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During his time at Niagara University, Nicholas was a member of the Pre Law Association and the College Republicans.. While attending the University of Dayton, Nicholas was a member of the International Law Association, Intellectual Property Law Association as well as the Federalist Society.After passing the New York State Bar Exam. in 2014 Nicholas was admitted to the practice of law in New York State in 2015, at which time he opened his own solo practice located in the City of North Tonawanda.

Henry Fonda, playing young Abe Lincoln, inspired me. I'm still inspired after all these years. While the business side of a law office is similar to running any business, there is nothing better than vindicating a client's rights in court. That always remains special.. It is important to go over a client's case thoroughly. The facts are everything. Then in-depth research is vital to match a client's factual version to legal theories and standards which will hold up in court. If a civil case, then having a settlement position is vital. A good compromise can sometimes bring better closure than years of litigation. But if the other side does not wish to settle, then we know we will be putting our dispute before the judge or jury. I believe strongly in the ultimate fairness and good common sense of our jurors.. If criminal defense, then all of the above precepts apply and more. No one needs more protection than the unpopular, the disadvantaged, the wrongly accused. We do not judge our clients, we leave that to the judge or jury. But every client, no matter the facts, deserves a vigorous defense. It is the bedrock principle of our Constitution, and the liberties we all enjoy.. There are no guarantees regarding results in the courtroom. Like life, outcomes vary. The only guarantee we make here is to give your matter our full attention and to serve your needs to the best of our ability.

Born and raised in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of upstate New York, I have grown up in a small town where everyone knows everyone else. The small town has also taught me that a reputation takes a lifetime to build and can be lost in no time. Honesty and integrity are of utmost importance to me - confidentiality of my clients' secrets, building of trust between client and me, as well as the hope that I will make lifelong clients and friends starting with just a single phone call or email.

I am a criminal defense lawyer by trade, having honed my skills as an assistant district attorney in the nation's third largest county at the beginning of my career. Currently, I represent clients in both federal and state courts in New York, on serious criminal matters.. If you have been arrested for any criminal offense, such as a DWI, guns, drug charges, assault, terrorism charges, or sex crimes, contact an attorney who is skilled and experienced in complex cases. If you are currently being investigated by the government on any criminal matter, call us at once.. I also can help if you have been issued a DAT (desk appearance ticket), which is considered an arrest, and still presents potentially serious repercussions if you are convicted. For a serious offense, you need a serious attorney who will listen to you and be available when you need them.. My philiosophy is simple: I do not believe in telling a client what he or she wants to hear merely to get them to hire me, but rather, I tell them what they need to know. Often times, those two are not aligned with one another, but in the end you need to hear straight talk from your lawyer. Any attorney can sell you a bill of goods over the phone just to get you to hire them. I do not handle my practice in that manner. I handle every case as if it was my own case, or that of someone very close to me.. I put the necessary time in each case to ensure I know that case better than the prosecutor knows the case. I will conduct my own investigation by speaking with witnesses, going to the crime scene, and pulling the case law that will be helpful in your case. This is critical to a good outcome in your case.. Most cases are resolved without a jury trial, while others have no other option but to go to trial. Whatever the issue may be with your case, I will advise you as to which path is the best course of action for you.. While many attorneys may boast that all they do is go to trial on each and every case, the truth is that going to trial on every case would be malpractice, in essence. Not every case needs to go to trial, or would benefit the client from going to trial. In many cases I am able to get the charges dismissed, and my client has his/her life restored. Some cases are best worked out with a reduction in charges to a lesser offense, and some cases are worked out in a plea bargain. Those that don't fit those situations are typically set for trial.. I have tried more than 75 serious criminal cases to a jury, with a very good track record in trial.. As the managing partner of Greco Neyland, PC, I oversee the east coast office, representing clients in all 5 boroughts of New York, as well as Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties.. I am a father of 2 children, so I know how parents think when they come to my office to seek counsel for their child who may find themselves in the crosshairs of the prosecuting branch of law enforcement.. I believe no person should be denied quality representation merely because they cannot afford a better lawyer. Whatever amount of money you spend on a lawyer is "good, hard earned money.". Every case is different from the next one, and therefore no two fees are alike. We have reasonable rates and we accept all major credit cards, in addition to Venmo, Zelle, and CashApp. Additionally, we offer flexible payment plans to clients in order to help our clients get the legal representation they need, and still be able to meet their monthly financial obligations.. Call us today so we can get started on your case. Do not wait until it is too late.

