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Criminal Law

Accomplished Rochester Criminal Defense Attorneys

DWI - Drug Charges - Internet Crimes - Fraud - Underage/College Crimes Lawyer

If you have been arrested for a criminal offense, your primary goal is to remain free. The best way to protect your freedom and minimize the potential consequences is to work with an experienced lawyer and build the best possible criminal defense. At the Rochester law offices of Burke & Burke, we will fashion a defense in line with your priorities and build a plan to resolve your criminal law concerns.

A Tradition of Legal Excellence in Rochester Since 1957
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When you work with our firm, you work directly with our attorneys. Handling your criminal defense directly, you will receive the benefit of our experience, time, and understanding of the New York court system. Explaining your options from the start, we will help you decide between taking a plea bargain, allowing a case to be presented to a grand jury, and making motions and presenting evidence.

With every criminal law option we give you, we will also give you our opinion as to its likelihood of success. We will make sure you understand all factors that will affect your case, including the roles of the prosecutor and judge. When you understand the best-case scenario, the worst-case scenario, and the risks involved, you will be ready to make a smart decision regarding your future.

At Burke & Burke, we have handled the following criminal law cases in the state and federal courts of New York for over 50 years:

  • DWI & DWAI: Whether this is your first drunk driving charge or you are a repeat offender, you will face criminal law and administrative concerns after your DWI.
  • Internet Crimes: From fraud and identity theft to child pornography, we understand the serious consequences facing people charged with Internet crimes.
  • While Collar Crimes: Our firm handles both state and federal white collar crimes, including fraud, embezzlement, larceny, and forgery.
  • University & College Crime: We represent students, faculty, and staff of colleges and universities in Upstate New York. We can help you deal with all criminal and administrative consequences.

Attorney Adrian Burke has successfully defended thousands of clients throughout his career, ranging from local residents to students at many area schools (including, among others, the University of Rochester, St. John Fisher College, Nazareth College, Geneseo State (State University College at Geneseo), Brockport State (State University College at Brockport), Rochester Institute of Technology ("RIT"), Monroe Community College ("MCC"), Genesee Community College ("GCC") and Finger Lakes Community College). As a former member of the Monroe County District Attorney's Office, he understands the legal system from both sides of the aisle. Having practiced exclusively in Rochester and its surrounding counties his entire career, he knows the local courts and understands the challenges facing those with criminal law concerns in Upstate New York.

For all areas of criminal law, our firm offers flexible payment plans. We will not let short-term financial constraints get in the way of your long-term future.

Contact Us

With offices next to the Monroe County Office Building in the four corners neighborhood of downtown Rochester, we are available during weekly business hours. We are dedicated to returning all phone calls within twenty-four hours. We also travel to meet clients in jail or elsewhere as needed. Contact us today for a free initial consultation at (888) 619-9915.