Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Hempstead, NY

2 of these firms are based in Hempstead; the others serve Hempstead from towns including Queens (12 mi), Mineola (6 mi) and Garden City (5 mi).

15 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Law Office of Ben H. Akbulut

Law Office of Ben H. Akbulut

(50)
  • Questions
  • Reduced
  • Communication
“Working with him was simple and hassle free; he promptly answered all of my questions in a straight forward manner, he knows what he is doing and I highly recommend him.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1996
96 Main St, Hempstead, NY
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Mirotznik & Associates

Mirotznik & Associates

(4)
“Very professional team of attorneys to assist you on all your legal issues.”
In Business Since 1996
2115 Hempstead Tpke, East Meadow, NY 11554
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Law Office of Hal Turkiewicz & Associates

Law Office of Hal Turkiewicz & Associates

(1)
“Good people here”
In Business Since 2015
119 Jackson St, Hempstead, NY
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Garnett H. Sullivan Law Office

Garnett H. Sullivan Law Office

(3)
“Excellent attorney.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1985
1080 Grand Ave, South Hempstead, NY 11550
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Law Office of Randy S. Alpert

Law Office of Randy S. Alpert

(50)
  • Traffic Court
  • Email
  • Point
“Alpert personally reached out to me, assuredly implying that he could get my speeding ticket dropped, and was able to drop the points on my license penalty.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2004
Serving Hempstead Area
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Law Office of Luke Scardigno

Law Office of Luke Scardigno

(48)
  • Arrested
  • Feel
  • Family Court
“I am an attorney who has referred many criminal clients to Luke Scardigno, and they have all been very happy with the results, and the communication they received.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Paypal
In Business Since 1995
Emergency Services
123-60 83rd Ave Suite 1T, Queens, NY
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The 24 firms listed for Hempstead, NY defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Hempstead, NY

The 24 firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,137 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), responsiveness (81%) and quality (70%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "understanding" and "knowledge". 15 are open around the clock; 16 are open on Saturdays and 17 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are construction accidents (3), criminal defense (3), domestic violence (3), medical malpractice (3) and motorcycle accidents (3). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. 15 offer urgent consultations and 12 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 20 publish a contact page and 12 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Why are firms outside Hempstead shown on this page?

2 of the 24 firms are based in Hempstead; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.

The Law Offices of Scott J. Limmer

The Law Offices of Scott J. Limmer

(50)
  • Future
  • Questions
  • Understanding
“During a very difficult time for my family, we found ourselves in need of a criminal defense attorney and after much research and many phone calls, we felt confident that Mr.”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2007
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Hempstead Area
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Sullivan & Galleshaw

Sullivan & Galleshaw

(46)
  • Settlement
  • Expertise
  • Energy
“He is extremely knowledgeable in personal injury law and motor vehicle accidents and really takes the time and cares about finding the best way to help his community and clients”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2006
Free Initial Consultation
108-15 Cross Bay Blvd, Queens, NY
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Collins Gann McCloskey & Barry

Collins Gann McCloskey & Barry

(49)
  • Educate
  • Questions
  • Expertise
“With Rick's knowledge and experience I was able to overcome departmental allegations made against me, and ultimately was able to get my life and career back.”
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2014
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Hempstead Area
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Boris R Nektalov, Attorney At Law

Boris R Nektalov, Attorney At Law

(50)
  • Legal Representation
  • Courtroom
  • Phone
“Boris Nektalov is one of the best attorney in Queens, New York, after hiring him for my case, he has advised and explained everything about my case thoroughly.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2020
101-05 Lefferts Blvd Suite 208, Queens, NY
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Grauman Law

Grauman Law

(50)
  • Criminal Lawyer
  • Text
  • Knowledge
“He was a good lawyer, he helped me with everything and always spoke to me with the Truth and he helped me with my innocence and I recommend him for a good job”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
Free Initial Consultation
125-16C Queens Blvd, Queens, NY
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Schalk, Ciaccio & Kahn

Schalk, Ciaccio & Kahn

(50)
  • Trust
  • Result
  • Attention
“I have an aversion to anything around insurance or legalese, but Josh Kahn handled my case flawlessly- he was so insightful, knowledgeable, patient and just cool!”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Hempstead Area
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Traffic Ticket Lawyer James Medows

