Youngstown, New York Criminal Lawyers

Alfonso Marra Bax
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Lewiston, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(716) 754-4497 755 Center Street - Suite 7W
 Lewiston, NY 14092
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Divorce
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Robert Friedman
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Niagara Falls, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 38 years experience
(800) 729-4571 7510 Porter Road
 Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
Hamline University
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My Law Firm Partner and I have been working with Buffalo and WNY residents for almost four decades. So we're not surprised when clients tell us that we've helped a member of their family or neighbor in the past. We have offices in: Buffalo NY Rochester NY Akron NY Williamsville NY Batavia NY West Seneca NY Niagara Falls NY And our expertise is wide - just take a look at our practice areas and how we can help you. BUFFALO AREA PERSONAL INJURY & ACCIDENTS * Highway Accident: * Industrial Accident: * Jet Ski Accident:...
(800) 729-4571 70 Linden Oaks
3rd Floor
 Rochester, NY 14625
(800) 729-4571 70 Niagara Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
(800) 729-4571 8207 Main Street
Suite 13
 Williamsville, NY 14221
(800) 729-4571 3686 Seneca Street
 West Seneca, NY 14224
(800) 729-4571 113 Main Street
Suite 3
 Batavia, NY 14020
(716) 542-5444 74 Main Street
 Akron, NY 14001
Michael Christian Schmahl
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Niagara Falls, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 22 years experience
(716) 524-2084 1816 Main Street
 Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Business and Personal Injury
Vermont Law School
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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...
Michael James Ingham
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North Tonawanda, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience
(716) 531-1639 150 Payne Avenue
 North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
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Michael J. Ingham is a seasoned courtroom attorney with over twenty years of trial experience. He has served as a trial attorney/prosecutor on both the county and state levels. His practice includes all federal, state and local courts. Areas of focus are criminal defense, personal injury, DWI defense, traffic offenses and all family court matters.
Michael Ranzenhofer
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Niagara Falls, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 37 years experience
(716) 542-5444 2768 Niagara Falls Blvd
 Niagara Falls, NY 14221
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
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My name is Mike Ranzenhofer. I assist residents of the Buffalo and WNY area with their legal needs in three specific practice areas. They are: * Injury Law * Divorce and Family Law * DWI and other Crimes I am one of the managing partners of Friedman & Ranzenhofer. Our firm has been helping Buffalo and WNY area folks since the late 1950's so it's likely we've helped a family member or friend in the past. In fact, we're told numerous times weekly just that. Area residents come to us for help for...
(716) 631-9999 70 Niagara Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 332-7106 534 Delaware Ave
 Buffalo, NY 14202
(585) 377-5504 70 Linden Oaks
3rd Floor
 Rochester, NY 14625
(585) 343-0746 113 Main Street
 Batavia, NY 14021
Kevin Scott Mahoney
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Amherst, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N Forest Rd
Ste 301
 Amherst, NY 14068
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
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Sherwood Bestry
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 68 years experience
(716) 688-1600 10 John James Audubon Pkwy
 Buffalo, NY 14228
Criminal, Business, DWI and Divorce
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Anthony Angelo Dimillo
Lockport, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 34 years experience
(716) 434-9177 107 East Ave
 Lockport, NY 14094
Criminal, DWI and Personal Injury
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Richard J. Zielinski
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Andrew D. Fiske
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Nicholas Matthew Hriczko
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Ashley E. Trank
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Rebecca Josefiak
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Katie L. Renda
Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney.
(716) 852-3600 438 Main Street, Tenth Floor
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal
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Paul Cambria Jr
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 44 years experience
(716) 849-1333 42 Delaware Avenue
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal, Appeals, DWI and White Collar Crime
The University of Toledo College of Law
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Paul J. Cambria, Jr. is recognized as one of the nation's preeminent attorneys. He focuses his practice in the areas of criminal trials, criminal appeals, constitutional law, First Amendment law, zoning and land use, antitrust, and professional licensing defense. Mr. Cambria has built a strong reputation for successfully representing individuals and businesses in complex, high-profile cases at all levels of the courts, including state, federal, and the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Cambria's practice is nationwide, and he divides his time between the firm's offices in Buffalo and Los Angeles. He has represented many prominent individuals, including the...
