Forestport Criminal Lawyers

Meir Moza, Esq. Aggressive Attorney & Former Prosecutor Admitted in NY, NJ, & all Federal Courts

Our office was founded by attorney Meir Moza in 1999 after being employed at the respectable Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, as a prosecutor, and chosen among thousands of candidates to this eminent position.

In the DA’s office Mr. Moza has acquired his vast experience in the criminal practice field and litigation, and mastering of the art of jury trials and bench trials.

Additionally Mr. Moza, while employed as an assistant District Attorney had further gained and acquired vast amount of knowledge of the criminal justice system...

Since 1961, Attorney Elliot D. Samuelson has represented clients in divorce and family law cases. With more than 50 years of experience in the field, he is a strong advocate capable of reaching fair settlements, as well as winning verdicts when litigation is in the best interests of his clients. More information is available by calling (516) 584-4685 or visiting www.samuelsonhause.net.

I provide no nonsense representation from retainer to resolution. I understand the difficulties built into the system and the realities faced by individuals when they wind up in court. I believe the best attorneys get the best results by personally getting to know all the facts and circumstances of each case. I am not selling the fight for you image, that many attorneys use to make it look like they are representing your interests. Nor am I pretending to be a big city firm. These two marketing methods are where the misleading begins. Almost every lawyer settles almost every case,...

Tara Mayerhofer Esq. was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2006. She received her Juris Doctorate Degree from St. John’s University Law School located in Jamaica, New York. Prior to graduating St. John’s, she attended SUNY Stony Brook where she received her B.A. degree in sociology and graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors.

While in Law School Tara was a law clerk to Judge Debra Urbano-DiSalvo, a criminal court Judge in Suffolk County. While working for Judge Urbano-DiSalvo Tara performed legal research on various criminal law issues.

After graduating Law School in 2005, Tara went into private practice and began...

Matthew R. Swenson, Esq. is a partner in Brady & Swenson, P.C. with 25 years of legal experience. He began his career with one of the nation's largest law firms, where he received elite legal training. He has recovered millions of dollars for personal injury clients and gained acquittals in jury trials for clients facing criminal charges. He builds strong relationships with his clients as they pursue justice together.

Michaelangelo's practice areas include criminal defense, personal injury, commercial litigation and general litigation. Michaelangelo is a native of Long Island where he currently resides today. He spent four years at Binghamton University in upstate New York prior to attending law school where he received several awards including the American Jurisprudence award in Trial Practice. Even prior to his admission to the New York Bar, Michaelangelo was hired to work for the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office where he spent several years. During his time there, he successfully prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases ranging from...

Justin Heiferman spent nearly 20 years managing complex financial audits and investigations, both as an attorney and as a banker, for noteworthy institutions including JP Morgan Chase, BDO Seidman and Credit Suisse First Boston. As a former Assistant District Attorney with the Nassau County District Attorney Economic Crimes Bureau, Justin prosecuted and managed numerous complex investigations including Identity Theft, Mortgage Fraud, Bank Fraud and various other larcenies and frauds, in conjunction with law enforcement agencies including FBI, Secret Service, USPIS, NY State Police, NYPD, and MTA. After the DA's office, Justin furthered his skills while practicing employment litigation for...

Phillip J. Jusino, a 1989 graduate of Fordham Law School in Manhattan and a 1986 Dean's list graduate of Fordham University's College of Business Administration with a concentration in finance, began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office prosecuting criminal matters in District Court and also in the Domestic Violent Unit. After leaving the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office in 1991, Mr. Jusino entered private practice working at a law firm where he practiced in the areas of matrimonial and family law as well as criminal and civil litigation and real estate. Mr....

Robert A. Macedonio, Esq. (Bob) is one of the founding partners of the firm and a seasoned trial attorney with over 25 years of litigation experience. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of the firm with practice groups that include criminal defense, matrimonial and family law, estate planning and real estate Mr. Macedonio is actively involved in all aspects of the firms’ transactions and litigation practice areas. After serving as a Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney where he started his career, Mr. Macedonio entered the private sector concentrating in the fields of criminal law, matrimonial law and real estate. Mr....

