College Point White Collar Crime Lawyers

My practice focuses on advising financial institutions and FinTech companies on regulatory matters, responding to government regulatory inquiries and civil enforcement actions, and representing companies and individuals in government investigations and criminal prosecutions.

I previously worked as a federal prosecutor in the Manhattan U.S. Attorney's Office. As a prosecutor, I led hundreds of grand jury investigations into violations of federal law, including money laundering, securities fraud, bank fraud, mail and wire fraud, bankruptcy fraud and civil and criminal asset-forfeiture actions.

Jason Eldridge is a 1995 graduate of the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. He earned a Master’s degree from the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, in 1998, and his law degree from William Mitchell College of Law in 2002. Mr. Eldridge is admitted to practice in the States of New York and Minnesota. He is also admitted to practice in federal jurisdictions including the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York and the Federal District Court for the State of Minnesota. Mr. Eldridge began his career as a prosecutor before realizing his calling was for...

I an aggressive and driven trial lawyer focusing on criminal defense and civil rights. I love what I do and I am driven to maximize my efforts for my clients. Contact me for a dedicated and honest lawyer at 646-450-3484 or jzw@jzweinsteinlaw.com.

Ronald Nir is an attorney with Law Offices of Ronald Nir, a full-service law firm based in Kew Gardens, New York, representing individuals accused of all manner of criminal offenses in the City of New York, Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Westchester County. The practice also handles contract law, civil litigation, family law, commercial and residential real estate, and commercial landlord-tenant matters. Ronald is a recognized criminal defense attorney with over three decades of experience. He has handled high-profile murder cases and appeared on Court TV, NBC, ABC, Fox 5, and radio stations. He is the recipient of the coveted...

Former Assistant United States Attorney, Deputy Chief, Criminal Division. I specialize in criminal, securities, and civil financial litigation, regularly appearing in federal courts in New York, Philadelphia and nationwide. Full bio available at www.Daileyllp.com.

Now again in private practice, Jeff is an attorney and counselor-at-law providing private general counsel, legal crisis management, and dispute strategy and management services to individuals and families, real estate organizations, family-owned and closely-held businesses, the white collar justice community, and special situation and pro bono clients. For over 20 years Jeff served as managing attorney of a 20+ employee law firm headquartered in New York City, and then Westchester County, NY. Among other practice areas, the firm engaged in representation of family-owned/closely held businesses and their owners, business and real estate transactions, trusts and estates, and litigation. Jeff also served...

Mrs. Richards received her undergraduate degree from Columbia University and her law degree from NYU School of Law. She worked for a federal government agency for many years before entering the private sector, and her time there informs much of her understanding of government actors and gives her unique insight into the government. She has a wide range of experience in litigation, in regulatory matters, and with contracts. She has been praised for her creativity, strong analytical ability, and her determination. She enjoys helping clients receive compensation for harms they have experienced as well as clearing the name...

Kenneth J. Kaplan has been a partner in Kaplan & Katzberg, a white-collar criminal defense firm, since the partnership's formation in 1977. Mr. Kaplan has been cited in Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in New York (New York Magazine), and the Best Lawyers in America for white collar criminal defense. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the New York Council of Defense Lawyers, (1990- 1993). He has taught at the Benjamin Cardozo Law School Trial Advocacy Program (1983 to present) and the Legal Aid Society Trial Advocacy Program (1990- 1993).

Robert F. Katzberg has been a partner in Kaplan & Katzberg since the partnership’s formation in 1977. Mr. Katzberg has been cited in The International Who’s Who of Business Defense Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in New York (New York Magazine) and Super Lawyers, each in the “white collar criminal” category. Among his most newsworthy courtroom victories was the acquittal of Chicago attorney Richard Joseph in one of the country’s first currency transaction reporting prosecutions, the acquittal of Andrew Hanna, a Las Vegas businessman charged under the federal RICO statute in Newark, New Jersey and the acquittal of a real...

