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New York City Criminal Defense Attorney

Aggressive Advocacy from a Former Prosecutor

Attorney Mark Bederow is an accomplished New York City criminal defense attorney and a former Manhattan, NY prosecutor with more than 20 years of legal experience.

He is known as a zealous and strategic advocate who works tirelessly to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients in New York, whether that includes skillfully negotiating a positive solution or vigorously defending a client's rights at trial.

When Should You Hire a New York City Criminal Lawyer?

You should hire a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. In a perfect world, it would be helpful to have an attorney present at the time of your arrest. However, in reality, that is not an option.

That being said, it is highly recommended to attempt to contact an attorney immediately after being released from your arrest.

At the Law Office of Mark A. Bederow, P.C., our New York criminal defense lawyer provide high-quality legal representation that is uniquely tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals.

He practices in federal and state courts throughout New York City – from Brooklyn to Queens to Staten Island – and the surrounding areas of Nassau County, Westchester, Orange, Rockland, and Dutchess counties, as well as New Jersey.

When your future or freedom hangs in the balance, Mr. Bederow can provide the counsel needed to tip the scales of justice in your favor.

Call (212) 256-9491 or fill out our online contact form today to schedule a confidential consultation with a New York City criminal lawyer!

A Track Record of Success In New York
  • Dismissal of Domestic Violence Charges

    Dismissal and sealing of all charges against a New York City teacher falsely accused by his girlfriend of domestic violence.

  • Dismissal of all Charges

    Dismissal and sealing of all charges in Westchester County against a banking executive brought by his wife amid a matrimonial dispute. Charges were dismissed after extensive motion practice.

  • DWI

    Successfully negotiated resolution which will result in a traffic infraction for a clientwho registered a .28% blood alcohol reading after causing an accident.

  • Dismissal of 3 Assualts

    Dismissal and sealing of 3 assault and contempt cases brought by the Manhattan DA against a musician while he was embroiled in contentious Family Court litigation with the complaining witness.

  • Dismissal of Larceny Charges

    Gained dismissal and sealing of all charges against a financial trader observed on video using a friend's stolen credit card to purchase goods from an electronics store.

  • Perjury/Law Enforcement Professionals

    Successful defense of NYPD officer accused by Manhattan DA of perjury. Client was never charged.

Why Hire Us?

  • Outstanding Case Results
    A proven track record of success in complex and high-stakes cases. We fight for outcomes that protect your future.
  • Former Manhattan Prosecutor
    Insider knowledge from years on the other side of the courtroom. We use that experience to anticipate strategies and strengthen your defense.
  • Nationally Recognized
    Consistently acknowledged by leading legal organizations and media for excellence, ethics, and client satisfaction.
  • Over 20 Years of Experience
    Decades of courtroom and negotiation expertise. We bring sharp judgment and seasoned strategy to every case we handle.
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Decades of Experience

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    Attorney Mark Bederow, a former prosecutor at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, is well-known for aggressive advocacy on behalf of his clients. He has successfully represented clients in serious matters where people's liberty and future rest in the balance. As an experienced and creative advocate, Mr. Bederow has gained favorable outcomes for his clients through trials, contested legal proceedings, legal argument, negotiation, and demonstrating clients' innocence. Mr. Bederow's practice is concentrated on traditional street crime and white-collar crime prosecuted in New York and New Jersey's federal and state courts.

    Over the course of more than 20 years practicing criminal law as a Manhattan assistant district attorney and in private practice, Mr. Bederow has earned a reputation as a zealous advocate, a legal strategist, and a top-notch trial attorney. This skill set has served his clients well; Mr. Bederow works tirelessly to reach a favorable outcome for his clients, and as an accomplished trial attorney, he is prepared to try a case if it is in the best interest of a client.

    Mr. Bederow spent four years at a large international law firm, where he represented business entities and individuals in substantial white collar matters, including federal criminal proceedings and internal investigations. Mr. Bederow's reputation and experience have resulted in his frequently being called upon to provide legal commentary on criminal matters of public interest in national and local television and print media.

    A Reputation For Victory

    Mr. Bederow has an exceptional track record of success as a defense attorney and prosecutor:

    • In one case which received worldwide media attention, he successfully defended a former Supervisory Special Agent of the FBI against four counts of murder arising out of allegations that he assisted a notorious Mafia informant commit organized-crime related murders in Brooklyn. All charges were dismissed mid-trial after defense cross-examination exposed that the prosecution's chief witnesses were lying.
    • Among his many trial successes are acquittals in serious sexual assault cases and several self-defense cases, including a well-known Manhattan case in which an opera singer was accused of assaulting a doctor over a petty dispute at a Trader Joe's store in Manhattan.
    • In another well-known case, Mr. Bederow successfully represented a Florida landscaper who faced several years in prison for accidentally bringing a loaded firearm into Manhattan. Mr. Bederow's client was acquitted by a jury after less than 30 minutes of deliberation.
    • Mr. Bederow has successfully defended several citizens who unknowingly found themselves facing years in state prison after being accused of violating New York's stringent gun possession laws. In addition to the Florida case referenced above, he recently represented another Florida resident who accidentally brought a firearm into New York. Although the Queens District Attorney sought prison, all charges were dismissed against Mr. Bederow's client after he appeared before a grand jury.
    • Mr. Bederow's advocacy has resulted in the dismissal of charges or non-criminal resolutions for several clients arrested with firearms at LaGuardia and JFK airport. Finally, in a case which received national attention about the wisdom of New York's gun law, Mr. Bederow successfully negotiated a non-jail resolution for a former Marine arrested at the Empire State Building with a loaded firearm.

