Highland Mills, New York Criminal Lawyers

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James Edward Monroe
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Goshen, NY Criminal Law Attorney
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Benjamin Ostrer
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Chester, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 40 years experience
(845) 469-7577 111 Main Street
P.O. Box 509
 Chester, NY 10918
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Municipal and Personal Injury
New York Law School
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Principal attorney with Ostrer & Associates, P.C. the successor firm to Ostrer & Hoovler, P.C. located in Chester, New York. The practice handles criminal defense, complex litigation and personal injury matters. Ben is the 2016 recipient of the New York State Bar Assn. Charles Crimi Memorial Award as the outstanding private criminal defense attorney in New York. He has obtained not guilty verdicts in serious felony cases and has an AV rating from Martindale Hubbel as well as a top 25 in the Hudson Valley rating by Superlawyers. He has obtained not guilty verdicts in a...
Anthony Arturi Jr.
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Chester, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 23 years experience
(845) 576-0600 111 Main Street
 Chester, NY 10918
Criminal, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
New York Law School
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Anthony Arturi, Esq. provides dedicated, energetic and loyal representation to his clients to efficiently protect and advance their interests. He has 23 years of experience in representing large and small clients alike, in matters involving real estate transfers and development, finance, contract and business litigation, commercial litigation, employment law, shareholder disputes, contract and real estate disputes, appellate practice, legal ethics, criminal defense and personal injury matters. His representative clients include real estate developers, industrial service companies, shopping center owners, banks and private lenders and numerous small business owners. Mr. Arturi is admitted to practice law in...
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Amir Hassan Sadaghiani
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Chester, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 10 years experience
(877) 469-7577 111 Main Street
P.O. Box 509
 Chester, NY 10918
Criminal and Personal Injury
University of Notre Dame
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Amir Hassan Sadaghiani has been an Associate with Ostrer & Associates, P.C. since October 2014. Prior to joining the firm, he served the people of Orange County as an Assistant District Attorney since December 2006. While serving in the Orange County District Attorney's Office, he investigated, prosecuted, and tried numerous cases to verdict involving the crimes of murder, vehicular assault, arson, assault, intimidating a witness, robbery, burglary, criminal possession of a weapon, possession and sale of narcotics and marihuana, driving while intoxicated and larceny. Mr. Sadaghiani was assigned to the Special Investigations Unit where he oversaw the District Attorney's Office's...
Benjamin Ari Greenwald
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New Windsor, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience
(845) 567-4820 121 executive drive
Ste 200
 New Windsor, NY 12550
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Brooklyn Law School
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James Edward Monroe
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Goshen, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience
(845) 551-6704 211 Main St
 Goshen, NY 10924
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Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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James E. Monroe is a partner at Dupée & Monroe. P.C. where he devotes his practice to representing injured plaintiffs in personal injury litigation including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, and construction accidents. James also maintains an active criminal defense practice and represents people whose civil rights have been violated. James received his undergraduate degree from Albany State University in 1991 and earned his Juris Doctorate law degree from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan in 1996. In addition to his law practice, James is proud to serve as Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Access:Supports...
Jason C. Scott
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Walden, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 9 years experience
(845) 778-2121 158 Orange Avenue
 Walden, NY 12586
Criminal, Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation and DWI
Pace Law School
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Jason C. Scott is an associate with the firm's litigation team practicing general civil and criminal litigation. In addition, he focuses on regulatory and compliance issues in health care. His experience in the health care field and as a litigator enable him to provide clients with the best possible representation in a broad range of legal matters.
Brian Berkowitz
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New City, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(845) 638-9200 222 North Main Street
 New City, NY 10956
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Roger Williams University School of Law
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While working as a prosecutor, Brian Berkowitz was appointed by the District Attorney of Rockland County as the Senior Assistant District Attorney in charge of the Driving While Intoxicated Bureau. In this supervisory role, he was responsible for the training of prosecutors and the review and assessment of every Driving While Intoxicated (DWI / DUI) case brought before the District Attorney's Office, as well as personally handling the most serious misdemeanor and felony Driving While Intoxicated cases from inception to trial. As a Criminal Defense Attorney, Brian Berkowitz has utilized his insight and vast background and experience on both sides...