Traffic Ticket Lawyer James Medows

(49)
“Great team of lawyers that are worth every penny, had ran a red light in NYC and got a summons for reckless driving, they got me adjourned in contemplation of dismissal (ACD) which means if I stay out of trouble for 6 months it gets automatically dis...”
In Business Since 2005
Serving Hempstead Area
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Law Offices of Mark E Alter

Law Offices of Mark E Alter

(48)
  • Justice
  • Compassionate
  • Legal Representation
“Erica's ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner was particularly impressive, ensuring that I was always well-informed and able to make informed decisions.”
Se Habla Español
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2012
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Hempstead Area
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Tucker Lawyers

Tucker Lawyers

(48)
  • Up to Date
  • Patience
  • Results
“Especially Attorney Ralph Sabatino and his staffs for the patient and time he has given me through the process of my case and for the great results I received even through the pandemic.”
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2017
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Hempstead Area
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The Law Offices of Michael W. Alpert

The Law Offices of Michael W. Alpert

(49)
  • Expert
  • Communication
  • Job
“He was quick to respond compared to other popular lawyers, he was concise with his conversation and he did a great job getting no points on my license.”
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2008
Remote Consultations Available
Serving Hempstead Area
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Law Office of Mahmoud R. Rabah

Law Office of Mahmoud R. Rabah

(50)
  • Judge
  • Prosecutor
  • Empathy
“Mahmoud ,I will say he's very professional ,taking his mission to the ultimate to get the best result ,highly recommended him to everyone and anyone ,thank you Mr Mahmoud.”
In Business Since 2009
118-35 Queens Blvd #1220, Queens, NY
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The Rizzuto Law Firm

The Rizzuto Law Firm

(45)
  • Legal Advice
  • Results
  • Attention
“Patti Amante always calls me and updates me about the next step so I know what is going on and how they are fighting for my best interests, and lawsuit against him.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
Serving Hempstead Area
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Michael Paul, Attorney at Law

Michael Paul, Attorney at Law

(49)
  • Esq
  • Legal Representation
  • Arrested
“Their reliability was proven time and time again as they consistently kept me updated on the progress of my case, easing my concerns and providing a sense of assurance that I was in the right hands.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1988
Emergency Services
Lower Level Left, 3507 90th St, Jackson Heights, NY
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Ladis & Baldwin Law Group

Ladis & Baldwin Law Group

(39)
  • Results
  • Questions
  • Worry
“Both of them have extensive experience as Assistant District Attorneys in Nassau County, which gives them a unique advantage over other lawyers in the criminal defense field.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2022
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Hempstead Area
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The Law Firm of Michael R. Franzese

The Law Firm of Michael R. Franzese

(49)
  • License
  • Questions
  • Knowledge
“I got a really bad speeding ticket after being pulled by a state trooper, that could've possibly resulted in a suspended license and I contacted Michael and he was on it.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 1998
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Hempstead Area
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Laurence A. Silverman & Associates

Laurence A. Silverman & Associates

(50)
  • Driving
  • Happy
  • Charges
“I had a court-appointed defense attorney for the first 5 months of my case and he was confident that a plea for reduced jail time was the best I could get.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2000
Emergency Services
Serving Hempstead Area
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Law Offices of Xuejie Wong

Law Offices of Xuejie Wong

(49)
  • Efficient
  • Case
  • Question of Law
“When I consulted about the will, the lawyer was very patient and described every detail in detail, which made me feel very reassured and I am very grateful for their help.”
In Business Since 2003
136-20 38th Ave #9i, Queens, NY
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Matthew Tuohy Esquire

Matthew Tuohy Esquire

(48)
  • Money
  • Call
  • Work
“Completely slaughtered my case ripped it to shreds made it possible for me to start my life over as a young African American the system can be hard and difficult at times but when I had Mr.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2018
Emergency Services
83 Prospect St, Huntington, NY
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Hempstead, NY Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1868
Maximum cost
$22406
National Average
$6847
Avg Per Hour Rates
$436
$4357
$7469
Average price range is based on 369 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6847
Minimum cost $1868
Maximum cost $22406
Avg Per Hour Rates $436

Average range $4357 to $7469 is based on 369 cost profiles.

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