Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in BUFFALO | 28 available

28 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in BUFFALO, New York, including Alan Bozer, Andrew Fiske, Anthony Lana, and Barry Covert. These lawyers are rated between 4.1/5 to 4.5/5 and 56% provide free consultation.

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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Alan Bozer

Firm: Phillips Lytle LLP
One Canalside , Buffalo , New York 14203
Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , Securities , Litigation
Mr. Bozer co-chairs the firm’s White Collar Criminal Defense & Government Investigations Practice Team. He is active in trying criminal and civil cases, and handles appellate and arbitration work as well.. Phillips Lytle LLP is a full-service law firm with passionate people who are guided by a pragmatic process. We take great pride working on complex litigation and transactional matters in each of our 36 practice areas, which include Banking & Financial Services, Business and Commercial Litigation, Corporate, Energy, Environment and Telecommunications. Our offices are located in Albany, Buffalo, Chautauqua, Garden City, New York and Rochester, NY, as well as Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.. View my Page at
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Harvey Siegel

Firm: Law Office of Harvey F. Siegel
88 W Utica St , Buffalo , New York 14209
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Civil , Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Housing , Real Estate , Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense
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“created, represented me fairly and worked with the courts passionately to come to a resolution that”
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“I endorse Harvey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lawrence Desiderio

Firm: Lawrence J. Desiderio, Esq.
69 Delaware Aveenue , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
"Serious criminal defense for those charged with serious criminal offenses."  Experienced in State and Federal Criminal Matters.  Personalized aggressive legal representation.
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“Best lawyer I've ever met he's just simply the best for criminal and family known for many years and”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Lana Tupchik

Firm: Tupchik Legal Group, PLLC
Main Place Tower , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Tupchik Legal Group, PLLC provides hollistic approach to your legal needs in all areas of domestic relations and criminal defense.
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“eable and strong . I was once told that I had the cream of the crop representing me. (And that she i”
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“I have known Attorney Tupchik for over ten years. She is tenacious and unafraid. I have had cases against her and cases with clients on the same side as her clients. She is always …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joseph Turner

Firm: The Cornell Mansion Law Offices
484 Delaware Ave. , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“lly felt like I had trust in my attorney! He has equal parts fight, respect, and quick wit, which re”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have had many cases in courts where Joseph Turner practices and have observed his vast knowledge and breadth of NY penal and criminal procedure law in prac…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joseph LaTona

Firm: Joseph M. LaTona, Esq.
403 Main Street , Buffalo , New York 14203
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
A graduate of Rutgers College (B.A. 1971) and Creighton University Law School (J.D. 1974), Mr. LaTona is admitted to practice in numerous courts, including New York State (1975); the United States District Court for the Western District of New York (1975), the Eastern District of New York (1986), the Northern District of New York (2001); the Southern District of New York (2003), the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (1976), the Seventh Circuit (1985); the Federal Circuit (1986); the United States Supreme Court (1979); the United States Tax Court (1983).. Mr. LaTona's list of notable cases includes some of Western New York's most highly publicized and most compelling cases involving allegations of fraud, conspiracy, murder and criminally negligent homicide. Mr. LaTona's practice has always included involvement in complex white collar and electronic surveillance investigations and prosecutions.. Mr. LaTona is a member of the New York State Bar Association ("N.Y.S.B.A."), the Erie County Bar Association ("E.C.B.A."), the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has lectured numerous times for the N.Y.S.B.A. and the E.C.B.A. Mr. LaTona has achieved Martindale-Hubbell's highest AV rating. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh and Smith, Woodward-White in each edition since 1987. In 2014, Mr. LaTona was voted Best Lawyer's Lawyer of the Year in White Collar Criminal Defense in Buffalo, NY. Mr. LaTona was selected for the 2008 New York Super Lawyers - Upstate Edition. He was the subject of a feature article in the September 2008 New York Super Lawyers - Upstate Edition magazine. Mr. LaTona was selected for the “Legal Elite of Western New York 2014”, “Buffalo Business First” and the “Buffalo Law Journal.”  He has been listed among the Top 50 Upstate Super Lawyers from 2008 - 2014.
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“with the district of attorney of Alleghany County he was able to get all the charges dismissed. He”
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Joseph Jarzembek

1066 Englewood Ave , Buffalo , New York 14223
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I have been a practicing attorney for over 29 years after graduating from The University of Buffalo Law School in 1986. I concentrate on DWI defense,, misdemeanors, and  traffic ticket cases. I have been admitted to FederakDistrict Court and I handle SSI and Bankruptcy cases.  I also represnt victims of car accident cases and draft wills. I may be reached anytime at. My legal fees are reaonable and  I am highly experienced.. Call me anytime at 716 824 -8700
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“I endorse this lawyer. Joe and I have known each other for roughly two decades. He is of impeccable character and someone I would want in my corner if I ever needed a knowledgeable…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joseph Demarie

