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Faced 5+ Years in Prison

People Vs Joseph Amico

Covered by NYDaily 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 USAToday, NYPost, and other media outlets following it closely.

Faced Potential Charges

Ghislaine Maxwell Juror

Juror who prompted calls for new Ghislaine Maxwell trial turns to lawyer who defended Anna Sorokin.

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Meet Todd Spodek

WE PROVIDE WHITE GLOVE SERVICE TO CLIENTS
WHO WANT MORE FROM THEIR ATTORNEY

The Spodek Law Group understands how delicate high-profile cases can be, and has a strong track record of getting positive outcomes. Our lawyers service a clientele that is nationwide. With offices in both LA and NYC, and cases all across the country - Spodek Law Group is a top tier law firm.

Todd Spodek is a second generation attorney with immense experience. He has many years of experience handling 100’s of tough and hard to win trials. He’s been featured on major news outlets, such as New York Post, Newsweek, Fox 5 New York, South China Morning Post, Insider.com, and many others.

In 2022, Netflix released a series about one of Todd’s clients: Anna Delvey/Anna Sorokin.

Why Clients Choose Spodek Law Group

The reason is simple: clients want white glove service, and lawyers who can win. Every single client who works with the Spodek Law Group is aware that the attorney they hire could drastically change the outcome of their case. Hiring the Spodek Law Group means you’re taking your future seriously. Our lawyers handle cases nationwide, ranging from NYC to LA. Our philosophy is fair and simple: our nyc criminal lawyers only take on clients who we know will benefit from our services.

We’re selective about the clients we work with, and only take on cases we know align with our experience – and where we can make a difference. This is different from other law firms who are not invested in your success nor care about your outcome.

If you have a legal issue, call us for a consultation.
We are available 24/7, to help you with any – and all, challenges you face.

Unemployment Insurance Fraud Lawyers

Unemployment insurance is an excellent program for individuals who are laid off or lose their jobs and are qualified for benefits under the rules. However, those rules are extensive, and most of them deal with individuals who may be working while collecting unemployment benefits. Under the law, this is viewed as a fraudulent act that can be prosecuted under a variety of federal laws. It is very important to remember that unemployment fraud cases are actually federal cases even those they are handled within state boundaries. Penalties can often be very significant even beyond the repayment of all monies collected under fraudulent claims. This can impact the life of a defendant greatly, and it is always important to retain an experienced New York criminal defense lawyer to settle the case because of the lasting effects.

How Charges Arise

While some charges do result from actually working for an employer who is deducting taxes from your pay record, the truth is that many cases begin when someone provides information to the government that you may be working while drawing unemployment benefits. This can be a complicated legal issue when there is no documentation that validates the information being delivered. This is effectively a False Claims Act violation, and the informant may have legal status to collect a portion of the recovered government assets. Prosecutors understand that they need valid documentation to effectively process an unemployment fraud case and your New York criminal defense attorney understands how to discount personal testimony when informant motivation can be questioned. Even in valid cases, the final result can often be restitution only with dismissal of any associated criminal charges that may be considered by the prosecutor.

Consequences of an Unemployment Fraud Conviction

The first step following a conviction for unemployment fraud will be repaying the amount of money the government says was paid fraudulently, which could also impact further benefits even if they are valid. While valid benefits will still be calculated to the defendants advantage, the government still has the power to withhold those benefits until the outstanding fraudulent payment balance is paid back. Penalties can include restrictions from further eligibility for benefits even after returning to work, but returning to work can be another problem within itself. An unemployment fraud case that results in a criminal conviction means that a criminal history is established, which could impact returning to work in certain industries. Jail time and significant fines are also potential outcomes of an unemployment fraud conviction, so it is clear that defending yourself against any unemployment fraud charge is vital for your personal future.

What an Attorney Can Do for Your Case

Many people go to an initial hearing for unemployment fraud without an attorney. This is not a good decision, as many times the case can be settled before a defendant has a chance to explain their position. Just because the government is asserting a claim does not mean it is valid or strong enough to warrant prosecution. Having an experienced New York criminal defense lawyer means that each article of evidence being used in the prosecution can be evaluated for being reasonable and admissible in your personal defense. Just like other criminal cases, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that there was intent to defraud the government when the claims were files. In addition, personal testimony can also be redirected by your legal representative for potential dismissal as evidence. Unemployment fraud cases often include an informant who intends to harm the defendant for any particular reason, and your attorney can cross examine any individual who is providing testimony for the government in a hearing. The oversight agency is not entitled to a conviction, but you are entitled to solid representation in both civil and criminal proceedings.

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I was searching for a law firm with some power to help me deal with a warrant in New York . After 6 days I decided to go with Spodek Law Group. It helped that This law firm is well respected by not only the top law firms in New York , but the DA , Judge as well. I...

~Fonder Brandon

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It was my good fortune to retain Spodek Law Group for representation for my legal needs. From the beginning, communication was prompt and thorough. Todd, Kenneth and Alex were the first people I worked with and they all made me, and my company Qumana skincare feel comfortable and confident that the team was going to work hard for me. Everything...

~A G

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After meeting with several law firms, I chose the Spodek Law Group not only for their professionalism and experience, but for the personal attention given to me right from the initial consultation. It is important to recognize how crucial having the right legal team is when faced with potentially life altering events that impact families and the lives of loved...

~George Cherubini

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