Jonathan Bradford Ripps
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New City, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 22 years experience
(845) 709-6644 254 S. Main Street
5th Floor
 New City, NY 10956
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A versatile lawyer, Jonathan Ripps handles a wide array of cases. Whether you have been accused of driving under the influence of alcohol or victimized by somebody else’s negligence, you can depend on this trusted lawyer for excellent legal advice and representation. A passionate and proactive attorney, he will work tirelessly to secure a favorable resolution for your current case. For the ultimate in criminal and traffic defense, personal injury and entertainment law, do not hesitate to turn to the Law Offices of Jonathan B. Ripps.
Jay Golland
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New City, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 23 years experience
(845) 709-6060 254 South Main Street
Suite 500
 New City, NY 10956
Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The George Washington University Law School
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I am a solo practitioner with a general practice in Rockland County. My areas of practice include Criminal Defense, Traffic Tickets, Debt Collection, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Landlord Tenant matters and more. I started my legal career as a prosecutor at the Rockland County District Attorney's Office. As a Senior Assistant District Attorney, I gained experience handling a wide array of criminal matters, from petty offenses to serious felonies. I also supervised drug cases and was the ADA assigned to the Rockland County Narcotics Task Force. I left the RCDA to become a...
Raed M. Issa
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Middletown, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 8 years experience
(845) 202-3331 138 West Main Street
 Middletown, NY 10940
Criminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Vermont Law School
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RAED M. ISSA, ESQ., ATTORNEY AT LAW, is the founder of THE LAW OFFICE OF RAED M. ISSA, PLLC., a full-service general practice law firm proudly representing individuals and businesses within the Hudson Valley and surrounding areas. Mr. Issa is admitted to practice law in both New York and New Jersey. Raed M. Issa, Esq. is fluent in English, Spanish, and Arabic. While every case is unique, THE LAW OFFICE OF RAED M. ISSA, PLLC. brings the same level of dedication and passion to every client, no matter their situation. Mr. Issa to provides...
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Zev Goldstein
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Monsey, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(845) 356-7770 38 Melnick Dr
 Monsey, NY 10952
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Yeshivas Ohr Somayach and Western New England College
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Specializing in Traffic law, and all moving violations. My motto is Zero Points. Proud father of 10 children ranging from 25 to 9. I have a room full of books and I love reading. Don't pay that ticket! Save time and money on fines and insurance!
Brian Fetzko
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Middletown, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 8 years experience
(845) 775-4363 12 Evergreen Drive
Suite 102
 Middletown, NY 10940
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Real Estate
Touro College
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I am admitted to practice law before the courts of the states of New York and New Jersey, as well as the Southern District of New York and District of New Jersey. I earned my J.D. degree from Touro College School of Law and my B.B.A. from Pace University. I practice in the areas of bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, real estate, and criminal law. My office is located in the historic Gaynor Mansion Professional Building in Middletown, New York. I am a proud member of the New York State Bar Association, Orange County Bar Association, and Hudson...
Peter William Green
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Middletown, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(845) 820-5091 815 Route 211 East
 Middletown, NY 10941
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Syracuse University College of Law
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Conrad Evan Pollack
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Peekskill, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 32 years experience
(800) 223-2814 906 South Street
 Peekskill, NY 10566
Criminal, Appeals, Immigration and Personal Injury
Brooklyn Law School
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CONRAD E. POLLACK is the Managing Partner of Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP. He heads the firm’s immigration department. He graduated from New York University in 1981 and from Brooklyn Law School in 1984 with great honors. He was admitted in New York in 1985. Over the course of his career, Mr. Pollack has acquired experience in all aspects of immigration law, including deportation & removal matters, work, trainee and seasonal visas, family-based visas, political asylum and citizenship matters. He is a member of the New York Court Lawyers Association, ILW.com, American Bar Association...
(800) 223-2814 225 Broadway, 3rd Floor
 New York, NY 10007
Kimberly Sofia
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New City, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 6 years experience
(845) 639-7011 151 N. Main Street, Suite 202
 New City, NY 10956
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Kimberly A. Sofia, Esq. is a commercial and civil litigator, who practices a wide range of legal disciplines throughout New York, New Jersey, and the federal courts. Kimberly has had a record of success in representing clients – from complex personal injury claims and motor vehicle accidents to criminal defense matters like DWI-defense and traffic violations. Though every case is different, she brings the same individual commitment and dedication to each case. Kimberly was selected as a 2015 Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” which placed her among the top 2.5% of lawyers in New York. She was awarded 2014’s “Top...
