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I specialize in providing strategic legal representation, tailor-made to the unique needs of my individual clients. By staying on the cutting edge of legal and technological developments, I approach each case with a modern arsenal of tools and tactics that many other lawyers lack.. Having been an adjunct law professor at the University of Illinois College of Law, a columnist for the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, and a judicial research attorney for the Illinois Court of Appeals, I pride myself in maintaining an exceptional understanding of Illinois law and procedure. In turn, my knowledge and experience allows me to navigate complex legal issues, outmaneuver my opponents, and ultimately obtain the best possible results for my clients.

. CALL FOR FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. In addition to my extensive experience in COUNTY and Justice Courts throughout the State of New York, I am also one of the VERY FEW area Attorneys practicing FEDERAL Criminal Defense. I am admitted in United States District Court for the Northern District of New York. I have also appeared and defended clients in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. And I have argued in the United States Second Circuit Court of Appeals.

After attending Post University on a baseball scholarship as a pitcher, I graduated from Hofstra Law School.. I began my legal career as a Prosecutor with the Bronx County District Attorney's Office from 2017-2021.. After leaving the Bronx DA's Office, I joined the private sector and expanded my areas of practice in Criminal Defense, Matrimonial, Family, Real Estate, Civil, Estate Planning and Traffic Law.

I have been an attorney practicing in Suffolk County, New York for the past 43 years. Throughout that time, I have represented thousands of criminal defendants in matters including, DWI and DUI, burglary, white collar crime and murder in both State and Federal Court.  I have tried over a thousand cases throughout my career, with much success.. I have also represented countless attorneys and judges, whether in civil, criminal or professional disciplinary matters.. I have been AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale Hubbell throughout most of my career.. As the Managing Partner of Long Tuminell, LLP I strive to ensure that every client of the Firm receives the benefit of our decades of experience, skill and expertise.

I am committed to representing the rights of people in the Hudson Valley. I offer strong local legal expertise to a community which I live in. To learn how to put my skills to work for you in your case, contact me today for a free consultation.

Steven K. Patterson has over 20 years of experience handling criminal defense matters throughout Dutchess, Columbia and Putnam Counties. Steven Patterson spent a number of years with the Dutchess County Public Defender’s Office and Putnam County Legal Aid Society. As a result, he has defended thousands of individuals accused of crimes.. Mr. Patterson has obtained favorable results at all stages of criminal proceedings, including pre-trial motions, pre-trial hearings and at trial. Thanks to his experience and solid reputation in the legal community, Mr. Patterson knows how to work within the system to protect your rights as the best criminal defense attorney.. Whatever your charge is, Steven K. Patterson will work directly with you throughout the process. He provides intelligent, professional service and he will work effectively to protect your interests.

John W. Mitchell, Esq. is a litigator with extensive experience in both state and federal civil and criminal litigation, appeals and post-conviction proceedings. He holds an "AV Preeminent 5.0 Peer Review Rating" from Martindale Hubbell. He is widely respected by both the bench and the bar. Although his practice is mostly in the State of New York, he has been admitted pro hac vice in cases throughout the United States. He has served as a lecturer and author for Continuing Legal Education classes for the Practicing Law Institute and The New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. As the Court recently observed in Cont'l Cas. Co. v. Caramadre, 2020 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 20661 (D.R.I. 2020): "Attorney Mitchell practices law primarily in New York. A seasoned litigator, he has focused on and excelled at civil and criminal litigation at the trial and appellate levels. Attorney Mitchell submitted persuasive declarations from three attorneys who practice outside of Rhode Island, have worked with him as co-counsel in several cases and averred to the high quality of his work. Attorney Mitchell’s rate is reasonable by standards for a senior litigation lawyer serving as lead counsel in a complex civil case."

Jill K. Sanders is a senior associate with Pappalardo & Pappalardo, LLP. In addition to court appearances and trials, Ms. Sanders is skilled at legal research and preparation of motions and legal memoranda. During her tenure, Ms. Sanders has worked on many of the firm’s criminal cases, including DWIs, drug offenses, sex crimes, burglary and robbery offenses, weapons offenses, and homicides. A “wolf in sheep’s clothing,” Ms. Sanders has a reputation for being a passionate advocate for her clients both inside and outside the courtroom.. Ms. Sanders has argued before several of the state’s appellate courts and has extensive experience in litigating matters related to sex offender registration. She was at the forefront of litigation relating to the unlawful incarceration of persons convicted of sex offenses past their release dates from prison. She has been successful in gaining the release of clients through Article 78 and habeas corpus petitions, going so far as to argue the issues before the New York State Court of Appeals. Today, Ms. Sanders continues to assist persons on the New York sex offender registry. She further assists clients with other post-conviction collateral issues related to their rehabilitation and re-integration into their communities. Moreover, she is a founding member of the Restorative Action Alliance, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to criminal justice issues and the registry.. Prior to joining Pappalardo & Pappalardo, LLP, Ms. Sanders worked at the Center for Appellate Litigation in Manhattan. She previously interned with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office, the Union County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey, as well as the Post-Conviction Project at John Jay Legal Services, Inc.