Legal Services New York

The Portela Law Firm, PC

Legal Services New York
Top Notch Attorneys: 24 hours/7 days per week

Address
177 Wadsworth Avenue
Place
New York, NY   10033 
Landline
(212) 927-7363
Mobile
(917) 774-9617
E-Mail
manuel@portelalaw.com
E-Mail
brunilda@portelalaw.com
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fdesk@portelalaw.com
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Website
newyorkimmigrantdefenselawyer.com

Description

The criminal defense and immigration defense team at The Portela Law Firm, P.C. will do everything possible to protect your freedom, as well as your right to remain in this country if you are a non-citizen. To that end, the firm has immigration and criminal defense departments that work together to achieve positive outcomes for clients charged with serious criminal offenses. The legal team will take aggressive and swift action to prevent a conviction that jeopardizes your freedom and removal from the United States if you are not a citizen.

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24hours/7 days per week for new arrests

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Products And Services

  • Child Abuse

    LEGAL HELP FOR PERSONS CHARGED WITH CHILD ABUSE Child abuse is classified as a felony. You are at risk paying a heavy fine and spending time in jail or prison when faced with such a charge. It is thus vital you enlist the help of a New York criminal defense attorney who also has extensive experience in criminal law. The Portela Law Firm, P.C. has successfully defended countless clients from criminal charges throughout New York and has protected their rights and freedoms. Child abuse defenses may include exposing false or exaggerated claims, such as those that may occur during contentious custody battles, sufficiently clarifying simple misunderstandings, and more. The legal team at the firm will review your case to determine the best approach for your specific circumstances. CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN NYC The firm may pursue various routes to safeguard your freedom and reputation. These can include reduction and removal of criminal charges, fighting to win an acquittal, appeal or a motion to vacate a conviction, plea or sentence. Founding partner Manuel Portela's background as an Assistant District Attorney provides him with vast knowledge and experience from which to draw during his tireless advocacy of your rights.

  • Domestic Violence

    ARE YOU AN NEW YORK RESIDENT CHARGED WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE? In NYC, domestic violence incidents require that an arrest be made. These particular charges tend to be complex, in that witness testimonies can change, and a lot of family emotion is involved. It takes an experienced criminal defense lawyer to bring calm and reason into such a situation. Those convicted of domestic violence in the state of New York are subjected to heavy penalties and fines, which can include lengthy jail time in many cases. Those convicted also often face restraining orders or protective orders, extensive counseling and classes, and the possible loss of custody of children. If you are facing domestic violence charges you need to immediately contact a New York criminal defense attorney to get your rights protected in this difficult time. DEFENDING NEW YORK RESIDENTS AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CHARGES For over twenty years, attorneys at The Portela Law Firm, P.C. have been aggressively and successfully defending clients charged with domestic violence. You need a firm with a long track record of putting together defense strategies and case-winning plans on behalf of clients facing these tough and painful charges. The firm resolutely fights for the rights of individuals determined to protect their rights. A domestic violence conviction can have devastating effects on your family, and on your life. Do not be left unprotected. The firm is here to help.

  • Drug Crimes

    HAVE YOU BEEN CHARGED WITH A DRUG CRIME IN NYC? Drug crimes are prosecuted aggressively and require the intelligent defense efforts of a New York criminal defense attorney. Certain drug crimes are federal offenses, some are considered felonies and in some instances, drug crime charges can result in removal proceedings being initiated against you. The severity of your charges and the consequences depend on the type and amount of drug involved, the specific crime allegedly committed and the presence of any aggravating factors such as the involvement of children. Your criminal record can also have a bearing on how the prosecution pursues your case and any penalties ordered by the court. Drug charges can be filed for: Possession (including illegal possession of prescription drugs) Sales Cultivation / manufacturing Transportation Importation / trafficking Prescription fraud Drug conspiracy As a New York resident, it is vital you seek immediate legal assistance if accused or arrested on drug related charges. The sooner your legal counsel comes on board, the more opportunity there is to defend your rights and seek ways to have your charges dropped or reduced.. DEFENSE FOR NEW YORK RESIDENTS CHARGED WITH DRUG CRIMES The Portela Law Firm's legal team will work relentlessly to build your best defense of your criminal case. With over 20 years in practice, founding partner Manuel Portela is qualified to address all types of cases at state and federal level and has successfully resolved thousands of cases. The attorneys and staff at the firm also speak Spanish and are standing by to help in any way they can.

  • DWI

    KNOW THE CRIMINAL CONSEQUENCES OF DWI IN NEW YORK Being charged with DWI is a frightening prospect under any circumstances. Penalties can include fines, imprisonment and the loss of your driver's license. The help of a New York criminal defense lawyer is vital in fighting to avoid these consequences. If you are in such a situation, then it is vital you have experienced legal counsel acting aggressively to protect your best interests. The Portela Law Firm, P.C. focuses on criminal law, giving you the immense benefit of representation skilled at addressing all factors involved in your case. Without a comprehensive approach, disastrous consequences can result. FIGHTING FOR YOUR RIGHTS IN A DWI CASE Do you need a New York DWI lawyer to defend you? The attorneys at the firm will thoroughly review your case for any opportunity to have your charges dismissed or reduced. Either approach can serve to protect you from potential incarceration. If your case does go to trial, they will use their considerable expertise in fighting to save you from conviction and its consequences. They understand what is at stake and will take the most strategic approach possible in fighting for your rights. The firm offers service in both English and Spanish.

  • Felonies

    WHAT ARE FELONIES? The list of which crimes are considered felonies has continued to evolve since the term was first introduced. As crimes that may cause an individual to be incarcerated in a state prison, one should realize the gravity of the felony charges they are facing and contact The Portela Law Firm, P.C. as soon as possible. It is imperative you have a New York criminal defense lawyer fighting for your rights and freedom if you have been accused of any of the following: - Drug Crimes - DWI - Firearms offenses - Fraud related offenses - Money laundering - Murder - Obstruction of justice - Perjury - Sex Crimes - Smuggling aliens - Theft crimes - Threats to national security - Violent crimes CONSEQUENCES OF A FELONY IN NY There are a number of consequences that a person may face if they are convicted of a felony such as: - Heavy fines - Incarceration in a state prison - Probation (or none, if your offense is severe) - Mandatory community service As you can see, the severity of the consequences is extreme in the event of a conviction for this category of a crime. What is so interesting about this particular subject of criminal law is that, when a court is looking at your case, they may determine that a criminal misdemeanor offense is actually an aggravated felony, therefore resulting in severe penalties. Fighting these criminal charges that have been placed against you is more important now than ever. At our firm, we are experienced in the criminal courtroom and we will fight relentlessly to protect your rights. NEW YORK CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY The Portela Law Firm, P.C. will take all possible measures in the fight to protect you from the serious consequences of a felony conviction. Since your freedom is at stake, it is vital you have a legal team intimately familiar with criminal law. The firm's legal team comes from diverse and illustrious backgrounds, pooling their resources to aggressively assert and protect the interests of their clients and the diverse population of New York. They can provide service in English or Spanish and are standing by to help you in any way they can.

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