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Best NYC Domestic Violence Lawyers
BEST NYC DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYERS
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OVER 50 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE
NYC CRIMINAL LAWYERS
Domestic Violence cases in New York can have life-changing consequences. If you’re on our website, it’s likely because you’re facing domestic violence allegations— or worried that you soon will be. At Spodek Law Group, we get how serious this is. Our goal is to safeguard your future through strategic, innovative legal representation.
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We understand high-stakes situations. We understand the magnitude of domestic violence charges. We also understand you can’t afford mistakes.
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Regardless of the situation you find yourself in, know that our criminal defense attorneys can help you.
Domestic Violence Charges in NYC Carry Real Consequences
If you’re facing domestic violence charges, you might be accused of breaking laws like Assault (NY Penal Law §120.00), Menacing (NY Penal Law §120.14), Strangulation (NY Penal Law §121.12), or Aggravated Harassment (NY Penal Law §240.30). Each law has its own punishments— such as jail time, fines, probation, and even lifelong protective orders. None of these are simple to diffuse – you need a competent NYC domestic violence attorney to help you.
In NYC, domestic violence cases are handled by the District Attorney’s office. According to the New York City Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence, domestic violence is taken seriously and pursued vigorously. That means you need a top rated law firm who can get in the middle of the situation, and work out a resolution that works for you.
Possible Penalties and Punishments
What are the possible outcomes if you’re convicted?
- Misdemeanor Convictions: Up to 1 year in jail, plus fines and potential probation, with lifelong implications.
- Felony Convictions: Punishments can range from 1 year to 25 years in prison, depending on the severity of the offense, and whether it’s a repeat offense.
- Orders of Protection: Courts often issue orders that restrict your contact with the alleged victim— even if it means you must move out of your home – while paying for it.
- Collateral Consequences: A conviction can affect child custody, immigration status, employment, and more.
We have experience dealing with some of the toughest legal issues nationwide, and domestic violence cases in NY are no different.
Our NYC Domestic Violence Defense Strategies
At Spodek Law Group, we look at all angles, bits of evidence, and defense strategies when formulating your defense. Every single domestic violence case is unique, but some common strategies include:
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Lack of Evidence
We look at the prosecution’s evidence. If the District Attorney cannot prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, we’ll aggressively move to get charges dismissed. Your future is worth the fight. -
Fabrication or False Allegations
Unfortunately, some domestic violence accusations stem from personal motives, like a divorce or custody battle. We investigate witness statements, text messages, and more to show the alleged victim may not be telling the truth. -
Self-Defense
Under certain circumstances, you have the right to use force to protect yourself. We look for facts that prove you were defending yourself— or someone else— from harm. For example, if there’s videos, we will try to find recordings showing you were just defending yourself. -
Improper Police Procedure
If there was an illegal search and seizure, or improper handling of evidence, we can file motions to suppress or dismiss. Per the New York State Unified Court System, law enforcement must follow strict standards when conducting investigations. -
Negotiations and Reduced Charges
Sometimes, the best legal strategy is to negotiate a plea that reduces the severity of the charges and avoids a harsh sentence. We have over 50 years of combined experience in plea-bargaining and case dismissal strategies. We can handle cases in all 5 boroughs when it comes to domestic violence.
Regardless of the stage of your case, we can help you and work on this with you.
WHY SPODEK LAW GROUP IS DIFFERENT
Over 50 Years Of Combined Experience: Our NYC domestic violence attorneys have extensive experience in criminal defense, both on the State and Federal level. That means we understand what it takes to get you the best possible outcome.
Nationwide Reach: Our law firm has offices throughout Long Island and NYC. We’re recognized as a top rated New York / Federal criminal defense law firm— but we also handle cases nationwide.
Digital Portal: We are one of the few law firms that offers a completely online digital portal for communications, invoicing, and confidential document sharing. This means we can manage your case seamlessly, wherever you are.
24/7 Availability: We are available 24/7, so you can always reach an attorney who will respond to your concerns. Domestic violence allegations don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we.
We Are A Premier, Award-Winning Law Firm
Our criminal defense case track record speaks volumes. From major news outlets covering our high profile cases, to our successful outcomes in seemingly unwinnable cases— we take pride in fighting hard cases for our clients.
Todd Spodek: A Second-Generation Attorney
Todd Spodek is a second-generation criminal lawyer who’s been featured on major media outlets like NY Post, Business Insider, and Fox 5. He’s handled high-profile cases, such as representing Anna Sorokin (Anna Delvey). His experience results in strategic thinking, advocacy, and a strong commitment to your defense.
We focus on winning cases— even ones other firms label impossible. Many people turn down cases we take on, because we see a strategy to win the case.
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Our criminal lawyers know how to handle media attention, if your case becomes high-profile. We protect your reputation as fiercely as we protect your freedom.
Step-by-Step: What Happens If You’re Accused of Domestic Violence
The Arrest
Police will respond to a call and assess the situation they can observe. Under New York law, they often must make an arrest if there’s probable cause of an assault or injury. Often, men get arrested and an order of protection is issued against them.
Arraignment
You’ll be brought before a judge, who reads the charges. Bail can be set, and an Order of Protection issued. At this point, you’ll be asked to put in a plea agreement.
Pre-Trial Motions
Your NYC Criminal Lawyers— that’s us— will file motions, request evidence, and look for ways to weaken the prosecution’s case. If there’s a way to get charges dismissed outright, we’ll seize it. We will try to find evidence that proves your point of view; or we’ll find ways to strike evidence the prosecutors have.
Possible Plea Bargain
Depending on the circumstances, the prosecutor may offer a plea deal to lesser offenses. This can result in smaller penalties— or probation instead of jail. This is your way to avoid jail.
Trial
If no plea deal is reached, we’re unafraid of going to trial. Our criminal attorneys build a strong defense strategy, gather evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and fight for your acquittal.
Our only goal is to get the best possible outcome for you, whether that’s a not guilty verdict or reduced charges.
We fight. We protect. We win.
Contact Our NY Domestic Violence Lawyers for a Risk-Free Consultation
We offer a risk free consultation where we can speak by phone, or in person, to discuss your case. There’s no cost for an initial consultation, and we’re available to answer all your questions. We know how stressful this situation is— and we’re here to help.
“If you’re looking to hire a criminal defense attorney, it’s likely the Spodek Law Group is on your radar – and capable of winning your case.”
We take that statement seriously.
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We encourage you to reach out immediately. Domestic violence accusations can escalate into something else, quickly. The sooner we intervene, the stronger your defense.
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