Unlike many other attorneys at the law firm of Tilem & Associates we want to win your case because we love to win and hate to lose.  We offer clients personal attention and have the skills and experience to make a difference in the outcome of your case.  We offer free consultations so if you have a legal question or case give us a call.

I am the managing member of a boutique litigation firm.  As the managing member I have litigated cases in many different forums, including the federal courts.  Being a former prosecutor has allowed me to use my skill set not only in Criminal Law but in the areas of Divorce and Family Law.  I have litigated cases which have been published in the New York Law Journal in the areas of Family Law, and many of my cases have been reported on in the media.  The clients at our firm range from corporations to individuals facing life in prison.  This firm has litigated controversial custody cases and complex divorces.  We have been successful achieving acquittals at trial, getting cases outright dismissed, achieving favorable settlements, and negotiating favorable agreements.. While our firm is a full litigation based firm, I mostly concentrate in Divorce and Criminal Law.  We have a team of twenty two (22) dedicated lawyers.  We have tried high conflict financial trials and custody trials to successful resolution.  We have litigated case in the Appellate Division and achieved reversals of lower court decisions.  I am a member of the National College of DWI Defense.  If you visit our website at you will gain insight into our firm and me.  The mission of our firm is to work endlessly for results.  We recognize that we are a result based industry, and we do everything we can for our clients including answering calls at all hours.  We strive to have our clients' questions answered immediately without delay.. This firm looks forward to the prospect of a trial, and we are proud of our reputation amongst the bar and bench for the trial ability of our dedicated lawyers. Nonethless, our firm takes a cost conscious approach with an eye on achieving the desired result, which often times can be achieved without a trial.

Mayo Bartlett is the Principal Attorney at the Law Offices of Mayo Bartlett, PLLC and  he was a partner at the law firm of Young & Bartlett, LLP, a litigation law firm which focused on Plaintiff’s Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, and Civil Rights matters.  He worked for the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office for more than ten years, and served as a litigator in the Superior Court Trial Division prior to his appointment as the Chief of the Bias Crimes Unit.  Mr. Bartlett has provided hate crime training for the law enforcement community and he works with community organizations and schools to ensure that hate crimes are properly identified, reported, and investigated.. Mr. Bartlett is a co-founder of SAFE PASSAGE, a youth law forum that brings issues of law and policy to the classroom, and he speaks regularly on the topics of human rights and non-violent conflict resolution.  Mr. Bartlett served on the Advisory Board of the Westchester Holocaust Education Center, assisting the Center in the development of an alternative educational sentencing program for young people who are believed to have been involved in non-violent hate crimes in Westchester, New York and adjoining counties.. Mr. Bartlett has served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Pace Law School, where he taught Moot Court and lectured on Ethics.  He was an active member of the New York State Hate Crimes Coalition, an organization that played a pivotal role in the passage of the Hate Crime Act of 2000, the first comprehensive hate crime legislation in New York State.  Mr. Bartlett is a past Vice President of the Westchester County Bar Association, where he served as Co-chair of both the Criminal Justice Section and the Membership Committee, is a member of the Judiciary Committee, and a past delegate to the New York State Bar Association.  He served as a Director of the Westchester County Black Bar Association, and is a past Chair of the Westchester County Human Rights Commission.  He is a convener of We Are Westchester, a coalition of not-for-profit organizations that focuses on social justice.. Mr.Bartlett is a Director of the Legal Aid Society of Westchester County, a Trustee of the Music Conservatory of Westchester, a past Director of (Congregations Linked in Urban Strategy to Effect Renewal),  a Director Emeritus of the New York Civil Liberties Union, and he is a member of the African American Men of Westchester.. Mr. Bartlett is the author of A Day at the Museum, and he frequently spends time working to strengthen communities.

