I am honored to have been voted BEST LAWYER ON LONG ISLAND in 2019, 2020 and 2021 in the Bethpage Federal Credit Union’s “Best of L.I.”

Here are some of my additional honors and recognition:

1.  I was named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Lawyers for three straight years;
2. I was featured as a Trailblazer by the prestigious New York Law Journal in 2019; and
3. I hold a perfect 10 “superb” rating from AVVO.

My practice as a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer has been built on a foundation of success and satisfied clients.  My life revolves around my clients and their ultimate satisfaction.

Driving while intoxicated by alcohol and driving while ability impaired by drugs is taken very seriously in New York. People charged with Driving while intoxicated by alcohol or driving while ability impaired by drugs face consequences including prison time, a life-long criminal record and revocation of driving privileges. Hiring the right New York DWI lawyer is critical.

When facing a  permanent criminal record and possible incarceration, second best will not do.  My clients have included doctors, lawyers, corporate executives, teachers and college students.  My clients care deeply about their reputation and freedom. My only desire is the BEST POSSIBLE RESOLUTION for my client.  Nothing deters me from obtaining this outcome.

Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo

is here to defend you or your loved one.

Member Of The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers

As a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer, I hear these questions and many others every day. The first thing to do is take a deep breath and relax. I know that criminal charges create tremendous stress and anxiety. I believe in putting things in perspective. You are only  ACCUSED of a crime. The Presumption of Innocence is the bedrock of our criminal justice system. I will make sure that it is given to you!

Hiring the right Suffolk County DWI Lawyer is critical to a successful outcome. Many lawyers who have general practices will dabble in DWI law. Avoid them at all costs. A DWI case is much too serious to leave in the hands of a jack of all trades. There is nothing about your case that can surprise me.

I have forged terrific relationships with the judges and prosecutors. These relationships are incredibly important. I value them as an asset when representing my clients. I am a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer with the professional relationships and concentrated experience to get the result you need.

My depth of experience for over 28 years as a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer has honed my skills.  The results I can achieve now are far more beneficial to my clients. Hiring a skilled, thoroughly experienced Suffolk County DWI Attorney is the key to achieving a successful outcome in your case.

Suffolk County DWI Lawyer, Edward Palermo

will review your case and design your winning defense strategy

I will answer all of your questions. I will explain the DWI charges you face. I will explain potential strategies to win your case. New clients ALWAYS feel better after they speak to me.

Suffolk County DWI charges can be complex and involve many different legal and factual elements.  You need a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer with the experience, knowledge and talent to get your case resolved favorably.

I have been involved in very complex DWI matters involving felony charges, motor vehicle accidents with injury and / or death. I have also represented many individuals charged with leaving the scene of an accident in addition to driving under the influence.  It is imperative that the attorney you retain have a depth of experience in all facets of DWI defense law.

Preserve Your Professional License

I have represented many New York State licensed professionals including, medical doctors, registered nurses, teachers, and lawyers.  If you hold a professional license in New York and are charged with driving while intoxicated or driving while ability impaired, it is imperative that you hire experienced and talented counsel. A conviction for driving under the influence in New York can have more severe consequence on the life of a licensed professional including potential loss of license and inability to continue in their chosen profession.

I am proud of the fact that I have represented many licensed professionals and protected many from any collateral consequences to their license and career.  I am very sensitive to the potential problems a criminal conviction can cause licensed professionals and always make sure to take all steps to protect my clients when they face driving under the influence charges.

Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo Will Vigorously Defend You!

There is no Suffolk County DWI Lawyer fighting harder than me. My clients are everything to my practice. I treasure them and truly appreciate that they retain me to defend them in matters of such importance. I will do everything in my power to get you a great result. Nothing will deter me from my goal of providing you with a successful defense to your DWI case. I am the Suffolk County DWI Lawyer to retain when you need results.

