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A Good Criminal Defense Lawyer

Being charged with a crime is a life altering experience. The criminal defense of your case can make or break your future. As New York criminal defense attorneys, Addabbo & Greenberg explore every nuance in a criminal case and pursue every available criminal defense advantage. As with all matters the firm handles, criminal cases are carefully managed by a partner experienced in New York criminal defense law to produce a timely and positive resolution. The Firm successfully handles crimes such as misdemeanors, from simple Criminal Assault to the crime of Driving While Intoxicated, to the most serious criminal felonies, including Murder, Fraud News and robbery. We have also been very successful in representing clients for Appeals.

A good criminal defense lawyer knows the New York criminal law and pleads your case. A great criminal defense lawyer can give you back your life.
Todd D. Greenberg and Dominic L. Addabbo each have over 30 years of criminal defense experience. They have represented hundreds of clients charged with felony crimes and misdemeanor crimes ranging from homicide to hate crimes to DUI, in both State and Federal courts. Addabbo & Greenberg handles your criminal case through preliminary stages of the criminal proceedings, through motions, and trials by jury and judge. Described by judges, clients and colleagues as a top New York criminal defense lawyer Todd D. Greenberg has been lead criminal defense counsel in over 150 felony trials, including over 50 homicide trials. Here are some of those stories.

The 2009 vigorous trial defense of a 15 year old boy charged with intentional murder in Nassau County which resulted in a jury that was ‘hopelessly deadlocked’ which thereafter resulted in a favorable disposition.

Adroit moves by the defense lawyer Todd D. Greenberg attributed to the acquittal of the defendant in the Maze Murder case. The New York Times, January 30, 1994

A New York City Police Officer, charged with Manslaughter for Driving Drunk while off-duty and fatally injuring a motorcyclist in Brooklyn, walked out of a Brooklyn courtroom a free man yesterday. He faced up to seven years behind bars if convicted. Defense Attorney Todd Greenberg mounted a successful three-pronged defense in obtaining the acquittal. Assistant District Attorney Maureen McCormick, her face flushed, seemed shocked by the not-guilty verdict. Station Island Advance, April 3, 2004

In a non-jury criminal trial, criminal defense attorney Todd Greenberg persuaded the judge that the defendant’s actions fit the legal definition of extreme emotional disturbance. Newsday, September 9, 2003

Mr. Greenberg’s closing argument was a high caliber summation by an extremely capable lawyer.
Federal Court Judge Peter K. Leisure, Southern District of New York in USA v. Valdez A Defendant accused in the highly publicized Hate Crime of beating a Sikh man in Queens was acquitted of all criminal charges regarding the alleged attack.
Newsday, November 3, 2005.

The criminal defense lawyers at Addabbo & Greenberg are familiar with police tactics, investigation practices and Grand Jury procedures. Our criminal defense representation has resulted in hundreds of dismissals and acquittals of criminal charges and has helped our clients avoid prison sentences. If you have been charged with a crime, the steps you take next are often critical to your defense.

If You Are Arrested, Do Not Make Any Statement To The Police.

Call New York Criminal Attorneys Addabbo & Greenberg at 718-268-0400 immediately 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will advise you of your rights and help protect you. Addabbo & Greenberg can prepare for and appear at your arraignment, arguing against the prosecutor’s request for the judge to set bail.

If arrested, place yourself in the competent hands of our criminal defense attorneys who will help you through this difficult time.

Criminal Defense Case Results

Guilty Plea Vacated Guilty Plea Entered Fifteen Years Ago Vacated To Avoid Deportation

“Not Guilty” Verdict On All Drinking Driving Charges In Nassau County

Manslaughter, Vehicular HomicideManslaughter, Vehicular Homicide Charges Dismissed Prior To Trial

Penn Station Arrest Penn Station Arrest for Public Lewdness and Exposure Ends in Dismissal

Flavor Flav Avoids Jail TimeFlavor Flav avoids jail time, pleads guilty to speeding to mother’s funeral. After his sentencing, Drayton thanked his attorney, Todd Greenberg of Queens, who he called “The Man”.

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Federal Sentence of Time Served(16 Days) Based Upon Collateral Consequences of Conviction

“Not Responsible” VerdictLawyer found “not responsible” in death of mother.

Sentence: hazing deathSentence in fraternity hazing death: “Greenberg said sentencing process was extremely fair”.

Clear Cop in Death of Biker

Deferred Prosecution Deferred Prosecution in Pennsylvania Felony Case Based on Mental Disease Defense

Acquitted of Domestic Violence Crimes Acquitted of Domestic Violence Crimes in Queens County Trial

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“Fat Jockey” case KO’d

Acquittal in Death of Child

Teen Acquitted in Maze Slaying

“Not Guilty” VerdictQueens jury: "Not Guilty" verdict for Queens contractor charged with Felony Possession of Firearms.

Success in Florida Federal CourtSuccess in Florida Federal Court Where Client Received Probation Instead of Jail

Rape Indictment CourtRape Indictment In Albany Ends With Non-Criminal Violation

YOUTH GETS PROBATION IN A KILLINGTodd Greenberg, said the sentence imposed today was appropriate because of what he called “extremely mitigating circumstances. Mr. Greenberg has maintained that his client acted in self-defense.

The New York Times

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A Good Criminal Defense Lawyer

If You Are Arrested, Do Not Make Any Statement To The Police.

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