Hornell, New York Criminal Lawyers

Timothy John Rosell
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Hornell, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 21 years experience
(607) 324-7333 70 Main Street
 Hornell, NY 14843
Criminal, Family, Insurance Claims and Landlord Tenant
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Attended the Hornell School District my entire life, nearby Alfred State and Alfred University and returned to Hornell after attending Thomas Cooley in Lansing, Michigan to practice law in my hometown. Reside here in Hornell with my wife and two children.
Susan Marie BetzJitomir J.D.
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Bath, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience
(607) 776-4200 50 Liberty Street
 Bath, NY 14812
Criminal
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Jerry Alan Fowler
Alfred, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 41 years experience
(607) 587-8188 35 Glen St
 Alfred, NY 14802
Criminal, DWI and Real Estate
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Jeffrey Vincent Scherer
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Avon, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 6 years experience
P.O. Box 251
 Avon, NY 14414
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Ask any of my former clients and they will tell you that I will fight for the best outcome in your case. If you need an attorney in Western New York, the Law Offices of Jeffrey V. Scherer will provide you with fair and skillful representation. As a former assistant district attorney in both Livingston and Chemung Counties, I personally handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony matters, I have the experience to handle Criminal, DWI and other legal matters with service tailored to meet your needs. The firm also provides representation in other areas of law including Real Estate, Family...
(716) 316-3160 Buffalo, NY 14120
Jeannie D. Michalski Esq.
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Avon, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(585) 351-2500 5579 E Avon Lima Rd
P.O. Box 172
 Avon, NY 14414
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
University of Dayton School of Law
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Jeannie D. Michalski, Esq., is a private attorney with offices in Monroe and Livingston County, as well as the Conflict Defender of Livingston County, NY. Ms. Michalski graduated magna cum laude from Nazareth College and attended the University of Dayton School of Law. She was awarded a community service scholarship. She began her legal career by serving as a judicial clerk and interning at the Legal Aid Society of Rochester. Ms. Michalski has since practiced law in New York State for over ten years. Ms. Michalski served as an Assistant District Attorney in Monroe County for seven years,...
(585) 351-2500 7 State St
 Pittsford, NY 14534
John I LaMancuso
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Olean, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(716) 708-4409 174 N Union St
 Olean, NY 14760
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
SUNY Buffalo Law School
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I was born and raised in Western New York and I work in Lewis & Lewis' Jamestown, Olean, and Buffalo offices. I am committed to living and working in Western New York, and my aim is to ensure that the people of our community have a thoughtful and tenacious legal advocate they can turn to when faced with difficult legal issues. A legal dispute can be a tremendously stressful and challenging experience. That is why I strive to carefully listen to my clients, thoroughly explain their rights and obligations, and respond timely to their questions and concerns...
(716) 708-4409 208 Pine St.
 Jamestown, NY 14701
(716) 708-4409 37 Franklin St #800
 Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 708-4409 2065 River Rd
 Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Raymond Paul Sciarrino
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Mt. Morris, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 21 years experience
(585) 658-2161 106 Main Street
 Mt. Morris, NY 14510
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Cornell Law School
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Kevin Van Allen
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 19 years experience
(888) 635-1923 10 University Drive
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Are you searching for a criminal defense or personal injury lawyer in Livingston County and are wondering where you can turn to receive the help you need at this time? You can breathe more easily now, because you have come to the right place! Attorney Kevin Van Allen attended St. John Fisher College and the University of Buffalo School Law School. His longtime interest in law was directed towards practicing trial litigation where he gained invaluable experience working at a general practice law office. He is a member of several well-known organizations, not the least of which include the New...
Scott D. Woodruff
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(585) 737-6725 P.O. Box 621
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
State University of New York - Buffalo
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The Law Office of Scott D. Woodruff is committed to providing attentive, individualized, professional representation to the Western and Central New York Area, and in some cases, all across the state. As a former Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Woodruff handled thousands of cases, giving him the experience to provide you with the legal counsel needed to help you avoid or minimize the consequences of a criminal or vehicle and traffic charge. With his experience as a prosecutor, he is in a unique position to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the government's case against you, and make sure you make the right...
