DWI/DUI Defense

In a concerted effort to reduce drunk driving, all states and most local counties have imposed strict laws against driving while intoxicated (DWI). If you are arrested and charged with drunk driving or driving under the influence (DUI), the consequences can be severe; you may lose your driver’s license, pay heavy fines, have your vehicle impounded and even receive a jail sentence. DWI convictions remain on your permanent criminal record and as a result, may interfere with your livelihood, causing you to lose your job or hinder future employment opportunities. With such high stakes, it is crucial that you contact a qualified DWI defense attorney as soon as you are arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Our law firm understands the anxiety and fear one feels after being arrested for drunk driving, and we will diligently represent you to ensure the best possible resolution for your case. We have a thorough understanding of sobriety tests and law enforcement protocol which can be part of an effective and comprehensive defense against the DWI charges you face. During our initial consultation with you, we will determine if there was police error, field sobriety test errors, inaccuracies, failure to follow proper protocol or administrative errors which may prove your innocence or lead to the dismissal of charges by the prosecution.

DWI cases are complex and the laws which govern them vary dramatically depending upon the state or municipality in which the charges are filed. Our attorneys are well versed in all local and state-wide DWI regulations and have experience interacting with police departments, prosecutors and the department of motor vehicles. If you’ve been arrested for DWI or DUI, contact our law firm today to speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys who will fight on your behalf to ensure your DWI arrest does not turn into a conviction.

Verdicts / Settlements

Former NYPD Detective’s high profile criminal corruption case was dismissed during two weeks of trial. Our defense motion to dismiss was granted due to the DA’s misconduct in hiding and destroying evidence.
Client falsely accused of a shooting in Brooklyn. Verdict of not guilty by a jury returned in under ten minutes after a month long trial.
New York City Housing Authority employee injured while on duty when he fell into excavation hole left unattended by construction company, settled in New York County Supreme Court for $200,000.00.
Client accused of murder in Westchester County. Verdict of not guilty by a jury in finding our client acted in self defense.
Public official accused of bribe receiving in Manhattan. Verdict of not guilty by a jury returned in an hour and a half after a five week trial.
Client accused of shooting in Brooklyn. Verdict of not guilty by a jury in finding the prosecution witnesses falsely accused our client.
Public official accused of insurance fraud in Brooklyn. Case dismissed by the Brooklyn DA after our discovery of favorable evidence to our client.
Traffic Enforcement Agent, injured after slip / fall on city sidewalk while on duty, case settled during jury selection in Bronx County Civil Court for $435,000.00.
Public official accused of assault in Westchester County. Verdict of not guilty by a jury returned in an hour after a six week trial.
Brooklyn store owner accused of assaulting a customer. Case dismissed by Brooklyn DA during the trial.
Client accused of a robbery in Brooklyn. Verdict of not guilty by a jury in finding or client was misidentified.
Construction worker injured when he fell 20 feet off scaffolding, sustaining severe neck and back injuries, case settled during jury selection in Bronx Supreme Court for $600,000.00.
Client arrested for drug possession after his place of business was improperly searched by police, Evidence suppressed by the judge and the case dismissed.

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