Assault
Assaultranges from Class A misdemeanor (Third-Degree) to Class B felony (First-Degree), carrying one year in jail to 25 years in prison depending on injury severity and circumstances.
NYC Violent Crimes Lawyer
Relentless Defense for Violent Crime Charges
- Former NYC Public Defender
- All five boroughs
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Leopold GrossViolent Crimes defense · Former NYC Public Defender
The charges
Understanding Violent Crime Charges in NYC
New York law recognizes a wide range of violent crime offenses, each carrying different penalties and consequences. Depending on the circumstances, some of these charges can also be prosecuted at the federal level, meaning you may face both state and federal penalties simultaneously.
Robbery
Robbery involves taking property through force or threat of force. Third-Degree Robbery (Class D felony) carries up to seven years; First-Degree Robbery (Class B violent felony) carries five to 25 years.
Manslaughter
Manslaughter charges apply when a person causes death without premeditation. Second-Degree carries up to fifteen years; First-Degree can result in up to 25 years in prison.
Murder
Murder is the most serious violent crime charge. Second-Degree Murder carries fifteen years to life; First-Degree Murder can result in life without parole.
Weapons Offenses
Weapons Offenses frequently accompany other violent crime charges. Criminal Possession of a Weapon can be charged even if no weapon was used. New York has some of the strictest gun laws in the country.
Other crimes Gross Law Firm defends include kidnapping, arson, gang assault, and strangulation offenses. Regardless of the charge, the prosecution must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt. Gross Law Firm challenges the evidence at every stage to build the strongest possible defense.
Defense strategies
Common Violent Crime Defense Strategies
The Gross Law Firm tailors his defense strategy to your specific circumstances. Defense approaches frequently include:
Self Defense
New York law permits the use of reasonable physical force to protect yourself, or others, from imminent harm. Gross Law Firm builds the evidence to support your right to self-defense.
Mistaken Identity
Witnesses often identify the wrong person in chaotic situations. Gross Law Firm investigates alibi evidence and surveillance footage.
Defense of Others
New York law also gives you the legal right to use reasonable force to protect another person from imminent harm. Gross Law Firm builds the evidence to show your actions were a lawful defense of others.
Insufficient Evidence
Gross Law Firm scrutinizes every piece of evidence, identifying weaknesses and gaps in the state's case.
Lack of Intent
Many violent crime charges require proof of intentional conduct. Gross Law Firm challenges the prosecution's ability to prove criminal intent.
False Accusations
Personal conflicts can lead to fabricated charges. Gross Law Firm has experience uncovering the truth.
Your attorney
Relentless Defense When You’re Facing the Most Serious Charges
As a Former NYC Public Defender, I bring a decade of courtroom experience defending clients charged with violent crimes across all five boroughs of New York City. I have handled serious felony cases from arraignment through trial, standing beside people during the most difficult moments of their lives. That experience has shaped a defense strategy built on preparation, precision, and relentless advocacy.
Violent crime allegations can carry life-altering consequences, including lengthy prison sentences, permanent criminal records, and lasting damage to your reputation. Prosecutors move quickly and aggressively, often building cases designed to pressure defendants into unfavorable outcomes. You need an attorney who understands the system from the inside and knows how to challenge the evidence at every stage.
When your freedom and future are at stake, you need a criminal lawyer who will not back down. I fight to protect your rights, expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and pursue the strongest possible outcome. From negotiation to trial, I stand ready to defend you with focus, integrity, and determination.
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Why Gross Law Firm
Why Choose Gross Law Firm
Former Public Defender
Attorneys at Gross Law Firm spent years as New York City Public Defenders, gaining firsthand knowledge of how prosecutors approach violent crime cases.
A Decade of Courtroom Experience
With ten years of experience, Gross Law Firm has the courtroom experience to handle your case with confidence.
Honest Communication, Always
Gross Law Firm sends you case updates promptly, the good news and the bad. We don't sugarcoat, withhold information, or leave you wondering what's happening with your case. You'll always know where you stand.