A first-rate criminal defense lawyer for felony, misdemeanor, or Family Court matters. Each client will have personal access by phone, email, and live meetings without the fear of hourly billing. An experienced lawyer will protect the client from an unfair prosecution, Child Protective Services, and the maze of public defenders and government bureaucracy. This office will treat all cases as a priority, whether a marijuana arrest or a class A felony with a potential life sentence, and an experienced trial advocate will provide a professional defense.

Not currently practicing.

Joseph D. McBride is the Founder of THE MCBRIDE LAW FIRM, PLLC, located in New York City. His courtroom practice is focused on Criminal Defense and Civil Rights cases. Outside the courtroom, he is a legal advisor and fixer in the public and private sectors. Widely known for his work on January 6th-related matters, Joe has appeared on Newsmax, One America News, CNN, Steve Bannon’s War Room, Tucker Carlson Tonight, and Dinesh D’Souza, Rudy Giuliani, and Donald Trump Jr’s podcasts. Dozens of news publications have covered his work, including FOX News; NBC News; ABC News; The New York Post; The...

Dan Johnston is an innovative and aggressive attorney with proven success on both sides of personal injury, insurance defense, breach of contract, fraud, complex commercial, and trade secrets litigation. These results have included representing seriously injured plaintiffs, pursuing novel applications of RICO and fraud statutes, representing insurance companies in high-exposure claims, pursuing and defending defamation claims, and more. Dan also has developed a highly sought-after practice as one of the leading cannabis attorneys in the State of New York for both litigation needs and business consulting. Dan has been featured as an expert on New York Cannabis Law in a variety...

An experienced defense lawyer and appellate advocate, Jonathan Rosenberg's track record of dismissals and wins is rivaled only by the rap sheets of his clients. As Managing Attorney with the Rosenberg Law Firm, Rosenberg leads a team of talented, experienced, and aggressive lawyers who work together to achieve favorable results in both criminal and post-judgment appellate and exoneration practice. Rosenberg and his team represent clients across the state of New York, from federal indictments to state misdemeanors to major felony appeals before the high courts and beyond. We are fearless in our advocacy, and guarantee a team-oriented approach to your...

As one of the nation’s top white collar and criminal defense attorneys, former prosecutor Vinoo Varghese takes on trials and appeals other lawyers won’t—and wins. Yet, he prides himself on the fact that he has repeatedly convinced prosecutors to end cases against his clients without charges or gaining public attention, allowing those he defends to resume their lives. Varghese is a visiting faculty member at Harvard Law School’s Trial Advocacy Workshop. The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 list has included Varghese for nine consecutive years, he is ranked as a New York Metro Super Lawyer for the past eight years and...

Peter Tilem’s legal career started in September of 1991 as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney’s Office in Manhattan, where he was assigned to the prosecution and investigation of hundreds, if not thousands, of criminal cases—including violent crimes, white collar crimes and homicides.

Since founding Tilem & Associates, PC, Mr. Tilem has continued to litigate in both state and federal courts and has continued his representation of clients involved in high-profile cases. Mr. Tilem appears regularly in the newspaper and on television concerning his representation in such cases and as a legal commentator. He is...

Spolin Law P.C.’s founder, Aaron Spolin, is a former prosecutor and award-winning criminal appeals attorney. He has achieved successful outcomes on hundreds of criminal cases, including numerous dismissals of major felony cases; non-criminal resolutions to complex fraud and insurance fraud defense cases; successful appellate outcomes from various appellate courts; and multiple not-guilty jury verdicts at trial. Innocent Spolin Law clients wrongfully accused of murder and other serious crimes are now free because of his work. Aaron is the recipient of various awards for his advocacy, including the American College of Trial Lawyer’s Medal for Excellence in Oral Advocacy as well as...

My law firm, The Law Office of Mark A. Siesel, is an established firm with offices in White Plains and the Bronx. I have over 27 years of experience specializing in personal injury and criminal law matters. Further, I will remain personally involved with your case from beginning to end. I zealously represent all of my clients, and, as a result of my advocacy, I have obtained many successful verdicts and settlements.

I am dedicated to providing skillful and effective legal representation to my local community. I have been licensed to practice in both New York and New Jersey since 1987,...

