I first retained the firm back in March after initially speaking with Arthur about the case . The first court appearance as I paid the firm I was expecting full representation but instead the firm sent an associate attorney to get a adjournment. I wasn't informed prior to this just surprised and confused ..SECOND court appearance, Russ showed up with barely any background on the case asking me few questions before the hearing to in my opinion try to wing it ..he started off recommending something on the case that was actually hurtful to my case -come to find out and I was even more confused about his strange try. 3rd court appearance Russ didn't show (court appearance I paid for) and sent Connor to make an appearance but that was embarrassing because the JUDGE went on the record and started to shame Russ for his behavior of not appearing in court. The DA and the whole court room was just standing there shocked! I tried to stick it out with the firm and give them another chance but later realized it was best we go our separate ways as they kept charging more money for minimum service. based upon things I mentioned I initiated a charge back for the fees I paid for when Russ didn't appear as the judge did mention on the record I should be entitled for my money back ! In August , Russ sent an associate attorney to court to be relieved but this person went on the record and made false statements against me in front of the judge this was in retaliation in my opinion for the chargeback! This firm has unethical practice! As I informed Russ after I spoke with MULTIPLE attorneys in this matter I was brought to see that this firm wasn't the best representative after all so after I left my initial review on Google Yes I did decide to delete it because I myself needed to understand the proper professional conduct on how this lawyer should of handled my case which is 1.) Show up for every court appearance not just pick and choose with appearance to make and then come to court with NO STRATEGY !! 2.) It wasn't a Fraudulent chargeback as he claimed The Judge went on court record and even stated that your behavior of not showing up was unethical !!! This was a Judge not me! So please be clear.. 3.) After that you sent a associate attorney to court to make false statements about me filing a charge back to my bank but purposely withheld the fact that you didn't show up twice! this was retaliation and you know it .. you firm has a history of clients coming forward with the same type of behavior that I experienced and it's not okay !!! People on Yelp can easily see this stuff ..it's not just me you take the money and do little to no work on the case ..You never even showed me the Discovery in the case ..you came to court and Recommended the DA do something that actually was against my case come to find out .. 3.) I never expected the firm to represent me for free that's absurd no firm represents a client for free... and anyway I have PROOF Russ bribed me $1,000 to not post a negative review of the firm and tell my experience which is very unethical and not okay In my opinion this firm is very money hungry and once the retainer is signed it's all about how to get more money out of you.... read more

So, I have gotten arrested for the first time ever and charged for "assault in the 3rd degree", after I called the police for help, because my roommate assaulted my son and after me (go figure...). Because she has mere scratches, the P.O decided to arrest me. After 24hrs in jail, I was served an order of protection that prevented me to access my own home. Although it is a misdemeanor, and many would say not to worry, for my future it meant a lot. In few words I would have to stop dreaming big and settle for what would be given to me. I found Lebedin & Kofman online and decided to call around 10-11pm, Russ Kofman answered my phone. He set me at ease right after looking me up and hearing my side of the story. Mr. Kofman invited me to a meeting the next day, he was very pleasant and understanding. For the first time since the arrest, I felt like someone was actually listening to me, understood me and was ready to help me. The court date was on April 27th, yet within a week after hiring him, Mr. Kofman had me an ACD with sealing in 6 months, I declined it and told him to find better options. And he did, by April 27th I was offered an ACD with immediate sealing, but with a 6 month restraining order against me for the so-called victim. At the bar, I was really scared and exhausted and didn't really understand what was going on, until once out, Mr. Kofman confirmed that I was free to go to my home, and that I had been granted an ACD with immediate sealing and NO restraining order( which means that my future's goals are not down the drain). I went back to my house the same day, and Mr. Kofman made sure to check-in later and confirm that I was fine. I would definitely recommend him to anyone, and -God forbid I ever need him again- but if so, he will definitely be my first call. Don't think about it twice, just call them. read more