I am a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer that has handled all level of criminal cases, from homicide  to misdemeanor DWI cases. I have handled hundreds of drunk driving and driving under the influence cases. No case is too big or too small. I will give the same 100% effort whether your case is high-profile or a simple misdemeanor. I truly love what I do. I will fight to get the best result.

Edward Palermo is always directly available to his clients

All of my clients receive my personal cell phone number. Clients can contact me anytime. A client who knows that his / her lawyer is available is a happy client. My goal is to resolve my client’s case favorably so that I have a client for life. I pride myself on being a Suffolk County DWI Lawyer who is always directly available to his clients.

AVVO Highest Rating!

This website is a resource for anyone in need DWI representation. It allows someone charged with a DWI to find an experienced Suffolk County DWI Lawyer. I am always happy to meet a new client through my website. So please do not hesitate to call me. I look forward to hearing from you and will do everything in my power to get you a favorable result.  You have found the Suffolk County DWI Lawyer with a 27 year plus history of aggressive, personalized representation.

New York State DWI Laws

There are six different offenses codified in New York State for driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs:

1.  Driving While Ability Impaired by alcohol.  a person is guilty of this offense when they operate a motor vehicle on a public highway after consuming alcohol and the consumption of alcohol renders them “impaired, to any extent, the physical and mental abilities which (s)he is expected to possess in order to operate a motor vehicle as a reasonable and prudent driver.” People v. Cruz, 48 N.Y.2d 419, 423 N.Y.S.2d 625 (1979).  driving while impaired is not considered a crime under New York State Law.
2. Driving While Intoxicated Per Se– This offense is committed where an individual operates a motor vehicle on a public highway with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (“BAC”) os .08% or more. This offense is a misdemeanor and a conviction would lead to a permanent criminal record in most circumstances.
3. Driving While Intoxicated (common law)– This offense for driving under the influence of alcohol can be charged even where there is no evidence of BAC percentage.  The charge is almost always part of a DWI case.  The statute requires proof that the motorist has consumed alcohol to the extent that he or she is “incapable of of employing the physical and mental abilities which (s)he is expected to possess in order to operate a motor vehicle as a reasonable and prudent driver.” People v. Cruz, 48 N.Y.2d 419, 423 N.Y.S.2d 625 1979).
4. Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated– This offense is committed when an individual operates a motor vehicle with .18% or more BAC or operates a motor vehicle in violation of VTL 1192(2), (3), (4) or (4a) with a Chile under the age of 16 in the car.
5. Driving While Impaired by Drugs– The same standard applies as applies to Driving While Intoxicated Per Se except drugs is substituted for alcohol.  The drug(s) that cause impairment can even be legally possessed drugs prescribed by a doctor.  Even if a medicine is properly prescribed and ingested it still could render someone “Impaired” and thus, subject to criminal penalties.
6. Driving While Impaired by the Combined Influence or of alcohol and any Drug(s)-The standard is again the same as DWI and DWAI by drugs (see #3 above).

New York DWI laws are complex.  If you or a loved one is charged with a driving while intoxicated or driving while impaired charge, you must hire an experienced and skilled DWI lawyer for the best possible defense.

Edward Palermo has handled more than 100 Felony DWI Cases in New York

Felony DWI’s can occur for a number of reasons.  These charges are very serious and convictions can lead to loss of driving privileges and potentially long prison sentences.

The offenses of DWI, Aggravated DWI, DWAI Drugs or DWAI Combined Influence can all be charged as felonies if within the past 10 years you have been convicted of any of these offenses (or Vehicular manslaughter or Vehicular assault). You could be charged with a class “E” felony and face the following possible consequences:

1. Up to 4 years in State Prison and a fine of up to $5,000;
2. 5 years of probation;
3. 1 year revocation of driver’s license; and
4. additional obligations such a surcharge fees, driver responsibility assessment and installation of an ignition interlock device.

