Charles Holster

Since 1984, I have had the honor of representing clients in civil and criminal appeals, and complex litigation. During that time, I have continually been learning from my colleagues, and also contributing to the advancement of the law by lecturing and authoring articles on appellate practice and other legal topics. A commitment to excellence is the driving force behind my approach to each and every case.

• Civil Appeals
• Criminal Appeals
• Complex Litigation
• Administrative Law

• Free Consultation
  An initial consultation generally lasts between 30 to 60 minutes. It is an opportunity you to provide an overview of the problem about which you are seeking legal assistance, or the ongoing court case concerning which you are seeking a second opinion. It will allow me to ascertain what the case is about, what your objectives are, what may need to be done to reach those objectives. It is not enough time in which to convey to an attorney all of the information that he would need to arrive at a final informed opinion. It is merely a starting point.
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Appeals: My fee for an appeal is an agreed upon, fixed amount, based upon the estimated time that the appeal I expect the appeal to take me to complete. I also estimate the out of pocket expenses that may be required, and an amount sufficient to cover those expenses must be paid in advance. Complex Litigation: An hourly rate is charged for ongoing litigation, since it is not possible to know how long an active case will continue.

New York

Since 2004

2nd Circuit

Since 2005

U.S. Court of International Trade

Since 1986

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York

Since 1986

U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York

Since 1986

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 2006

Owner

Law Offices of CHARLES E. HOLSTER III, ESQ.

1984 - Current

For 39 years, I have been representing clients in civil and criminal appeals, and complex litigation.

Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University

J.D. | Law

1979 - 1982

Hofstra University

MBA (1982) | Finance

1979 - 1982

State University of New York - Stony Brook

B.A. | Economics

1977 - 1979

Activities: Debate Society

Nassau County Bar Association  # 14045

Member

1984 - Current

Activities: Appellate Practice Committee; Publications Committee; Criminal Law and Procedure Committee; Matrimonial Law Committee

The Windows of Opportunity for Reargument Motions

Family Law Review (New York State Bar Association, Family Law Section)

2023

"What Constitutes Probable Cause for a `Real-time' CSLI Warrant?"

Nassau Lawyer

March, 2022

"Real-time Cell-Site Location Information: Where Are We Going?"

Nassau Lawyer

January, 2022

"The Government Must Now Obtain A Warrant To Compel Disclosure of Cell Phone Location Records"

LLRX

October, 2018

“Jury Instructions as Grounds for Appeal”

Nassau Lawyer

March, 2014

"Family Court Appeals", Nassau County Bar Association

April 21, 2008

Nassau Academy of Law

“Evaluation of Professional Licenses and Practices”, Nassau County Bar Association

Nassau Academy of Law

Appeals Panel, Assigned Counsel Defender Plan

Appellate Division, Second Department, 1986 -

Q. How to reinstate a mistakenly withdrawn I-130 petition and appeal an I-485 denial due to suspected identity theft?

May 12, 2025

A: This question should be directed to an immigration attorney.

Q. Can withholding of removal be contested beyond an asylum officer's decision?

May 7, 2025

A: This is a question for an immigration attorney.

Q. Can I reapply for NY disability pension denied in 1980 with new documentation?

May 3, 2025

A: An "appellate attorney" handle appeals in the State or federal courts. The question that you have asked involves an administrative appeal within an agency. Therefore, it should be directed at an attorney who specializes in handling NY State Disability cases. I think that in order to answer your question, the disability attorney would need more information than is provided in your question. In the meantime, you may find these sites helpful:

https://www.ssdrc.com/state-new-york-ny-getting-started.html

https://www.disability-benefits-help.org/disability-benefits-by-state/how-to-appeal-new-york

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