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Lee A. Koch
White Plains, NY Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
New York Law School
As a veteran of the United States Air Force, I hold the same core values of "Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do" as I did when I served. My training and expertise were in handling highly sensitive matters, computer systems, and developing technology to complete my mission. My Clients First, Justice Always approach to handling cases means I will be there for you when you need me the most.
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Scott D. Kagan
White Plains, NY Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
Scott Kagan is a New York attorney with a national practice litigating complex product liability cases in a wide array of matters, including automotive crashworthiness, consumer products and heavy machinery. Scott also handles selected catastrophic injury cases that present complex liability issues. Specifically, he handles cases involving medium and heavy trucks, motor vehicle defects and various product defects, personal injury accidents, medical malpractice, boiler and pressure vessel failures, and escalator and elevator malfunctions. He has litigated significant injury cases in New York and several out-of-state jurisdictions.
Scott has worked in personal injury litigation from both the plaintiff and defendant side, giving...
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Stanley Tomkiel
White Plains, NY Attorney with 46 years of experience
(914) 723-1700
925 Westchester Avenue
Suite 115
White Plains, NY 10604
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Western New England
Stanley A. Tomkiel, III has been practicing law since 1979 when he began practice with his father, Stanley A. Tomkiel, Jr. (ret. 2006) who had a large worker’s compensation practice in Yonkers, NY. Mr. Tomkiel, III expanded the practice to include personal injury claims and litigation. His son Matthew P. Tomkiel, admitted to practice law in 2002, is his partner and has added appellate practice to the firm’s personal injury litigation practice, now located in White Plains, NY.
The Tomkiel & Tomkiel Law Firm is devoted exclusively to personal injury cases for injured people, including construction and worksite accidents,...
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James George Dibbini
Yonkers, NY Attorney with 27 years of experience
Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
James G. Dibbini & Associates, P.C. take pride in the individual and professional attention we give to each of our clients. We are a full service real estate law firm representing and advising individuals and businesses in Real Estate, Landlord and Tenant matters, Business Organizations, Zoning, Civil Litigation and Division of Housing and Community Renewal matters. The attorneys at James G. Dibbini & Associates, P.C. zealously represent our clients and are committed to giving personalized and prompt attention to every matter. Based in Yonkers, New York, we represent clients throughout New York and Connecticut.
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Albert B. Kukol
Vestal, NY Attorney with 34 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Albany Law School
Practicing since 1991 in Binghamton, Owego, Ithaca, Cortland, Norwich, Broome County, Tioga County, Tompkins County, Chenango County, Delaware County, and Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, as well as remotely via the internet.
Particularly interested in planning to minimize the erosion of assets due to common threats that we all face, such as incapacity, long term care costs, nursing home expenses, how to distribute your estate, keeping legacy camps in the family, planning for a disabled child, income and estate taxes, probate, and creditors claims.
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Mary Ellen O'Connor
Larchmont, NY Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationSocial Security Disability and Workers' Comp
City University of New York School of Law
Mary Ellen O'Connor is deeply committed to justice and passionate about advocating for what’s right. As the founder of O’Connor Law PLLC, she focuses on helping Bronx residents secure the benefits they need to support their families.
Mary Ellen's journey began with a BS from SUNY Albany and an MS from the College of Mount St. Vincent. She started her career teaching K-2, where she saw many students with learning disabilities struggle to get the services they needed. This inspired her to earn a law degree from CUNY School of Law, intending to advocate for children with special needs. However, her...
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Margaret Graf Linsner
Livonia, NY Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Washington and Lee University School of Law
I am a General Practice Attorney with over 30 years of experience, representing clients in Real Estate Closings, Real Estate Matters, Estate Proceedings (probate, administration, voluntary administration), Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, Family Court representation (custody, visitation, child support, adoption), Divorce matters (including divorce mediation), Contracts, BusinessFormation, Accident and Personal Injury.
I have successfully represented clients in Livingston, Ontario, Monroe, Steuben, Genesee, Allegany and all surrounding counties.
I am a life-long resident of Livingston County and have extensive experience in all of the Courts. Having represented thousands of clients in real estate closings, especially in...
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Arkady Frekhtman
Bronx, NY Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
The University of Texas School of Law
New York City personal injury lawyer specializing in serious & catastrophic civil litigation. Practice areas include tractor trailer, motorcycle, bus, truck, and auto accidents; construction site accidents, brain injury, spinal cord injury, birth injury, and medical malpractice.
