Top Rated Howard Beach, NY Criminal Defense Lawyers

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 Attorney near Howard Beach (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: I am an experienced, aggressive and caring advocate who prides myself on being responsive to my clients (an email or phone call will be returned by the end of the business day) and providing the best legal representation at an affordable rate. Wit...

Rating: 8.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Damien Brown represented me a gun possession case and after going to Court for almost a year, the DA wouldn't come down on the offer. Mr. Brown took it to trial and beat all the charges against me. He was able to prove that the allegations were fa..."

Rating: 7.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr. Shalley really helped our family when no one else would. He believed in us and helped us get through a very difficult situation."

Rating: 6.5

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Charles is an excellent lawyer. He did a great job for me. He was knowledgeable, explained the process to me, but was most important to me is that he kept posted and updated on the case. When Charles walks in the courtroom, he lights up the whole ..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Mr. Fields represented my son in a homocide case . We took the case to trail and my son was found NOT GUILTY. Mr. Fields was very precise in presenting his case and proving and catching the police and witness's in their LIES"

Rating: 7.1

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Divorce & Separation

Review: "M.Zawisny was helping me in fighting criminal charges filed against me.He did such a good job! Thank to him I can apply for my Green Card now! I strongly recommend Mr.Zawisny as a lawyer!"

Rating: 7.1

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "Mr. Alpert just got my 6-point speeding violation dismissed. I don’t know how he did it. But I am amazed and extremely pleased with the result and I highly recommend him for any traffic citations."

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "Karan has been my lawyer for over two years and has done an excellent job in not only fighting for me, but also protecting my interests! He was very patient with me and gave me extra time to pay my balance for his services. It was very much apprec..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "After being ambushed by the California extradition machine, Sahar was a much-needed rock in a sea of confusion. She gave us the confidence and assurance that our child was being strongly advocated for. She communicated early and often, and kept us..."

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: MY EXPERIENCE AS A PROSECUTOR AND A TRAFFIC COURT JUDGE HAVING EXPOSED ME TO CASES FROM ALL THREE SIDES ALLOWS ME TO EVALUATE YOUR CASE IN A REALISTIC MANNER THAT WILL RESULT IN A MINIMUM OF COSTS AND AGGRIVATION TO YOU DURING A VERY STRSSFUL TIME...

Rating: 7.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Business and more

Review: "Ommmmggggg!!! Mike is the TRUTH! I could have been sitting in a jail cell for a very long time but Mike made it possible that I got time served!!!! Mike is beyond highly RECOMMEND and worth EVERY penny and more!!!!! I love you Mike and I would def..."

Rating: 7.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more

Bio: It really does not matter how big or small the case. Tony Mirvis is ready to personally manage your criminal case. Keep in mind that each case is fought with an intense level of vigor and precision, ensuring that every angle and approach is analyz...

Rating: 7.0

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Howard Beach (Brooklyn)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Support, Child Custody and more

Bio: After graduating with her B.A. from the University of Miami, Ms. Rookwood attended the University of Florida, Levin College of Law (UF) where she was actively involved in campus organizations, including serving as President of the Family Law Socie...

Rating: 7.9

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