Jared Altman
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Montrose, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 35 years experience
(914) 737-0200 2125 Albany Post Rd
 Montrose, NY 10548
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
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Jared Altman has nearly three decades of experience in the legal field. While still in law school he worked in the District Attorney's Office assisting with the prosecution of matters such as driving while intoxicated or impaired, assault and larceny. He also represented disabled persons seeking Social Security Disability benefits. Upon graduating Hofstra University Law School with distinction in 1981, he entered the litigation field with positions at law firms emphasizing personal injury and commercial litigation. There he was exposed to cases involving automobiles, buses, subways, false arrest, infantâs claims, burns and animal bites, to...
Shahzad A Dar Esq.
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Suffern, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(845) 596-6450 393 Spook Rock Industrial Park
 Suffern, NY 10901
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business and DWI
Seton Hall University School of Law and Florida Coastal School of Law
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I am a solo practitioner licensed in both New York and New Jersey working to serve the greater New York City area. I am based out of Rockland County, NY and currently practice in criminal defense and small business matters with a smaller portion of my practice being devoted to wills, real estate, and family law. I have experience handling legal issues in the following areas: -DUI -Misdemeanor -Felony -Business/Real Estate Acquisitions -Business Contracts -Wills -Non-contested Divorce -Landlord/Tenant
Phillip Murphy
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New City, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 27 years experience
(845) 639-6600 10 Esquire Road
 New City, NY 10956
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Phillip Murphy has practiced law in Rockland County and the NY-NJ-CT Tri-State area since 1989. Mr. Murphy devotes the majority of his practice to criminal defense. In his 23 years of practice Phil has also acquired vast experience and expertise in many areas of the law including general civil litigation, business and complex commercial litigation, securities arbitration, construction litigation, personal injury litigation, corporate and partnership disputes, real estate transactions and litigation, landlord- tenant matters, foreclosure defense and family court cases.
Kevin Charles Harp
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Newburgh, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
356 Meadow Avenue
 Newburgh, NY 12550
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Albany Law School
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Kevin is an associate in the law firm of Mainetti, Mainetti & O’Connor, P.C. Kevin joined the law firm of Mainetti, Mainetti & O’Connor, P.C. , where he currently specializes in Personal Injury litigation, Civil Defense, Misdemeanor and Felony Criminal Defense. Kevin is a graduate of the University at Albany, where he received a Bachelor Degree of Arts in Economics. Subsequently, Kevin attended Albany Law School where he was the Third Year Class President and a member of a Trial Team that successfully won the Northeast Regional Competition in Rhode Island. Upon graduating from Law School...
(866) 440-4452 130 North Front Street, Suite 100
 Kingston, NY 12401
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 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Harold Dee
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Mount Kisco, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 43 years experience
(914) 241-7963 401 Crow Hill Road
 Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
Brooklyn Law School
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Harold Dee, a former New York City Traffic Court Judge, officiated at over twenty five thousand (25,000) hearings involving violations of the Vehicle and Traffic Law. Mr. Dee is based in the Hudson Valley in Westchester County, New York. He appears regularly in all Westchester, Rockland, NYC, Putnam, and Dutchess County Courts. The practice is limited to alcohol and operation related issues as well as violations of speeding and other traffic related issues throughout New York's Hudson Valley.
Eric Stephen Shiller
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Newburgh, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(845) 569-1529 289 Broadway, Suite 2
 Newburgh, NY 12550
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Eric S. Shiller, Esq. has successfully represented over 18,000 clients to date. He has significant experience litigating matters in the New York State Courts. Mr. Shiller is licensed to practice law in the State of New York and the State of Connecticut. Mr. Shiller graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1995, and from Hofstra University School of Law with a Juris Doctor Degree in 2000. At Hofstra, Mr. Shiller was a Criminal Courts Bar Association of Nassau County Leon Stern Award Finalist. He was also selected to participate in the National Institute for...
Richard S. Pakola Jr.
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New City, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 22 years experience
(845) 634-2221 317 Little Tor Road South
 New City, NY 10956
Criminal, Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Probate
The George Washington University Law School and Fordham University School of Law
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Rick has over twenty years of experience in civil and criminal practice, in both state and federal courts. He appears in throughout Rockland, Westchester, and Orange Counties, as well as in New York City, and in the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. He specializes in estate planning, all trusts and estates issues and litigation, civil rights, criminal, and family law cases in trial level courts and on appeal.