(585) 737-6725 P.O. Box 621
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Daniel R. Magill
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 5 years experience
(585) 243-0313 31 Main Street
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Syracuse University College of Law
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Daniel R. Magill, Esq. joined the firm in April 2012 and primarily focuses his legal practice on criminal matters. Dan has represented clients on various charges and has handled everything from misdemeanors to violent felonies. Dan has handled many DWI cases as well as both pre-trial and trial hearings and has represented clients from Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Steuben, Wyoming, Genesee and Wayne counties. Dan also assists Mr. Skivington with support in all civil matters including trial preparation, depositions, legal research and litigation support. Dan is a native of Scottsville and graduated from the...
10 Main Street
 Scottsville, NY 14546
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 Livonia, NY 14487
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David A. Hoffmann
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 8 years experience
(888) 635-1923 10 University Drive
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal and DWI
State University of New York - Buffalo
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David A. Hoffmann graduated from Canisius College before attending the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. While at UB Law, Dave was a member of the Trial Team which won the National Ethics Trial Competition at University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. In addition to his private practice as an attorney, Dave served as an Assistant District Attorney in Niagara County for five years. His ability to understand the prosecutor's perspective is a huge asset in plea negotiations and trials. In 2012, Mr. Hoffmann was qualified in...
Steven Sessler
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 22 years experience
(585) 243-1340 131 Main Street
P.O. Box 313
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal, Agricultural, Business and Estate Planning
Washington and Lee University School of Law
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Randolph Meyer
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 43 years experience
(585) 243-1010 29 Main St.
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
Northwestern U Sch Of Law
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Peter Harrison Baker
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Hammondsport, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 38 years experience
(607) 569-2181 51 Main Street
P.O. Box 398
 Hammondsport, NY 14840
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Business and Divorce
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Mark D. Hannan Esq.
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Victor, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 4 years experience
(585) 869-1856 206 East Main Street
 Victor, NY 14564
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Municipal
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Michael W Stivers
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Geneseo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(585) 447-9124 131 Main Street
Po Box 546
 Geneseo, NY 14454
Criminal
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Jessica Kathleen Reynolds-amuso
Avon, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(585) 226-3311 5579 E Avon Lima Rd
 Avon, NY 14414
Criminal and DWI
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Bernetta Bourcy
Penn Yan, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 29 years experience
(315) 531-3233 415 Liberty St
 Penn Yan, NY 14527
Criminal, DWI and Real Estate
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Daniel Joseph Cain
Elmira, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience
(607) 734-8161 100 Baldwin St
 Elmira, NY 14901
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Stephen James Riley
Cuba, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 34 years experience
(585) 209-4094 5659 West Shore Road
 Cuba, NY 14727-9627
Criminal and Family
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Thomas Reynolds
Avon, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 50 years experience
(716) 226-3311 5579 E Avon Lima Rd
 Avon, NY 14414
Criminal and Real Estate
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Timothy Robert Krogh Esq
Painted Post, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
16 Dogwood Ln
 Painted Post, NY 14870
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Environmental
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David Hogan Fitch
Canandaigua, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 19 years experience
(585) 919-0009 2525 Rochester Rd
 Canandaigua, NY 14424
Criminal, DWI, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
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Stephen Charles Roe
Elmira, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 34 years experience
(607) 733-0699 215 W Water St
 Elmira, NY 14901
Criminal and Estate Planning
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James Bryan Ritts Esq
Canandaigua, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(716) 393-0210 66 N Main St
 Canandaigua, NY 14424
Criminal
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Matthew Borowski Esq
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 3 years experience
(716) 330-1503 295 Main St,
Suite 1060
 Buffalo, NY 14203
Criminal, Appeals and Immigration
Drexel University
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The first-generation son of immigrants, Matthew Borowski is a knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer. He has been featured on news media outlets including CNN, NBC, ABC, and The Buffalo News for his asylum and refugee work. Matthew is licensed in both the U.S. and Canada. He is well-versed in immigration matters including deportation defense, family and business immigration including NAFTA/TN visas and rehabilitation/waivers, federal criminal defense, and post-conviction relief. He appears before Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, USCIS, New York state courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Borowski Law is located in downtown Buffalo,...
Barry Nelson Covert
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 27 years experience
(716) 849-1333 42 Delaware Avenue
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal, Appeals, DWI and White Collar Crime
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Barry Covert focuses his practice New York State and federal criminal trials and appeals; constitutional law, including First Amendment, Second Amendment, and civil rights actions; Qui Tam Act, also known as the False Claims Act; defending against allegations of scientific misconduct, scientific fraud, research misconduct, research fraud, plagiarism, and fabrication of evidence; defense of professional licensing, including for attorneys, doctors, and nurses. Mr. Covert has represented numerous professional clients relating to licensing issues and defended a prominent research scientist against allegations of scientific fraud and misconduct involving several federally funded research projects involving the Office of Research Integrity (ORI)....