Direct Access to Us
When you call Gross Law Firm, you reach a real attorney, not an answering service. Your case is too important to be shuffled around.
Available When You Need Them
Violent crime arrests don't follow business hours. Gross Law Firm is available 24/7 because we understand that an arrest at 2 AM still needs immediate attention.
Client-Focused Defense Strategy
Every violent crime case is different. Gross Law Firm takes time to understand your specific situation, your goals, and your concerns, then builds a defense strategy tailored to you.
Time matters
Charged With a Violent Crime in New York City?
A violent crime charge in New York City can upend your life overnight. Your job, professional licenses, and reputation are at risk. If you’re not a U.S. citizen, a conviction could lead to deportation.
Gross Law Firm understands the stakes. As former New York City Public Defenders, our attorneys spent years defending people accused of violent crimes in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island courtrooms. We know how prosecutors build violent crime cases, and more importantly, we know how to dismantle them. Our background in criminal law gives us a perspective that few defense firms can match: we’ve seen the system from both sides of the courtroom.
If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation, time matters. You need an experienced NYC violent crimes lawyer who will fight for you from day one.
Beyond the sentence
Conviction Consequences
A conviction follows you long after a case ends. These are the stakes we fight to protect.
Employment
A conviction can disqualify you from jobs in education, healthcare, finance, and government sectors.
Professional Licenses
License suspension or revocation for medical, legal, real estate, and financial professionals.
Immigration Status
Non-citizens face deportation and inadmissibility for future visa applications.
Housing
Landlords frequently reject applicants with violent crime convictions.
Gun Rights
Permanent loss of your right to possess firearms.
Reputation
Convictions become part of the public record, affecting your standing in your community.
The Gross Law Firm fights to protect not just your freedom, but your future. Whether the charges involve acts of violence, weapons offenses, or other serious crimes, he works toward case dismissal, charge reduction, or acquittal to minimize the long-term impact on your life.
Client reviews
What Our Clients Say
“If you need a criminal defense attorney who delivers results, Leopold Gross is the attorney to call. He handled my case with professionalism, persistence, and clear communication from start to finish. Thanks to his hard work, my case was dismissed, and I walked away with no criminal record. I couldn't have asked for a better outcome and highly recommend him to anyone who needs a dedicated defense attorney who will not back off.”
“I had a criminal case in Queens that lasted about five months and was ultimately fully dismissed. Throughout the entire process, Leopold Gross was professional, thorough, and extremely attentive to every detail. He handled everything in a calm and focused manner, always making sure I understood each step along the way. In court, it was clear that he has strong experience and familiarity with the system — including the judges and staff — which gave me a lot of confidence. Most importantly, he approached my case with seriousness and dedication, and the final result speaks for itself. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a skilled and reliable criminal defense attorney.”
“During one of the most difficult times for my life, we needed a criminal defense attorney who would truly fight. That’s exactly what we got when we retained Leopold Gross. While my family members suggested accepting a plea deal, Leo refused to take the easy route and stood by my side and fought hard for what was right, to clean my name. He was focused, relentless, and fully prepared, and the outcome proved his commitment to justice when he got the charges dropped. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a powerful advocate in their corner.”
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If you're arrested
What to Do If You’re Arrested for a Violent Crime
Remain Silent
Do not speak to police without an attorney.
Request an Attorney
Clearly state you want to speak with a lawyer.
Do Not Resist Arrest
Physical resistance creates additional charges.
Document Everything
Write down what happened, who was present, and any witnesses.
Preserve Evidence
Save text messages, emails, photos, or videos related to the incident.
Contact Gross Immediately
The sooner we get involved, the more we can protect your rights.
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Protecting Your Future from Aggressive Violent Charges. Call Now.
A violent crime charge is serious, but it doesn’t have to define your future. Gross Law Firm has spent a decade defending New Yorkers accused of violent crimes, and we’re ready to fight for you.
The consultation is free. The conversation is confidential. Your next step matters.
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