Mr. Portale is known as a pit bull in the courtroom and at the negotiting table and he has the results to prove it.. While attending the University of Buffalo Mr. Portale majored in Interdisciplinary Studies, Classics and Philosophy of Law, and graduated with Honors. Throughout undergraduate studies, Mr. Portale played football, basketball and rugby. After receiving his Juris Doctor,, Mr. Portale moved to Westchester County, New York where he studied for the New York Bar Exam while he co-managed the re-election campaign of then Westchester County Attorney Jeanine Pirro. That year, Ms. Pirro received a greater percentage of votes than any candidate in Westchester County history.. In January 1998, Mr. Portale was hired as an Assistant District Attorney at The Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. During his almost five year tenure he was promoted through the ranks as follows: starting in the Motions and Appeals Unit, the Grand Jury Bureau, the Investigations Division and finally the Gangs Unit of the Investigations Bureau. Mr. Portale Left the DA’s Office and joined one of the most successful Plaintiff’s Medical Malpractice Firms in the nation – Duffy, Duffy & Burdo where he further honed his trial and litigation skills.. In addition to being appointed to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, Richard had also received the 2019 Litigator of the Year award from the American Institute of Trial Lawyers. Longing to return to his true passion criminal law, Mr. Portale pursued his dream and established his own practice in Westchester County, with a concentration in criminal matters. In May of 2009, Mr. Portale joined the firm of Pappalardo & Pappalardo as a partner.  In January, 2012, Richard was named Senior Criminal Defense at the law firm of Gaines, Novick, Ponzini, Cossu & Venditti, LLP.  In May, 2014, Mr. Portale resurrected the Law Offices of Richard A. Portale, and has become one of the busiest criminal practices in the tri-state area.  Mr. Portale has tried over a hundred cases to verdict - with a success rate that is second to none. He is admitted to the Bar of New York State, the United States Federal District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.. Professional & Bar Association Memberships:. New York State Bar Association (Criminal Law Section). Westchester County Bar Association. NYS Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. NY State Trial Lawyers Association. Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Columbian Lawyers Association. Other Interests: Following a 10 year career playing International Rugby League for the Unites States - Mr. Portale now and has for the past 5 years, served as Legal Counsel to the American National Rugby League. In addition, Mr. Portale and his business partner Danny Bull founded the Connecticut Wildcats - their very own Rugby Tteam (). The Wildcats have won 3 National Championships in their short five years of existence. Mr. Portale is also an avid Snowboarder - he enjoys dropping off cliffs and other risky maneuvers and is just learning to play the guitar. Please like him on Facebook, Follow on Twitter, and read his Blog: The Hanover County Courthouse.

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 against them and their parental rights are given much less weight than the mothers of their children. As such, Ms. Brown focuses a lot of her practice in the area of family law to combat these issues, in order to protect the rights of fathers who genuinely want to be a part of their children’s lives.. Born on the beautiful island of Jamaica, Ms. Brown is a New York transplant, having resided here for over 20 years. A University of Albany alum, she graduated from the Charleston School of Law in 2012. While in law school, Ms. Brown achieved recognition on the Dean’s List, as well as Cali Awards for receiving the highest marks her subjects. She was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and Juris One Sports & Entertainment Law Society. Ms. Brown recalls her experience of studying Public International Law at Oxford’s Magdalen College as one of her most memorable during her law school studies.. Ms. Brown first started a career in public service by interning with the New York State Assembly while an undergrad at the University at Albany. Thereafter, she went on to work as Special Assistant to former Assemblyman (now Senator), Jeffrey Klein. Further solidifying her commitment public service, Ms. Brown worked for Pro Bono Legal Service in Charleston, South Carolina where she provided assistance to low-income clients with legal matters involving landlord-tenant issues, custody and visitation, and uncontested divorces. Immediately prior to joining our firm, Ms. Brown worked as Judicial Intern to the Hon. Sallie Manzanet-Daniels in the Appellate Division, First Department, wherein she was tasked with reviewing cases on appeal, checking citations to ensure the accuracy of arguments, and conducting research for use in the judge’s decisions.. Despite her move to private practice, Ms. Brown maintains a very strong commitment to giving back to the community which she tributes for making her who she is. To that end, she participates in the Big Brother Big Sister program; where she volunteers here time to mentor children who are often from low-income inner city homes, and in need of positive influences in their lives. Ms. Brown’s belief that children are the future of tomorrow, fuels her commitment to ensuring that they are provided with the necessary tools to ensure that they become productive members of the society.. Ms. Brown enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks with her dog Myles, traveling to exotic locations, and the occasional motorcycle ride.

