Peter Gerstenzang Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Albany
Peter Gerstenzang has an average rating of 4.9/5 based on 66 reviews and practices at Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang in Albany, New York. Practice areas include DUI & DWI law.
Peter Gerstenzang
Peter Gerstenzang is the senior partner in the Albany law firm of Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang. He is a 1970 graduate of Albany Law School. He is one of only four lawyers in New York State who have been Board Certified as specialists in DUI Defense Law by the National College for DUI Defense ("NCDD"). The NCDD is the only organization accredited by the American Bar Association to certify attorneys as specialists in DUI law.* His practice focuses on Criminal Defense with an emphasis on DWI cases and Vehicular Crimes. In addition, Mr. Gerstenzang is listed as a top DWI attorney in the following publications: The Best Lawyers in America®, The New York Area's Best Lawyers®, and New York Super Lawyers® Upstate Edition 2014. He is listed as one of the "Top 25 Hudson Valley Super Lawyers 2010" regardless of category.. Mr. Gerstenzang commenced his legal career as a prosecutor for the United States Army in the Republic of Vietnam. From 1972 to 1975, he was an Assistant District Attorney for the County of Albany. Certified as a breath test operator, he taught at the New York State Police Academy in their Breath Test Training Program for 12 years. Mr. Gerstenzang currently serves as a Dean Emeritus and Fellow of the National College for DUI Defense, which holds an annual seminar in Cambridge, Massachusetts on the campus of Harvard Law School. He previously served on NCDD's Board of Regents from 2003 to 2013, as Assistant Dean in 2012-2013, and Dean in 2013-2014. His book, Handling the DWI Case in New York, published annually by Thomson/West, is considered a standard reference for the defense of Driving While Intoxicated cases.
Average Rating: 4.9
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Total Reviews 66
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Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang
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DUI & DWI
Albany, 12203
Address
210 Great Oaks Boulevard,
Albany
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12203
Counties Albany County
Counties Albany County
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Elisha Rudolph
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ecommended by someone I was in jail with who told me they got her robbery charge reduced to trespass ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Jonathan Cohn
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
E l saw him. His knowledge of law provided with the best outcome I could have expected in the situat ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Joseph Gerstenzang
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Best lawyer oustanding best of the best respondible, very happy to work with him good results... th I am so thankful for Joe. He is really there for his clients and helped make a really bad situation a better, and, in the end, the final outcome was amazing. If you find yourself in trouble, I highly recommend calling Joe. Thanks Joe! ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Cory Garcia
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ident occurred his other colleagues were adamant in doing so. Mr. Garcia immediately reconsidered wh ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Richard Hochhauser
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
As someone who is a criminal defense attorney was not helpful at all Do not recommend this Attorney I don’t have enough words to express how grateful I am to have found such an extraordinary attorney like Mr. Hochhauser. Today was my hearing, and honestly, everything went much more smoothly than I could have ever imagined. … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Anthony Sharnov
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
My experience with this lawyer was negative. They promise win my case very easy, but they didn't. Finally I paid for lawyer and summons. There was no ...VladHe doesn't follow your case carefully. When you called him to follow up your case. He didn't listen to your concern regarding your case. Good Luck if ...a clientHe tried and was unsuccessful. Thanks for tryinga Car Accident clientAs part of his work, my husband drives thru 4 boros of NYC. And he gets tickets, esp at NYPD ambush sites. We didnt win every case but we're satisfi...LisaAnthony is a great attorney. I used him for a few different cases and he had positive results every time. I will definitely use him in the future and ...michealI've hired Anthony to fight a DWI ticket for me. Didn't think it was possible, but the case was dismissed despite all odds. Highly recommended!DouglasThank you so much. Anthony saved my license and my job. I highly recommend him. I send everyone I know to him as he handles many different areas of la...MarkSuccessfully defended me in a criminal matter and had the case against me dismissed. This lawyer also had multiple traffic tickets dismissed for me. T...DimitriSuccessfully won my speeding ticket and cell phone ticket. I couldn't be happier! I will continue to use this lawyer and recommend him to everyone.FurkatGreat lawyer, very helpful, honest and hard working, he helped me with a cel The Law Office of Anthony Sharnov, PC did an outstanding job handling my traffic ticket cases. They helped me beat 9 points on my driving record and achieved an excellent outcome. The team was professional, knowledgeable, and kept me … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Glenn Bruno
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ything. Glen Bruno and his staff were so nice and professional. I had a traffic ticket, but it was a difficult situation and Glens knowledge as an attorney proved to be amazing. He was able to avoid a trial and get this violation dismissed. I highly recommend his services. He was very reasonably priced. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Wilson LaFaurie
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I have had 2 different trials with Mr. Lafaurie in the NYC and Queens and he got both done! I will a ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Rachel Kugel
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ness and always stayed the course that I had rights that were ignored. She was always available and ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Michael Kramer
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ller fine. Good communication throughout from a knowledgeable attorney. Thank you Mike! ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Jonathan Kaye
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I had a DWI I was about to lose everything I worked so hard to get God sent this man to me and Jonathan Kaye is truly the complete attorney. Highly competent, reliable and makes you feel like you’re in the best hands with DUI cases, which he excels at. There’s nothing he hasn’t seen in this area and is prepared for literally … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Clifton Carden
