If you're accused of a crime, then you need a criminal defense attorney who's available 24/7. You need a criminal defense lawyer who will treat you like a member of his family - and will do everything possible to help you. We treat you like family. We charge reasonable fees. We offer flexible payment plans. In addition, we're highly rated by organizations like AVVO, Super Lawyers, and many others. As a full service Long Island criminal defense law firm - we have locations throughout NYC and Long Island. In addition, we are available 24/7 to help you get the legal help and justice you want. Regardless of how tough your case is, we can help you. We have criminal attorneys available 24/7 to help you. Our firm has been interviewed by major organizations like FOX, NYPOST, NBC, NYTIMES, and many others.
Client Reviews
Google: EXCELLENT - Based on 362 reviews.
I was hesitant to hire the Spodek Law Group P.C.. I read reviews and knew they have a great reputation. However, I thought I would spend money and not see or speak to my attorney. From the beginning to end of my case Todd and the entire staff were available and willing to help. We worked towards an end result that was way above my expectation and Todd delivered. I am forever grateful for patience and long days and nights spent working on my case. Thanks Todd and the entire team!
Charle Butler - March 12, 2021 (Verified)
My attorney at Spodek was Abigail. She was very knowledgeable and helpful with all my questions and concerns, as well as responsive. Her fees are affordable and Abigail took the time to make sure I understood everything relating to my case. I highly recommend Abigail and will request her services in the future.
Mesonista Parsons - March 5, 2021 (Verified)
Todd A Spodek is the experienced and best criminal lawyer at USA. He is very professional and always respond on time. Alex also very cooperative and always help me. They took care me and my problem like family member. I am 100% satisfied for their professional service. My result was unexpected and amazing. They dismissed my case. I am really grateful to them. I will recommend you to go there if you want to solve your problem. I wish all the best for them.
Debabrata Chakraborty - March 3, 2021 (Verified)
Truly appreciate the work the guys did!. Exceptional team & I know they care about each and everyone of their clients. I am super thankful to be referred to Spodek Law Group P.C. and I am grateful Todd & Alex were able to work diligently to achieve an outcome I am pleased with. Despite COVID they stayed on top of things and kept me informed every step of the way. Very thankful.
Asata Hendricks - March 2, 2021 (Verified)
I'm very satisfied with the services rendered by Todd, Alex and Mary Lou. I whole heartedly recommend Spodek Law Group P.C.. I've worked with and have retained other attorneys in the past with Todd's firm being the cream of the crop for many reasons.
A very serious legal matter was resolved after a year's hard work and effort. Todd expertly guided me through the process and was able to navigate and make the journey bearable as well as successful. Mary Lou initially provided excellent assistance before referring my case to Todd. Alex's support was effective and timely. The customer portal (MyCase) is an invaluable communication tool that also kept track of my case.
Various aspects of my case were explained and there were several options provided but I made the final decision of how the case would be handled. The legal fee was reasonable considering the effort and amount of work plus it was a flat fee regardless of the length of time required to conclude my case.
Todd made himself available to me and we had many scheduled meetings to go over the progress and to discuss the next steps. I felt more confident after many discussions with him.
You will not go wrong choosing Spodek Law Group P.C. for legal matters.
Mike Moroff - February 26, 2021 (Verified)
Being that it was the first time that I was in need of an attorney, I was afraid and hesitant and knew I needed the absolute best. It is beyond understood why Spodek Law Group P.C. has a reputation of being the top, if not the best law firm in New York. Alex and Abigail were there every step of the way even at the most unconvenient hours. I could not have asked for more. They are extremely good at what they do and they delivered much much more than just winning my case. A big thank you to Alex and Abigail for all the guidance and counseling and their upmost loyal support that extended far more than just legally. If you need the absolute best than don't hesitate to hire Spodek Law Firm.
Josh Katz - February 24, 2021 (Verified)
I cannot tell you how thankful I am to Todd and Alex for their hard work and dedication to my case. I had never been in any trouble before but I had an unfortunate event occur and in the midst of COVID-19 at that therefore I knew I needed a team that was dedicated to my success. Today - my case has been finalized and I'm walking away with no record and can continue life as a mother and a Grad student worry free. I cannot express enough gratitude for their assistance.