Theonie Makidis spent 15 years teaching forensic science at the college level after receiving an M.S. in forensic science from the University of New Haven. Then, graduated with a Juris Doctorate from Touro Law. Upon admission to the New York State Bar, Theonie went to work for the Suffolk county legal aid society and then opened her own solo practice located in Bohemia, NY.

I have been a Civil and Criminal Trial Attorney for over 25 years.
I have tried over 250 Felony trials in all NYC Counties except Richmond County. I have represented clients in the SDNY and the EDNY.
I have been certified to represent Death Penalty Clients in 1999.
Academically, I was on the New York Law School Law Review.
When I was working for New York County Legal Aid Society, I was designated as a Senior Trial Attorney that tried Homicide cases and other Class A Felonies. Civilly , I represented clients in Real Estate matters, Divorce, Separation and Child Custody matters. Also, prepared...

I represent people and companies facing inquiries by government agencies. I have more than 30 years experience dealing with government both as an attorney representing clients and as a federal prosecutor. I have extensive experience with inquiries regarding multiple agencies, such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Internal Revenue Service, the New York State Attorney General's Office, the NY Department of Taxation and Finance, the US and NY Department of Labor as well as various district attorneys and United States Attorneys.

Sarita Kedia began her own law firm in 2002 and has successfully defended clients in a broad range of complex criminal cases at the trial and appellate levels. A graduate of The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, and Tulane University Law School, Ms. Kedia has practiced exclusively as a criminal defense lawyer since her admission to the New York bar nearly two decades ago. Ms. Kedia’s cases include individuals and businesses charged with both white collar and non-white collar crimes. She has represented clients investigated or charged with various types of financial fraud, insider trading,...

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When experience counts. A successful, resourceful, and dedicated litigation attorney experienced in criminal, matrimonial, and family law with a proven record of success at trial. I am duly licensed and admitted to practice law in the courts of record in the Supreme Court of the United States, the Federal District Court/ Southern District of New York, the State of New York, and the State of Connecticut. I provide legal services to the residents of Dutchess, Putnam, Ulster and, Westchester County.

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...

Effective and economical representation for criminal defense matters in the local justice courts of Orange County, NY, and Orange County Court in Goshen. I also help immigrants with green card applications (family immigration.) I seek to provide excellent, honest service at low prices. Sí, hablo español. In God We Trust. :-)

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...

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.

Daniel R. Magill, Esq. 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 is a native of Scottsville and graduated from the Aquinas Institute of Rochester in 2004. In May of 2008, Dan received a B.A. in Political Science, with a minor in Business Studies, from SUNY Geneseo. After Geneseo,...

I am a solo practitioner criminal defense attorney who is extremely passionate about helping my clients and obtaining the best possible outcome in their cases. I understand that being charged with a crime is often the worst time in someone's life, and I am here to provide my expertise and compassion to guide them through this difficult process. With a focus on delivering personalized attention and aggressive representation, I am committed to fighting for the rights of my clients and achieving the most favorable results.

Christopher K. Rodeman Attorney at Law, a Rochester lawyer, offers legal counsel in a variety of criminal defense matters. Since 1998, he has been practicing as a lawyer in the state of New York. Before the founding of his current firm, Mr. Firm served as a prosecutor and Chief of the DWI Bureau at Monroe County’s District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, he is a graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. Learn more by contacting his firm today.

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, consider contacting the Law Offices of Lowell J. Sidney. Not only does Attorney Sidney have a decade of experience under his belt; he also is a former prosecutor. This unique legal background enables him to maintain an invaluable perspective from both sides of the courtroom. To see how you could benefit from working with a criminal lawyer in Brooklyn, call the firm today!

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...

Mark J Mahoney Is a Past President of the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and was elected to two terms on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He has received "Outstanding Lawyer" Awards from the New York State Bar Association, the New York State Association of criminal Defense lawyers, and the New York state defenders Association. He has been asked to lecture to criminal defense lawyers on a wide range of topics involving criminal law across the United States and in Canada. He has a history of milestone achievements in defending...

I focus my practice on labor and employment, start up companies, Intellectual property, entertainment matters, shareholder disputes, business disputes, criminal defense, real estate and contract claims.