Darren DeUrso has been in practice for 30 years, including years as an Assistant District Attorney for Westchester County and in the private practice he opened in 1990. Well known in the White Plains community, he regularly receives referrals through satisfied clients.. Darren has earned the respect of his colleagues in the legal community, evidenced by his BV® Peer Review Rating™ by Martindale-Hubbell®, an honor given to a fraction of America’s lawyers.. Darren’s philosophy is simply stated: “I am able to effectively represent my clients because I truly care. I believe that everyone in our justice system deserves competent representation, and in an emotionally charged atmosphere of the family/matrimonial court, it is important to have a representative who is looking out for the client’s best interest.”

Our law firm, while traditional in service and style, cuts out excessive overhead that is usually associated with  law firms by the smart use of technology and experience, thereby allowing us to offer the same service one expects from a law firm at lower costs to our clients.. We provide the expertise and experience found at large firms, with the personalized, attentive service found in a small-firm setting.  We can provide an alternative fee structure that can work for you the client in today’s economy.. Although we offer all our clients hourly billing arrangements, we are committed to being paid by the value of work we deliver through alternative fee structures, including:

Michael spent over 24 years in the Westchester County District Attorney's Office.  During his time there he tried over 45 felony trials to verdict.  Michael also supervised 3 separate geographical areas of Westchester County for the DA's Office, gaining valuable knowledge and relationships with judges, court clerks and law enforcement personnel which he can now use to his client's benefit.  Michael was also the DWI Coordinator for the District Attorney's Office for 12 years making him responsible for training and keeping all Assistant District Attorneys and law enforcement personnel current on the latest DWI laws and procedures of the State of New York.  Let Michael's vast experience in the area of Criminal Law, as well as his tireless work ethic, guide you now when you need it the most.

I am a diligent attorney interested in creating solutions to your legal needs, and providing advisory services, especially to small businesses, to mitigate any legal dilemmas in the future.  Carrying a high degree of ethics and responsibility towards my clients wishes and desired outcomes, I pride myself of communicating effectively with my clients and explaining to them various outcomes, and advising them to make informed decisions.

When you hire me, you will be getting an experienced New York City criminal defense trial lawyer, who cares about you, and who will always treat you with dignity and respect. I am dedicated to serving clients in the Bronx and the surrounding areas and always strive to give my clients the best legal representation I can offer.. I was born and raised in the Bronx and have dedicated my entire professional career of 24 years to defending people accused of crimes.. In that time, I have handled thousands of criminal cases from murder charges to traffic tickets. If it means sticking up for your rights by aggressively confronting a prosecutor, a cop, a witness, or even a judge in a courtroom, I have done that. If it takes quiet negotiation to resolve your case favorably, I have done that, too. Whatever the unique facts your situation calls for, you and I are partners with the same goal: to help you through this difficult time as quickly and as painlessly as possible so you can get back to your life with your family, your job, and your community.. I will always have time to promptly respond to your phone calls, to sit down with you in the privacy of my office or in a private conference room at court, to listen to you, and to answer your questions in terms you can understand. I love to discuss problems, to teach, and to explain; to connect, to communicate, and to advocate. That's one reason I knew I wanted to be a trial lawyer. But I also take great pride in being a good listener. It's a lot harder to listen than to talk.. Many lawyers are good talkers, and talking is certainly important. But I've learned over the years that a really good lawyer also knows how to listen: to witnesses testifying in trials, to prosecutors and judges, and most importantly, to clients.. Listening takes time. Listening takes patience. Listening takes practice. I will always take the time to really listen to you, to be there for you when you need me, to promptly return your calls, answer your questions, and carefully explain your options in terms you can understand.