    Attorney Bederow Never Stops Fighting

    Mr. Bederow also assists clients with wrongful convictions and post-conviction re-investigation and litigation. His relentless advocacy recently resulted in an innocent client who was wrongfully prosecuted in Brooklyn being released after being incarcerated for one year. This injustice received prominent media attention and became a key issue in the most recent campaign for Brooklyn District Attorney. Among Mr. Bederow's current clients is John Giuca, whose 2005 wrongful conviction for a high-profile 2003 Brooklyn murder is presently being reviewed by the Brooklyn DA's Conviction Review Unit.

    History Of Success

    Prior to entering private practice in 2004, Mr. Bederow served as an assistant district attorney at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, which is the pre-eminent state prosecutor's office in the United States.

    As a prosecutor at the nation's leading prosecutor's office, Mr. Bederow conducted many significant investigations and prosecutions:

    • In a case which received worldwide attention, he prosecuted one of the first indictments under New York's hate crime statute when he successfully prosecuted a German national who attempted to burn down a Jewish neighbor's apartment in a Manhattan high-rise apartment building.
    • He successfully tried a police officer who, only months after 9/11, assaulted an Egyptian cab driver.
    • While in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Mr. Bederow also trained younger prosecutors in trial practice and supervised several attorneys in making charging decisions for new arrests.
    • Mr. Bederow also successfully tried People v. Sumpter, 190 Misc.2d 115 (App. Term 1st Dept 2001) , a sexual abuse prosecution which clarified the New York standard on what constitutes "sexual gratification."

    Mr. Bederow's clients include individuals and business entities, including:

    • A best-selling New York Times author
    • An internationally acclaimed artist
    • A well-known publishing executive
    • Accountants
    • Athletes
    • Attorney
    • Business owners
    • Contractors
    • Detectives
    • Doctors
    • FBI agents
    • Financial executives
    • Hollywood personalities
    • Law enforcement officers
    • NYPD captains
    • Professors
    • Professional musicians
    • Public officials
    • Real-estate professionals
    • Students
    • Teachers
    • Many others

Testimonials

    “Under Mark's care, the case was ultimately dismissed and expunged”
    Mark Bederow came to the rescue on the worst day of my life. He represented me after a manic episode in 2016 during which I'd been violent. (At the time I was untreated and unmedicated for bipolar 1. I wrote a book about my very fortunate journey to acceptance and better health called BURN RATE: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind, published 2022.) Under Mark's care, the case was ultimately dismissed and expunged. Forever grateful to Mark for shining light during the darkest days of my life. He is a wonderful human being and an outstanding attorney, and it is a privilege that I was able to work with him. I feel lucky, and I wish Mark's services for anyone dealing with anything, including a mental health issue that becomes a criminal matter.
    - A.D.
    “I only have good things to say about this criminal law specialist”
    As a retired attorney I only have good things to say about this criminal law specialist. Unfortunately for those of us who live in Florida he works in New York State
    - A.Z.
    “He answered my calls and questions very promptly”
    Mark was a pleasure to work with. He answered my calls and questions very promptly, and provided expert legal knowledge to help me get my son's case dismissed. Would highly recommend Mark.
    - C.E.
    “I trust him implicitly when it comes to making legal decisions”
    Mark is fantastic. He's as honest as you can get, and his knowledge and confidence is unparalleled. I trust him implicitly when it comes to making legal decisions. He's a pleasure to work with.
    - M.H.
    “He’s the only lawyer I’ve ever met that actually listens to his client’s”
    We have dealt with many lawyers in the past several years and 99% of them want the most amount of money to do the least amount of work. Mark Bederow is not your typical lawyer. He’s the only lawyer I’ve ever met that actually listens to his client’s suggestions and utilizes their input, and if he doesn’t he explains why. I’ve never met a lawyer as intelligent, passionate about winning, and completely in his client’s corner. Mark Bederow is brilliant, he is a champion of justice, and his love for the law is evident as he relentlessly fights for his clients. He is definitely the best criminal lawyer in NYC, and quite possibly NY State.
    - A.F.
    “Mark made a world of difference”
    Mark made a world of difference in the outcome of a much less than favorable case.
    - M.W. & L. W.
    “I have made giant steps toward obtaining justice”
    After over a decade of battling government corruption in NY State, I was introduced to Mark Bederow. Since retaining Mark, who's expertise is finding justice for those abused by the legal system, I have made giant steps toward obtaining justice and getting my life back.
    - K.C.
    “Very detail-ortiented and organized as a person”
    Great human-being overall. Very detail-ortiented and organized as a person with a lot of knowledge in handling legal matters. Already recommended and will refer him in the near future. The reviews speak for themselves.
    - E.T.

A Track Record of Success in New York

Mr. Bederow is a nationally recognized New York criminal defense attorney with a well-earned reputation as an intelligent and formidable advocate for the criminally accused. New York City Defense Attorney, Mr. Bederow delivers results-driven representation in connection with serious, complex, and high-stakes criminal litigation.

He has earned the respect of his colleagues and prosecutors for his professionalism, legal acumen, sound judgment, and highly successful trial advocacy skills. In addition to frequently handling high-profile and sensitive matters, Mr. Bederow is often called upon by New York and national media outlets to provide legal analysis and commentary on other criminal defense New York cases of public interest.

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