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Anthony A. Ferrante
Pelham, NY Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. John's University School of Law
Anthony A. Ferrante is a New York based personal injury attorney who has dedicated his career seeking justice for those individuals who are injured through the fault of another. Anthony has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients through jury verdict, arbitration, mediation and settlements. He focuses on significant personal injury matters including construction site accidents, all manner of trip and fall and slip and fall accidents, including falls from ladders, sidewalk accidents, falls down stairs, falls within stores and other premises accidents, dog attacks, elevator malfunctions and motor vehicle collisions, as well as all types of...
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Daniel T. Leav
Bronx, NY Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Brooklyn Law School
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Frank Vozza
Bronx, NY Lawyer with 47 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
New York Law School
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Jayson Lutzky
Bronx, NY Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Divorce, Family and Medical Malpractice
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
I am a Bronx, New York attorney with over 37 years of experience practicing law. I handle family law, contested and uncontested divorces, bankruptcy, accidents, medical malpractice and personal injury cases. I offer free in-person initial consultations. I enjoy explaining the law and helping each client understand his or her rights in each personal situation before starting the case. While I emphasize cooperation, I am a tough negotiator in court. Over the years, I have represented many satisfied clients and have helped recover millions for victims of accidents. One of my staff members has been with me for over...
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Laura Sutnick
Bronx, NY Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
Cardozo School of Law
Ms. Sutnick, the founding partner of Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC, is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York. She is an experienced trial attorney who has successfully defended criminal defendants in both states.
Ms. Sutnick has been named as a New Jersey Super Lawyer since 2015 and in 2018 was selected to its Top 50 Women list. She is certified by the State of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney.
Ms. Sutnick is a trustee of the Bergen County Bar Association and the co-chair of the Municipal Court Law and Criminal Law committees. She was a guest commentator...
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Bernard D'Orazio
New York, NY Attorney with 39 years of experience
Appeals, Business and Collections
St. John's University School of Law
Bernard D’Orazio is a native New Yorker who has lived in New York City for more than 35 years. He served for eight years as an appointed member of Manhattan Community Board No. 1, which participates in City planning processes and other issues facing lower Manhattan. In addition, he was for many years a member of the Board of Managers of his 261-unit condominium building located in the Tribeca neighborhood in Manhattan and also served as its President. Mr. D’Orazio is presently a Public Member of the Business Conduct Committee (formerly known as the Adjudication Committee) of The CME Group,...
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Carmen "Jack" Giordano
NEW YORK, NY Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationCivil Rights, Construction, Employment and Personal Injury
New York University School of Law and New York Law School
Licensed Attorney in New York, Federal District Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, and Federal Court District of Connecticut, and Vermont. L.L.M. Constitutional Law and Jurisprudence, New York University School of Law, 10-year (2013-2023) Super Lawyers Award Recipient. Recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Attorneys in New York State.
When I decided to form Giordano Law Offices in 2000, I was excited about the prospect of being able to help as many people as I could in diverse practice areas. Giordano Law Offices is the culmination of many years of broad legal experience. ...
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Kathryn Donnelly
Vestal, NY Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Employment, Medical Malpractice and Military
The University of Texas School of Law
Currently, Kathryn is of counsel at Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP. She practices in the medical malpractice group. She also advises clients, both employers and employees, in all areas of labor and employment law, including preparation of employment agreements and employment manuals and policies, litigation including mediation and arbitration, as well as trials, appeals, and administrative hearings. She also advises clients on general litigation matters.
Previously, Kathryn practiced mainly military law; regularly handling cases involving Article 15s, letters of reprimand, courts-martial, security clearance and officer/enlisted separation proceedings. She also handled discrimination complaints before the Equal Employment Opportunity...
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Katherine Zalantis
Tarrytown, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Civil Rights and Construction
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Land Use and Zoning, Environmental and Municipal Law
Real Estate Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Civil Rights (Property Rights) Litigation
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Alexander R. Shmulsky
Saratoga Springs, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Albany Law School
Contact Alex if you want a lawyer that really cares. Alex knows what you are going through. He has been a defense lawyer for nearly 15 years.
As a Christian lawyer Alex will listen to you and do everything in his power to get you the best outcome possible.
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April M. Dalbec
Albany, NY Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
April is a Partner at Whiteman Osterman Hanna LLP. With over 20 years of experience, she is a seasoned litigator and trial lawyer. Her practice focuses in the areas of Matrimonial and Family Law, and Personal Injury including divorce, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, separation agreements, custody, family offenses and child support.
April received her B.A., cum laude, from the State University at Albany in 1998. Her J.D. was earned, cum laude, from Albany Law School in 2001.
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Brian Daniel Perskin
New York, NY Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
American University and American University Washington College of Law
While many divorces and cases can be settled amicably, it is to your benefit to have a lawyer stand up for you and your children. At the Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin & Associates P.C., we have the experience and skill necessary to protect your family. We also understand the difficulties and confusion that the majority of family law cases present. That is why our team of professional attorneys strives to provide each individual client with the knowledge, communication, attention and dedication they deserve. We value our clients and we fight for successful case results. The Law Offices...
