Jeffrey H. Lichtman

Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in New York, New York

Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman
Jeffrey H. Lichtman
Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman

Practice areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes, Civil Rights; view more

Licensed in New York since: 1991

Education: Duke University School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2011 - 2025

Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman

441 Lexington Ave
Suite 504
New York, NY 10017 Visit website

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Jeffrey H. Lichtman, with over 34 years of experience in criminal defense, operates out of New York but takes on cases nationally, including in states such as Alabama, California and Illinois. His legal practice is based out of the Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman and encompasses a broad range of charges, covering both white collar crimes like securities fraud and health care fraud, as well as nonwhite collar offenses including narcotics and Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) violations. His client list is notable, featuring high-profile figures and cases that often attract media attention.

Mr. Lichtman earned his Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law in 1990 after completing his undergraduate studies at Emory University in 1987. He established his own law firm in 1999, where he has since demonstrated considerable success. His notable clients include high-profile figures such as John A. Gotti and Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman. His defense of Guzman during a three-and-a-half-month trial was particularly acclaimed, described by observers as both astonishing and wildly entertaining.

In the Gotti trial, Mr. Lichtman secured a dismissal of three murder conspiracy charges and an acquittal on a $25 million securities fraud charge, with the jury deadlocked on all other counts. His appellate successes are equally impressive, having secured the release of a client who was wrongfully convicted on multiple counts of sexual assault after a compelling appeal in New Jersey.

Mr. Lichtman’s skills in motion practice have also led to the pretrial dismissal of numerous cases, including a significant Medicaid fraud case. He holds an AV Preeminent* rating through Martindale-Hubbell and a perfect 10.0 Superb rating from Avvo, underscoring his recognition by peers and the judiciary.

An active member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Mr. Lichtman is also a frequent lecturer and media commentator. His insights into criminal defense have made him a sought-after speaker and guest on networks like FOX News Network and Court TV Media. His career and legal acumen have been profiled in several prominent publications, including New York Magazine and The New York Times.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Civil Rights, Employment Litigation: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Americans with Disabilities Act, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, Debt, Disability, Discrimination, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Employment Discrimination, Employment Law - Employer, Expungement, Failure to Pay Child Support, False Accusations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Native Peoples Law, Overdrawn Bank Account, Parole, Police Misconduct, Probation, Prosecution, Race Discrimination, Retaliation, Sex Offenses, Tax Evasion, Theft, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Termination

  • 40% Criminal Defense
  • 40% Criminal Defense: White Collar
  • 10% Civil Rights
  • 10% Employment Litigation: Plaintiff

First Admitted: 1991, New York

Professional Webpage: https://jeffreylichtman.com/attorney-profiles/jeffrey-lichtm...

Bar/Professional Activity:
  • U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 2021
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
  • New York
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut 
  • Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Northern and Western Districts of New York
  • U.S. Supreme Court
Verdicts/Settlements (Case Results):
  • Workplace sexual harassment settlement of $4.35 million, 2017
  • Workplace sexual assault settlement of $650,000, 2016
Representative Clients:
  • United States v. Gotti, 04 CR 690 (S.D.N.Y. 2005) -- After a nearly two month federal RICO trial, John Gotti, Jr.'s trial ended with the dismissal of three murder conspiracy charges, an acquittal on a $25 million securities fraud charge and a deadlocked jury on every remaining count. Just days after this stunning verdict, Mr. Lichtman secured Mr. Gotti's release on bail, 2005
  • State of Alabama v. John Doe (Tuscaloosa County, AL 2015) -- University of Alabama student investigated on allegations of Rape in the First Degree, punishable by a minimum sentence of 10 years to life; results of thorough investigation of victim supplied to the grand jury which then voted not to indict. A "no bill" result occurs in just 9% of all cases presented to this Alabama grand jury, 2015
  • People v. DeMentri, Dkt. No. 2010 NY 44538 (New York County 2011) -- WPIX TV reporter Vince DeMentri charged with assault quickly acquitted of all charges after trial, 2011
  • State of New Jersey v. Noerdlinger, Ind. No. 16-04-00492-I (New Jersey 2018) -- Client charged in high profile case with manslaughter, weapons offense and obstruction of justice first has the top charge dismissed by Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office after rampant perjury revealed in grand jury; later, remaining charges voluntarily dismissed, leaving defendant with no criminal record, 2018
  • People v. Deverman, Ind. No. AG-3-7030 (Albany County 2015) -- Client charged with Grand Larceny in the First Degree of over $6 million in connection with her position as Director of adult day healthcare center has indictment dismissed for insufficient evidence, 2015
  • State of New Jersey v. Iadipaoli, Ind. No. 05-02-0441 (New Jersey 2010) -- Client convicted of multiple counts of sexual assault had his 27 year sentence vacated – and left prison a free man – after Mr. Lichtman successfully argued that trial counsel was ineffective. The Court took the unusual step of indicating its decision to vacate the conviction in the midst of Mr. Lichtman's examination of trial counsel, 2010
  • United States v. Zhang, 12 CR 390 (S.D.N.Y. 2012) -- New York Federal Reserve Bank computer programmer and Chinese national convicted of stealing $9.5 million U.S. Treasury Department software as well as immigration fraud received a non-guidelines sentence of just six months home confinement despite lack of cooperation agreement with the government, 2012
Honors/Awards:
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2004
  • Received a rating of 10.0/10.0 Superb rating from Avvo Lawyer Directory
  • Selected as a New York City Super Lawyer
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2005
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2006
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2007
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2008
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2009
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2010
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2011
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2012
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2013
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2014
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2015
  • Criminal Lawyer of the Year, Institute of Jewish Humanities, 2015
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2016
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2017
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2018
  • AV+ rated/Bar Register for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, Martindale-Hubbell, 2019
  • AV+ rated/Bar Registry for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, 2020
  • AV+ rated/Bar Register for Criminal Defense, Martindale Hubbell, Martindale Hubbell, 2021
Educational Background:
  • Emory University, B.A., Honors: Class of 1987
Other Outstanding Achievements:
  • Radio host, AM 970 The Answer NYC

Office location for Jeffrey H. Lichtman

441 Lexington Ave
Suite 504
New York, NY 10017

Phone: 332-248-2876

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15 Years Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2011 - 2025

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