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    Heather Christiana Tenney

    Heather Christiana Tenney

    4.915 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law, Employment & Labor and more
    Bio: Heather Tenney, Esq., LL.M. is a Partner in Tully Rinckey PLLC’s military law, federal employment, and national security law practice groups. She currently serves as the primary attorney for consultation in these areas. Heather brought her skills ...
    Rating:  10
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    Meir Moza

    Meir Moza

    4.517 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes and more
    Bio: Attorney Meir Moza, Former Prosecutor, Admitted in NY & NJ - Queens College, 1993, B.S, pre-law major, graduated with honors, honors in political science, Golden Key National Honor Society, top of the class - Touro Law School, graduated 1996, J.D,...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Don A. Murray

    Don A. Murray

    4.98 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: EDUCATION I went to Williams College where I majored in History. After Williams, I went to the University of Florida College of Law (now named the Levin College of Law). I graduated from law school with honors. LEGAL EXPERIENCE During law school, ...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Sara Beth Fedele

    Sara Beth Fedele

    5.06 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Sara is a very hard working, honest, trustworthy and sincere attorny. From my experience she was always honest, up front and open minded. She actually cared about the outcome of my case and had my best interest at hand. I was caught up in a conspi..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Lisa J. Pelosi

    Lisa J. Pelosi

    4.820 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 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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    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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    Michael Joseph Vavonese

    Michael Joseph Vavonese

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was referred to Michael Vavonese from another attorney. I was in serious need of a good attorney. He reassured me that all hope was not lost and explained in detail what would happen. It is a huge relief that there are skilled attorneys like Mr...."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Michael Joseph Sepe

    Michael Joseph Sepe

    5.03 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Business and more
    Review: "Mr. Sepe handled my case very professionally and answered all my questions with much patience, ultimately settling my case with an excellent outcome. I would not hesitate to use his firm again and highly recommend to anyone in need of an attorney ..."
    Rating:  9.8
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    Joseph Michael Stancati

    Joseph Michael Stancati

    5.05 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Joe is an experienced trial lawyer who specializes in racial and sex discrimination in employment cases, and cases on behalf of people who have suffered abuse by NYPD or Department of Correction officers, including NYPD False Arrest, Excessive Use...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Colette Katz

    Colette Katz

    5.0160 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Administrative Law and more
    Bio: The initial consultation is free. E-Z Pass Research and Negotiations done. We have negotiated many successful settlements. Please feel free to contact us today, or to refer us to a friend in need of traffic defense.
    Rating:  8.1
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    Christopher August Curley

    Christopher August Curley

    5.01 review
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 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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    Rebecca Lynn Fox

    Rebecca Lynn Fox

    5.09 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Ms. Fox is an accomplished attorney with over twenty years of experience. Attorney Fox graduated magna cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law in Hamden, Connecticut and received Honors for Academic Excellence; Excellence in Clinical W...
    Rating:  9.3
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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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    Nancy M. Eraca

    Nancy M. Eraca

    4.318 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Workers Compensation and more
    Review: "I RETAINED NANCY FOR A ASSULT 3RD DEGREE AND SHE GOT THE CHARGE COMPLETELY DISMISSED. I WOULD RECOMEND HER TO ANYONE. SHE'S VERY RESPECTED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE!!!"
    Rating:  8.7
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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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    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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    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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    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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    Joseph P. Drescher

    Joseph P. Drescher

    5.020 reviews
    New York Criminal Defense Attorney
    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
    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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