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Last Updated on: 11th February 2025, 02:29 am

JUROR IN GHISLAINE MAXWELL MISTRIAL SCANDAL RETAINS ANNA SOROKIN’S LAWYER

QUEENS DRUG CRIMES LAWYER

If you’re on our website, it’s because you’re in legal trouble – and need the best possible criminal defense attorney. Spodek Law Group understands how serious drug charges can be, and we do not like drama. We are lawyers – not journalists. Our focus is defending you, not making headlines.

EXPERIENCED. DEDICATED. AVAILABLE 24/7.

We have over 50 years of combined experience handling drug crimes in Queens and across New York. Our criminal defense team in Queens is known for dealing with the toughest legal issues – both state and federal. We pride ourselves on providing the best white-glove defense that is personalized to you and your situation. If you’re considering hiring a Queens drug crimes lawyer, it’s likely Spodek Law Group is on your radar – and capable of winning your case.

Regardless of where your case is in Queens. Regardless of the drug charges you’re facing. Regardless of the stage of your case. We can help you. Todd Spodek and the Spodek Law Group is one of the best.

Our Queens criminal defense attorneys have the experience to help with:

  • Possession of Controlled Substances
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Manufacturing or Distribution
  • Prescription Drug Offenses
  • Federal Drug Conspiracy Charges

WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES FOR DRUG CRIMES IN QUEENS?

New York State’s drug laws are governed by Article 220 of the New York Penal Code – which discusses different degrees of offenses depending on the substance, quantity, and intent. In Queens, the District Attorney’s office aggressively prosecutes narcotics violations. Penalties for offenses can include:

  • Jail or Prison Time: Class A felonies have extremely high sentences, sometimes up to life imprisonment. Lower-level felonies can still mean up to several years in state prison.
  • Financial Fines: Depending on the severity of the case, you could face thousands (or more) in financial fines.
  • Criminal Record: A felony conviction impacts your life permanently – from employment to housing issues.
  • Immigration Consequences: Non-citizens could face deportation or denial of naturalization.

If federal agencies (such as the DEA) get involved, punishments will be even worse, with mandatory minimums and strict sentencing guidelines. For more information on federal charges, visit the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration or the U.S. Sentencing Commission.

OUR PHILOSOPHY ON DEFENDING YOU

At Spodek Law Group, our approach is simple: We fight for you and your family. We believe every single client deserves the best possible outcome. We work closely with you at each step of your case, from your arraignment until trial – or until the charges are dismissed. Our law firm’s track record reflects that we’re unafraid of going toe-to-toe with prosecutors.

We have handled high-profile cases that others deemed unwinnable. Our defense strategies are innovative and thorough. We’re the firm that helped represent Anna Sorokin (known as “Anna Delvey”) and stood by a juror in the Ghislaine Maxwell trial who was accused of misconduct. We get it. When stakes are high, you need a criminal attorney who has done it before, at the highest level possible – and has won. We can help you – we just need you to call us first.

WHY HIRING A TOP-RATED QUEENS DRUG CRIMES LAWYER MATTERS

Experience Matters
We know how state prosecutors build drug cases in Queens. We know the judges, the system, and the challenges you face. With over 50 years of combined experience, we understand how to win your case.

Reputation Matters

Our attorneys have been interviewed on major news outlets, including Fox 5, NYPost, and more. We are recognized as a top rated New York criminal defense law firm. When prosecutors see we represent you, they understand you have a top team on your side, and think twice before doing anything harmful.

Credentials Matter
Our managing partner, Todd Spodek, is a second-generation criminal defense attorney who has handled thousands of complex cases. The Spodek Law Group brand is a nationally recognized name in both state and federal court.

COMMON STRATEGIES WE USE TO PROTECT YOU

  1. Challenging Evidence
    We investigate the circumstances of your arrest. If evidence was gathered illegally—such as through an unconstitutional search—it can be thrown out. If you were coerced or entrapped, we use that to your advantage and work to get evidence thrown out of court where possible. This helps you win your case by weakening the prosecutors case.

  2. Probing the Legitimacy of the Charges
    Sometimes, clients are overzealously with more serious offenses like “possession with intent to distribute.” We fight to reduce or dismiss inflated charges. Prosecutors have limitless resources.

  3. Negotiating Plea Deals (If Beneficial)
    In some cases, a plea bargain with a reduced sentence is the right move and best for you and your family. We’ll only pursue this path if it’s in your best interest.

  4. Trial Advocacy
    We’re unafraid of going to trial. Our attorneys thoroughly prepare your case. We rely on expert witnesses, lab analysis, surveillance footage, and everything needed to create doubt in the prosecution’s narrative.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I’M ARRESTED FOR A DRUG CRIME IN QUEENS?

Stay Calm.
Do not speak to law enforcement or prosecutors about your case without your lawyer present. Once you tell them you have an attorney, they are not allowed to speak to you.

Contact Our Team Immediately.
Our Queens criminal attorneys are available 24/7 to take your call. We can arrange a risk free consultation to discuss your situation, whether in person or by phone.

Gather Documents and Evidence.
If you have paperwork, subpoenas, or knowledge of specific witnesses, bring it all to our initial consultation. We offer it in person, or over the phone. We’ll use every resource to form a defense strategy with you.

CLIENT-FOCUSED REPRESENTATION

Unlike other law firms that take every single client, our approach is carefully curated. We only work with clients we can truly help. That means you get our undivided, personalized attention. When you hire us, you get:

  • A digital portal for communications, billing, and document sharing
  • A dedicated team that’s on your side – not friendly with prosecutors at your expense
  • Attorneys who listen to your fears, your story, and your needs
  • Access to an investigative network for digging deep into your case

We are recognized for providing some of the best possible customer service – which is why we encourage you to speak to us about the toughest questions you have. We’re prepared to handle it.

EXPERIENCED. DEDICATED.

Juror in Ghislaine Maxwell mistrial scandal retains Anna Sorokin’s lawyer

At Spodek Law Group, that’s who we are. We stand by our clients at all stages and all crimes – whether they’re facing theft, federal conspiracy, or drug crimes in Queens. We understand that every single case is high-stakes for the person living through it and their family. This is your life. This is your future.

We do not like drama. We prefer results.

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