Top service, individual attention, top results and high degree of professionalism. This is how I would summarize my experience dealing with Russ Kofman. Full disclosure, I didn't want to use my personal yelp email for privacy reasons but I just had to share my personal experience with anyone who might need services in criminal law so I created a one off account to leave this review. To make my story short and focus on the outcome, I got in trouble for possession of illegal substance, a big misunderstanding that could have had a devastating impact on my life. I hold a senior role in one of the financial firms and if this charge would stick I would have lost my job and would not longer be able to work in the industry because of the criminal record, the charges were serious. Russ understood the full gravity of the situation, to my luck he knew exactly the best case and worse case outcome (to manage my expectations) and every little thing we had to do to achieve the best outcome possible. He provided me with his undivided attention and I felt I had the resources of his full firm behind my back. Come the court date, Russ showed up fully prepared and within an hour it was all over. The verdict, no convictions of any kind, the case will be dismissed in 6 month and my life is not ruined. Russ was able to achieve the best possible outcome for my individual situation. His knowledge of the law, every small nuance and his legal connections made this possible for me. I will recommend him to any of my colleges and friends who might need a criminal lawyer and will always carry his card in my wallet for any emergency. Stay out of trouble but if by a misfortune you end up needing a criminal lawyer know this, Russ makes each case personal and will fight viciously to get the best possible outcome for your case. read more

Let's be clear ! Rus Kofman ESQ Please stop paying your friends to write 5 Stars reviews. You are the lowest form of a lawyer I have EVER witness or I have ever encountered! You and law firm need to be put in Jail targeting innocent and unsuspecting decent people and robbing of their hard earn money r. Rus Kofman lies and deceit will catch up to him you are shame and embarrassment to New York State Bar ! This Guy Rus told me to wait until hoax charges was dismissed before I could file a lawsuit against the city of New York but it turns out it should keep have been 90 days and that was the time I spoke to him . This is horrible and immoral. I had to fire him from the criminal case he did not do aNy work next thing I know a another lawyer I didn't know from another law firm showed up . Then when I protest a Conor McNamara, Esq.showed up demanding that I take an ACD again he also did not do any work . I fired them both and got a new lawyer and toke me money back !!!! . Potential Clients be very aware these guys are apart of a rigged system ! Run for your life ! Theses guys need to be removed from the practice period !!!!! I pray to god to deliver these poorr people from these evil firm ! After it's said and done Rus now denies representing me he wrote and I quote Mr.G------ "You fraudulently charged back the fee you contracted to pay for our services and wrote nasty undeserved reviews online about this Firm. We do not represent you and have not given you any opinions as to the merits of any cases you may or may not have. You should seek representation elsewhere. Very Truly Yours, Lebedin Kofman LLP 26 Broadway, 27th FL New York, NY 10004 Tel 212 500 3273 Tel/Fax 855 696 6848 read more

I just want to express my gratitude for the professional and sincere service that Arthur Lebedin of Lebedin Kofman LLP provided me with my case. I was sued by Citibank for default on a credit card in 2010. I was determined to fight it, so I responded with a motion to dismiss. The lawsuit, however, was filed in the wrong court, so the judge sent it to the proper venue. When the paperwork finally arrived, 4 years (yeah, that's a FOUR!!) had passed, and as anyone would, I moved on with my life. In any case, my sister emailed me a scanned copy of the letter sent by the clerk informing me that the case was being reactivated and I had to show up to court in 3-4 days. I received that awesome news when I was vacationing with my wife and child in Sochi. I moved to Moscow, Russia in 2011. Needless to say, there was no way I was showing up to court with such a narrow time window. I called several law firms and for some reason they were either rash or rude, or both, which stunned me to be honest. When I finally got in touch with Arthur, his professionalism shown through right off the bat. The retainer was very fair; below what others demanded, actually. Arthur took up the case, showed up to court, knew the opposing counsel and had an excellent strategy. Since I'm living abroad, there was really no way for them to extract anything from me. After some delay from the opposing side, they finally agreed to dismiss the case! Arthur saved me over $11,000 and a big headache. I highly recommend Lebedin Kofman LLP! read more

