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    Lisa J. Pelosi

    Lisa J. Pelosi

    4.820 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Poughkeepsie)
    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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    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Fort Lee)
    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 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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    Christopher August Curley

    Christopher August Curley

    5.01 review
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Endicott)
    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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    Cheryl Meyers Buth

    Cheryl Meyers Buth

    5.02 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Orchard Park)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Appeals, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Cheryl Meyers Buth and her partner Laurie Baker are wonderful at their commitments. They only way you will be disappointed is that you did not follow what they advised you to do. "
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    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    Patricia Ellen Gunning

    5.07 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (New City)
    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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    Donna R. Newman

    Donna R. Newman

    5.01 review
    Buttermore Newman Delanney & Foltz, LLP
    111 Broadway Suite 1805, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Donna represented me from 2013 until 2014. She was keen and wit. On top of her A game. She is strong and fierce. And I will never stop Appreciating her. "
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    Phyllis R. Mintz

    Phyllis R. Mintz

    5.03 reviews
    Phyllis Mintz, Esq.
    298 W 11 Th St, New York, NY
    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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    Alain V. Massena

    Alain V. Massena

    5.02 reviews
    Massena Law P.C.
    305 Broadway Ste 1001, New York, NY
    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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    Abe George

    Abe George

    5.012 reviews
    Abe George, Esq.
    44 Wall Street, 2nd floor, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Abe George has been an attorney for over a decade. Since law school Abe has had an interest in criminal law. During law school Abe had interned in the Homicide Unit of the Queens County District Attorney's Office and the Special Prosecutions Burea...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Mercedes S. Cano

    Mercedes S. Cano

    5.021 reviews
    The Law Office of Mercedes S. Cano
    100 Park Ave.,, Suite 1600, New York, NY
    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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    Christopher Michael Waters

    Christopher Michael Waters

    5.07 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (New City)
    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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    Joseph P. Drescher

    Joseph P. Drescher

    5.020 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Albany)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Dependability is crucial while navigating the legal process. Mr. Drescher puts the upmost importance on being available to his clients during stressful times. He couples unmatched reliability with patience and warmth. Clients should expect strong ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Nathan Michael Semmel

    Nathan Michael Semmel

    5.04 reviews
    Law Offices of Nathan M. Semmel
    1177 Avenue of the Americas, 5th Floor, New York, NY
    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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    Bryan E. Cameron

    Bryan E. Cameron

    5.03 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Sayville)
    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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    John Doyle Pappalardo

    John Doyle Pappalardo

    5.02 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (White Plains)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "My family and I are forever greatful to john for all he has done for us he always made time always kept us informed he did more then most attorneys would have he is more then just an attorney he is an angel.Most lawyers just care about the money N..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    Lawrence James Fredella

    Lawrence James Fredella

    5.07 reviews
    Lawrence J. Fredella
    30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Mr. Fredella was just selected as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers for 2016-2017. He is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in New York city having tried more than 50 homicides to verdict as both prosecutor and ...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    Gregory Olayinka Ajose

    5.01 review
    The Law Office of Gregory O. Ajose, P.C.
    48 Wall Street Suite 1100, New York, NY
    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
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Brooklyn)
    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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    Terence Leander Kindlon

    Terence Leander Kindlon

    4.47 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Albany)
    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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    Eric K. Schillinger

    Eric K. Schillinger

    4.69 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near New York (Albany)
    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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