Mr. Frank M Bogulski Esq.
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Hamburg, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(716) 649-0090 265 Union St
Ste 203
 Hamburg, NY 14075
Criminal, Business, DWI and White Collar Crime
SUNY Buffalo Law School
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Frank M Bogulski was born and raised in Hamburg, NY along the lakeshore where he enjoyed water sports and played ice hockey. He graduated from Frontier High School and received a United States Army ROTC scholarship to attend Cornell University. While at Cornell, Frank studied economics and business and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Labor Relations. He was active in the Army ROTC program and completed the United States Army Advance Camp at Fort Brag, NC. Following his educational career at Cornell, he was commissioned as a United States Army officer and served in the military...
(716) 649-0090 286 Delaware Ave
Ste 203
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Michael C Cyr
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Ithaca, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(607) 229-5184 The Gateway Center
401 E. State. St., Ste. 400
 Ithaca, NY 14850
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Suffolk University Law School
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Hello! I'm Mike Cyr, an Ithaca DWI Lawyer at NEWMAN & CYR. We are a law firm based in Ithaca, NY and our practice focuses on DWI defense, criminal defense, and traffic-related matters. I hope you enjoy my blog and videos --you can always ask me a question. I represent people throughout the Finger Lakes region of upstate NY. I also represent college students at Ithaca College, Cornell University, and SUNY Binghamton with regularity. My personal defense philosophy is "past, present, and future" --i.e. minimize the charges, fight the case, and protect the future. ...
Lawrence A. Newman
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Ithaca, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(607) 229-5184 401 East State Street, Suite 400
 Ithaca, NY 14850
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Nova Southeastern University
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Hi my name is Larry Newman. Originally, I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. My father was a NYS corrections officer, and my mother a waitress. I have degrees in Human Biology, and Doctorates in Law and Chiropractic. I practiced as a Chiropractic Physician for ten years. Newman and Cyr is a small boutique law firm 100% dedicated to the defense of DWI charges in New York. I am licensed in NY, PA, FL, and NJ. We offer complete representation of DWI charges within Tompkins County, Schuyler County, Seneca County, Chemung County, Tioga...
Emanuel N. Mouganis
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Brockport, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(585) 637-2123 62 Main Street
 Brockport, NY 14420
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
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Emanuel N. Mouganis is the principal attorney of his firm and was born and raised in Brockport, New York and has a strong reputation for providing quality legal services in Western New York. Emanuel N. Mouganis holds a Juris Doctor and has also received an advanced Masters of Law degree from SUNY Buffalo Law School. While in both law and graduate law school, Emanuel N. Mouganis was elected to the Student Bar Association. Prior to forming his own firm, Emanuel N. Mouganis was nominated for a Judicial Clerkship in Circuit Court. Emanuel N. Mouganis has also served as a...
Harry N Konst
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Lancaster, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience
(716) 601-1000 5511 Broadway Street
Lancaster, New York USA
 Lancaster, NY 14086
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Divorce and Immigration
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Founded in Upstate New York, Konst Law serves clients in from Manhattan to Los Angeles, California, as well as international clients seeking to invest in businesses in the United States. The firm provides corporate, real estate, and business legal services, as well as investment immigration assistance. The experienced lawyers at Konst Law have successfully counseled a wide variety of clients in matters ranging from starting a company to attaining immigration goals.
Dennis Charles Gaughan
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Hamburg, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(716) 648-8000 6161 South Park Ave
 Hamburg, NY 14075
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Bankruptcy and DWI
New York Law School
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We chose to remain a small law office to provide personal, dedicated and aggressive service to our clients. My office costs a few dollars more but excellent service takes time and strategy. Offsetting our higher fees we have payment plans. We have seven lawyers working together to get the best solutions. As a small firm we call upon all areas of the law to form a comprehensive strategy and plan. As in a game making the right move determines the outcome of the case. A divorce case is often helped by a bankruptcy or our tax law knowledge. We create...