L.C. - February 24, 2021 (Verified)
I received a summons and called Spodek law group for a free consultation. Alex took my call and was very quick and responsive. He was available anytime through multiple platforms and very reassuring when needed. They are extremely organized and thorough. They got my case dismissed! I'm very grateful. Thank you Alex and Todd!
AnnMarie Soliman - February 23, 2021 (Verified)
Long Island Criminal Attorneys | 24/7
Spodek Law Group P.C. is a premier, and well known, criminal defense law firm. We have a 99% success rate when it comes to the cases we've handled. 99% of the cases we've handled have ended in a positive outcome for our clients. Our only goal is helping ensure our clients get the charges against them dismissed, or reduced. We help you avoid a criminal record, and help avoid charges from impacting your future. We believe that the defense lawyer you hire should never take a break. You need a criminal attorney who's available 24/7 to help you. We always have lawyers available to help you. We offer flat fee arrangements, in addition to accepting payment plans, and major credit cards. Regardless of when, or what, the crime is, we will ensure one of our attorneys is available to help you. We encourage you to get a risk free consultation, over the phone, or in person. Spodek Law Group P.C. charges lower fees than most other defense law firms. In addition, we offer flexible payment plans, and funding options for capital with lenders like Delancey Street - which makes it easier for you to afford our services. We believe that money should never get in the way of hiring the Long Island criminal defense lawyer you want or deserve. Regardless of what you're accused of doing, we can help you - at an affordable rate.
If this is your situation
Stop reading. Start defending.
Our firm is super selective about the number, and type, of clients we agree to help. What's important to us is that we believe we can help you get a better result. If we don't think we can help you, we won't take you on as a client. It's how we can ensure each client gets the same level of success and results. It's one of the main reasons why people refer us to their friends and family members.
Risk Free Consultation
Our Long Island criminal attorneys offer a risk free consultation - regardless of the type of crime, or when it happened. We can do this in person, or over the phone. We can answer any, and all, questions you have - in order to help you understand we can help you. We'll discuss things like the type of punishments possible, the type of results we've gotten in the past, and how the case will progress. Once you take advantage of this risk free consultation, it'll become clear to you why we're the choice. We can even meet you at your place of business, or your home. Once you sign up with us, we assign a dedicated attorney to your case.
Aggressive and Unyielding
Our Long Island criminal lawyers are super aggressive, and creative. We understand how to use the rules against the prosecutor, and get great results.
Can I change Long Island criminal lawyers if I'm unhappy with the one representing me?
If you aren't satisfied with your lawyer, then you may be able to get a new one, although it will depend on a couple key factors.
The first is whether you hired the lawyer yourself or you have a court-appointed attorney. If you hired your lawyer, then you're in luck. You can fire your lawyer whenever you want and get a new one. That's your right, although you do need to pay your lawyer for services provided up to that point, according to your fee schedule with them. Note that depending on your state, a lawyer you fire may be able to hang on to your file until you've paid their fee in full.
The opposite is true if you have a public defender. In this case, you must ask the judge for a new lawyer, and judges typically don't grant these requests. The reality is that defendants and public defenders disagree about case strategies all the time, which means that this isn't grounds for removing the public defender. When you're not paying for a lawyer, you have far less control and you essentially end up with whoever the court gives you.
There are a select few situations where a judge will grant a request to change lawyers. If a public defender demonstrates incompetence, then a judge will likely allow for a replacement. However, this situation rarely occurs. Even if a public defender isn't as skilled as another lawyer would be, it's very uncommon for one to demonstrate incompetence.
A more common situation in which a judge may grant a replacement lawyer request is if there's a severe clash between the defendant and the public defender. If the defendant and the public defender don't get along to the point that a professional relationship is out of the question, then that means that the lawyer can't provide the defense possible for the client, and a judge will assign a new public defender to the case.
Although you have the right to get rid of a lawyer you hired, the prosecutor has the right to keep cases going on a reasonable schedule. Prosecutors try to avoid delays, which can lead to witnesses who are no longer available and other issues. For serious cases, which are felonies, such as diamond theft, or gemstone theft, prosecutors might take the case very seriously. If the lawsuit has been filed, you will most likely need to get the permission of the court before you can change lawyers, because a change in lawyers usually delays the trial. You're unlikely to find a lawyer who agrees to represent you at the last minute without proper time to prepare.
