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What happened?

Criminal cases move fast. Start with what happened.

Visitors should see their problem in seconds. Each card gives them a clear path to the right defense conversation.

Arrest or DATI was arrested or given a desk appearance ticket.

Immediate defense review for arraignment, release conditions, protection orders, and first court dates.

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DWI / vehicle caseI was stopped, tested, refused, or had an accident.

DWI, refusal, DMV hearings, crash allegations, reckless driving, and vehicular charges.

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Under investigationDetectives, agents, or prosecutors contacted me.

Get advice before making statements, meeting investigators, or handing over records.

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Serious felonyI am facing a violent felony, sex crime, fraud, or homicide charge.

High-stakes defense for charges that can affect freedom, registration, employment, licensing, and reputation.

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Federal caseI have an EDNY, SDNY, or federal investigation issue.

Federal defense for fraud, white collar, proffers, indictments, target letters, and sentencing matters nationwide.

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Family memberSomeone I care about was arrested or charged.

Find out where the case is, what happens next, and how to avoid hurting the defense.

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Why Lebedin Kofman

Why people call Lebedin Kofman first.

When a case can affect your freedom, record, license, career, family, or reputation, you need speed, proof, attorney access, and a defense plan before the case moves further.

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Fast answers

Arrests, DWI stops, court dates, and investigations can get worse quickly without guidance.

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Review proof

Hundreds of public reviews, serious-case experience, and representative matters help you evaluate the firm before you call.

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Clear strategy

Talk through the facts, risk, deadlines, evidence, defenses, and next steps with a criminal defense lawyer.

Hundreds of reviews

Thousands of New Yorkers and people from across the country and around the world have trusted us when everything was on the line.

Before someone calls a lawyer, they need proof: real reviews, serious-case experience, and a firm that can explain the next move fast.

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"Experience with Lebedin Kofman LLP was stellar."

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"Case completely dismissed."

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"Guided me every step of the way."

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Serious criminal defense

When your future is at stake, you need more than a legal article.

People call a criminal defense lawyer because they are scared, exposed, and unsure what happens next. Lebedin Kofman LLP steps in quickly, explains the real risks, and starts building a defense around the facts that matter.

Attorney review before statements, court appearances, or critical deadlines.
Defense strategy built around the charges, evidence, court posture, and leverage.
Trial-ready pressure

The prosecution has a plan. Your defense should have one too.

Whether the issue is a DWI stop, a felony complaint, a sex-offense allegation, a federal investigation, or a serious vehicular case, early defense work can preserve evidence and prevent avoidable mistakes.

Challenge stops, searches, statements, identifications, testing, and causation.
Protect bail, license, employment, immigration, reputation, and family consequences.
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Real guidance, fast

You should know what to do next before the system moves again.

A consultation is the first defensive step. The goal is to reduce panic, identify urgent risks, and help you make informed decisions before court dates, deadlines, police contact, or DMV consequences move further.

Clear answers for clients and families who do not know where to start.
Free consultation focused on immediate risks and next steps.
What happens after you call

Call, get oriented, and stop guessing.

A free consultation helps you understand the immediate risks, what not to do, and what defense steps may matter before the case moves again.

Step 1Tell us what happened.

Arrest, DWI stop, investigation, court date, search, accusation, or family emergency.

Step 2Attorney review.

A lawyer identifies risk, deadlines, exposure, and what evidence matters.

Step 3Defense plan.

We map court strategy, investigation needs, suppression issues, and next moves.

Step 4Move fast.

Preserve video, prepare for court, protect your record, and avoid mistakes.

Frequently asked questions

What people need to know before they call.

Should I talk to police first?

No one should make statements without understanding the risk. Call before speaking, texting, or turning over records.

Can you help before arrest?

Yes. Early defense work can protect statements, preserve evidence, and sometimes affect how the case starts.

What if I have court soon?

Call immediately. Court dates, arraignments, warrants, protection orders, and license issues can move quickly.

How fast can I speak with someone?

Call now for a free consultation so the firm can review the urgent issue and help you understand the next step.

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Police, prosecutors, courts, and DMV deadlines do not wait. Talk to a New York criminal defense attorney and find out what your best next move may be.

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