I recently had the pleasure of working with Rus and I must say, they are an exceptional attorney. From start to finish, Rus displayed a level of professionalism and expertise that far exceeded my expectations. First and foremost, Rus ane his team was incredibly knowledgeable in their field of law. They took the time to thoroughly understand my case and provided me with clear, concise advice on the best course of action. Their attention to detail and ability to anticipate potential challenges was impressive and gave me great confidence in their abilities. Furthermore, Rus was always responsive and accessible throughout the entire process. They promptly returned my calls and emails, ensuring that I was well-informed and up to date on the progress of my case. This level of communication was invaluable and made me feel like a priority. In addition to their expertise and accessibility, Rus and his team demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills. They tirelessly fought for my best interests, securing a favorable outcome that exceeded my expectations. Their ability to navigate complex legal situations and advocate on my behalf was truly impressive. Finally, I must mention Rus's compassionate and empathetic approach. They understood the emotional toll that legal matters can have on individuals and their families, and consistently exhibited genuine concern for my well-being. This level of care and support made a difficult process much more bearable. read more

I worked with Russ Kofman on a legal issue this past summer. I called Lebedin Kofman's office out of the blue and one of the paralegals transferred me to Russ after explaining my situation. I was impressed that I was able to speak with one of the partners right away. He spoke with me on the phone and gave me some great background info about my situation. I asked to meet in person on very short notice, as my flight back to California was the following day. He took the time to meet with me that day and I arrived at his office in Lower Manhattan a few hours later. He was professional, extremely knowledgeable about the applicable laws surrounding my case, and I hired him the next day. From that moment on, he laid out the plan and exactly the steps I needed to take in order to obtain the best possible outcome. He handled all of the logistics, kept me informed, and was very responsive to all of my questions. I won't get into the specifics, but he represented me and I did end up receiving the best possible outcome, just as we had hoped for. Needless to say, I was extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend Russ and his firm. The service and professionalism does not get any better. They are the real deal. read more

OMG I'm soo happy to be writing this Review Lebedin Kofman is the best law firm ever..My husband was fighting a gun charge from June I was scared and worried not knowing what will happen because NY has the toughest gun laws in the country.. I contacted Russ Kofman and I explained to him the situation and he did let me know this is a serious charge and he felt confident about the case.I felt like Russ was the best person to handle our case because I did speak to other attorneys and I just didn't like the vibe if you get what I mean...they keep telling me they wasn't sure he's looking at 2-5 years,I knew they where not the fit for us..Russ made me feel hopeful like they can be some light at the end of this tunnel.i told Russ I just had a baby a few months ago and my family future is in his hands and he reassured me he's going to do his absolute best and that's what he has Done..Today On December 29,2017 my husband had a court date at 9:00 am and his Gun Charge was DIMISSED!! I'm soo grateful for Russ And his law firm I can not thank them enough for everything they had done for me and my family..Please anyone looking for a Great Attorney/lawfirm look no further these guys are simply amazing.. Thanks again Russ read more

Katherine Chen guided me through the process with professionalism and ease. I took out a student loan for my son for $40,000 with Sallie Mae, unfortunately my son was not able to finish college and with no job prospects, he got behind on his payments reaching $60,000 and finally all the way to $74,000. I soon realized it was a hopeless situation, even paying $1,000/month did not reduce the balance. I saw no way ou.t I didn't know what to do and reached out to this firm after researching that they had experience in settling debts with Sallie Mae. After my first interview, I felt a sense of hope and actually began to imagine a future free of this crushing debt and the daily non-stop calls from Sallie Mae. After they assumed representation, the harrowing phone calls and letters finally ended. As we arrived near the end on the process, Katherine constantly negotiated to get the best deal. We finally negotiated down the debt settlement to $28,000. This firm met and exceeded my expectations, and my credit will be restored and my son now has a bright future ahead. I highly recommend them and assure you of their competency and knowledge. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! read more

great services, stay away from the rest offering, to help you with consumer debt, i called a few other attorneys, before, i called lebedin kofman, the attorney who answered, the call, from this office help me feel confident with my decision to seek legal help, I had 5 default judgments, I owed debt buyers, a lot of money, this legal team has gotten all 5 judgments dismissed, the legal fee was great, and even offered a payment plan. which was great, the staff in this law firm, are respectable and they deserve respect, so if you have a consumer debt issue, I would recommend you call. I am for ever grateful, and share this, feelings of. I truly recommend you hire this legal team, for what ever your legal worries, and issues, this legal law firm shall help you move on with your legal issues, this law firm is the best, I have ever made contact with. you will be delighted, and definitely satisfied with your decision, to hire the best law firm in New York, and you may even learn from a mistake we all have made, good luck with your legal needs. Stay away from the rest, Hire the Best. read more