Michael is a graduate of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice of the City University of New York and the Pace University School of Law. Mr. Duffy is admitted to the Bar in the states of New York and Connecticut, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and the Supreme Court of the United States of America.. Mr. Duffy is a former police officer for the City of White Plains, where he served in the Patrol and Detective Divisions, and is the recipient of 33 awards for excellent police work.. As the former Chief Investigator, for the Westchester County District Attorney’s office under Hon. Jeanine F. Pirro, he headed a squad of 38 investigators and was in charge of organized crime, financial crime, public integrity, and Internet sex crime investigations, among others. He was also in charge of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) unit for Westchester County. HIDTA is a federal program administered by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. Mr. Duffy also ran the Westchester District Attorney’s Narcotic Initiative that conducted all major narcotics investigations county-wide.. As an attorney, Mr. Duffy primarily practices criminal defense law. He is an aggressive advocate for his clients, having defended successfully thousands of cases, true to the PortaleRandazzo form. In his last seven trials, not one client was convicted of a crime. While he handles all aspects of criminal defense, he concentrates on DWI/DUI matters. He has also successfully represented clients who have regained their New York State pistol permits that had been revoked by the courts. Mr. Duffy has successfully argued before the New York State Court of Appeals, New York State’s highest court.. Mr. Duffy has served as a board member for Operation Safe Streets, an entity of the United States Department of Justice, and as an Administrative Law Judge for the County of Westchester.. He is a pro bono Arbitrator for the City Court of White Plains, and is an active member of the New York State, Westchester County, and White Plains Bar associations. Mr. Duffy previously served as an adjunct professor for Monroe College and is a weekly on-air contributor for Westchester radio station WVOX 1460 AM where he provides commentary regarding current legal and law enforcement issues. Mr. Duffy also serves as a moot court judge for the Elizabeth Haub School of Law of Pace University.

I bring everything I know about litigation into whatever situation arises so that I can be the most effective advocate for my client. Whether it is criminal defense or defending a debtor in bankruptcy, I fight for every possible good result for my clients.

The Law Office of Samuel S. Coe is focused on the areas of criminal defense, family law, real estate, estate planning and intellectual property in Rockland County, Westchester County, Orange County and throughout New York. The firm operates on the principles of honesty, integrity, ingenuity, vigilance and compassion. Whether you are charged with a crime, going through a custody battle, buying a home, or protecting your estate, The Law Office of Samuel S. Coe will provide you with thoughtful, intelligent and effective advocacy and representation.. Mr. Coe has received several awards including the Edward Byrne Memorial Prize for “excellence in the field of Criminal Procedure and…exemplif[ying] high moral character and personal integrity.” Before establishing the firm, Mr. Coe graduated from Cornell University and cum laude from Brooklyn Law School, and began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office, where he received superlative training and gained incomparable experience at the most prestigious and distinguished prosecutor’s office in the country. In addition to his work at the firm, Mr. Coe is Of Counsel to the law firm Fellows Hymowitz, P.C.

I pride myself on treating every client like they were a member of my own family. I provide dilligent and tenancious representation and am very passionate and protective of my clients. When you need an Attorney, I know that your case is one of the most important things going on in your life. I handle every case  with an enourmous amount of care and compassion. I know when to be aggressive with my opponents and when to tread lightly, experience dictates that each case and each client is unique and there is no such thing as one size fits all. One thing I personally guarantee each and every client is 150% effort on my part. I know that being selected as your Attorney is a privilege which is never to be taken lightly.. As for my background outside the practice of law, I am a retired Sergeant from the NYPD having served 20 years. I am an avid motorcycle and car enthusiast, I moonlight as a Bass Player in a band called FDR Drive (top 40 dance hits) and  have been married to my sweetheart for the last 25 years and we have two great children in College.