The closer your request is to your trial, the more scrutiny there will be from the court. In these situations, you'll need to demonstrate good cause regarding why you want to change lawyers. If you can do that, the court should grant your request. If there isn't a valid reason for you to change lawyers, then the court will likely require that you stick with your original lawyer to keep the trial on track.
Top Notch Litigators
Our criminal attorneys have been recognized and awarded by lawyer ranking services like Avvo, National Trial Lawyers Organization, SUPER Lawyers, and many others.
We're Dedicated To You
Our criminal attorneys are passionate about one thing: helping our clients get the outcome. We don't focus on billable hours - like other firms. We only care about providing the possible solution.
We're your ally. We're your guiding hand.
You can trust our Long Island criminal lawyers to tell you what to do. We understand you're relying on us to tell you how your criminal accusation will impact your future. When you work with us, we'll tell you exactly what to expect, and what to do.
Should I represent myself in a criminal case?
It is never a good decision to represent yourself in a criminal case unless the state has a very solid case that is practically defenseless. A charge for driving under the influence is a good example of how prosecutors can be very restricted in their authority to offer a charge reduction or a diversion. Legislators in all states have set mandatory jail terms and increased minimum fines to the point that the charges are difficult to defend. However, charges that are filed on borderline evidence are regularly applied as though the state has a right to a conviction merely because of the charge. These are the cases when the defendant should always retain an experienced criminal defense attorney because prosecutors rarely deal reasonably with a defendant when making a plea bargain. An attorney can fare much better and may be effective in casting considerable doubt on the validity of the charge. For example, in a DUI case in Long Island, your attorney can help you get back your car lease. In addition, technicalities can matter greatly even when the state appears to have a strong case if there have been any violations of arrest protocol or illegal search seizure. The 4th and 5th Amendments still matter, but it often takes an attorney to invoke your rights successfully.
What a criminal attorney in Long Island can do
Once you have retained an attorney to handle your case, the attorney can then conduct an investigation into the articles of evidence, such as possession of liquor from a liquor store and evaluate them for legal acquisition and accuracy, including officer testimony. Your attorney can question the officer during the investigation and still conduct cross-examination when the prosecution calls them to the stand to testify. Officer statements can get embellished in the court proceeding, and your criminal defense attorney can pinpoint any discrepancies. All physical evidence must be seized according to constitutional requirements and a criminal defense attorney can motion to suppress certain evidence that has been illegally confiscated. In addition, your attorney can also opt to take a case to trial, which is no undertaking for a novice defendant. It is important in defending a borderline evidence case to have an experienced trial attorney who understands how to communicate with the jury, including during the selection process.
Sometimes you cannot represent yourself
All defendants should understand that charges potentially carrying a jail sentence will always require professional legal representation as required by the Supreme Court. Even in a DUI case, the state may decide to appoint a public defender to serve as the defendant's legal counsel. Having a public defender rarely bodes well for the defendant, as many times the public defender is working for the same state that is doing the prosecuting. Their priorities may be with their own employment. Having a personal attorney who provides diligent representation and is focused on defending your rights can make a major difference in the final outcome.
Defending against criminal charges is a very serious situation for anyone because a conviction has a way of changing a life for years to come, and attempting to represent yourself can make things worse. Retaining an aggressive criminal defense lawyer is easily as much an investment in your future as it is an investment in your freedom.
Hear From Our Clients
"Spodek Law Group P.C. was incredibly professional and has given me the best advice I could wish for. They had been helpful and empathetic to my stressful situation. Would highly recommend Spodek Law Group P.C. to anyone I meet."
Rowlin Garcia
"Best service I ever had. Todd is absolutely class personified. You are in the safest hands with Spodek. They have their clients interest in mind."
Francis Anim
"Spodek Law Group P.C. have offered me excellent support and advice thru a very difficult time. I feel I've dealt with someone who truly cares and wants the best outcome for you and yours. I'm extremely grateful for all the help Spodek Law Group P.C. has offered me. I can't recommend them..."
