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Deryck Curtis Jordan
New York, NY Attorney with 27 years of experience
Business and Immigration
University of Miami School of Law
Deryck helps startup companies and entrepreneurs from around the globe get established in the US market. As a veteran of corporate boardrooms, he understands the nuances of business and law and enjoys guiding startup companies during their formative years.
Some of the major activities of Deryck's law practice include: US business formation, E2 visas for entrepreneurs, business plan creation and contract development.
Before he founded Jordan Counsel, Deryck worked with large law firms in New York and Paris, where he supported a variety of business development deals. He also offers 15 years of corporate experience, including leadership roles...
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Carmen T. Rodriguez
New York, NY Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationMunicipal and Personal Injury
University of Dayton School of Law
Carmen T. Rodriguez is an associate at Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo P.C. who specializes in complex litigation, mass torts, and 9/11 related injuries.
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Glenn W. Nick
New York, NY Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationMaritime and Personal Injury
Fordham University School of Law
Glenn is an associate attorney at Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo P.C. and specializes in the area of motor vehicle accidents and general liability. He was named a Top 40 Under 40 lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers Association and has the experience to help you in your case. Contact him today for a free consultation.
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Ekaterina Mouratova
New York, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationBusiness, IP, Immigration and Real Estate
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
I am a founder of The Law Firm of Ekaterina Mouratova, PLLC. The legal practice of my firm focuses on business and corporate law, immigration, securities regulations, intellectual property, and real estate transactions.
I believe that qualified legal representation involves not only expertise in the subject matter and outstanding performance, but also creativity and determination to find the most beneficial procedures for my clients. Whether advising multinational companies on cross-border transactions and joint ventures, or assisting individual entrepreneurs, artists, and immigrants, I do my job in an efficient, result-oriented, expeditious and personable manner.
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David John Dean
New York, NY Attorney with 64 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Georgetown University Law Center
David J. Dean is a senior trial attorney at Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo P.C. who is responsible for trying some of the firm's largest and most challenging cases.
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Joseph Lund Lasher
New York, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Duke University School of Law
I am a dedicated personal injury attorney at Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf. My focus is on representing individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries. My practice areas include medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, labor law violations, construction site injuries, product liability claims, and wrongful death actions.
I am actively involved in all phases of litigation, from the initial investigation through trial and resolution, ensuring that each client receives comprehensive legal representation. My commitment to justice is evident in my meticulous approach to each case, aiming to secure full and fair compensation for my clients' losses.
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Andrew Olesnycky
New York, NY Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Health Care and White Collar Crime
Rutgers School of Law-Newark
Andrew Olesnycky, a former supervisor-level assistant prosecutor at the Union County Prosecutor's Office, represents individuals and organizations facing criminal charges and investigations in federal, state, and municipal courts. Mr. Olesnycky has served as lead attorney defending charges of multi-million dollar federal and state fraud conspiracies, federal bank fraud, federal benefit fraud, state and federal large-scale multi-defendant drug conspiracies, sexual assaults, child pornography, interference with custody, and Superstorm Sandy-related fraud. Mr. Olesnycky is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, a designation obtained by fewer than 1% of attorneys state-wide. During his nearly five-year...
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Francesca Madeline O'cathain
New York, NY Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family
University of Connecticut School of Law
A New Jersey family lawyer who is Certified as a Matrimonial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court. Areas or practice include divorce, same-sex divorce, child custody, high income child support, pre-nuptial agreements and mid-marriage agreements. Represents clients in the family law courts of Bergen County, Essex County, Hudson County, Passaic County and Morris County.