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Anthony J. Pietrafesa
Albany , NY Attorney with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Consumer
Syracuse University College of Law
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Jonathan D Cohn
Albany, NY Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Albany Law School and Lafayette College
Jonathan Cohn is a partner at Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang. His practice is focused on criminal defense -- with an emphasis on alcohol-related offenses. This includes litigating difficult DWI cases where the outcome is of the utmost importance for his clients. In addition, Jonathan Cohn routinely lectures throughout the State on DWI topics.
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Matthew J Simone
Albany, NY Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Albany Law School
Matthew J. Simone is a partner at the law firm of Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Binghamton University in 2010 and graduated from Albany Law School in 2013.
During Matthew’s tenure at Binghamton University, he majored in financial management, was a Division 1 Scholarship Athlete and captain of the baseball team in his senior year. In law school, Matthew interned at the Schenectady County Public Defender’s Office and the Albany County District Attorney’s Office.
Prior to joining the firm, Matthew was an associate attorney at a local firm where he practiced in the areas of DWI...
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Lois Varughese
Albany, NY Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Hofstra University
Lois is a graduate of the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University School of Law and graduated from McMaster University, summa cum laude. While at Hofstra, Lois participated in the Criminal Prosecution Practicum Clinic. Here, Lois gained hands-on experience with numerous types of offenses, including misdemeanor violations, and traffic infractions. Lois is particularly focused on assuring all clients receive continuous and comprehensive communication throughout their legal proceedings. She is licensed to practice law in New York.
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Scott Glatstian
Albany, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
Syracuse University
Scott is a graduate of Syracuse University College of Law and received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University. Scott’s passion for analyzing complex issues and breaking them down into simpler terms led him to law school and ultimately to Rosenblum Law where he excels at working to help clients understand the law and the legal options available to them. A technology enthusiast, Scott’s hobbies include building computers and entertainment systems for his friends and family.
Mr. Glatstian is licensed to practice law in both New York and New Jersey and joined Rosenblum Law in 2020. He is a member of...
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John Frederick Harwick
Albany, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
41 State Street
Suite 604-05
Albany, NY 12207
Free ConsultationBusiness, Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
Highly rated upstate New York litigator.
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Brendan J. Venter
Albany, NY Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Employment and Immigration
Albany Law School
Brendan focuses his practice on developing and managing global talent acquisition programs for large and small employers seeking to fill highly skilled positions in the United States. He counsels employers located throughout New York, the United States and internationally and assists with obtaining immigration status and employment authorization for employees in both nonimmigrant and immigrant (permanent resident/“green card”) visa categories. His practice includes an emphasis on assisting college/university faculty members and medical professionals with complex immigration issues such as J-1 waivers, O-1 visas, and permanent residency through the National Interest Waiver, Outstanding Professor/Researcher, and Alien of Extraordinary Ability categories. Brendan...
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Jonathan Bradford Ripps
New City, NY Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Entertainment & Sports and Personal Injury
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.
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Michelle L. Haskin
Albany, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Albany Law School
Michelle practices exclusively in the field of matrimonial and family law, concentrating on matrimonial and family law, custody, domestic violence, and interstate issues. She has extensive experience representing clients in both Supreme and Family Court.
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Justin Lange
Albany, NY Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Syracuse University College of Law
Justin M. Lange is a young, intelligent and knowledgeable attorney who is motivated to defend his clients’ rights and interests. From the onset of his legal career, he has been passionate about defending individuals facing DWI, traffic, and criminal charges. He approaches each of his client’s cases as unique and each person as his equal, always going the extra mile to ensure his clients are fully educated on their case and knowing they are receiving the best quality representation. He provides 24-7 access to his clients so when they are in need, he is always available. Justin is always trying...
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Christopher W. Folk
Albany, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
Christopher served in the Marine Corps, graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. In Applied Economics and Business Management, attended Northeastern University's High-Tech MBA Program and received a M.S. In Computer Information Systems. He received is Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law
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Andrew T. Geisler
Albany, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Following admission to the New York State Bar, Andrew began his career as a criminal defense attorney. He worked with various public defender’s offices in the upstate New York area during this time, building his small practice in the process. Andrew is excited to be making this next step joining the team at the Nave Law firm and looks forward to aiding those who might need help in the Capital Region.
