Queens Homicide & Murder Defense Attorneys

Charged with Murder or Homicide in Queens? Here's What You're Facing

A murder or homicide charge in New York carries life-altering consequences — sentences ranging from 5 years to life without parole, depending on the specific charge. Whether you or someone you love has been arrested or is under investigation in Queens, the defense you build in the first hours matters enormously. Addabbo & Greenberg Law has been defending clients against the most serious homicide charges in Queens, NY for over four decades.

Can Addabbo & Greenberg Law Help with Your Case?

The firm defends clients facing the full range of homicide and murder charges under New York law, including:

Murder in the First Degree

Intentional killing under aggravating circumstances (e.g., killing a police officer, murder during a felony); carries life without parole

Murder in the Second Degree

Intentional killing or depraved indifference to human life; carries a life sentence

Manslaughter in the First Degree

Intentional act causing death under mitigating circumstances such as extreme emotional disturbance; 5–25 years

Manslaughter in the Second Degree

Recklessly causing the death of another person

Vehicular Manslaughter

Death resulting from impaired or reckless operation of a vehicle

Criminally Negligent Homicide

Death caused by the failure to perceive a substantial and unjustifiable risk

If you are facing any of these charges in Queens County Supreme Court or anywhere in New York, contact Addabbo & Greenberg Law or call 718-268-0400 now.

Why Queens Defendants Choose Addabbo & Greenberg Law

Former Prosecutors. Four Decades of Real Courtroom Results.

Attorney Todd D. Greenberg served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Queens County DA's Office before entering private practice in 1980. That background gives him a rare, inside understanding of how the prosecution constructs its case — and exactly where it can be challenged.

Since co-founding the firm with partner Dominic L. Addabbo in 1983, Attorney Greenberg has served as lead counsel in more than 50 homicide trials and hundreds of felony trials — a depth of courtroom experience that is difficult to match in Queens criminal defense. Addabbo & Greenberg Law is a firm that other attorneys across the United States consistently trust to handle their clients' most serious criminal matters.

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Representative Homicide & Murder Defense Verdicts

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

• "NOT GUILTY" — Murder in the Second Degree
  July 23, 2025 | Attorney: Todd D. Greenberg
  Attorney Greenberg presented a defense of Extreme Emotional Disturbance, supported by Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Bardey. The jury returned a "Not Guilty" verdict on the Murder 2nd Degree charge — a charge carrying a life sentence. Despite the prosecution requesting a 22-year sentence, the client was sentenced to 6 years.
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• NOT GUILTY — Felony Manslaughter & Criminally Negligent Homicide
  October 31, 2025 | Court: Queens County | Attorney: Todd D. Greenberg
  Kevin Gomez, 22, was acquitted of all felony charges — including felony manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide — in the high-profile fatal hit-and-run death of a 3-year-old child in Queens. The jury found only misdemeanor-level violations.
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• Murder Charges Dismissed — Two Counts
  October 17, 2008 | Attorney: Todd D. Greenberg
  Facing two counts of murder — Intentional Murder and Depraved Indifference Murder — all murder charges against the defendant were dismissed following Attorney Greenberg's vigorous pre-trial challenges to a key videotape statement. The client resolved the case with a lesser weapons charge, avoiding a murder conviction entirely.
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What to Do If You or a Loved One Is Charged with Homicide in Queens

Time is the most critical factor in any homicide case. If an arrest has been made or an investigation is underway, take these steps immediately:

• Do not speak to police — Even statements that seem harmless can be used against you in court.
• Call Addabbo & Greenberg Law immediately — Early intervention allows the firm to preserve evidence and protect your rights from day one.
• Avoid discussing the case with anyone — Including family, friends, or on social media.
• Document everything you remember — Details about events, locations, and individuals can be critical to building your defense.

The firm is available 24/7. Call 718-268-0400 the moment you need help.

What Does a Consultation Cost? What's the Risk of Waiting?

A free, confidential phone consultation with Addabbo & Greenberg Law costs nothing. Waiting, however, can cost everything. Evidence disappears. Witness accounts shift. In homicide cases, the defense must begin immediately. There is no obligation after your initial call — only the opportunity to understand your options before it's too late.

Frequently Asked Questions — Homicide Defense in Queens, NY

Q: What is the difference between murder and manslaughter in New York?
A: Murder generally involves intentional killing or depraved indifference to human life and carries potential life sentences. Manslaughter typically involves recklessness or a reduced level of intent — such as extreme emotional disturbance — and carries shorter sentencing ranges. The distinction significantly affects both defense strategy and potential outcomes.

Q: Can murder charges be dismissed or reduced before trial in Queens?
A: Yes. Addabbo & Greenberg Law has successfully had murder charges dismissed through pre-trial hearings, suppression motions, and early intervention. Results vary based on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What defenses are used in homicide cases?
A: Common defenses include self-defense, defense of others, extreme emotional disturbance, mistaken identity, alibi, lack of intent, and direct challenges to forensic or eyewitness evidence. The right defense depends entirely on the facts of the individual case.