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Gregory A. Frank
New York, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationAntitrust, Consumer and Securities
Georgetown University Law Center
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Dmytro Mykolayovych Biryuk
New York, NY Lawyer with 10 years of experience
30 Wall Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10005
Free ConsultationBusiness, Immigration, International and Trademarks
Saint Louis University School of Law
International business attorney licensed to practice law in Ukraine, New York & the US Supreme Court, having over 15 years of professional legal experience, including a decade with top multinational law and consulting firms, such as Baker McKenzie, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Schoenherr
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Colette Katz
New York, NY Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
New York Law School
Speeding ticket today? Call me to see if we can make it go away. 917.548.9907 We've been fighting speeding and other DMV violations for 8 years. Red light ticket? Let's try to lose it. 917.548.9907 We've been fighting red light, red arrow, stop sign, traffic device and other tickets for 8 years.
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Samantha Chorny
New York, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
California Western School of Law
Samantha has established a remarkable reputation for consistently delivering unmatched results with speed. Clients admire her fearlessness in the courtroom and unwavering dedication to their cause. She firmly believes in the lawyer's ability to make a positive impact on the justice system and uphold the constitutional ideals that underpin our society.
Central to Samantha's approach is empowering her clients and offering them the necessary support and guidance to navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system. As a fierce advocate for individuals accused of crimes, she recognizes the unique challenges they face and is fully committed to safeguarding their rights and...
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Gregory M Messer
Brooklyn, NY Lawyer with 47 years of experience
26 Court Street
Suite 2400
Brooklyn, NY 11242
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Albany Law School
Gregory Messer has been practicing law for over 43 years. He started his career as a Legal Aid attorney in Albany, New York. In 1980, he opened his law practice in Brooklyn, New York, and has specialized in bankruptcy law since that time. Mr. Messer has been a member of the standing panel of Chapter 7 Trustees for the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York since 1980. He has represented debtors, creditors, trustees, defendants, purchasers of assets, and other parties in bankruptcy cases. He has served as a Chapter 7 Trustee, Chapter...
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Elliot Green
Brooklyn, NY Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCity University of New York - Queens College
My name is Elliot Green. Born and raised in Brooklyn, I am proud to serve as a family law attorney for people throughout New York City. I am dedicated to using my experience to help people like you get through very stressful times.
I am not just a family lawyer — I am a family man. As husband and father of three, I know the value of family. I understand what is at stake and will work to protect you during highly emotional legal situations.
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Gina M. Wicik
New York, NY Lawyer with 9 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Gina M. Wicik (DeLustro) received a bachelors degree from St. Johns University in 2007. In 2011, Ms. Wicik received her Masters Degree in criminal justice from Long Island University at CW Post Campus. She received her JD from Touro Law Center in 2015. Ms. Wicik is admitted to practice in the States of New York and New Jersey.
Ms. Wicik’s practice in the areas of traffic and criminal defense have allowed her to have a diversity of cases. She has successfully represented clients on various matters ranging from speeding tickets and DWI/DUI to domestic violence and larceny
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Marvin L. Frank
New York, NY Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationAntitrust, Consumer and Securities
New York Law School
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Lauren Ashley Vizar
Brooklyn, NY Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Immigration
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
With Vizar Law, PLLC, Lauren Vizar represents noncitizens with the utmost compassion and dedication. Her mission is to improve lives by educating clients on the immigration process and by providing high-quality representation.
Before establishing Vizar Law, PLLC, Lauren Vizar grew her experience in immigration law by working for not-for-profit organizations and a private immigration law firm. Lauren Vizar has completed hundreds of immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and applications, asylum applications, and immigration appeals, while also fiercely representing noncitizens in removal proceedings.
She provides remote legal services across the United States and in-person legal services in the New York Tri-State area.
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Edward Marcowitz
New York, NY Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Edward Marcowitz has been assisting Catastrophic Injury victims for the past 26 years. He offers Free Consultations and there is never a legal fee unless there is a recovery. Eddie is also a leading 9-11 Victims Lawyer and has assisted many families receive substantial compensation from the WTC Victims Compensation Fund. He currently serves as the personal attorney to the family of NYPD Detective James Zadroga for whom the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund is named. World Trade Center Cancer cases are on the rise. Yet, many victims still do not know their rights, or that they can still file...
