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Michael S Pollok

Michael S Pollok

Over 30 Yrs Experience In Criminal Defense & DUI
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Juvenile Law ...
  • EDNY, NDNY, New York, SDNY
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Biography

I am Michael S. Pollok, an AV Peer Reviewed rated attorney who dedicates my practice solely to criminal law across New York’s local, state, and federal courts. Over the years, I have defended clients against a wide array of criminal charges, including DUI. My legal services cover a broad spectrum, from plea negotiations and advanced motion practice to bail hearings, criminal trials, and appeals. I also handle vacating warrants, post-conviction motions such as habeas corpus, regulatory criminal investigations, post-conviction professional licensing hearings (Board of Regents/OPD), applications for certificates of relief from civil disabilities and good conduct, as well as commutation or expungement proceedings. Additionally, I have experience mitigating other consequences of criminal convictions, such as minimizing the risk of deportation for permanent resident aliens and visa holders and DACA.

Previously, I was an associate at Barrett, Gravante, Carpinello & Stern, LLP (now merged with Boies, Schiller and Flexner, LLP) in Manhattan. My role there involved white-collar criminal defense litigation and appeals, as well as complex civil litigation, including investigations and litigation on behalf of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Resolution Trust Corporation involving failed savings and loan institutions. I also served on the Criminal Justice Act panel for the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, the Assigned Counsel Plan for the Appellate Division, First Department, and the pro-bono panel for the New York State Court of Appeals.

After my tenure at Barrett, Gravante, Carpinello & Stern, LLP, I established a solo practice. Later, I joined Hoffman & Pollok, LLP, Allegaert, Berger and Vogel, LLP, and Marvin and Marvin, PLLC as “of counsel”. Currently, I practice in Kingston, New York, and Red Hook, New York, where I focus exclusively on criminal defense and traffic violations in New York’s Hudson Valley.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License
White Collar Crime
Appeals & Appellate
Federal Appeals
Fees
  • Free Consultation
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  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Most criminal cases are flat fees rather than hourly. There are no hidden costs and everything is disclosed upfront and in writing.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
EDNY
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NDNY
ID Number: 509667
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New York
New York State Office of Court Administration
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SDNY
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1st Circuit
ID Number: 82511
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2nd Circuit
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Attorney
Law Offices of Michael Pollok, PLLC
- Current
Education
Bard College
M.A. (2010) | History
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St. John's University School of Law
J.D. (1993) | Law
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George Washington University - Virginia Campus
B.A. (1989) | Political Science
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Honors: George Washington Award
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Awards
AV Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
Martindale Hubbell
Top 100
The National Trial Lawyers
Rating A+
BBB Accredited Business
Professional Associations
National DUI Defense College
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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Use Video Hook Ups For Arraignments
New York Law Journal
The Requirements of Hurrell-Harring: Providing Counsel At Arraignments
The New York Law Journal
Speaking Engagements
Social Hosting Law and Minors, DWI, Rhinebeck High School
CLE: Representing the Impaired Client: DWI and DWAI, A Panel Discussion coordinated by Hon. Jonah Triebwasser
Websites & Blogs
Website
State and Federal Criminal Defense: Law Offices of Michael Pollok, PLLC
Website
Website
Law Offices of Michael Pollok, PLLC
Legal Answers
6 Questions Answered
Q. Can prior undocumented crimes affect current charges?
A: It depends on whether the admissions were taken in violation of his Miranda rights. I would need to know all the facts and circumstances of how he came to be interviewed and whether he was in custody and whether he waived his Miranda rights. But assuming the statements were legally taken, then of course they can investigate and potentially charge him for other crimes if they have independent sources of evidence because a defendant can’t be convicted based upon his statement alone, the admission must be corroborated by other evidence.
Q. Court reschedule concern for Class A misdemeanor on Presidents' Day.
A: Posting on here is not helpful; you need to reach your attorney.
Q. Being stalked
A: You have to contact the local police precinct where these people live in Queens to file criminal charges against them. You have to go to the precinct, make a statement and provide your evidence to the police.
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Contact & Map
Red Hook Office
7472 South Broadway
Suite 3
Red Hook, NY 12571
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Telephone: (845) 758-3676
Fax: (845) 853-1628
Kingston Office
44 Main Street
Suite 8
Kingston, NY 12401
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Telephone: (845) 758-3676
Fax: (845) 853-1628