I have nothing but gratitude for Mr. Kofman and his Associates. My husband was detained at JFK for possession of a firearm while in transit for his job. Due to the security clearance requirements for my husband's job, you can imagine the amount of anxiety and fear when being threatened with a felony. I was already familiar with Mr. Kofman's reputation and did not hesitate to reach out to him. While still on the phone with Mr. Kofman, he was already working on getting my husband released. Within an hour of placing the call, my husband was released with no bail. Less than a month later, my husband's charges were dropped. Mr. Kofman was able to make sure there was not a criminal record that could affect his employment. We have small children and my husband is the sole provider for our family. In that first phone call, Mr. Kofman was able to assure me that we were in good hands and that we would not lose all we've worked for. Both my husband and I are very pleased with the outcome of this case as well as the treatment by Mr. Kofman and the whole staff. read more

There only one word for this Practice... AMAZING!!! I worked with Russ Kofman twice. Once for my Brother and another for my Husband. Needless to say Mr. Kofman is a professional. I would recommend him 100x more times and will continue to spread the word. I called him st 4am, and his answering services responded I got a text from him by 6am and by 7 all paperwork was in and he was on the case. He reassured be that all would be well. My husband was 35 Y/O AA MALE NEVER BEEN ARRESTED ( I was worried) but Mr. Kofman help me stay calm and kept me up to date with everything I needed to know and even texted letting me know when to leave my house if I wNt to meet him at the court house. I can't thank you enough, he called them out on some nonsense and my husband walked out a Free and I was happy!! He is young, tough, quick and savvy and MOST IMPORTANT KNOWS THE LAW!!! You will not be disappointed. Thanks again for helps us and getting both cases thrown out!!! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Lebedin Kofman. From the moment I contacted them, I felt reassured that I was in the best possible hands. The team is professional, responsive, and truly cares about their clients. My attorney, Russ, was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything clearly at every step of the process. They handled my case with the utmost expertise and dedication, always making me feel like a priority. What I appreciated most was their honesty and transparency--no false promises, just a realistic and confident approach to my situation. In a stressful time, Lebedin Kofman provided not only top-tier legal defense but also emotional support and guidance. If you're looking for a criminal defense attorney in NYC who will fight for you and have your back, I highly recommend Lebedin Kofman. They helped me navigate a difficult situation and achieve a much better outcome than I could have imagined! read more

The saying "You get what you pay for" is definitely true when it comes to attorneys. After being assigned a Legal Aid attorney whose case load was so bloated he could never dedicate any time to actually building a personalized defense, I retained Russ Kofman. He and his team stuck with this case for over a year and well over a dozen adjournments during the retainer period, always ensuring that an associate from his office was in court for appearances. When the trial was finally scheduled, Russ clearly invested time and thought into building of a solid defense, one that resulted in not guilty verdicts on all three charges. Don't expect him to be in close or regular communication during the period after the consultation and before the trial, but trust that he knows the law and will construct and argue the best defense for your case. He is tenacious and committed and effective. read more

I have nothing but gratitude for the service they rendered me. American educational services (AES) are a private student loan that I used to borrow money for my bachelors degree a few years ago. After graduating I fell on hard times and after I Started to piece my life financial life together, AES took me to court for a debut that ballooned to close to $58,000 from $30,000. I turned to this law firm for help.The professionalism of there team can't be overstated. They worked on my case and negotiated a settlement balance of $25,000 with affordable monthly payments and above all 0% interest. First time in a long time my family and I were able to breath a sigh of relief. Some people still don't believe the settlement terms. They always had an open line of communication and made sure I understood every step. I highly recommend you take a look at these guys. They are awesome. read more

Lebedin Kofman made an inspirationally impactful delivery during a crucial time. Their efforts have altered the course of my family's life in a way I struggle to find words to describe. I understand that business is business, but this experience was far more than a transaction for me -- even if that's how they see it. And even if that's how they see it, that's certainly not how I was made to feel. Lebedin Kofman matched my intensity, urgency, and passion through each step of the debt settlement process and took deep responsibility for the results they promised to deliver, despite my not-so-perfect profile. Where other firms showed me the door, Lebedin Kofman dove deep. Thanks to them, I am finally, and humbly, in a position to provide a home life that me, my spouse, and future children can be proud of for years to come. read more