- Divorce
- Child Custody and Visitation“Top notch attorney, who provides excellent legal service and successful representation. I happily endorse this lawyer.” Jeffrey R., Child Custody Attorney
- Criminal Defense“I endorse this lawyer. I met Robert in court on several occasions in the last five years we had extensive conversations about criminal law. Robert is an excellent attorney, He is well-liked by his colleagues and well respected by all the judges he appears before.he works very hard for his clients and gets great results” Neil R., Criminal Defense Attorney
- DUI/DWIIn Kings County (Brooklyn), we represented a man who was arrested and charged Aggravated DWI with a blood alcohol content of.194.
- Wrongful DeathWrongful Death:Â Wrongful death damages can be awarded to the surviving family members when a personal injury victim dies. The surviving family members can collect damages for pain and suffering, medical bills, funeral costs and expenses, loss of income, and loss of care the victim provided to his or her family members.
- Traffic ViolationsIn Seaside Heights, New Jersey, we represented a 20 year old, who was arrested and charged with DUI under 21, DUI, unsafe driving, marijuana possession, reckless driving and traffic infractions.
- FraudInternet Crimes – Given the increasingly ubiquitous nature of technology these days, internet crimes involving hacking, identity theft, credit card fraud, and phishing are on the rise. In this changing landscape, false accusations of illegal cyber activity are not at all uncommon, with law enforcement agents often coming to quick conclusions and failing to consider all possible suspects before filing charges. Don’t let yourself be the victim of an inadequate investigation by law enforcement; if you suspect you’re being investigated for an internet crime, the wisest decision would be to preempt law enforcement’s investigation with a defensive investigation led by a seasoned criminal defense attorney in Staten Island.
- RobberyRobbery – Robbery differs from burglary and shoplifting in that it includes some element of violence—whether by the use or presence of a weapon, a verbal threat of violence, or physical force. Depending on the type of violence associated with a charge of robbery, a person who has been charged with this crime could be facing a violent or non-violent felony. To differentiate between the three degrees of robbery defined by New York law, understand the penalties associated with each, and identify which applies to your situation, scheduling a consultation with a criminal defense attorney is absolutely necessary.
- Burglary
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsSuch lapses in judgement are barely criminal, yet without our help she might have faced severe economic and social punishment as a result of her careless actions. In fact, she was charged with Criminal Trespass, an A Misdemeanor – punishable by up to one year in jail!
- Drug CrimesIn Queens County, we represented a young man who was arrested and charged with CPCS 3 Possession with Intent to Sell and Criminal Possession of Marijuana (felony) for over ten pounds.
- Assault
- MurderIn New York County, we represented a teenager who was arrested and charged with separate counts of Murder 2 and Attempted Murder 2. A portion of the Chinatown incident was captured on videotape.
- Identity Theft
- HomicideHomicide And Murder – While many people assume that there is no legal differentiation between homicide and murder, the former can include accidental killings, such as by way of intoxicated or reckless driving, while the latter is defined as the intentional killing of another person. Despite the difference between these two charges, the penalties for both can include life imprisonment. There are many defenses to these charges, and the right attorney will be able to formulate the best one on the basis of the facts specific to your circumstance. Don’t risk losing the life you’ve built in Staten Island; let a criminal defense attorney protect it for you.
- ShopliftingIn Queens County, we represented a senior citizen who was arrested and charged with petit larceny for shoplifting clothes.
- Forgery
- Kidnapping
- Internet Crimes
- ProstitutionAs a Captain, Mr. Brown was the Executive Officer of the Fifth Precinct, located in Chinatown. He supervised over two-hundred members of the Police Department including lieutenants, sergeants, detectives and police officers. Mr. Brown created the innovative Premise Inspection Program using various laws and ordinances to combat illegal Asian Gang activities. He targeted gambling and prostitution operations in Chinatown and closed down several such locations.
- ExtortionIn the Southern District of New York, we represented a man who was arrested and charged Federally with extortion and usury. The case involved alleged members of the Gambino Crime Family and the Hells Angels.