Frank Priolo
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Shrub Oak, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 36 years experience
(914) 920-6073 P.O. Box 212
 Shrub Oak, NY 10588
Criminal, Business and Real Estate
Fordham University School of Law
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Alfred F.M. de Prado
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Yorktown, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(914) 962-4100 2014 Crompond Rd
Suite 4
 Yorktown, NY 06370
Criminal, Divorce and Family
New York University School of Law
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Call us at (914)962-4100 See our website at http://adeprado.com Alfred de Prado has earned a long-standing reputation of resolving complicated legal issues and serving his clients with outstanding legal representation. With over 30 years of successful experience in practice areas, he has served the people of Westchester County faithfully for many years. He is experienced in representing a broad spectrum of clients ranging from Fortune 100 corporations to the needs of individuals. Wills Trusts & Estates Criminal Defense Family Law Matrimony & Divorce Litigation & Mediation Corporations Contracts Real Estate Settlements Personal Injury
Matthew Metz
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Yorktown, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(914) 243-5563 3535 Hill Blvd
 Yorktown, NY 10598
Criminal, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Traffic Tickets
State University of New York - Buffalo
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David Michael Katz
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Nanuet, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 10 years experience
(845) 290-9678 55 Old Turnpike Road
Suite 302
 Nanuet, NY 10954
Criminal
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Brian A. Kelly
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Spring Valley, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(845) 364-7152 250 West Route 59
 Spring Valley, NY 10977
Criminal and Personal Injury
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As the founder of The Law Offices of Brian A. Kelly, P.C., Rockland County lawyer Brian A. Kelly focuses his attention on personal injury and criminal defense cases. Mr. Kelly has been working as an attorney for more than 17 years. Prior to opening his current firm, Attorney Kelly spent time as a prosecutor and attorney at other films. He received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and his Juris Doctor from the Fordham University School of Law. Contact his firm today for a no-charge consultation.
Glen Malia
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Cortlandt Manor, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(914) 788-4126 2117 Crompond Road
Suite 25
 Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Brooklyn Law School
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Vince Sykes
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SPRING VALLEY, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 8 years experience
(845) 659-7258 94 N. MAIN STREET
 SPRING VALLEY, NY 10977
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Pace Law School
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Andrea Durgin Pawliczek
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Montgomery, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 26 years experience
(845) 457-7702 1120 State Route 17K
 Montgomery, NY 12549
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Pace Law School
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Richard Ware Levitt
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Nyack, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 38 years experience
(212) 480-4000 40 Fulton St. 23rd. Floor
 Nyack, NY 10038
Criminal
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Billie Gray
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Wallkill, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(845) 895-5758 56 Bona Ventura Avenue
P.O. Box 814
 Wallkill, NY 12589
Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
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David Robert Sachs
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New Windsor, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 17 years experience
(914) 840-5104 215 Quassaick Ave, Suite 202
 New Windsor, NY 12553
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
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Howard Alan Kave
New Windsor, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 44 years experience
(845) 562-1234 815 Blooming Grove Turnpike
 New Windsor, NY 12553
Criminal, Business, DWI and Divorce
Brooklyn Law School
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Mitchell Maier
Monroe, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 23 years experience
(845) 782-3685 132 Stage Rd
 Monroe, NY 10950
Criminal, DWI and Real Estate
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Edward Bruno
Pine Bush, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(845) 361-3671 15 Bruyn Ave
 Pine Bush, NY 12566
Criminal, Civil Rights, DWI and Medical Malpractice
New York Law School
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Paul Clifford Brite
Newburgh, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 28 years experience
(845) 566-0015 1661 Rte 300
 Newburgh, NY 12550
Criminal and DWI
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James Winslow
Newburgh, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 36 years experience
(914) 562-0500 5031 Rte 9W
 Newburgh, NY 12550
Criminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Brooklyn Law School
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Jay Sherman
Peekskill, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 14 years experience
(914) 930-1112 1015 Park St
 Peekskill, NY 10566
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Elder
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Mitchell Philip Schecter
Spring Valley, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 39 years experience
(845) 356-1101 250 Rte 59
 Spring Valley, NY 10977
Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

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Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

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