Meet Our Team
Founding Attorney
Laurence A. Silverman, Esq., Larry to those who know him, received his
law degree from the prestigious New York University Law School, class
of 1974, after graduating from Penn State University. Practicing continuously
on Long Island for more than 30 years, Mr. Silverman has successfully
represented thousands of clients in
criminal defense cases. He has completed over 100 jury trials and is well-known and respected
in all local courts.
Attorney Silverman's criminal defense experience is wide-ranging and
covers every type of felony and
misdemeanor criminal charge in the New York State Penal Law including DWI (driving
while intoxicated or driving while under the influence of drugs), sales
and possession of controlled substances, murder, robbery, rape and other
sex offenses, individual or gang assault, grand larceny, embezzlement,
tax fraud, gun and other weapons possession, larceny, possession of stolen
property, damage to property, petty theft, serious traffic offenses, and
violations of probation and parole. Mr. Silverman's clients speak
of him as a compassionate, successful and effective Suffolk County criminal lawyer.
Read what our clients have to say about us on our
testimonials page!
Education
- New York University Law School, JD 1974
- Pennsylvania State University, BS 1970
Memberships and Affiliations
- New York State Bar
- United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of New York
- United States Federal Court for the Southern District of New York
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
- Suffolk County Bar Association
- Nassau County Bar Association
- Past Member of the Board; Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association
Managing Attorney
Andrew Karpf, Esq. defends people facing all types of New York state misdemeanor
and felony charges, including attempted murder,
drug offenses, theft, fraud, burglary, and robbery. As an experienced federal criminal
defense attorney, he also handles cases in federal court, such as federal
drug trafficking charges, racketeering, and civil cases where compensation
is sought for false arrest, excessive force, and police misconduct. In
addition, he handles probation and parole cases and represents minors
who have been charged with juvenile crimes.
Attorney Karpf believes in a two-pronged approach to criminal defense.
The majority of criminal charges can, and should, be resolved. "I
will work hard to do exactly that." However, in order to negotiate
a satisfactory resolution, you will need a lawyer who is known for trying
cases successfully. The reputation of your attorney can make the difference
between a satisfactory plea offer and a trial you do not want. When your
freedom and livelihood are at stake, you need a lawyer who is willing
to take your case as far as it needs to go.
When choosing a criminal defense lawyer, you cannot afford to take a risk
with the wrong lawyer, and you certainly
cannot afford to delay hiring the best. An hour of delay on your behalf allows law enforcement to initiate, investigate,
and indict. Gerry Spence, one of America's most honored criminal defense
lawyers once said, "Criminal cases are won on opening statements,
not closing arguments."
Education
- Touro College, Fuchsberg Law Center, JD 1988
- Oswego State University, BA 1984
Memberships & Affiliations
- New York State Defender's Association
- United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of New York
- United States Federal Court for the Southern District of New York
- New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Brooklyn Bar Association
- Past Board Member of the Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association
Senior Trial Attorney
Peter Bark is a name that commands respect in the state and federal courts
of New York. This respect is built on
more than 40 years of successful criminal defense representation for people accused of the
most serious offenses. His knowledge of the law has gained him tremendous
respect among his peers and judges.
When you choose Peter Bark to handle your criminal defense, you can rest
assured that he will fight for you every step of the way. He takes pride
in his ability to take on the most challenging and complex state and federal
criminal defense cases.
Attorney Peter Bark has focused his practice primarily on criminal defense
for 40 years. Whether you have been arrested for
drunk driving or are facing serious federal drug charges, you can count on him to protect
your rights.
Throughout his career, Peter has made it his goal to provide excellent
criminal defense to his clients. As a
New York criminal defense attorney, he has completed over 300 jury trials and has tried 5 murder trials to
verdict. In addition, Mr. Bark has won more than 80% of his gun possession
trials in state and federal courts.
Education
- Brooklyn Law School, BL 1964
- Brooklyn College, BA 1961
Memberships and Affiliations
- New York State Bar
- United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of New York
- United States Federal Court for the Southern District of New York
- New York State Defender's Association
Our support staff, paralegal Lydia Gonzales, administrative assistant,
Susana Baez and secretary Kelly Campos, have combined legal experience
of more than 20 years. Their knowledge and efficiency in assisting our
crimnial defense lawyers in handling the details of your cases is exceptional.
Their kindness and compassion toward our clients reflect the attitude
of our attorneys. You will always be treated with respect and care by
our staff, and we strive to handle your case in an efficient and effective manner.
All three staff members are
bilingual and can effectively communicate with all of our clients.