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John W. Chwarzynski
NEW YORK, NY Attorney with 8 years of experience
Construction, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Illinois - Chicago John Marshall Law School and Lake Forest College
John Chwarzynski is an experienced Illinois attorney who focuses his practice on representing clients in wrongful death, medical malpractice, premises liability, sexual assault, and automobile cases.
John joined Hale & Monico as a trial lawyer in 2019 after working at a well-respected personal injury firm in Chicago. John is known for his exceptional work ethic, charisma, and writing skills. He has successfully argued motions in both state and federal court.
Call or visit his website for more information.
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John P. Buza
New York, NY Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
New York Law School
John P. Buza is a Manhattan criminal defense attorney and founder of the Law Office of John Buza, PC. Mr. Buza was a prosecutor for New York for many years, where he handled a wide variety of misdemeanor and felony cases. His insight into the prosecutor’s perspective of working a case now works to his clients’ advantages. Mr. Buza has successfully helped clients win a not guilty verdict or have their charges dismissed when other attorneys told them to take plea deals. You should never have to defend yourself from the government without an attorney who can put you on...
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Brian S. Schwartz
New York, NY Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
New York Law School
Brian S. Schwartz began his representation of seriously injured plaintiffs in 1993 in both New York and New Jersey and has done so continuously since that time. Brian concentrates his representation on those clients who have sustained significant, life-altering injuries due to the negligence of others in the operation of motor vehicles, construction sites and the maintenance of premises. It is this focused representation that has allowed Brian to develop specialized expertise in these areas of law. Brian firmly believes in preparing each of his cases as if they are going to trial. It is this level of dedication that...
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Dallin M. Fuchs
New York, NY Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Emory University School of Law
Dallin M. Fuchs focuses his practice exclusively on significant personal injury cases involving automobile accidents, construction accidents, premises liability and general negligence. He brings 25 years of experience in the preparation and trial of cases in both New York and New Jersey. He has secured over a hundred million dollars in jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients.
Dallin’s accomplishments reflect his deliberate approach to his cases. He is of the firm belief that meticulous preparation is the key to successfully litigating a case. No detail is too small and nothing will be overlooked. Among Dallin’s greatest strengths in...
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Star Kashman
Brooklyn, NY Attorney with 1 year of experience
Communications, IP, Products Liability and Trademarks
Brooklyn Law School
Star Kashman is Founding Partner of Cyber Law Firm, and Technology and Cyber Law Chair of Gotham Government Relations. Star Kashman is an attorney and award winning legal scholar, known for her pioneering contributions to the intersection of technology and law. As an attorney admitted to the bar in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, and Connecticut, Kashman has gained recognition for her groundbreaking work in Technology Law and on Search Engine Hacking, also known as Google Dorking, marking her as a leading voice in the field of cybersecurity and privacy law.
Her expertise and dedication to advancing digital safety have...
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Jacob V. Hudnut
New York, NY Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Seton Hall University
Standing up to the government and advocating for the accused is what Jacob V. Hudnut (Jake) loves most about his work. Prior to joining Spar Bernstein, Jake managed his own criminal defense practice for six years and represented over 500 persons charged with felony crimes. He successfully tried many cases to verdict in front of juries with excellent results for his clients. During that time he also served as a Jersey City public defender, counseling countless individuals charged with misdemeanors and motor vehicle offenses. Jake’s career began as a Special Assistant to a Commissioner of the Port Authority...
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Matthew Demars Goodstein
New York, NY Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
The John Marshall Law School
MATTHEW GOODSTEIN is a personal injury attorney at Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP. Mr. Goodstein regularly collaborates with partner and personal injury attorney, Adam Handler, to develop a personalized strategy for each case that will help our injured clients obtain the best results possible. Mr. Goodstein is a 2005 graduate of the Indiana University – Kelley School of Business, Bloomington, Indiana and a 2008 graduate of the John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois. After graduating law school, Mr. Goodstein served as an Assistant State’s Attorney (ASA), representing the State of Illinois in criminal prosecutions. During his time as...
