How much does a criminal lawyer cost in USA?

The average New York lawyer charges between $122 to $485 per hour. Prices vary depending on which type of lawyer you are hiring.

What kind of criminal justice system does New York City have?

The Criminal Court of the City of New York, a court of the State Unified Court System, is responsible for misdemeanors and lesser offenses. It also conducts preliminary hearings in felony cases. These are generally more serious offenses that can result in imprisonment of over one year.

Can a DUI be reduced in NY?

A DWI in NY can be reduced to a DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired). A DWI is a misdemeanor and is therefore a criminal offense. However, a DWAI is considered a violation which is not a crime.

Is there a statute of limitations on DWI in New York?

Within five years from the date of the DWI, the District Attorney must initiate a felony DWI case. A misdemeanor DWI case must be filed within three years from the date the DWI is alleged to have been committed.

What is the difference between DWI and DUI in NY?

New York law does not refer to DUI as a legal term. Most judges and attorneys will simply refer to drunk driving cases under the DWI umbrella. DUI stands for driving under the influence. In New York, there is no legal distinction between the two terms.

Do you take clients who can't speak English?

For your convenience, Lebedin Kofman LLP is capable of catering to clients who speak Spanish, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, and Mandarin.

How much do I pay for a consultation?

Lebedin Kofman LLP offers a free consultation. If you have been charged with a crime, getting the help of a skilled New York City criminal defense lawyer is very important. We can help you navigate the complexities of the justice system.

Where is your office located?

Our main law office is located at 26 Broadway, 3rd FL, New York, NY 10004. If you'd like to visit us, feel free to do so. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Do you have other office locations?

Yes. We also have a law office in Forest Hills. It is located at 118-35 Queens Blvd. #940 Forest Hills, NY 11375.

How can I contact Lebedin Kofman LLP?

If you need the help of a New York criminal defense lawyer, you can call us at (646) 663-4430. You can also send us an email at info@lebedinkofmanlaw.com. Another way to contact us is by filling up the contact form on our website at https://lebedinkofman.maxburst.dev/contact-us/

Lebedin Kofman LLP

When Everything’s on the Line, Hire the Best.

Ranked among the nation’s top criminal defense firms, we fight to protect your freedom with experience, precision, and urgency.

Who we are

New York City Criminal Defense Attorney

At Lebedin Kofman LLP, we are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest-quality legal services possible. With years of in-depth experience under our belts, we have a lengthy track record of success in our practice areas. If you’ve been charged with a crime we may be able to assist you. Our attorneys can navigate you through each stage of the process as we help you make well-informed decisions about your future. We genuinely care about our clients, and we fight relentlessly for the results they need.

We are able to give our clients 100 percent of our time and effort since we are a boutique law firm.

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PRACTICE AREAS

Our Areas of Expertise

Our Firm Is Your Solution

Criminal Defense

From violent felonies to misdemeanors, we bring decades of courtroom experience to every case.

DWI & DUI Defense

We challenge the stop, the testing, and the charges—protecting your license and your record.

Federal Crimes

Federal crimes differ from state crimes in both laws and jurisdiction. Federal prosecutors are notoriously the toughest in the nation and are afforded more time, support, and resources.

WHY CHOOSE US

What Sets Us Apart

Our Firm Is Your Solution

Elite Track Record

We’ve secured grand jury dismissals, case dismissals, acquittals and investigations dropped in some of the toughest courts in the New York.

Hundreds of 5 Star Reviews

One of the top rated Firms in New York.

Accessible & Fierce

Our clients trust us because we stay responsive, clear, and committed to winning.

Team

Meet Your Experienced Legal Team

Arthur Lebedin

Founding Partner

Russ Kofman

Founding Partner

Michael Leinoff

Associate

Jessica Gorman

Associate Attorney

Testimonials

“ I was falsely accused, and only Mr. Kofman believed in me. He worked nonstop to get my case resolved. “

Testimonials

Client Reviews

PROVEN RESULTS

Real Results. Real Freedom

Wire Fraud and other high-level Federal cases with probationary sentences, and some reduced to misdemeanors.

Domestic violence misdemeanors and felonies in NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk with all criminal charges dismissed.

Hundreds of DWI Chemical Test Refusal Hearings won.

Child Pornography charges with probationary sentence and SORA level 1 registration

Criminally negligent homicide with probationary sentence.

Course of sexual conduct cases with proibationary sentences and SORA level 1 registration

Rape in the third degree with all criminal charges dismissed

Rape in the first degree reduced to a misdemeanor

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Address

Long Island
300 Merrick Road
Suite 403
Lynbrook, NY 11563

NYC
26 Broadway, 3rd FL
New York, NY 10004

Call Us

Nassau: 212-500-3273 NYC: 646-663-4430 Tel/Fax: 855 696 6848

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Payments & Financing Options

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