John Tolley is a former Prosecutor & Insurance Defense lawyer licensed in the States of New York, Florida, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Mr. Tolley has tried over 45 criminal and civil jury trials. He is the co-owner and a partner in JT Law Firm where he represents clients in disputes regarding homeowner's insurance claims and criminal defense. Mr. Tolley attended Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2014. While in law school, Mr. Tolley was an active member of the Nova Trial Association and the Moot Court Society, representing his law school in...

Michael Arbeit was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1998. Mr. Arbeit is also admitted to practice in the Federal Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. Mr. Arbeit worked for a law firm until 2002 when Michael A. Arbeit, P.C. was born. The boutique law firm is devoted to all Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, and serious Personal Injury (accident) related matters. No case is too big or too small. Mr. Arbeit personally handles all of his clients cases from initial intake to final disposition of the matter. Attorney Arbeit...

Richard Hochhauser is the founding partner at the Law Office of Richard Hochhauser, PLLC. As a former Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Hochhauser is a proven trial attorney having successfully taken numerous criminal cases to verdict and is highly experienced in all aspects of criminal law. As an ADA, Mr. Hochhauser prosecuted thousands of criminal cases, including DWI, hit and run, drug sale and possession, assault, domestic violence, larceny, financial fraud, ID theft, and many others. Further, Mr. Hochhauser was chosen to be a member of a specialized unit which focused on DWI and DUI prosecution.

As part of this appointment,...

Sonya Tien leads her law firm's litigation, corporate, personal injury, and intellectual property practices. She received her law degree from Columbia University and was recognized as a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Sonya received her business degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Kenan Flagler Business School, where she earned 17 scholarships. Sonya was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers since 2020, Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiffs' Lawyers, and Top 100 Civil Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers. Her articles have been published by the Wall Street Lawyer and Practising Law Institute. She has presented on the...

Elena represents individuals and corporations charged with the most serious federal crimes including wire/ mail fraud, securities and bank fraud, money laundering, violations of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), insurance fraud, federal tax violations, cybercrimes and narcotics and weapons trafficking. In state courts, Elena represents clients charged with financial crimes, attempted murder, sex crimes, child pornography, narcotics and weapons possession, and violent assaults.

Previously, Elena worked as a Felony Assistant District Attorney at the Kings County District Attorney’s Office in Brooklyn, New York where she handled thousands of cases from arraignment to disposition. During her six years at the District...

Anthony M. La Pinta is one of Long Island’s most accomplished and respected trial attorneys. Practicing law for over 30 years, he specializes in all phases of federal and state criminal defense, civil rights and plaintiff's personal injury litigation.

Described by members of the judiciary as "an attorney of the highest caliber," and "one of the finest lawyers on Long Island," Mr. La Pinta represents the highest standards in the legal community. He has been selected to the 2014-2020 editions of "Super Lawyers" magazine and has earned the “Preeminent - AV” rating with the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Attorney Peer Rating System....

As a former Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County, Andrew gained valuable experience while handling countless felony and misdemeanor cases. While an Assistant District Attorney he prosecuted a variety of criminal cases including murder, drug sale & possession, assault, DWI, theft and many others. Also, while a prosecutor he coordinated various investigations with state and local law enforcement, developing relationships he still maintains today. Now as a criminal defense attorney Andrew has defended all types of criminal investigations and offenses including complex white collar crimes, million dollar thefts, grand and petit larcenies, assault, drug offenses, sex offenses, DWI/DUI,...

Mark I. Cohen began his legal career in 1985 as an Assistant District Attorney in the Office of the Honorable Mario Merola, Bronx County District Attorney, where he served as a trial attorney in the White Collar Crime, Rackets and Investigation Division.

Thereafter, Mr. Cohen was an associate attorney with Mound Cotton & Wollan, a prestigious litigation firm in Manhattan where he handled a variety of complex fraud matters and defended international corporations and criminal defendants.

In late 1990, Mr. Cohen left Mound Cotton & Wollan to start the Law Office of Mark I. Cohen, his own Criminal Defense practice in Manhattan....