$ 100-300 per hour
Simply, I love my job.
I am a - Smart, aggressive trial lawyer with a strong background in various federal practices to include veterans law and associated cases that touch veterans, dependents and survivors. My background is strong in criminal law, personal bankruptcy, disability and trial work.
I am licensed in New York, the Federal Circuit and am accredited by the United States Veteran's Administration, Office of General Counsel.
I practice heavily in FEDERAL LAW.
I have served the public for the majority of my life beginning with service in the United States Navy which included combat service during the Persian Gulf War in 1990-1991. I traveled after the service and became active in the insurance industry in Texas deciding later to return to college and pursue an advanced degree. I became engrossed in clinical research and trials, specifically microbiology and virology; I saw the need researchers had for grant writing and protective patents and decided to study intellectual property and enhance my skills with a law degree.
In law school, I got bit by the "trial bug". Hand-selected and trained on an individual level by national advocacy champions, I represented South Texas College of Law as a varsity advocate domestically and internationally, in Australia.
I love practicing law. I love trial work. Simply, I love what I do. I wake up each day thinking how blessed I am to be a lawyer.
My profession affords me the ability to pick a jury, build a case and do what I do best - zealously advocating for my client and ensuring a fair trial is had by all in accordance with the United States Constitution.
In my spare time, I give pro bono services to fellow veterans and spend time with my family and friends.
DISCLAIMER:
Any answer which is provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended as the practice of law in any jurisdiction in which I am not licensed. The answer does not constitute legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. The answer is based only on the information provided, and may be inaccurate in the context of additional facts that have not been provided. The questioner should be aware that I am only licensed to practice law in the state of NY and federal courts of Illinois and the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. Accordingly, before taking any action or refraining from taking any action, the questioner should consult with an attorney licensed to practice in his or her jurisdiction.
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Posted by Sabrina Liller | June 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Very hard working and cares for her clients well being
Hello Ms. Meindock is very hard working and took both mine and my fiance's cases on probono.Ms. Meindock got my fiance out of a world of trouble at no charge to us and really worked very hard on the case as if we paid her good money, which was not the case cause she did it out of the goodness of her ...
Posted by Chad Felker | May 25, 2015 | Criminal Defense
very professional
Dorothy was my Fiance's and my lawer in NY state. Dot was very knowledgeable and really did her homework when it came to our cases..She always kept us informed and up to date.. Dot fought very hard on our cases and she would inform you of what she thoughtbyour best route for you to go but ultimately...
Posted by Tara | April 17, 2015
I have never met an attorney so genuine.
Dot did exactly what she told me she would do. She was very open and honest that I was not in the best situation. She laid out all of the options, both good and bad. She explained how each option might turn out. It happened just like she thought it would. I am happy to have found her because I can un...
My genuine thanks. Dot
Posted by Tara | April 17, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt
bankruptcy
I would never have been able to afford a conventional bankruptcy. Dorothy was very knowledgeable and helpful at every turn. Would highly recommend her to anyone.
Tara - Thank you so much. In fact, I do not know which Tara is which ( I had two Tara's with open cases at the same time.) Either way, you both were a pleasure to work with. Blessings.
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Misled
We would like to start with the positive remarks first. Dorothy Meindok is a knowledgeable attorney who we feel is quite capable of handling a diversified case load. However, our experience with Dorothy Meindok was at best stressful and distrustful. We were one of her initial cases in New York State ...
That is not how I remember things. I also remember that I worked your case with integrity, ethics and passion for many, many months without one single penny being paid to me. This rating is unfair and I think you know it. I would like to address a few things you stated. To begin with, I returned your file because of unacceptable behaviors. I was defending your civil matter, which was many years old (I was the 3rd attorney you had,) for FREE, due to your veteran status, and I was not willing to work under those conditions. You are correct, we worked it out and tried it a second time despite my caution. Perhaps, I should have heeded my own warning that no good deed goes unpunished. Regardless, I will try to explain to you once more. Just because a case can be heard by an appellate court (they accept the brief) does not mean the case has any potential to reach the outcome you are seeking. I have a duty to a client and a duty to the court to not pursue frivolous matters.While the issue was and is very important to you as you see things, it does not always equate to a matter of importance to an Appellate Court. Appeals cost upwards of $10,000.00 most times. Without a stronger possibility of success, an appeal is cost prohibitive. Who was going to pay for this? That is a lawyer's job - to make those decisions after analyzing the facts and the law. I would have very much liked to have argued your case because I still think there is a conflict of interest. The trial court disagreed. Looking at the reasoning of the trial Judge in his interlocutory decision and the surrounding case law, etc..., there was not much chance of overturning his decision and removing the opposing counsel for conflict of interest. I did let you know that. You were not happy. I understand. The following months I repeatedly and diligently requested discovery from opposing counsel to no avail. I motioned at one time to have the Judge compel compliance. Opposing counsel was moving offices and was given more time to produce. He did not. I was waiting the time the Judge gave him to comply and the time that corresponding case law had deemed as "reasonable" (which is a standing legal precedent,) before taking further action and asking, (for the second time) a dismissal on your case for want of prosecution. I am very sad that you suddenly change your story & berate me here. I was there, for free, and worked very hard on your case & did what could be done. I spent a lot of time & my own personal money on your case, because I cared. Your previous lawyer was also not acceptable to you & my taking your case, for free, because of your veteran status, saved you several thousands of dollars for which you said you were grateful (?) because you told me that you could not afford paying him any longer. Sadly, I cannot force a Judge to dismiss your case, strike an opposing counsel, or to create timelines which suit you. I can ask & argue for it - and, I did. The answer was - no. Understand that my health took a turn for the worse. I have a right to be near family and friends, just like anyone else, when things like that are hanging in the balance. I told you that I would stay on your case as long as I could. However, I could not guarantee that I would be able to go the distance being several states away. I recommended that you seek another attorney. I followed up with a letter to memorialize that encounter that same day. Time passed and I was contacted by a local attorney asking for your file. I promptly supplied that to her and again, using my own personal money, sent it with tracking and priority. I have heard nothing from or about you since. I was hoping that you were in good hands and that your case was progressing. Now, I get this review, and there is much more I could say in my defense but I won't because I am not a person that thrives on conflict or hurting others. I do wish you the best in your future and I hope that you heal from your neighbor's actions.DM
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2008
Dean's List, South Texas College of Law
2004
Most Honored Graduate, University of Texas at MD Anderson Cancer Center
2013 - Present
Panel Attorney, Office Of The Federal Public Defender - Criminal Justice Act Panel
2012 - Present
Federal Attorney; not yet licensed in Illinois, Office of D. Meindok, Esq./ Law for Us All, ltd.
2007 - 2010
Felony Court #263, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Department Of Veteran's Affairs Regional Counsel
2014 - Present
7th Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
B.P.O.E. Kewanee, IllinoisMember
2013 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
New York State Appellate Division, Fourth Dept.Attorney Member
2011 - Present
Department of Veteran's AffairsAccredited Veteran's Attorney
2007 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionAttorney Member
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - 2009
Delta Theta PhiVice Dean
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Dismissed
Mr. Hunter was found Guilty in a case where he chose to initially represent himself. He did so for the first day of trial.
2014
Completed
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace and EEOC
English
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