If you are accused of Aggravated DWI, DWAI Combined Influence, DWI or DWAI Drugs after having been convicted of one of those offenses (or Vehicular Assault 1st or 2nd degree or vehicular manslaughter) two times within the preceding 10 years, you could be charged with a class “D” felony and face the following penalties:

1. 7 years in State Prison and a fine up to $10,000;
2. 5 years of probation;
3. Loss of license for 18 months; and
4. additional obligations such as surcharge fees, driver responsibility assessment and installation of an ignition interlock device.

Felony DWI charges can be life shattering.  Having an experienced, talented DWI lawyer by your side can make all the difference.

Notable DWI Results:

• Client charged with aggravated DWI and additional violations with a motor vehicle accident in Nassau County.  Edward Palermo scheduled the matter for trial before The Honorable Joseph Girardi of the Nassau County First District Court.  First, Edward was able to obtain dismissal of the additional violations after motion during the trial and the client was then found NOT GUILTY of the aggravated DWI charge after trial.  All charges dismissed and client, who is a teacher, was able to resume his life and career with a clean record.
• Client charged with aggravated DWI. Client is a financial professional and his future career advancement was in jeopardy if convicted of this serious misdemeanor crime. The Suffolk County District Attorney VERY RARELY agrees to reduce such a charge because of the elevated Blood Alcohol Content finding by police. Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo negotiated an extremely favorable resolution which will lead to the reduction of the aggravated DWI to a simple traffic infraction after 1 year of good behavior by the client. His professional license and future career opportunities are secure.
• Medical Doctor charged with DWI in Suffolk County. Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo negotiates reduction to simple traffic infraction to insure no negative impact on Doctor’s career.
• Client charged with DWI after driving his vehicle into a residential home in Suffolk County. The District Attorney originally recommended jail time. Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo negotiated a very favorable outcome which will lead to dismissal of criminal charges and only a traffic violation after 1 year of good conduct by client.
• Pennsylvania business man charged with DWI in Suffolk County. Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo negotiates a reduced charge of only a single traffic violation.
• Edward represented a New Jersey Businessman charged with DWI in Suffolk County. Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo negotiates a reduction of the criminal charges to a non-criminal traffic violation.
• Edward Palermo represented student at Stony Brook University charged with DWI in Suffolk County. Again, Edward negotiates a reduction of the criminal charges to a non-criminal traffic violation.
• Edward Palermo represented a Brooklyn resident in a DWI charge on Long Island.  As a successful real estate broker, the client was concerned about the effect a criminal conviction would have on his professional license and livelihood. The District Attorney would not reduce the charge to a non-criminal traffic violation because the client was previously arrested for driving while intoxicated.  Edward found a flaw in the prosecution’s handling of the case and made a motion to dismiss the case.  The motion was granted in its entirety and the case was completely DISMISSED.  
• Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Edward Palermo represented a client in DWI matter involving an accident and an alleged .20 blood alcohol content based upon a preliminary breath test administered by the arresting officer.  Edward scheduled the matter for trial and the client was found not guilty of the driving while intoxicated misdemeanor.

Suffolk County DWI Lawyer Who Maintains A Manageable Caseload & Is Hands-On With All Clients.

I never take-on more criminal and DWI cases than I can handle. I am the Suffolk County DWI Lawyer  who will personally resolve or take your case to trial. Many so-called criminal lawyers practice in volume, taking on as many cases as possible. These lawyers can not give anywhere near the level of service that I provide to each of my clients.

I am often retained to handle cases for clients who originally started with other attorneys. These clients greatly appreciate the attention and concentrated effort that I give.  When you hire Edward Palermo – you get Edward Palermo. I will handle all important aspects of your case. I will never delegate to my staff what your attorney should do!

Do not hesitate to text or call me on my cell for the fastest response.

Office Phone (M-F 9am-5pm)

(631) 265-1052

Cell Phone (24/7 – Call or Text)

(631) 903-3733

Edward Palermo, Attorney