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My life these days is largely centered around my work.  However, I have always been very active physically and remain in excellent physical condition notwithstanding my ever-expanding girth.  I ran and coached competitively for about 25 years and then switched over to bicycling, which I have done all my life. Every year I promise to drop some pounds so that I can get back to doing time trials.  In the meantime, I enjoy riding 4-6 days per week during the summer, with one long ride of 40-70 miles and the other rides 15-20 miles.  I also lift weights, and am much stronger now than I was when I had skinny runner arms in my twenties and thirties.. Other than work and exercise, I follow a lot of sports, mostly at the professional level, including MMA (big fan of Royce Graycie back in the day and Fedor Emelianenko), Nascar (Jeff Gordon although I think his winning may be in the past), MLB (excited about the Nats), NFL (Redskins, since I live here), NHL (Caps, for the same reason, plus they're good), Le Tour de France, and track and field.. Although I long ago gave up my intellectual pretensions, I spent  my younger adult years studying and teaching philosophy. In addition to Socrates and Plato, whom virtually all philosophy students in this country love, my favorite philosophers at the beginning of my studies were late nineteenth century Germans better known for their literary brilliance than their metaphysical prowess.  Thus in 1975, I published my first paper on Schopenhauer and wrote a master's thesis comparing Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Neitzsche with Sartor Resartus by Thomas Carlyle, who was not a German philosopher but wished that he were.. As I progressed in my academic studies, I moved towards a style of philosophy formerly known as the British analytical school (I don't know if the term still is used), although one of the central figures in this school was Ludwig Wittgenstein, who was every bit as strange as Neitzsche and Schopenhauer.. Before leaving academia, apparently for good, I completed my Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico with a dissertation that concerned "self-defeating" and "self-fulfilling" predictions in the social sciences.  This was more or less an interdisciplinary study in which I discussed certain theories of explaining social behavior then prevalent in sociology, psychology, economics, and sociobiology, none of which fields I have kept up with, since lawyers as a whole are rather anti-intellectual in nature.

I am a small town attorney (Berryville) with big city experience (New York City and Alexandria, VA). As a litigator with a passion for legal practice, and advancing clients' causes through effective advocacy both in and out of the courtroom, I relish the many opportunities to resolve my clients' legal-related concerns. I love learning about all facets of the law as it opens the door to creative argument and endless responsiveness to clients' legal issues. I would love to talk with you about the legal issues you have encountered, and discuss how I can be of service to you. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with you!

John has been practicing law for over 21 years. His practice emphasizes criminal and traffic defense, residential landlord-tenant law, and community association law, injury law, and estate planning. He has appeared in state and federal courts across the Commonwealth, including the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Federal 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. His broad experience has enabled him to develop proven, cost-effective legal strategies with each of his clients.

Being charged with a criminal offense, however serious, can be one of the most stressful experiences in a person’s life. Aside from the obvious potential for incarceration and fines, a criminal conviction can have ripple effects in a person’s life, ranging from employment consequences to loss of the rights to vote and carry firearms.. Rob began honing his criminal advocacy skills before his first semester of law school, interning with the Office of the Public Defender. That training continued throughout law school, culminating in representing clients in the courtroom as soon as he was able with his third year practice certificate.. Following law school Rob worked at the Pulaski Office of the Public Defender, where he represented over 1,000 clients in just over three years on cases ranging from Trespassing to Aggravated Malicious Wounding. During that time he earned the respect of local judges and prosecutors while gaining the reputation of being a fierce, devoted, and compassionate advocate for his clients who was unafraid to take cases to trial. That willingness earned his clients numerous acquittals, including several by jury.. Rob continues to provide that zealous advocacy to clients now that he's in private practice at Robert L. Canard, PLLC.  When you select Rob to represent you, you can be certain that your rights will be exercised to the fullest and no stone will be left unturned.. Representative Cases:. -Acquittal by jury of Rape of an Incapacitated Victim where the Commonwealth’s Attorney was unable to prove that the Complaining Witness was under the influence of self-administered drugs. -Acquittal by jury of Malicious Wounding and Strangulation where the Complaining Witness changed his story between the initial report, preliminary hearing, and trial. -Acquittal by jury of Assault and Battery of a Law Enforcement where the evidence only supported that Defendant had accidentally fallen on the Officer. -Acquittal by jury of Simple Possession of Amphetamine where evidence tended to show that the Defendant had permission to pick up his girlfriend's prescription for Adderall.. -Acquittal by judge of Driving Under the Influence where the Officer was unable to testify to the results of the Field Sobriety Tests, other than that the Defendant had done “poorly”. -Acquittal by judge of Driving Under the Influence where the Officer failed to ask the Defendant when he had taken his medication, and left him unattended for thirty minutes. -Acquittal by judge of Driving Under the Influence where the client jumped out of the car and chugged and Ice House following the traffic stop. -Acquittal by judge of Indecent Exposure in the New River Valley Regional Jail where the Judge ruled that the Defendant had a reasonable expectation of privacy in the jail shower.. -Acquittal by judge of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor where the Commonwealth’s Attorney failed to prove that the Defendant was over the age of 18.