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Evan Goldberg
Spring Valley, NY Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationConstruction, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Brooklyn Law School
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Evan Goldberg is a respected trial attorney and Past President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association. With his grandfather having been an attorney and his father a former Supreme Court Justice, Mr. Goldberg has continued his family's tradition of service during his exclusive representation of accident victims for more than thirty years throughout NYC, L.I, Westchester, Rockland and Orange
Mr. Goldberg handles many complicated accident cases including car accidents, slip/trip and falls, construction accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, defective machinery/ products, landlord liability, lead paint poisoning, assault and wrongful death. Some of...
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Shalini Natesan
Albany, NY Attorney with 18 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Real Estate and Traffic Tickets
Albany Law School
Shalini Natesan focuses her practice in the areas of Business Law, Hospitality Law, Municipal Law, and Real Estate Law.
Ms. Natesan is equipped with over 10 years of experience in Corporate Law and has handled business matters, such as change of ownership, buy-sell agreements, drafting the necessary documents for all business and corporate formations and transactions, while also creating subsidiary entities to handle specific areas of businesses throughout New York State and the Northeast. Additionally, Ms. Natesan has worked in navigating very large commercial real estate transactions, including the purchase and sale of real property, rental/lease agreements, and bank representation.
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Peter Christopher Lomtevas
Schenectady, NY Attorney with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Foreclosure Defense and Municipal
Touro College
Peter Lomtevas is a licensed family law attorney specializing in divorce, child support, and child custody cases formerly in Schenectady and the New York Capitol region. A graduate of The Kew Forest School, Hofstra, and Touro College Law Center, Peter is also a member of the New York State Bar Association. Education • The Kew Forest School, 1966 - 1978 • Hofstra University, 1978 - 1981 • Touro College Law Center, 1993 - 1996 Civilian Awards • Distinguished Public Service Award, 2006: Brooklyn Borough President • Businessman of the Year, 2006: National Republican Congressional ...
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Jo Ann Shartrand
Latham, NY Attorney with 40 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
Albany Law School
EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE DIVORCE ATTORNEY Moving forward towards separation and divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Jo Ann Shartrand has the experience to guide you through the best legal process to meet your individual situation. She is an experienced Divorce and Family Law Attorney, but she also specializes in alternative dispute resolution options such as Collaborative Divorce and Divorce and Family Mediation. Choosing the best option for your divorce and separation is an important first step, so please contact Ms. Shartrand for a consultation to discuss all of the options for your individual...
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Glenn J. Witecki
SCHENECTADY, NY Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Elder, Estate Planning and Health Care
Albany Law School
Glenn did his undergraduate work at the Boston University School of Management (B.S.B.A magna cum laude), received a Master’s Degree from the Philosophy Department at the University of Chicago and his J.D. from Albany Law School. He has been practicing Law in Schenectady, NY since 1985, initially in the Criminal Defense Arena and for the past 25 years in Trusts and Estates, Elder Law and Real Estate.
Glenn is Co-Vice Chair of the Health Care Committee of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section of the New York State Bar Association; and a Member of the National Academy of Elder Law...
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Michael J. Catalfimo
Latham, NY Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce and Estate Planning
Boston College Law School
Michael J. Catalfimo represents a diverse group of businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation and transactional matters involving Real Property Law, Creditors Rights, Business Law, Family Law, Trusts and Estates Law, and Municipal Law. He is a Partner in the law firm of Rowlands, LeBrou & Griesmer, PLLC.
Mr. Catalfimo received his Juris Doctor Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Boston College Law School in 1985, where he was elected to the Order of the Coif National Legal Honor Society and received the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Medal For Excellence in Advocacy and Outstanding Trial Advocacy. He earned...
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Stephen John Riebling
Mount Kisco, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
For over 25 years, I, Stephen Riebling, have dedicated myself to defending the rights and interests of numerous clients across the Federal, State, and Local Courts of New York and Connecticut. I am recognized for my effective legal strategies and representation as a Westchester criminal defense lawyer and family law attorney.
My work in criminal law and family law has led to my inclusion in several prestigious lists of top attorneys in Westchester County, New York. These recognitions include:
- Super Lawyers Magazine and SuperLawyers.com
- The New York Times (Top Attorney in the New York Metro Area)
- Avvo’s Client Choice (Criminal Law)
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Peter Klose
Red Hook, NY Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Business, Consumer and Entertainment & Sports
New England Law | Boston
Klose & Associates offers various legal services to individuals and businesses, including business entity formation, contract preparation and negotiation, litigation, buying and selling personal and business assets, and wills and estate matters. Our clients have sought representation for business, environmental, insurance, intellectual property trademark and copyright), personal injury, professional malpractice (accountant, legal, medical), real estate and probate or estate matters.
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I didn’t set out to become a divorce coach, but looking back, I realize my passion for problem-solving and helping others guided me to this promising and rewarding profession.
As a lawyer, I enjoy the intellectual challenge of untangling...