Firm: De Marie & Schoenborn PC
800 Convention Tower , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

James Auricchio

Firm: James Quinn Auricchio, Esq.
484 Delaware Ave. , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
James “Jamie” Quinn Auricchio is a criminal defense attorney with 20 years of experience in Local, State and Federal Courts. A former State and Federal Prosecutor, he has served on the Faculty of the University at Buffalo Medical School and as an instructor with the New York Prosecutor Training Institute, the Municipal Police Academy for Erie County and the University at Buffalo Trial Team program.. He formerly served as a director for the Erie County Bar Foundation and as committee chair for the Bar Associations Criminal Law Committee.. He has presented lectures on criminal procedure law and client relations for the Erie Institute of Law and the Aid to Indigent Prisoners Society.. After graduating from the Law School at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2000, James served as an Assistant District Attorney in Monroe County and then Erie County in New York. He was then appointed as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and Assistant U.S Attorney in the Western District of New York. He founded his private practice, James Quinn Auricchio, Esq., in 2009.. He won his division in the 2017 Key West Olympic Triathlon and the 2017 Cooperstown Sprint Triathlon.  He was named to the all conference team for swimming in College and Highschool and briefly held school records at both levels.  He remains an avid skier.. He is a father of two beautiful children.
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“with my parents. Very satisfied and highly recommend.”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Frank Ieraci

Firm: Frank S. Ieraci, Attorney at Law
2140 Eggert Road , Buffalo , New York 14226
Practice Areas: Adoption, Automobile Accidents, Bankruptcy, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Violence, DUI/DWI, Family , Housing , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Slip and Fall, Trusts, Wills, Family
A graduate of Cornell University and the University at Buffalo Law School, I have been representing people with common legal problems since 1988.  I realize that every case is the most important case for the people involved, so I handle each case personally.  My goal is generally to get a fair resolution of the case for my client with a minimum of stress and expense.
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“ke of the pandemic I was a bit anxious at not knowing what I needed to do, what documents would I ne”
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“Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Frank has been handling a family court matter for me for a number of months now. He is highly experienced, has a very strong, clearly respected reputation with every court official…”
— Nicole Fronczak

Andrew Fiske

Firm: Chelus Herdzik Speyer & Monte, P.C.
Main Court Building , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I'm a graduate of SUNY at Buffalo Law School and an experienced defense attorney practicing in Buffalo, New York.  I am admitted to practice law in all the Courts of the State of New York and I routinely handle traffic infractions, marijuana offenses, violations, DWIs, misdemeanors, felonies, and appeals.. When I'm not in court or diligently working for my clients, I enjoy running, hiking, mountain climbing, skiing, playing hockey and soccer, watching Amerks, Sabres, & Bills games, and spending time my family.
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“I have known Andy for years, and he is great -- smart, hardworking, and invested in obtaining the best possible results for his clients. I am pleased to endorse him.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Francis Amendola

Firm: Francis C. Amendola
403 Main St Ste 705 , Buffalo , New York 14203
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I've used Fran for a few years now & he's always went to bat for me... Easy to reach, no BS... Good”
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“Having known and worked with Fran for years at the University at Buffalo, I am happy to endorse his criminal defense practice. He is a highly knowledgeable and competent practition…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Dominic Saraceno

Firm: Law Offices of Dominic Saraceno
534 Delaware Avenue , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Mr. Saraceno has handled many of the most high profile cases in Western New York over the last two decades, winning homicide trials, rape trials, kidnapping trials, assault trials, larceny trials and DWI/DUI trials. Mr. Saraceno has often appeared on national news networks like CNN, Fox News and the NBC Nightly News. Additionally, Mr. Saraceno has been featured on local television networks, the Buffalo News, and the Niagara Gazette defending his clients in high profile criminal defense cases.. Whether you are charged with a DWI/DUI or a violent felony matter, Mr. Saraceno's aggressive defense strategies will ensure you get the best results possible (with reasonable rates and flexible payment plans/options).. Mr. Saraceno takes pride in the fact that he is always available to answer his clients questions and treats every case (no matter how big or small) as if it is the only case he is handling. Mr. Saraceno will fight to protect your rights!. Dominic Saraceno holds both a law degree from Georgia State University College of Law and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of Buffalo. He has been practicing criminal defense in New York State since 2001. Dominic Saraceno has been a member of the Erie County Bar Association and the New York State Defender’s Association since 2001. Mr. Saraceno is also licensed in the State of Tennessee.
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“Excellent, Stellar, Knowledgeable Professional. Provided exemplary service with successful results w”
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“Dominic is a highly skilled and experienced defense attorney. We represented co-defendants in a felony matter early in my legal career, and I found Dominic to be effective, straigh…”
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“Dominic is top notch! I found him through a list of attorney’s in the Buffalo area. Being a distance away, I was somewhat apprehensive to work with just anyone. Dominic returned my…”
— Laura L
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Denis Kitchen