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I am an experienced criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor. Prior to joining the Law Offices of John Boneta, I worked as an Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney for the Loudoun County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. Before my time with the Commonwealth I worked with John Boneta in Falls Church, gaining a wealth of experience in both trial and negotiation on both sides of the criminal bar. I graduated from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2016 for my Juris Doctorate and The College of William and Mary in 2012 with a Bachelor's Degree in American Studies. Prior to attending Wake Forest University School of Law for his Juris Doctorate, I worked as a legal assistant for Zoby, Broccoletti, & Normile, PC in Norfolk, VA. My work in Norfolk was directly under James Broccoletti, one of the pre-eminent criminal defense attorneys in the Commonwealth of Virginia, specializing in major felony cases.. While I was at Wake Forest, I was an active member of the executive board of the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund, with a personal emphasis on researching and becoming involved in the laws governing dog fighting and dangerous dog laws on the state and federal levels. This was a passion project for me, as my family has been very involved in animal welfare and animal charity my whole life, and it has been a pleasure to continue contributing to similar organizations as often as possible. I have taken pride throughout my career in being a zealous advocate for all of my clients, and helping them navigate the often perilous world of the court system. Those who know me will attest to my professionalism and preparation, and if you find yourself in legal trouble you will find yourself in good hands with me at your side.

Mr. King was raised in rural upstate New York. He attended St. John Fisher College and Syracuse University College of Law. After law school he was an Assistant District Attorney in Rochester, NY. Since going into private practice in 2012 has has achieved an impressive record of wins in both criminal and personal injury cases. He has been named a Super Lawyer Rising Star and a Top 100 Trial Lawyer.