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
The absolute worst decision I ever made was to take my case to trial with Clifton as the lawyer. Ha ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Howard Tanner
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Was dismissed and sealed! It was an absolute pleasure and truly a blessing to have had him represent Excellent attorney, couldn't ask for anyone better! Compassionate and competent, always available for help or to answer questions. Went above and beyond to get a good outcome for our case. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Thomas Trbovich
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Wyer, but he is extremely compassionate and was always available to answer questions. If you ever fi Tom, was extremely helpful and responsive from the moment I reach out. My case was taken care of in a timely manner and minimal effort out of my self. Would recommend to anyone in the area! ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Lee Koch
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
E did not. We had a fantastic experience working with Lee and his paralegal Paola on our marriage-based green card application. From start to finish, Lee was incredibly knowledgeable and guided us through every step of the process with clarity and … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Todd J W Wisner
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I worked with their office for over 2 years , It was tough but the ending results was in my favor . Tod was excellent at getting me the results that I... I chose to switch my legal representation from one attorney to Wisner & Wisner. I met with Todd and immediately knew I wanted him representing me. Todd took his time explaining every detail involving my case to my family and I and answered … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Michael Greenspan
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Did. My experience with Greenspan & Greenspan, from Micheal to the entire team that worked on my case was nothing short of amazing. Having experienced my first and hopefully last motor vehicle accident, my case was handled with care and respect. … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Keith R. Murphy
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Words cannot express how greatful I was to have had him as a lawyer. He was compassionate non judgemental he was there through everything and explain ...a DUI & DWI clientI am so very grateful to Keith for being such a diligent and caring attorney and getting me through one of the toughest times in my life. I hired him ...a DUI & DWI clientTook a bad situation and helped to make the best of it. Saved me from probation. Every step of the way kept me informed. Truly knew he was on my side ...AndrewLast December, I was arrested in Putnam County, NY. I made a mistake and drove a motor vehicle when I should not have done so. I was ready to accep...TomKeith was a godsend during a very difficult and traumatic experience for me when I was arrested for DWI earlier this Summer-my first arrest. He was in...a clientMr. Murphy will alway be on your side; regardess the facts that lay before you. Always give him the time and benefit of the doubt. He is working on...robbyMr. Murphy walked me through a very stressful DWI case against me. Was punctual, respectful, and responsible. Helped me understand what was happening ...a clientWhen I realized I needed a lawyer for a DWI case, I did not know where to start. Keith's website got my attention because it was straightforward and ...a clientMy wife and I are extremely grateful for the defense you provided for our son in the past 3 years.Two My experience with Keith Murphy was nothing but amazing. I got myself into a pretty bad situation in the fall, and I am so glad I chose Keith Murphy to defend me. This is a lawyer who will fight tooth and nail for all of his clients to get … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Dennis Nave
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
K before the end of the day or the beginning of the next. I am impressed with their professionalism Heather Youngman flat out lied to me about conversations she had with my estranged wife’s court appointed lawyer. She advised me to leave a bs family court restraining order on MYSELF her client, so my x would have access to a lawyer to … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Robert Schalk
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
He is easy to talk to and a terrific person because he aims for the best outcome and puts in the eff I had a few tickets that I knew of and another set that looked like a scroll of them but he was very helpful and was able to take care of everything quickly and efficiently. His pricing is very fair and the communication was perfect. … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
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E l saw him. His knowledge of law provided with the best outcome I could have expected in the situat ...read more
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Best lawyer oustanding best of the best respondible, very happy to work with him good results... th I am so thankful for Joe. He is really there for his clients and helped make a really bad situation a better, and, in the end, the final outcome was amazing. If you find yourself in trouble, I highly recommend calling Joe. Thanks Joe! ...read more ...read more
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Ident occurred his other colleagues were adamant in doing so. Mr. Garcia immediately reconsidered wh ...read more
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As someone who is a criminal defense attorney was not helpful at all Do not recommend this Attorney I don’t have enough words to express how grateful I am to have found such an extraordinary attorney like Mr. Hochhauser. Today was my hearing, and honestly, everything went much more smoothly than I could have ever imagined. … ...read more ...read more
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(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
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My experience with this lawyer was negative. They promise win my case very easy, but they didn't. Finally I paid for lawyer and summons. There was no ...VladHe doesn't follow your case carefully. When you called him to follow up your case. He didn't listen to your concern regarding your case. Good Luck if ...a clientHe tried and was unsuccessful. Thanks for tryinga Car Accident clientAs part of his work, my husband drives thru 4 boros of NYC. And he gets tickets, esp at NYPD ambush sites. We didnt win every case but we're satisfi...LisaAnthony is a great attorney. I used him for a few different cases and he had positive results every time. I will definitely use him in the future and ...michealI've hired Anthony to fight a DWI ticket for me. Didn't think it was possible, but the case was dismissed despite all odds. Highly recommended!DouglasThank you so much. Anthony saved my license and my job. I highly recommend him. I send everyone I know to him as he handles many different areas of la...MarkSuccessfully defended me in a criminal matter and had the case against me dismissed. This lawyer also had multiple traffic tickets dismissed for me. T...DimitriSuccessfully won my speeding ticket and cell phone ticket. I couldn't be happier! I will continue to use this lawyer and recommend him to everyone.FurkatGreat lawyer, very helpful, honest and hard working, he helped me with a cel The Law Office of Anthony Sharnov, PC did an outstanding job handling my traffic ticket cases. They helped me beat 9 points on my driving record and achieved an excellent outcome. The team was professional, knowledgeable, and kept me … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.85/5