Nicholas Joseph De Martino
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Syracuse, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 31 years experience
(315) 424-8326 100 Madison Street
Tower 1, Floor 17
 Syracuse, NY 13202
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Western New England University School of Law
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Nick is a lifelong resident of Syracuse, and of the City’s “Northside.” A graduate of Henninger High School, Nick holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (summa cum laude) in Political Science from Brockport State University, in Brockport, New York, and a Juris Doctor Degree from Western New England College, School of Law, in Springfield, Massachusetts. Nick began his legal career in 1986 by serving as a Deputy County Attorney with the Onondaga County Department of Law, where he prosecuted child abuse and neglect cases. He then went on to serve for 16 years as an Assistant District Attorney with the...
James Ryan Daley
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Syracuse, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 12 years experience
(315) 424-8326 100 Madison Street
Tower 1, Floor 17
 Syracuse, NY 13202
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Syracuse University College of Law
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I have prosecuted hundreds of DWI cases at both the misdemeanor and felony level, including matters involving serious injuries, repeat offenders and vehicular homicides. I've successfully conducted numerous DWI trials and my knowledge of DWI law combined with my courtroom experience provides a level of expertise that serves to ensure that our clients receive the best representation possible when charged with DWI and related offenses. I was also responsible for the prosecution of violent felony offenses including burglary, robbery, assault, illegal weapons possession and homicides. These duties included conducting countless hearings and trials. My experience in handling the most...
Steven Michael Cohen
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Amherst, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 28 years experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N Forest Rd
Ste 301
 Amherst, NY 14068
Criminal
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
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From New York City originally and now residing and practicing law in Buffalo, New York, Mr. Cohen has been successfully trying civil and criminal cases, including numerous civil rights and constitutional law cases, for over 25 years. In addition to corporate clients and individual litigation clients, he regularly represents local, state and federal law enforcement officers from numerous agencies, defending them in civil, criminal and administrative proceedings. Admitted to practice in the States of New York and Pennsylvania, he has been admitted pro hac vice to conduct trials in many other states. Mr. Cohen is frequently brought in as...
Christopher Thomas Brown
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Endicott, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 5 years experience
(607) 743-8849 423 E. Main Street
 Endicott, NY 13760
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Syracuse University College of Law
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Chris is a former prosecutor in the Broome County District Attorney's Office who handled thousands of criminal and domestic violence cases. From traffic tickets to Felony Driving While Intoxicated, Violent Assault and First Degree Rape. Chris has brought over 100 cases to trial. His work on both sides of the courtroom gives him the knowledge and experience to help you mount an aggressive defense against a wide range of charges.
P. Adam Militello Esq.
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Rochester, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 9 years experience
(585) 485-0025 2480 Browncroft Blvd.
 Rochester, NY 14625
Criminal, DWI and White Collar Crime
State University of New York - Buffalo
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P. Adam Militello, Esq., graduated cum laude from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School, where he received the Law Faculty Award for outstanding clinical work. Before entering private practice he began his career with internships at the Empire Justice Center, the Monroe County District Attorney's Office, and the United States District Court for the Western District of New York. Mr. Militello previously worked at a litigation-focused law firm, where he represented three companies on the 2009 Fortune top-10 list, a local school district and university, a large regional bank, and numerous individuals including physicians, artists,...
Peter Paul Charnetsky
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Vestal, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 32 years experience
(607) 821-0515 4100 Vestal Road
Suite 104
 Vestal, NY 13850
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Real Estate
Stetson University College of Law
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With extensive experience as an acting Supreme Court justice and as a Broome County family court judge, Peter is able to leverage his perspective as a longtime, top-ranking court official for the benefit of his clients, particularly in the areas of family and matrimonial law and criminal defense matters. As the Managing Partner of Tully Rinckey PLLC’s Binghamton office, he also practices estate planning and real estate law. Peter’s 10 years of experience on the bench allows him to approach legal cases with inside knowledge of the court system that most other attorneys simply lack. Peter, a Binghamton native,...
Lourdes Pilar Rosario
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Syracuse, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 7 years experience
(315) 362-2639 311 Montgomery Street, Suite 1
 Syracuse, NY 13202
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Albany Law School and Albany Law School
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If what you seek is an attorney in Syracuse, New York, who is accessible, experienced, knowledgeable and dependable, you’ve reached the right one. Lourdes’s practice is primarily in family and divorce. Through her practice, Lourdes has represented countless individuals and helped families navigate the often complex family law issues. Her clients receive the attention to detail, legal knowledge, and aggressive legal representation they deserve and have come to expect. In fact, as a result of her diligent and zealous efforts and dedication, Lourdes and her clients share long term and professional relationships.

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