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,...
Frank Stephen Ieraci
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 31 years experience
(716) 832-7777 2140 Eggert Rd
 Buffalo, NY 14226
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
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A graduate of Cornell University and the University of Buffalo Law School, Mr. Ieraci has been a practicing attorney in the Buffalo/Niagara region since 1988. A lifelong resident of western New York, he has dedicated his practice to the representation of individuals with common legal issues.
John I LaMancuso
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Niagara Falls, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(716) 708-4409 2065 River Rd
 Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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 174 N Union St
 Olean, NY 14760
(716) 708-4409 37 Franklin St #800
 Buffalo, NY 14202
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.
Michael Timothy Dwan
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 12 years experience
(716) 202-8035 115 Elmwood Avenue
 Buffalo, NY 14201
Criminal, DWI, Estate Planning and Traffic Tickets
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Michael T. Dwan, Esq. of The Law Office of Michael T. Dwan, Esq. is a Buffalo criminal defense lawyer dedicated to fighting for the rights of the criminally accused. Mr. Dwan has a decade of legal experience and has helped countless New Yorkers. He understands how serious the consequences of a criminal charge can be, and he is fully committed to the provision of diligent legal services. His firm also handles matters involving real estate, estate planning and personal injury. Mr. Dwan received his undergraduate degree from Niagara University, and got his J.D. from the University at Buffalo Law School....
(716) 870-4030 5136 Transit Road
Suite 100
 Depew, NY 14043
David Centeno
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(866) 830-2064 300 International Drive, Suite 100
 Buffalo, NY 14221
Free ConsultationCriminal and Divorce
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
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My name is David Centeno and I was born and raised in New York City. Today, I'm proud to serve as a divorce and family lawyer throughout New York State for people like you. I use my experience to help you get through your NY uncontested divorce, which can be a very stressful time. I'm not just a NY divorce lawyer, I'm a NY family man. As a husband and father, I know and appreciate the value of family. I understand what you have at stake and will work hard to protect you and your family through...
(866) 830-2064 22 Cortlandt St., 16th Fl.
 New York, NY 10007
140 Broadway
46th Fl.
 New York, NY 10005
Carl Scott Spector
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(716) 631-9999 70 Niagara Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
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I'm Carl Spector and I have been providing my client's with effective defense in criminal law cases since 1986. I worked as an Assistant District Attorney for six years in Bronx County, New York. While working there I learned all about how the prosecutors office and the police work within the criminal justice system. I attended State University of New York at Buffalo where I received my B.A. degree. I then went to Nova Southeastern University in Florida where I received my law degree (J.D.). I am currently admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey and am...
(800) 879-6410 30 Wall Street
8th Floor
 New York, NY 10005
John Carney
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(855) 237-1931 3099 William St
 Buffalo, NY 14227
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Gonzaga University School of Law
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I have been a criminal lawyer for 30 years and have practiced in Buffalo, Manhattan, Niagara Falls, and many other cities in New York State. I was one of the first lawyers in the state chosen by a panel of judges to handle capital murder cases and have handled some of the biggest criminal cases in New York for the last 30 years. I am a CLE criminal law instructor and have taught criminal law to the judges, prosecutors, and lawyers in New York for the last 20 years. I am one of the very few lawyers to have achieved...
(917) 696-2363 401 East 34th Street
Suite N32D
 New York, NY 10016
Mr. Frank M Bogulski Esq.
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(716) 649-0090 286 Delaware Ave
Ste 203
 Buffalo, NY 14202
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 265 Union St
Ste 203
 Hamburg, NY 14075
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)....
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...
Michael Anthony Rossi
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 36 years experience
(716) 854-5555 68 Niagara Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Personal Injury
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Michael Anthony Rossi is a skilled, experienced, and successful trial lawyer who knows how to resolve even the toughest cases. He has been practicing law since 1981 and boasts an impressive track record of success. Over the course of his career, Michael has focused his practice on DWI defense, contested divorce cases, and complex personal injury claims. He is well-versed in the unique laws surrounding these issues, allowing him to deliver top-notch representation and counsel to his clients every step of the way. Michael believes in remaining available to help clients 24/7 and is dedicated to upholding their best interests....
