NYC Criminal Defense Attorney — Former Brooklyn Prosecutor
If you or someone you love has been arrested or charged with a crime in New York City, the decisions you make in the next 24 to 72 hours will shape everything that follows. You need a lawyer who understands the system from the inside — not just the defense side, but the prosecution side. That is exactly what I bring to every case.
As a former prosecutor at the Brooklyn District Attorney's office, I know how the government builds its cases. I know how they evaluate evidence, how they decide whether to offer a plea, and how they prepare for trial. I use that knowledge every single day in court.
What I Handle
Felonies — From assault and robbery to homicide. If you are facing felony charges in New York, your freedom, your record, and your future are at stake. You need a trial attorney, not a plea machine.
Misdemeanors — Don't be fooled by the word "misdemeanor." A conviction can cost you your job, your housing, your professional license, and your immigration status. I take every charge seriously because the consequences are serious.
Drug Crimes — Possession, sale, trafficking. State and federal. From a marijuana charge to a federal distribution conspiracy, I know the drug crime landscape in New York intimately.
Assault and Weapons — These charges carry serious collateral consequences. I have obtained acquittals and dismissals on charges that looked impossible to beat.
Federal Criminal Defense — Admitted to SDNY and EDNY. Federal cases require a different skill set and a different level of preparation. I have it.
Desk Appearance Tickets (DATs) — A DAT feels minor. It isn't. Handled wrong, it becomes a conviction on your record. Handled right, it often goes away entirely.
30.30 Speedy Trial Motions — New York's CPL §30.30 is one of the most powerful tools in criminal defense, and most attorneys don't track it closely enough. I track every case's speedy trial clock from day one. If the prosecution misses their deadline, I move to dismiss.
What to Do Right Now
Do not speak to the police. Nothing you say will help you. Everything you say can and will be used against you. The only words you need: "I want an attorney."
Call me immediately. (646) 450-9354
Write down everything you remember about the arrest — what was said, what was done, in what order — while it is fresh.
Document any injuries. If the police used force, photograph every mark and seek medical attention immediately. This matters for both your criminal defense and any potential civil rights claim.
If You Were Also Mistreated by Police
Many people who are charged with a crime are also victims of police misconduct — excessive force, an unlawful search, a fabricated arrest report. These are two separate legal problems, and I handle both.
A dismissal of your criminal charges can significantly strengthen a civil rights claim against the NYPD. I will be tracking both from day one.
I offer free consultations. If you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with any crime in New York or New Jersey, call me now at (646) 450-9354 or use the contact form below. Don't wait — the clock starts immediately.