Firm: Law Offices of Denis A. Kitchen
8899 Main St , Buffalo , New York 14221
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Family , Personal Injury, Probate , Real Estate , Wills, Bankruptcy & Debt
As an attorney for over 40 years, I have the experience as well as the expertise to address a variety of legal problems and issues. In my practice, I regularly appear in local, county and state and federal courts, and I have successfully handled appeals to the New York Appellate Division as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals. I would be pleased to speak to you personally about your legal needs.
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“ted by 12/11. Denis did not notify me of this requirement one single time, and I even had a video me”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Very intuitive and easy to talk to”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Daniel Tronolone

Firm: Tronolone & Surgalla PC
298 Main Street , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Mr. Tronolone represented and guided me through a case that took 8 months to come to conclusion. Dan”
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“An experienced and highly skilled lawyer, both in and out of the courtroom, who is a dedicated advocate for his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.6 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Daniel Oliverio

Firm: Hodgson Russ
140 pearl street,suite 100 , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Corporate , Criminal Defense , Intellectual Property , Business
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Daire Irwin

210 Voorhees Ave , Buffalo , New York 14214
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“since we're all the way in Texas and had no idea what to do. We got in touch with Daire who quickly”
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“I endorse this lawyer. HANDS DOWN.., if i were ever in trouble, Daire Brian would be the first person I called. Knowing he would not only answer the phone, but would be there to me…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Barry Covert

Firm: Lipsitz Green Scime Cambria LLP
42 Delaware Avenue , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Constitutional , Criminal Defense , Criminal Defense
Barry N. Covert focuses his practice primarily in the following areas:. Mr. Covert has represented numerous professional clients relating to licensing issues and defended a prominent research scientist against allegations of scientific fraud and misconduct involving several federally funded research projects involving the Office of Research Integrity (ORI). Mr. Covert is currently handling scientific misconduct cases at numerous prominent universities throughout North America.
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“my lifetime and none can compare to Barry. He is not the lawyer that collects your money and makes a”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Barry is one of the top lawyers in the country. He truly operates at the highest level of the profession.”
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“Barry really helped me out when I felt like all was lost. He guided, supported, and informed me of all the necessary things I had to do in order to help my case and make both our j…”
— Jonathan Anguiano

Anthony Lana

Firm: Anthony J. Lana, Esq
484 Delaware Ave , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Anthony J. Lana was born and raised in Buffalo, NY. He graduated from Canisius College in 1989 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. After college, Mr. Lana entered law school and obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Akron in 1992. That same year he took and passed the New York State Bar Exam and relocated back to the Buffalo area. In 1993, Mr. Lana was admitted to practice in NYS and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York.In 1993, Mr Lana began his career as a criminal defense attorney. He has experience working at every level of the criminal justice system ranging from vehicle traffic matters to homicides. This broad exposure has enabled Mr. Lana to gain great knowledge of the criminal law process at all levels. With over 26 years experience, Mr. Lana has formed many valuable friendships with prosecutors, judges, clerks, bailiffs, corrections officers, probation officers and judicial assistants that continue to be of great benefit to his practice . Lana has established a remarkable criminal law practice with a proven track record of success. Among his many professional accomplishments, Mr. Lana has been inducted into the National College for DUI Defense. The NCDD is the only organization in the country accredited to certify lawyers in the DUI Defense Law specialty practice area. Members of NCDD have argued and appeared before the Supreme Court of the United States and have authored and co-authored amicus briefs. Mr. Lana has been selected as a New York State Super Lawyer since 2012. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. Less than 5 percent of the lawyers in New York State are named to Super . Lana resides in Amherst, NY with his wife Kim and their two children. They are parishioners of Christ the King Church in Snyder. Mr. Lana is completely fluent in Italian.Let criminal defense attorney Anthony J. Lana handle your case with diligence, persistence and personal care – where your matter will be kept discreet and confidential.
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Google Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Michael Deal

Firm: Lipsitz, Green, Fahringer, Roll, Salisbury & Cambria LLP
42 Delaware Ave Suite 300 , Buffalo , New York 14202
Practice Areas: Constitutional , Criminal Defense , Criminal Defense
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“the fact that I was a dad of 4 kids and the bread winner in the house.. Mike worked with with the ju”
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