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The Law Office of James L. Riotto
“Riotto's office on numerous occasions for traffic-related matters, and each time has been a testament to their professionalism and commitment to excellence.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Rochester, NY
24 firms listed · all 24 in Rochester · 10 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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King Law: Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Firm
- Matter
- Respect
- Call
“We'd made Rochester, NY home for about 13 years, but my slip and fall situation created an unplanned and sudden relocation to Canton, OH, for necessary family support as I recovered”
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Lorenzo Napolitano
- Phone
- Driving
- Result
“The first was when I got a speeding ticket in college without a license, and Lorenzo was able to help me reduce it to a parking ticket through a driver's course.”
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Law Office of Adam J. Willman
- Cost
- Letter
- Not Guilty
“Im currently a client of Adam and i just have to say the help that him and his secretary have given me at such a affordable cost i would use Adam as my traffic lawyer any day”
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The Law Office of Frank Ciardi - Criminal Attorney Rochester
- Human Being
- Real Estate
- Tickets
“I was honestly expecting to be sentenced to more jail time but upon hiring Frank Ciardi and his staff, I ended up getting released on time served with no further probation.”
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Christopher K. Rodeman Attorney at Law
- Felony
- Legal Services
- Jail
“Christopher Rodeman is a great lawyer, he's the best he make sure he keep you updated with your case , he also works hard to make sure you get the best.”
The 24 firms listed for Rochester, 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: Rochester, NY
All 24 firms we list here are in Rochester itself. We have 27 firms in Rochester on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The firms on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 909 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (78%) and responsiveness (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "expertise" and "communication". 10 are open around the clock and 10 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (4), drug crimes (4), dwi (4), criminal law (3) and personal injury (3). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 51 years. 10 offer urgent consultations and 4 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 21 publish a contact page and 12 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Rochester offer free consultations?
4 of the 24 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.
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Law Offices of Matthew J. Rich
“Thorough, caring, on top of it.”
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Militello Law Firm
- Prices
- Team
- Expectations
“It was amazing to take such a traumatic experience and get guided by a man that knows the law and goes out of his way to get you the best possible outcome.”
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Sercu Law
- Judge
- License
- Criminal Defense Attorney
“Steve constantly checked in on me to make sure I was doing alright, and as I became pregnant while in use of his service, even checked on how my doctor appointments were and asking how my baby was doing.”
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James Egan Law
- Traffic Tickets
- Not Guilty
- Questions
“We pray that you should never be in a situation that requires a defense But if you Ever do or know someone who does James is the first person you should call.”
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Nobles & Decarolis
- Job
- Case
- Questions
“He was professional, easy to work with, courteous, knowledgeable, and provided me with timely updates, sound, unvarnished, and honest advice throughout my case.”
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Fitzsimmons, Nunn & Plukas
- Integrity
- Questions
- Estate
“Was very responsive and supportive concerning senior care, and proactive in taking care of estate issues, always with the family's best interests as priority.”
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The Law Office of Joseph A. Lobosco
“Heard about him from my best friend Kollin and best lawyer I've ever had hands down appreciate you Joe !”
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Demarco Taylor Attorneys at Law
- Expertise
- Questions
“He took the time to keep me updated, explained everything so I really understood what was happening and followed the case to a very satisfactory conclusion.”
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Jacob Ark Law
“His non-judgmental approach reassured me that my case was progressing as expeditiously as possible, and I had made the right decision to hire him.”
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Brian C Buettner
“Also explains everything step by step and shows that he cares.”
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Geraci Law Offices
- Feel
“He consistently kept me informed about the progress of my case, promptly responding to my inquiries and addressing any doubts or questions I had along the way.”
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Easton Thompson Kasperek: Kasperek Lawrence L
“She was professional, listened to my concerns, represented me as if it was her own personal problem, and responded quickly when I needed help (even while she was on vacation!”
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Laduca Law Firm
“The lawyer william mcginn does the job and is fairly priced.”
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Law Office of Lindsey Pieper
“She always made me feel comfortable when I was nervous and the way she handled the court room you knew her skills and knowledge were just as comforting.”
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The Abbatoy Law Firm
“I can't repeat the details of the case but, I can tell you that David was hired to work on a complicated case and that we're VERY happy with his results!”
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Jim Christie Law
“He was also my assigned counsel, which scared me as well because I didnt think he would really care...”
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Sperano & Housel Attorneys at Law
“Great lawyers i highly recommend them”
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Speranza John F
“The best criminal defense attorney around.”
Criminal Law Attorney Services in Rochester, NY Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$1829
Maximum cost
$21937
National Average
$6703
Avg Per Hour Rates
$427
$4266
$7313
Average price range is based on 265 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms in Rochester
- “Chris was very knowledgeable and professional, got my case dismissed on all charges .” — client of Christopher K. Rodeman Attorney at Law
- “Natasha was pleasant to deal with and handled everything in a timely manner.” — client of The Law Office of James L. Riotto
- “I was extremely pleased with Adam! Very professional, and stays in constant communication with you despite being busy with other clients.” — client of Militello Law Firm
- “Attorney Napolitano and his staff were understanding and easy to work with, and they were able to get the charges reduced and keep me from getting any points on my license.” — client of Lorenzo Napolitano
- “With Chris' diligence, expertise and knowledge, the charges were dropped and my record is clean.” — client of Christopher K. Rodeman Attorney at Law
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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