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Our Long Island Criminal Attorneys Handle Tough Legal Situations
Our Philosophy / Who We Are
The Spodek Law Group P.C. is a premier, and top rated, criminal defense law firm. We understand how much harm a criminal accusation and conviction can have on your future. We take on fewer clients than other firms because we focus on giving you results and service, instead of profits. We have over 50 years of combined experience amongst our members, and have experience handling virtually every type of case. Over 99% of cases we've handled have ended in a positive outcome for our clients. We handle cases that other Long Island criminal lawyers turn down. We predict the opposing prosecutors' games and know how to combat them. Everything we do revolves around getting results for our clients, and helping them avoid a criminal conviction. We offer a flexible payment plan, and work with you financially in order to avoid financial hardships. We believe money should never be an issue when trying to get legal help.
Practice Areas
- Healthcare Fraud - We understand the challenges and ramifications of legal inquiries into legitimate healthcare providers
- CFTC Defense - Accused of misconduct by the CFTC? We can help with all securities related issues
- Divorce - We handle a wide array of divorce and matrimonial cases in Los Angeles and NYC
- White Collar Crimes - Our firm has experience handling tough white collar cases nationwide, with a wide array of federal agencies
- Federal Appeals - We handle federal appeals cases nationwide, and can help with both civil and criminal cases
- DEA Defense - Regardless of where you stand, our lawyers can help with DEA defense cases nationwide
- Criminal Defense - Our team has handled most felonies and misdemeanors, and can help with cases nationwide
We're a Cloud Based Law Firm
We're one of the few New York criminal defense law firms to offer a completely online portal. Clients use our portal to remain in touch with us, organize documents, stay up to date to the status of the case, and more. Thanks to our forward looking approach to technology, we provide higher quality of service and communication with our clients.
Stay Informed Using Our Cloud Dashboard
We provide a centralized, online, dashboard for our clients to remain in touch with our attorneys. All communications, documents, and billing information, is centralized - and accessible from your iPhone/Android device.
Our Long Island Criminal Attorneys Handle Tough Cases That Require Excellence
At Spodek Law Group P.C., our goal is to deliver excellent results for tough criminal defense cases that are simply too tough to win for other firms.
Faced 5+ Years in Prison - People Vs Joseph Amico
Covered by NY Daily News. Las Vegas man accused of threatening a prominent attorney and making vile remarks.
Faced 10+ Years in Prison - People Vs. Anna Sorokin
Covered by New York Times, and other outlets. Fake heiress accused of conning the city's wealthy, and has an HBO special being made about her.
Faced 3+ Years in Prison - People Vs. Genevieve Sabourin
Accused of stalking Alec Baldwin. The case garnered nationwide attention, with USA Today, NY Post, and other media outlets following it closely.
Spodek Law Group P.C. In The News
Our cases are featured in top publications across the nation for our expertise and, often, for the seriousness of the allegations.
BBC News
Netflix and Anna Delvey: The race to secure the story of New York's 'fake heiress'
Spodek Law Group P.C.'s representation of client Anna Delvey is set to become a Netflix series, directed by Shonda Rhimes.
NY Post
Juror in Ghislaine Maxwell mistrial scandal retains Anna Sorokin's lawyer
The juror at the center of Ghislaine Maxwell's bid for a mistrial has lawyered up with the attorney who represented "fake heiress" Anna Sorokin, new court documents show.
Our NYC Criminal Attorneys
Spodek Law Group P.C.'s team of criminal attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience helping clients all over New York get justice and legal help. We have locations throughout NYC and Long Island, including Nassau and Suffolk County. Moreover, we have partner attorneys all over the country - who help us service clients. Many attorneys refer us to their clients because they trust us to treat their clients like family. We are trusted by companies such as Avvo, FindLaw, Yelp, DelanceyStreet, and other leading brands who refer clients to us. Our team of Long Island criminal lawyers treats each client like family. We don't believe in a cookie cutter approach. We work with every single client to give them the results, service, and legal help, they deserve. Our only objective is ensuring our clients avoid any, and all, criminal prosecution. We consistently help get charges either dismissed, or reduced, so you aren't impacted by incorrect accusations. We offer a risk free consultation over the phone, or in person, at one of our many locations. Regardless of how complex your case is, we can help you.