- Business TransactionsMichelle E. Colamonico, Esq., became a member of the legal team at The Law Offices of Robert E. Brown in August of 2015. She is a Brooklyn native but was raised in Staten Island, New York. In 2009 Ms. Colamonico graduated St. John’s University and received a Bachelor of Science, with a major of Legal Studies and a minor in Business. In 2010 Michelle attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan, where she concentrated in Business Transactions. Michelle graduated law school in May 2013 and returned to New York soon after. Ms. Colamonico is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the State of Alabama.
- Wrongful TerminationThe firm has represented both companies and employees regarding all aspects of employment law. We have appeared in both federal and state courts as well as administrative agencies in employment-related matters including prosecuting/defending claims for wrongful termination; discrimination claims; violation of non-competition, non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements; sexual harassment claims, and FLSA and other overtime issues.
- Employment LitigationWe have prosecuted and defended breach of contract actions, licensing agreements, partnership disputes, real estate agreements, commercial lease disputes, shareholder derivative actions, corporate control disputes, employment disputes, and franchise agreements, just to name a few. Having worked at a large, international firm, Robert Brown is experienced in virtually all areas of commercial litigation and is mindful to provide Big Firm service and quality at Small Firm prices.
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationBecause of his extensive experience in both federal and state courts and as an expert in police procedures, Mr. Brown has appeared as a legal analyst on CNN and Tru TV and has been a guest lecturer at Cardozo Law School. Mr. Brown is also an Adjunct Professor at Boston University, where he teaches a distance learning course in Real Estate Law.
- Real Estate TransactionsEscrow Downpayment: We represented an individual who brought an action to recover a significant sum which was held in escrow for breach of an agreement reached at the closing table of a large residential real estate transaction.
- Easement
- Property DamageA borrower will generally not go to jail if they default on their mortgage loan. In New York, foreclosures do involve judicial proceedings. A lender must hire an attorney, will who initiate a foreclosure lawsuit. The lawsuit does not involve criminal charges; it is a civil proceeding. If the borrower fails to maintain their property during the foreclosure process, the city or county could issue a citation. The property could even end up condomed. If the borrower then fails to pay the associated fines, a failure to show up for court could potentially result in an arrest warrant. If a borrower deliberately destroys a house once it is foreclosed on, the lender can sue them after the foreclosure sale for destruction of property, and may be able to press criminal charges. If you have been accused of property damage in a foreclosed house, seek out a foreclosure defense attorney in New York immediately.
- Personal InjurySustaining an injury as the result of someone else’s wrongdoing is not only an event that can turn your life upside down, but it’s also an injustice that must be addressed. Enduring the physical recovery process after an injury can be hard enough, let alone the emotional and mental strain of obtaining the compensation you need in order to just get back on your feet, and on with your life in Staten Island. If you’ve suffered an injury and think you may have a personal injury claim, you probably aren’t sure where to turn, how to find out who’s liable for your damages, or how to locate the best Staten Island personal injury attorney for your particular circumstance. The personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Robert E. Brown, PC in New York will take the time to understand you, your pain, and your needs, and will fight for the best possible outcome and maximum compensation.
- Medical MalpracticeMedical Malpractice – In almost every medical procedure, certain risks are to be expected, but errors and acts of negligence on behalf of a medical practitioner or establishment are not. Medical malpractice can involve some of the most serious injuries, and as such, often result in very large settlements. These cases are very difficult—if not impossible—to fight without the assistance of a strong, dedicated, and experienced attorney.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning“Robert is a top shelf attorney in all respects. He is a zealous advocate for his clients in all regards.” Matthew L., Estate Planning Attorney
- ForeclosureBefore a lender can file a foreclosure against a mortgage borrower, the lender must mail an acceleration letter as notice of default. This letter informs the borrower that the lender plans to accelerate the entire amount owed, if the arrears are not paid by a specified date. In most cases, the acceleration letter is not sent until the borrower is at least two months in default. After 31 days, the lender must send a pre-foreclosure notice to the borrower. This notice must attach a list of at least five nonprofit local agencies the borrower can contact for aid.