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Jackson Heights Has 2333 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 10879 Reviews

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (Bronx)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Civil Rights and more

Bio: Top Rated Bronx Criminal Defense Attorney. Thirty-Eight Years Trial Experience. Peter J. Schaffer is an experienced criminal defense attorney with a successful track record of fighting for his clients. As one of the top Bronx criminal defense lawy...

Rating: 8.6

Call for a FREE consultation(866) 430-3740

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Employment & Labor

Bio: Phillip C. Hamilton stands at the pinnacle of his profession as a highly sought-after trial attorney and litigator, celebrated for his exceptional track record in delivering tangible results for his clients. With extensive experience, Phillip cons...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Jackson Heights, NY

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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more

Review: "Un exelente abogado , súper profesional y un gran ser humano que en momentos super difíciles tubo las palabras correctas para sentirnos protegida y respaldados mi esposo y yo. Y en el momento de hacer su trabajo fue magistral para un veredicto en ..."

Rating: 9.6

Call for a consultation(855) 890-7347

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Military Law and more

Bio: Timothy C. Parlatore concentrates his practice in the areas of white-collar litigation, investigations and civil litigation. Known for his fierce advocacy and impressive track record of legal victories across many jurisdictions, Mr. Parlatore has ...

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(855) 525-9978

Timothy Parlatore's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (Kew Gardens)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Retain a former prosecutor who know the terrain, knows the players and knows the law. Providing top notch representation when not only your reputation, but freedom is at stake.

Rating: 9.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Landlord & Tenant, Immigration

Bio: Damaris Santamaria joined Rosenberg & Estis, P.C. in 2026 and is an Associate with the firm’s Litigation Department. Santamaria has significant experience in housing, criminal defense, immigration, and civil rights law. Her background includes ten...

Rating: 6.7

Call for a consultation(866) 490-6232

Damaris Ruth Santamaria's Website

Canepa Joseph Attorney
37-38 75th Street Main Floor, Jackson Heights, NY

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

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

Rating: 6.7

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Nilendri Senanayake is an immigration attorney focused on citizenship, visas, and family-based immigration, providing strategic legal guidance to clients. Personal Mission: As an immigrant herself, Nilendri understands just how life-changing the i...

Rating: 5.6

Call for a consultation(650) 276-0660

Nilendri Senanayake's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (Kew Gardens)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Civil Rights

Bio: Mr. Jeffrey D. Cohen joined the Brooklyn District Attorney’s office as an Assistant District Attorney and for nearly 6 years distinguishing himself as a trial attorney and was promoted to the felony trial bureau where he soon became a senior prose...

Rating: 9.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

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

Bio: I have dedicated my career to defending motorists with traffic tickets and criminal summonses. With over 31 years of experience in the New York State Court system, I will fight your tickets with dedication and determination. My offices are based i...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Business and more

Bio: Excellece. Integrity. Results. Due to overwhelming scams and spam, Messages sent through this website are no longer managed as of 2025. Information and Required Legal Disclaimers. These pages are not regularly maintained or updated and are likely ...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Jason Stern completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland and graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 1994. Soon after starting his own practice in 1995, he began litigating cases in state and federal court. He is admitted to pra...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Discrimination and more

Top Rated Employment Litigation Attorney and Founding Partner of Wigdor LLP.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(855) 303-2475

Douglas H. Wigdor's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: For 35+ years, we have successfully helped 100,000s of motorists with their New York traffic and speeding tickets. Our mission is to make your legal problem as simple and easy as possible. Anywhere in New York State. In addition to running a bouti...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (Flushing)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum

Whether it's immigration, criminal, or civil litigation, Alexandre Law Firm is always on your side!

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(855) 593-2789

Felipe Alexandre's Website

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Asylum and more

Tending to all your immigration needs.

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(678) 940-6473

Margaret Wai Wong's Website

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: As the driving force behind the Law Office of Julio E. Portilla, P.C., Julio E. Portilla, Esq. combines extensive legal knowledge with a personal commitment to client advocacy. His full-service law firm emphasizes bankruptcy, personal injury, fami...

Rating: 9.0

Call for a FREE consultation(866) 646-7054

Julio E Portilla's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Justice is about the relentless pursuit of fairness. It cannot ever be acheived but must be constantly fought for. I bring the fight to the government for my clients. This is a ceaseless pursuit and one I never tire from.

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (Forest Hills)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Divorce & Separation and more

LEGAL EXPERIENCE YOU NEED AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(516) 871-4750

Douglas M. Scheinman's Website

Criminal Defense Attorney near Jackson Heights (New York)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "This was my very first time navigating the legal system, and I thank God every single day that I chose Steven Metcalf to represent me. From the very beginning, Steven brought a level of attention, care, and detail that is genuinely rare to find in..."

Rating: 10

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