Glenn Bruno
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ything. Glen Bruno and his staff were so nice and professional. I had a traffic ticket, but it was a difficult situation and Glens knowledge as an attorney proved to be amazing. He was able to avoid a trial and get this violation dismissed. I highly recommend his services. He was very reasonably priced. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Wilson LaFaurie
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I have had 2 different trials with Mr. Lafaurie in the NYC and Queens and he got both done! I will a ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Rachel Kugel
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ness and always stayed the course that I had rights that were ignored. She was always available and ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Michael Kramer
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Ller fine. Good communication throughout from a knowledgeable attorney. Thank you Mike! ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Jonathan Kaye
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I had a DWI I was about to lose everything I worked so hard to get God sent this man to me and Jonathan Kaye is truly the complete attorney. Highly competent, reliable and makes you feel like you’re in the best hands with DUI cases, which he excels at. There’s nothing he hasn’t seen in this area and is prepared for literally … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Clifton Carden
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
The absolute worst decision I ever made was to take my case to trial with Clifton as the lawyer. Ha ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Howard Tanner
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Was dismissed and sealed! It was an absolute pleasure and truly a blessing to have had him represent Excellent attorney, couldn't ask for anyone better! Compassionate and competent, always available for help or to answer questions. Went above and beyond to get a good outcome for our case. ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Thomas Trbovich
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Wyer, but he is extremely compassionate and was always available to answer questions. If you ever fi Tom, was extremely helpful and responsive from the moment I reach out. My case was taken care of in a timely manner and minimal effort out of my self. Would recommend to anyone in the area! ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Lee Koch
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
E did not. We had a fantastic experience working with Lee and his paralegal Paola on our marriage-based green card application. From start to finish, Lee was incredibly knowledgeable and guided us through every step of the process with clarity and … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.90/5
Todd J W Wisner
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
I worked with their office for over 2 years , It was tough but the ending results was in my favor . Tod was excellent at getting me the results that I... I chose to switch my legal representation from one attorney to Wisner & Wisner. I met with Todd and immediately knew I wanted him representing me. Todd took his time explaining every detail involving my case to my family and I and answered … ...read more ...read more
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Michael Greenspan
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
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Did. My experience with Greenspan & Greenspan, from Micheal to the entire team that worked on my case was nothing short of amazing. Having experienced my first and hopefully last motor vehicle accident, my case was handled with care and respect. … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Keith R. Murphy
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
Words cannot express how greatful I was to have had him as a lawyer. He was compassionate non judgemental he was there through everything and explain ...a DUI & DWI clientI am so very grateful to Keith for being such a diligent and caring attorney and getting me through one of the toughest times in my life. I hired him ...a DUI & DWI clientTook a bad situation and helped to make the best of it. Saved me from probation. Every step of the way kept me informed. Truly knew he was on my side ...AndrewLast December, I was arrested in Putnam County, NY. I made a mistake and drove a motor vehicle when I should not have done so. I was ready to accep...TomKeith was a godsend during a very difficult and traumatic experience for me when I was arrested for DWI earlier this Summer-my first arrest. He was in...a clientMr. Murphy will alway be on your side; regardess the facts that lay before you. Always give him the time and benefit of the doubt. He is working on...robbyMr. Murphy walked me through a very stressful DWI case against me. Was punctual, respectful, and responsible. Helped me understand what was happening ...a clientWhen I realized I needed a lawyer for a DWI case, I did not know where to start. Keith's website got my attention because it was straightforward and ...a clientMy wife and I are extremely grateful for the defense you provided for our son in the past 3 years.Two My experience with Keith Murphy was nothing but amazing. I got myself into a pretty bad situation in the fall, and I am so glad I chose Keith Murphy to defend me. This is a lawyer who will fight tooth and nail for all of his clients to get … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Dennis Nave
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
K before the end of the day or the beginning of the next. I am impressed with their professionalism Heather Youngman flat out lied to me about conversations she had with my estranged wife’s court appointed lawyer. She advised me to leave a bs family court restraining order on MYSELF her client, so my x would have access to a lawyer to … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5
Robert Schalk
(Practice: Dui & Dwi Law)
Reviews
He is easy to talk to and a terrific person because he aims for the best outcome and puts in the eff I had a few tickets that I knew of and another set that looked like a scroll of them but he was very helpful and was able to take care of everything quickly and efficiently. His pricing is very fair and the communication was perfect. … ...read more ...read more
Average Rating: 4.95/5