Nick is a lifelong resident of Syracuse, and of the City’s “Northside.” A graduate of Henninger High School, Nick holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (summa cum laude) in Political Science from Brockport State University, in Brockport, New York, and a Juris Doctor Degree from Western New England College, School of Law, in Springfield, Massachusetts.. Nick began his legal career in 1986 by serving as a Deputy County Attorney with the Onondaga County Department of Law, where he prosecuted child abuse and neglect cases. He then went on to serve for 15 years as an Assistant District Attorney with the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office. During his tenure as an Assistant District Attorney, Nick prosecuted general felony cases, violent felony and career criminal cases, as well as narcotics cases. He served in the the Homicide Bureau for 11 years and also served as Chief of the White Collar Bureau. While in the Homicide Bureau, Nick investiagted and prosecuted over 100 murder and death penalty - eligible cases.. As an A.D.A., Nick’s administrative duties included serving as Supervisor of Project P.R.O.U.D., the District Attorney’s felony drug diversion program, Supervisor of Project Safe   Schools, and was the District Attorney’s liaison to both the Neighborhood Watch Groups of Syracuse and Neighborhood Watch of Central New York.. Nick left the District Attorney’s Office in 2004 as a Chief Assistant assigned to the Homicide Bureau.. In 2001, Nick served as a Syracuse City Court Judge, during which time, among his other duties, he initiated and presided over Syracuse Community Court.. In 2004 he joined the Syracuse law firm of Costello, Cooney & Fearon as Special Counsel, where he specialized in Family Law, Criminal Defense and Insurance Defense.. Nick served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Cazenovia College, in Cazenovia, New York for 20 years, where he taught Business Law, Sports Law and Legal and Business Ethics. He also frequently serves as a guest lecturer at Syracuse University and at the Syracuse University School of Law.. In 2007, Nick resumed his work as a prosecutor when he joined the New York State Attorney General’s Office, Criminal Prosecutions Bureau. As an A.A.G., Nick coverd an approximate seven county Central New York Region and concentrated primarily on the investigation and prosecution of white collar, financial and environmental crimes.. In 2015, Nick left the Attorney General's Office and joined the firm of Green & Brenneck, in Syracuse, where he specializes in all aspects of criminal defense, including homicides, major felonies, white collar, DWI and Vehicle and Traffic matters. Nick practices in all counties in New York and is admitted to practice in United States Federal Court, Northern District of New York.. In July, 2018, Nick opened his own Criminal Defense law firm in Syracuse. His practice includes all aspects of criminal defense, ranging from simple traffic tickets to homicides.. Nick currently serves on the New York State Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section Executive Committee and served as the Committee's representative to the New York State Bar House of Delegates. He also serves as the Chairperson of the Criminal Justice Section's Continuing Legal Education Committee.. In addition, he serves as Chairperson of the Criminal Law Section, Membership Committee and Animals and the Law Committee of the Onondaga County Bar Association. He is also the Director of the O.C.B.A.'s Volunteer Advocate Lawyer in Animal Abuse Court (V.A.L.A.C.) Program. In 2014, Nick served as the President of the Onondaga County Bar Association.. In December, 2016, Nick received the American Red Cross of Central New York's "Real Heroes Award" for his work with the V.A.L.A.C. Program.. Nick’s community activities include serving as President of The Friends of Schiller Park and serves on the Board of Directors of the Central New York Animal Abuse Task Force and P.E.A.C.E., Inc., He has served as Chairperson of The Columbus Day Parade Through Little Italy, and has coached soccer at the Eastwood Soccer League, and basketball at Our Lady of Pompei School, in Syracuse. Nick has also served as the host of the radio show “Music D’Italia.”. Nick is the proud father of his daughter Elizabeth, a Senior at Oswego State University, son Joe, an engineer for SONY in Troy, Michigan and three rescue Pit Bulls, Domino, Tyra and Aphrodite.

Kenneth Christopher, is a founder and managing partner of the the Christopher & McQuillan law firm. He is an aggressive and experienced attorney who is both at ease and competent in the courtroom. Mr. Christopher is a skilled and successful litigator who has represented persons accused of many different levels of criminal conduct, including earning a Not Guilty verdict in a Murder in the First Degree Trial. Mr. Christopher has also represented both plaintiffs and defendant's in many types of civil legal proceedings. He believes in keeping his clients informed and involved in all aspects of their individual cases. Mr. Christopher received his Juris Doctorate Degree and graduated Cum Laude from the Syracuse University College of Law.While attending Syracuse Law School Mr. Christopher was an active member of the Moot Court Honor Society and National Trial Teams representing the College of Law in Mock Trial Competitions all over the United States. He was an arguing advocate at the National Civil Trial Competition in Los Angeles, CA, and the National Trial Competition in New York City. Mr. Christopher was recognized for his abilities and honored by being inducted into the prestigious Order of the Barristers, an organization whose heritage is based on excellence in trial and client advocacy. He academically distinguished himself with Dean's List Honors and additional Honors for exceptional achievement in Trial Practice, and Constitutional Law.Mr. Christopher completed his undergraduate degree and graduated Cum Laude from Le Moyne College, in Syracuse, New York with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He academically distinguished himself with Dean's List Honors and multiple academic scholarships.Mr. Christopher is a member in good standing of the New York Bar Association, and a board member on for the Onondaga County Bar Foundation. Mr. Christopher believes that building a relationship with his clients is imperative to properly advocate for their needs. Regardless of whether the case is a simple traffic matter or a serious criminal charge, a simple fender bender or a traumatic personal injury case, he is dedicated to providing a competent, diligent and consistent representation for his clients. Mr. Christopher is licensed to practice law in the State of New York and was recently admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York.Mr. Christopher was formerly a frequent guest lecturer at the Syracuse University College of Law on practical tips for representing clients charged with vehicle and traffic violations and DWI/DWAI.

