Violent felony charges are among the most serious criminal allegations prosecuted in New York. These cases are often pursued aggressively and can move quickly once an arrest is made or an investigation begins. Allegations may involve claims of physical injury, use of force, threats, or the presence of a weapon. Because the consequences can be severe, early legal representation is critical to protect your rights and begin building a defense strategy from day one.

Orwin Legal provides criminal defense representation in New York violent felony cases, with particular focus on assault-related allegations. We evaluate the facts, examine the evidence, and identify legal defenses based on the circumstances of the incident and the applicable New York criminal statutes.

Our representation includes matters involving:

• Felony Conspiracy 
• Reckless Assault
• Vehicular Assault 
• Assault in the First, Second and Third
• Menacing
• Vehicular Manslaughter 
• Manslaughter 
• Criminal Trespass
• Burglary and Robbery 
• Armed Burglary and Armed Robbery 
• Criminal Mischief 
• Grand Larceny
• Criminal Contempt 1st and 2nd 
• Criminal Possession of Weapon charges 

Every case is evaluated based on the specific allegations, witness accounts, available documentation, and the potential sentencing exposure under New York law.

Strategic Defense Approach

Violent felony cases require detailed investigation and careful legal planning. Orwin Legal approaches each New York violent felony matter with a strategy tailored to the specific facts, evidence, and legal exposure involved. Our goal is to protect your rights, challenge weak or unreliable evidence, and pursue the strongest possible outcome.

Our defense approach includes:

• Comprehensive evidence review — police reports, medical records, surveillance footage, and other available materials
• Witness credibility analysis — identifying inconsistencies, bias, or unreliable accounts
• Examination of police procedures — reviewing arrests, searches, and investigative conduct for legal violations
• Self-defense and justification evaluation — analyzing whether the facts support lawful defenses under New York standards
• Negotiation strategy when appropriate — pursuing dismissals, reductions, or alternative resolutions when available
• Trial preparation and courtroom advocacy — building a trial-ready defense when litigation is required

With former prosecutorial experience, the firm also evaluates how a case is likely to be charged, argued, and negotiated in New York courts, allowing for proactive, informed defense planning.