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    Lisa J. Pelosi

    Lisa J. Pelosi

    4.820 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: If you are looking at my profile then you or a loved one must be in need of help. I'm certain you are going through a difficult time. I have been practicing criminal law for over thirty years in the NYC and Hudson Valley. Having been a Prosecutor,...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Sandra Choi

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    Sandra Choi

    5.016 reviews
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    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning and more
    Offering experience and skill of the highest caliber.
    Rating:  7.6
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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in New York

    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Terence Leander Kindlon

    Terence Leander Kindlon

    4.47 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Appeals
    Bio: Terence L. Kindlon has practiced as a criminal defense lawyer in New York's capital city since 1974. He began his career as an assistant public defender and entered private practice in the late 1970's. Over the years Terry has defended many people...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Joel Richard Salinger

    Joel Richard Salinger

    4.420 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Choosing a lawyer to defend you in court in a Divorce Action or in a Criminal or DWI / Traffic case may be one of the most important decisions you ever have to make. In making your decision whether or not to place you trust in my law firm I’d like...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Christopher August Curley

    Christopher August Curley

    5.01 review
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I am a solo practitioner at Curley Law, PLLC with over 5 and a half years of experience specializing in criminal law. As a former prosecutor, I have the jury trial experience and fundamental knowledge of the criminal justice system needed to effec...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    5.07 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Creative and aggressive litigator, former prosecutor, innovative in areas of prevention policy and workplace training. Strong background in investigations, criminal and family law. Staunch advocate for victims of gender based crime and individuals...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Phyllis R. Mintz

    Phyllis R. Mintz

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, General Practice, Land Use & Zoning and more
    Review: "I would especially like to extend my gratitude towards Ms MINTZ whom I felt had really worked to bring a favorable outcome. SHE took the time to sit down and listen to my story. SHE asked questions, wrote notes down and strategized. FROM there she..."
    Rating:  8.3
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    Maryam A. N'Ha Margo Hadden

    Maryam A. N'Ha Margo Hadden

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Maryam Hadden is a partner with Parlatore Law Group, who brings nearly a quarter of a century of experience in litigation to work for you. Ms. Hadden's practice area concentrations are investigations, white collar litigation, appellate work, and c...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Alain V. Massena

    Alain V. Massena

    5.02 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I have nothing but GREAT things to say about Mr. Massena. From the very beginning Mr. Massena put his clients first, he listened and was very attentive. He was very honest and upfront whether it was good news or bad news. He was very knowledgeable..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Mercedes S. Cano

    Mercedes S. Cano

    5.021 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family and more
    Bio: Mercedes S. Cano is the sole proprietor of the Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano. She has extensive experience in the area of immigration law, and more specifically in matters involving deportation, immigration petitions with criminal issues and crim...
    Rating:  8.8
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    Lawrence A. Newman

    Lawrence A. Newman

    4.9148 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: Hi my name is Larry Newman. Originally, I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. I am of counsel to Cyr and Associates. Their legal practice is 100% dedicated to the defense of DWI charges in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Cyr and Associates i...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Christopher Michael Waters

    Christopher Michael Waters

    5.07 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Former 10 year Rockland County Senior Assistant District Attorney assigned to Narcotics Unit. Experienced Criminal Defense attorney in New York and New Jersey. Prosecuted and defended all types of cases from serious violent felony and A1 level nar...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Nathan Michael Semmel

    Nathan Michael Semmel

    5.04 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: A law firm is only as strong as its leadership. Nathan M. Semmel is a former Manhattan Assistant District Attorney turned criminal defense attorney who truly cares about his clients. Nathan handles all types of criminal cases from simple misdemean...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Bruce A. Petito

    Bruce A. Petito

    4.817 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: I have tried over 140 cases to verdict in the personal injury and criminal areas. I am trial counsel for over 15 attorneys who refer me their personal injury cases They trust my ability, my experiance and my trial expertise. My results speak for t...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Bryan E. Cameron

    Bryan E. Cameron

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mr. Cameron helped me with a small legal issue recently. He was easy to deal with, cut straight to the point and made things simple. He offered me an affordable fee for the legal issue I had, when others quoted me more. It all worked out and my is..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Jared William Derosso

    Jared William Derosso

    5.010 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Jared DeRosso focuses his practice primarily on divorce and other family law matters. Working out of the firm's office in New City, New York, he provides representation to clients throughout Rockland County and the surrounding Hudson Valley. Mr. D...
    Rating:  10
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    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    5.01 review
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: I am a Marine Corps veteran and former NYPD police officer. I worked as a Staff Attorney in the Legal Aid Society of new York's Criminal Defense Practice from 2007 until 2017. Licensed to practice law in New York State and before the federal bar s...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Igor Niman

    Igor Niman

    5.02 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Thank you for hard work and strategic approach, we achieved a favorable outcome. I truly appreciate their commitment and would highly recommend to anyone in need of legal assistance. His knowledge, compassion, and professionalism make him an outst..."
    Rating:  8.6
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    Eric K. Schillinger

    Eric K. Schillinger

    4.69 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: With hundreds of cases handled, The Law Office of Eric K. Schillinger is one of the best criminal defense firms in Albany. Our lawyer has protected the constitutional rights of people at the local level and has even tried multiple cases at the fed...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Dorea Helene Silverman

    Dorea Helene Silverman

    5.05 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, White Collar Crime and more
    Review: "We hired Silverman to help a relative. The case developed an unexpected complication, which could have resulted in a very negative outcome. Silverman was extremely sensitive to the nuances of the case, using her intelligence, legal experience and ..."
    Rating:  8.8
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