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Christopher Gorayeb
New York, NY Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Syracuse University College of Law
One of New York City's preeminent personal injury attorneys, Christopher J. Gorayeb, brings to the firm a wealth of more than 35 years of experience litigating construction accident cases. Christopher has tried hundreds of cases to verdict, obtaining many verdicts in excess of ($10,000,000.00) ten million dollars.
As a founder of Gorayeb & Associates, P.C., Christopher’s primary concern is to help people which is the reason he studied law. According to Christopher, the firm has represented thousands of clients,
"...who have been injured and mistreated in the workplace"
Christopher knows that many people come to the United States in search of a better...
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R. Scott Jones
New York, NY Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Tax
University of Warwick, UK
Scott is an experienced New York Tax Law Attorney with an international clientele. His practice encompasses a full range of tax needs including International Individual Income & Estate Tax Planning & Advisory, Individual Tax Advocacy & Related Services, and International Individual Income & Estate Tax Compliance. With over 20 years of experience, Scott provides a powerful combination of legal and tax accounting expertise. He is dedicated to exceptional advocacy for your tax law needs.
Scott received his Bachelor of Laws with Honours, from the University of Warwick, UK in 1988. He obtained his Association of Taxation Technicians Examination, UK in...
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Cindy N. Brown
White Plains, NY Attorney with 11 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Family and Landlord Tenant
Charleston School of Law
Cindy N. Brown practices in the areas of criminal defense, civil litigation, family law, and landlord/tenant, defending the interests of the everyday man. While she feels strongly about the work that she does for all her clients, she is especially passionate about fathers, and their ability to maintain meaningful relationships with their children after divorce or failed relationships. All too often, the end of romantic relationships result in diminished contact with children through no fault of the fathers, and once the matter has made its way into the Family Court system, many fathers feel as though the odds are stacked...
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Edward R. Averbuch
New York, NY Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Personal Injury and Products Liability
New York Law School
Edward joined Leav & Steinberg LLP in 2016, bringing with him years of experience in personal injury and other matters. He graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2004, and obtained his law degree from New York Law School in 2008. While in law school, Edward interned in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. After graduating law school, Edward practiced law in Miami, Florida, before returning to New York to practice personal injury law in New York City.
Edward has successfully represented clients in State and Federal Courts. His experience includes trials, alternative...
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Jesus A. Cachaya Jr.
White Plains, NY Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
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Chris Warren
New York, NY Attorney
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Business, Securities and White Collar Crime
New York Law School
Scarinci Hollenbeck is a business law firm that provides its clients with fierce strategic advocacy in the courtroom and sage advice in the boardroom. Our approach is to give our clients the freedom to pursue their vision while mitigating their risks and minimizing liability exposure. Scarinci Hollenbeck represents privately held businesses of all sizes as well as investors and not-for-profit organizations in everything from formation and deal-making to protecting their rights in litigation and arbitration.
Contact Chris Warren today to learn about how Scarinci Hollenbeck can protect your rights and bring your business to the next level.
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Ronald Weiss
Melville, NY Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
New York University School of Law
Ronald D. Weiss, ESQ. is a Long Island bankruptcy, foreclosure, and modification lawyer, who since 1988 has represented individuals and businesses in the greater Long Island and New York areas undergoing financial hardship.
The Law Office of Ronald D. Weiss, P.C., for over twenty-five (25) years, has concentrated in legally representing residents of Suffolk County and Nassau County, Long Island under Chapters 7, 11 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code, foreclosure defense litigation, mortgage loan modifications, and general debt negotiation. Through advice and representation, our attorneys help determine and implement the best and most affordable ways to: eliminate overwhelming credit card...
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Michael J. McConnell
Ardsley, NY Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Michael J. McConnell is a lawyer dedicated to helping good people through their toughest times. He practices criminal defense, personal injury, and workers' compensation in New York. His office serves the following areas: NYC, Westchester County, Rockland County, & Long Island.
Call (914) 810-0510 for a free consultation.
