares about her clients. I strongly re...commend!

Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Dedicated Attorney

She is a caring attorney that really knows the law. She was able to help me get a prior conviction expunged. I was unaware of the laws concerning this issue. I am so glad I chose Carolyn Margolies to assist me with this case. She is hardworking and cares about people.

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Carolyn Sue Margolies's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ziona Kopelovich

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Gary Dasilva

Litigation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Ava Zelenetsky

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I wholly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Margolies is a superb attorney who is both extremely intelligent and sensitive and responsive to her clients."

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Stephanie Pawuk

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Benjamin Wittwer

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Family member

"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."

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2022 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Women Lawyers of Pasco

Member

2012 - Present

West Pasco Bar Assocation

Member

1981 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2011

Trail Lawyers Care

Member

1983 - 1985

Orange County Women Lawyers Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Labor Law

$450,000 settlement during jury selection

Wrongful Death

Settlement: 1 million dollars

Forklift accident

Truck company liable.

Labor Law

Settled at jury selection - with comparative fault factored: $450,000

Wrongful Death

DJury Verdict: 1,025,000 )includes 15% dedution for no seat belt

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Education

1987

Yale University

MA - Masters

1980

Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Hofstra University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Outlook to Success

Driving While Under the Influence

2016

Expunging a Criminal Conviction

Criminal Defense

2015

Outlook To Success

Criminal Defense

2014

EPAA (Estate Planning Attorneys Association)

Ancillary Probate

2014

Bloggers Beware

Slander and Defamation

2011

Understanding motor vehicle insurance

Lawsuits against Uninsured Motorists

2001

Trial Lawyers Care

Pro Bono Represenation

1996

Estate Planning

Death, Dying and Bereavement

Publications

2005

New York Law Journal Verdicts of Interests

Languages

English

Activity

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