Dalmata, Maloy & Burke
“Christopher Burke did multiple closings for me and was extremely professional, prompt and responsive.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Schenectady, NY
15 firms listed · 4 in Schenectady · 8 open 24/7 · 10 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Tully Rinckey
“The team is friendly and welcoming as they took high interest in my immediate legal needs.”
Attorney Joseph P Cifarelli, II
“He perfectly understood my situation and helped me successfully convert my speeding violation to a zero point violation with no points on my license.”
Della Ratta Law Office
“Although words could not express how truly grateful I am, I truly appreciate your honesty, persistence, hours and dedication you put into all of my cases.”
Brian Mercy Law Office
“If you want to get your money back from someone, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR ALL BUSINESS MATTERS!!”
Lamarche Safranko Law
“You want someone like this that also has great relationships with those in the local legal system.”
The 15 firms listed for Schenectady, 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: Schenectady, NY
4 of the 15 firms we list are based in Schenectady; the other 11 serve Schenectady from towns including Albany (11 mi), Latham (7 mi) and Clifton Park (9 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,358 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "expertise" and "price". 8 are open around the clock and 10 are open on weekends. 1 shows a license on its website and 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 8 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 12 publish a contact page and 5 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.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Schenectady offer free consultations?
6 of the 15 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.
The Smelyansky Law Firm
“Max knows what he's doing when it comes to NYS landlord-tenant laws -- if you need to end a lease, you can rest assured that he will ensure that the process goes smoothly.”
The Kokosa Law Firm
“Over the years, the Kokosa Law Firm has provided me with clear and practical legal advice and top-notch legal representation.”
Hug Law
“I was so satisfied with his ability to represent us with a positive outcome.”
Ianniello Anderson
“Rebecca Borden handled a unique co-op purchase for us with courteous, efficient and superior knowledge on the subject”
James E. Tyner
“If you are looking for a great attorney, James Tyner is the absolute best.”
Peter Gerstenzang
“Caring, understanding, LISTENS to you, and never judges(which is huge when you are already feeling so low about yourself)!”
Premo Law Firm
“No one knows the Law better if you have serious trouble or not so serious or personal injury this is the place to go!!!”
Luibrand Law Firm
“He gives you all the angles and options of your situation and will not waste his time or your money if he feels you do not have a legit case and he will explain why or why not in detail.”
Law Office of Matthew J Swedick Esq
“Very professional,eager,and delivers what he promises.”
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