Michael J. McConnell is an attorney in Westchester County who takes a no-nonsense approach to the practice of law while prioritizing a client-centered focus that values constant communication, clear and direct guidance, and compassionate legal representation. He is a former Manhattan prosecutor who successfully prosecuted cases ranging from misdemeanors to violent felonies. He...
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Nikki Adamo Siesel
White Plains, NY Attorney with 32 years of experience
(914) 949-9550
777 Westchester Avenue
Suite 101
White Plains, NY 10604
Free ConsultationCommunications, IP and Trademarks
Pace University School of Law
I have practiced law for 24 years and have focused on trademark law since 1995. I have been associated with a highly regarded boutique law firm in Manhattan where I serviced many well known organizations, assisting in the building of their brands. In addition to practicing in New York State Courts, I am admitted to the United States Federal District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts. I also practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office and the United States Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. This area of the law is dynamic, it continues to grow and change...
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Stewart McMillan
White Plains, NY Attorney with 30 years of experience
(914) 358-4326
707 Westchester Avenue
Suite 405
White Plains, NY 10604
Free ConsultationConstruction, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Fordham University School of Law
Stewart McMillan, Esq. is a former New York State Prosecutor duly licenced to practice criminal law in both the States of New York and Connecticut since 1995 and 1996, respectively. Mr. McMillan's main office is located in Larchmont, New York in Westchester County. He also has branch offices in Manhattan County in New York City and in Stamford, Connecticut. Over the years Mr. McMillan has represented the accused in all of the New York City Courts as well as in Westchester, Orange, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Nassau and Suffolk Counties and in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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Louis Gasparini
White Plains, NY Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Business, Construction, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
At Lynch Schwab, we handle all legal matters in every county in New York State, and can appear throughout all of Connecticut. We provide clients with thorough, cost conscious and effective representation. All of our attorneys have previously trained at large litigation law firms, and are dedicated to providing the same services which a large firm can provide, but with the small firm personal client relationship. Our Firm handles all aspects of the legal practice, representing major insurers, municipalities, small businesses, large businesses and individuals. We also represent clients on non-litigation matters, such as real estate closings, commercial and business...
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Michael D. Litman
White Plains, NY Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Albany Law School
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Kevin Abessi
White Plains, NY Attorney
Free ConsultationBusiness, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Albany Law School
Licensed in New York and New Jersey, Kevin Abessi is a heavily credentialed attorney with a background that is tailored to handle the challenges of family and business. As a client-facing professional with deep academic and professional exposures to finance and investment, Kevin and Abessi Law are well-equipped to handle the sort of financial and business matters that are often at play with matters pertaining to divorce, spousal/child support, contract negotiation, estate planning, and so much more. Abessi Law understands that facilitating legal services is about more than just lawyering, which is why it endeavors to be just as well...
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Mark S. Ricciardi
Melville, NY Lawyer with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
St. John's University School of Law
I have been practicing law in New York for over 34 years, focusing primarily on Personal Injury, Real Estate, Business Transactions, and Criminal Law. My practice extends across the courts of Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties. I take great pride in my extensive experience and the personal service I provide to each client. I personally handle all matters and ensure that clients are not delegated to paralegals or less experienced attorneys. If you have any questions concerning the areas of law mentioned, please feel free to contact our office. Thank you.
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Theodore "Ted" Araujo
White Plains, NY Attorney with 39 years of experience
(914) 206-9614
Bodow Law Firm PLLC
50 Main Street, 10th Floor
White Plains, NY 10606
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Foreclosure Defense
SUNY Buffalo
Ted is the Chair for the State of New York (Northern and Western Districts) for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.
I am the Managing Attorney for the Bankruptcy Law Center. We have offices in Syracuse and White Plains, New York.
After I graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Economics I went to the State University of New York at Buffalo, where I got not only my law degree by also my Master of Arts Degree in Economics. Rather than jump right into private practice I decided to voluntarily give back to my country by joining the U.S....