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Michael J Stachowski

Michael J Stachowski

" The Defense Never Rests"
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Divorce ...
  • New York, New York
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Biography

Michael Stachowski Is a skilled trial Lawyer ,having tried criminal matters from simple DWI and various misdemeanors , to serious felonies, Burglary Robbery ,Rape Murder, Assault and white collar crime ib state court . In federal court he has tried many from Immigration fraud , Drug and Gun conspiracies, RICO,Sex Trafficking and white Collar crime. He has been successful as a Defense Attorney. He has a A very successful track record as an Appellate Lawyer In both State and federal courts. He got a person out of jail after 18 years for Lack "Of Effective assistance of his trial lawyer. He has handled and tried Divorce Custody Relocation Support Finances in the area of Divorce and family law. He has tried Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice,, business dissolution and estate and Probate cases. Michael was a Confidential Clerk to the Supreme Court ,Justice Kasler. He was town prosecutor and Town Attorney in Cheektowaga for 20 years. He tried Tax certiorari and Zoning cases while there. He also did appeals for the Town.
He was educated at Canisius College Buffalo Law School. He has a Distinguished Peer rating from Martindale . He has been named one of the top 100 Criminal Lawyers in New York by the National Trial Lawyers every year since 2020. He has also been named to the Distinguished lawyers of America in Criminal Defense He is also an Eagle Scout and the Advancement chair for the GNF Council of the Boy Scouts. Michael is the kind of experienced lawyer who is relentless in his advocacy of his clients legal rights. His motto is the" Defense never rests" His results and experience make him a top choice for your legal needs.

Education
Hague Institute of International Law
Certificate Multi National Corporations
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State University of New York - Buffalo
J.D. (1973)
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Canisius College
B.A. (1970) | e
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Professional Experience
Attorney
Michael J Stachowski PC
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Town Attorney
town of Cheektowaga
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Litigation Deputy/Town Prosecutor
Town of Cheetowaga
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Counsel to Dennis T Gorski
New York Assembly
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Confidential Clerk
New York Court System
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Confidential clerk to Justice Kasler Handled Criminal Trial from Attica Prison Riot
Attorney
Sportservice Corpoation (now Delaware North)
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In house counsel to largest concessionaire in country
Speaking Engagements
Car Searches 4th Ammendment, Buffalo Library
Assigned Counsel
Administrative Search Warrants, Association of Towns, NYC
Association of Towns
Tax Certiorari
Erie County Bar
Awards
Criminal Law
Lawyers of Distinction
Peer recommended
Top 100 Criminal Law New York State
National Trial Lawyers
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Professional Associations
Lawyers of Distinction
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American Bar Association
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New York State Bar  # 1764653
Member
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Erie County Bar Association
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
ID Number: 1764653
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2nd Circuit
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    Personal Injury
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    fees are set based on complexity of the case
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
White Collar Crime
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. My husband was charged with conspiracy with the intent to distribute large amounts of cocaine and fentanyl last oct
A: I have worked on many Federal Drug conspiracy cases They often take 3 or more years to get to trial. Often the delay is intentional on the part of the Government especially with detained defendants. This is done in order to get defendants to proffer and assist in prosecuting those most responsible for the distribution. Cooperating witnesses often receive in their plea agreements a 5K departure for substantial assistance. Larger conspiracies languish with the magistrate until all the pretrial motions of all of the defendants are resolved. The larger the conspiracy the longer this procedure takes before a trial date is set. An experienced Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer can help wade through the minefields of a Federal Criminal Conspiracy. Michael J Stachowski Criminal Defense Lawyer. ... Read More
Q. Can THEY put me in jail ?
A: Given the circumstances and your clean record it is unlikely that you will face Jail. Hire a good criminal lawyer. This case seems to cry out for what in New York is an ACD Adjournment in Contemplation of Dismissal. It may require a mental health assessment but a Good criminal Lawyer can guide you through the process. The six month delay and no police report will call her credibility into question. Hire an experienced criminal Lawyer to resolve this complicated Family matter which has spun into a criminal proceeding. Michael J Stachowski
Q. In NYS, do I have to continue paying my ex-wife maintenance payments if she moves in with another guy?
A: Yes!, unless your separation -Property settlement agreement contains a paragraph terminating alimony/maintenance upon continuous cohabitation with an unrelated male. There is another but more costly route a motion in Supreme court to cancel alimony/maintenance based on holding out as the spouse of another. This is fact driven based on the conduct of your ex and her currant significant other. There is case law dictating the conditions of such an action on your part. My best advice is to consult an experienced Matrimonial Lawyer. He or she will know how to handle this complex area of law if your agreement is silent on this issue. Michael J Stachowski Buffalo NY
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Michael J Stachowski PC
2025 Clinton St
Buffalo, NY 14206
Telephone: (716) 824-5353