Robert Ross Fogg Esq.
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 15 years experience
(716) 853-3644 69 Delaware Avenue
Suite 600
 Buffalo, NY 14202-3812
Criminal, DWI, Immigration and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School and SUNY Buffalo Law School
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Robert Ross Fogg is a criminal defense attorney in Buffalo, NY who personally handles each of his clients’ cases from start to finish. He has used his knowledge, dedication, and tenacity to get his clients the best possible outcome since 2002.
Jennifer P Stergion Esq.
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience
(716) 536-5971 500 Amherst Street
 Buffalo, NY 14207
Criminal, Business, Divorce and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Jennifer P Stergion, Esq. was the founding Chair of the Erie County Bar Association's Committee on Veterans and Servicemembers Legal Issues. She is the current Secretary of that Bar Association Committee and a member of the Bar's Family Law Practice and Procedure Committee. Jennifer has a Bacheolor's degree in Clinical Psychology, a Masters in Criminal Justice, and a J.D. with dual concentrations in International Law and Civil Litigation. She is admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, is a Department of Veterans Affairs accredited attorney, and admitted to the Appellate Division, 4th Department of...
Annick T Koloko Esq
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 10 years experience
(716) 200-1720 69 Delaware Avenue
608
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal, Business and Immigration
Franklin Pierce Law Center
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John Mark Dudziak
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Depew, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience
(716) 795-8600 4640 Broadway
 Depew, NY 14043
Criminal and DWI
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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Emily Trott
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 20 years experience
(716) 362-1148 The Plaza Suites
70 Niagara Street, Suite 210
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal, Appeals, Family and Social Security Disability
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J. John Sebastian
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience
(716) 254-1751 70 Niagara Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
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Sebastian Law Firm is a full service criminal and traffic ticket defense law firm committed to aggressively advocating for the rights and interests of our clients. Based in Buffalo, the office is proud to serve the Greater Buffalo Area and all of the surrounding Western NY counties. Mr. Sebastian is a native of New York State . He was born and raised in the NYC metro area. After graduating from law school and passing the NY Bar Exam, Sebastian gained valuable New York State Criminal and Traffic Law experience by serving as...
David Richard Addelman
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience
(716) 856-4118 69 Delaware Ave. Suite 602
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Family and Immigration
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Since 1984, David R. Addelman, Esq. has represented both individual and corporate clients in various areas of law which include criminal and civil litigation (personal injury, accident cases), divorce, real estate, immigration, estates and bankruptcy. Applying energy, experience, and resourcefulness to every project we accept, we are dedicated to your success. Mr. Addelman is experienced in handling Immigration court cases (removal and/or deportation proceedings) as well as criminal defense representation (in State and Federal courts).
Mr. Michael W. Cole
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Alden, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(716) 937-9150 13349 Broadway Street
 Alden, NY 14004
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Estate Planning
SUNY Buffalo Law School
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Kyle Calabrese
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Hamburg, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 22 years experience
(716) 649-3311 265 Union St
 Hamburg, NY 14075
Criminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Gary M. Phillips
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(716) 849-5915 112 Franklin Street
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
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Dominic Saraceno
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Buffalo, NY Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(716) 626-7007 534 Delaware Ave
 Buffalo, NY 14202
Criminal, DWI and Immigration
Georgia State University College of Law
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Dominic Saraceno holds both a law degree from Georgia State University Of Law and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Buffalo. He has been practicing criminal defense law in New York State since 2001. Mr. Saraceno has often appeared on local television, the Buffalo News, and the Niagara Gazette defending his clients in high profile criminal defense cases. Mr. Saraceno’s aggressive defense of his clients has helped many of his clients minimize their sentences or have charges dismissed outright. Dominic Saraceno has been a member of the Erie County Bar Association and the New York State Defender’s Association...
Michael Meredith Mohun
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Cowlesville, NY Criminal Law Lawyer. 36 years experience
(585) 937-8987 344 Kern Road
 Cowlesville, NY 14037
Criminal and DWI
State University of New York - Buffalo
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My practice is limited to the defense of those charged with crimes. I practice in State Courts,throughout Western New York

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