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Biography
Attorney James L. Riotto has an impressive law enforcement background combined with substantial criminal defense experience. His extensive experience as a state trooper, within law enforcement, and in criminal prosecution provides a unique perspective that sets him apart from other Rochester criminal defense attorneys. Clients get the benefit of an attorney with a clear understanding of both sides of their legal issues.
Education
- Albany Law School
- J.D.
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- State University of New York - College at Cortland
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Professional Experience
- Attorney
- Law Office of James L. Riotto
- Current
- Trooper
- New York State Police
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- Enforced New York State Penal Law and Vehicle and Traffic Law Conducted Criminal Investigations Certified New York State Instructor
- Police Officer
- State of New York University Police
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- Enforced New York State Penal Law and Vehicle and Traffic Law Conducted Criminal Investigations
- Correction Officer
- Federal Bureau of Prisons and NYS Department of Corrections
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- Supervised and transported inmates.
Publications
Articles & Publications
- DWI coordinator in Upstate New York faces DWI charges
- Riotto Law Blog
Speaking Engagements
- Careers in the Legal Field, Hot Careers Lunch and Learn
- CLE Field Sobriety Testing, Client Centered Representation
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Monroe County Public Defender's Office
Certifications
- Certified Instructor
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- New York State Certified Instructor
- New York State Police
Awards
- 2023 AV Preeminent
- Martindale-Hubble
- Highest Possible Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards
- Rising Star
- Superlawyers
- 2020 AV Preeminent
- Martindale Hubble
- 2019 AV Preeminent
- Martindale Hubble
- Highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards
- Rising Star
- Superlawyers
Professional Associations
- Monroe County Bar Association
- Member
- Current
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- New York State Bar
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- New York
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- 2nd Circuit
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- Federal Court - Western and Northern Districts of New York
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Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
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