I listen.  I call you back and make every effort to do so the same day.. Reliability and responsiveness are the tenets of my law practice.  If you’ve ever hired a lawyer, how many times did you find yourself waiting by the phone for that lawyer to call you back with an answer to a seemingly simple question?  A failure to communicate is too often associated with today’s legal profession.. Not in my office.. I am reliable and responsive because I understand why you hired me.  You need an advocate who will guide you through what might be one of the most difficult and agonizing experiences of your life.  You’re not just a “client file” here.  I’m passionate about helping my clients through the legal process.  Achieving a positive outcome in your case is my priority.. I achieve results because I’m disciplined.  The military forged self-discipline into my character.  I served nine years and two combat tours as an active duty US Army officer.  Then I joined the Reserves and settled down in Syracuse to be near family.. You should know that about me, too.  Family is important and my law office puts families and people first.. In the Army, I was a prosecutor and spent years in the courtroom honing my advocacy skills.  I advised commanders and leaders in combat on the legal parameters of warfare.  I defended Soldiers accused of serious criminal offenses on appeal.  Here in Syracuse, I put the same level of commitment into my law practice.  I look forward to working for you. I am also a Partner of The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, which is specialized in defending clients who have been accused of traffic infractions, from simple traffic tickets to DWI or Reckless Driving.. Reliable. Responsive. Results.  Call me today and I’ll prove it.

Jordan R. McQuillan is a founder and partner of the law firm Christopher & McQuillan, LLP.  He is a skilled and successful litigator having handled matters involving various levels of criminal conduct, personal injury, wrongful death, premises and products liability, and medical malpractice. He has jury trial experience as both lead attorney and second chair.. Mr. McQuillan is admitted to practice before all New York State courts. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Onondaga County Bar Association, New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers and the New York Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Previously, Mr. McQuillan worked as an associate attorney at a small Syracuse law firm specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury. He is a graduate of Bowdoin College, where he majored in History and minored in Government and Legal Studies. While at Bowdoin, he was a member of the varsity soccer team. Mr. McQuillan is a graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law where he was a member of the National Trial Team that competed at the National Trial Competition in New York City. He continues to assist/evaluate the Syracuse University College of Law Trial Teams.

Michael is the only board certified criminal trial lawyer in New York State. Each lawyer certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
must undergo an extensive and rigorous screening of his or her credentials.  The screening process consists of an assessment
of their experience, judicial and peer references as well as an exam.. In addition to being New York State's only board certified criminal lawyer, Michael was selected as a "Super Lawyer" in 2011.  Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a rigorous multiphase process.  Peer nominations and evaluations are combined with third party research.  Usually only 5% of lawyers in a geographical area are selected as Super Lawyers.. Michael was an Assistant District Attorney with the Onondaga County District Attorney's Office from 1998 to 2008.  He was eventually promoted to Chief Assistant District Attorney in charge of the Homicide Bureau.

I am a founding partner of Carden Dotzler, PLLC and head the Criminal Defense Practice Group. I concentrate my practice on criminal defense, DWI defense and traffic defense, along with a specialized focus in defending clients who are charged with serious felony offenses. I regularly represent clients who are charged with criminal, DWI and traffic offenses in Onondaga County Court, Syracuse City Court, and other courts throughout Central New York and New York State. I also am the lead attorney for The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, which specializes in defending clients who have been accused of traffic infractions, whether that be simple tickets for not wearing seat belts, or more serious offenses like DWI and Reckless Driving.Before entering private practice, I served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office for seven years. There, I successfully prosecuted hundreds of felony-level white collar crimes in the Economic Fraud and Financial Crimes Bureau, including embezzlement, forgery, identity theft, tax evasion, counterfeiting and welfare fraud crimes. I also handled a variety of misdemeanor and traffic-related offenses, including the prosecution of larcenies and drug offenses. At the District Attorney’s Office, I gained valuable trial experience and spent countless hours in the courtroom, working closely with local law enforcement, fellow prosecutors and forensic experts.I earned my Law Degree (J.D.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the State University of New York at Buffalo. My knowledge, training and litigation experience gives me the unique ability to zealously represent and counsel my clients in a wide array of criminal defense matters.Direct Dial:Fax:Email: Website:

I dedicated my life to practicing, studying, teaching, and protecting the Law. I deeply care about every client of the office and pride myself on being truthful with my clients, so they can be empowered to make intelligent choices about their lives.  With each client, no matter how big the case, I pride myself on understanding and reaching my clients to best accomplish their goals and needs.  I am an aggressive advocate, continuously remaining current and improving my knowledge of the law, so that I can zealously protect the rights of my clients with confidence.