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Matthew J Simone

Item: Matthew J Simone
Rating: 10
Author: Joseph Mariner Gerstenzang

Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang

10 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets ...
New York

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Joseph Mariner Gerstenzang August 19, 2021

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Matt is an excellent lawyer to consider no matter what you might need. He is thorough, articulate, smart and effective. It is critical to Matt that his work is done at the highest level. When choosing a lawyer, most people want to know if an individual is able to deliver the desired result. In this regard, Matt's track record speaks for itself. He is highly capable and will not stop until his clients goal is either achieved or surpassed.

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S. D. March 15, 2022

Matt Simone - - Premier defense attorney and human being Prior to hiring Matt, I had never been in any trouble with the law. I had no criminal record and never came close to committing any crimes in my life. I unfortunately found myself in a terrible criminal situation in late August and after being arraigned in court, we hired Matt Simone as my lawyer. After looking at my case and evidence of mental health struggles, he immediately went to work establishing a rapport with my psychologist. Although the early stages of the case were as bad as they could be, Matt never panicked and took everything in stride. Matt took a look at the human side of my offences and clearly knew that I was struggling with some mental health, of course I also took accountability for this and really put in the work with multiple mental health specialists. After a couple letters to the prosecutor, the charges I was facing were considerably lowered to a point where I didn't need to worry. While it's true many things went in my favour, Matt Simone is the engine who kept chugging and continued to fight for the most favourable outcome. As my case has concluded now and I can put this ordeal behind me, I can gladly say that Matt's persistence and willingness to fight for my life was put on display and I would SINCERELY recommend him as your attorney should you get into any trouble. It's goes a long way towards having as good a lawyer as Matt and not just in the legal sense, but in the human sense as well, he cared deeply about how my mental health treatment is and was going, and his efforts gave me the best outcome. Although I never want to be involved in the justice system ever again, I am writing to proudly recommend Matthew Simone as your lawyer.

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D. P. March 26, 2021

Outstanding Attorney and Human Being I reside in another state and was arrested on a warrant (felony) in my home and incarcerated to await extradition to NY. Not knowing any attorneys in NY my spouse contacted Mr Simone and he immediately began nonstop efforts to get me released so I can appear on my own in court. The jail personnel stated they have never had anyone receive as many calls from their attorney as I had in my 30 hour stay. Constant communication from Mr. Simone continued (even nights and weekends) until my legal issue's conclusion. My family and I never felt we were battling our legal issues alone. We also appreciated his patience and understanding throughout all our emotions. I have PTSD and a service dog and my thoughts can run wild at times. We also appreciated his professionalism; keeping my dignity intact during this challenging time. He accepted me for who I was without hesitation and judgement. Mr. Simone is extremely knowledgeable in the Practice of Law. He was tireless in his efforts and strategized with me instead of leaving us in the dark. He is a good listener and was honest, whether it was what we wanted to hear or not because his main focus was to do what was in our best interest for the best possible outcome. We discovered several police procedure issues, discrepancies and missing critical information. After deciding a worthwhile path for my defense, Mr Simone had gotten the best result we could have asked for: violation with records sealed. Mr Simone truly is the best, sharpest attorney one could ask for.

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Biography

Matthew J. Simone is a partner at the law firm of Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Binghamton University in 2010 and graduated from Albany Law School in 2013.

During Matthew’s tenure at Binghamton University, he majored in financial management, was a Division 1 Scholarship Athlete and captain of the baseball team in his senior year. In law school, Matthew interned at the Schenectady County Public Defender’s Office and the Albany County District Attorney’s Office.

Prior to joining the firm, Matthew was an associate attorney at a local firm where he practiced in the areas of DWI defense, criminal and civil litigation, personal injury and vehicle & traffic matters. He was admitted to practice law in New York in January of 2014, and was admitted to practice in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York in June of 2015.

Mr. Simone’s practice is focused on DWI defense, criminal and civil litigation, personal injury and vehicle & traffic matters in the following Counties: Schenectady, Albany, Saratoga, Greene, Columbia, Warren, Washington, Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Delaware, Schoharie, Otsego, and Broome.

Practice Areas

DUI & DWI

Criminal Law: Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Traffic Tickets: Suspended License

Personal Injury: Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Additional Practice Area

Civil Litigation

Video Conferencing

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Fees

Free Consultation
Credit Cards Accepted

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

New York
Since 2014

Professional Experience

Partner: Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang; 2024 - Current; DWI, Criminal, Personal Injury and Vehicle & Traffic Defense.

Associate Attorney: Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang; 2016 - 2023; DWI, Criminal, Personal Injury and Vehicle & Traffic Defense.

Law Intern with Practice Order: Albany County District Attorney's Office; 2012 - 2012; Criminal prosecution in the Major Crimes Unit

Law Intern: Schenectady County Public Defender's Office; 2011 - 2012; Criminal Defense

Education

Albany Law School: J.D. (2013); 2010 - 2013

State University of New York - Binghamton: B.S. (2010) | Management Finance; 2006 - 2010

Awards

2023 Upstate New York Rising Star: Super Lawyers; 2023

2022 Upstate New York Rising Star Award: Superlawyers; 2022

2021 Upstate New York Rising Star Award: Superlawyers; 2021

2020 Upstate New York Rising Star Award: Superlawyers; 2020

10 Best Attorneys: American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys; 2019

Top 40 Under 40: National Trial Lawyers Association; 2018

Octo-Finalist in the 2011 Domenick L. Gabrielli Appellate Advocacy Competition: Albany Law School; 2011

Dean's List: Albany Law School

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Professional Associations

State Bar of New York: Member; Current

Schenectady County Bar Association: Member; 2019 - Current

National College For DUI Defense: Member; 2018 - Current; Activities: Completed summer session curriculum in DUI Defense Law conducted at the Harvard Law School in 2018.

New York State Bar Association: Member; 2010 - Current

Publications

Articles & Publications

DWI Practice: Schenectady County Bar Association; November, 2015

Speaking Engagements

VTL ISSUES, VTL SUSPENSIONS, VTL STATUTES AND DMV REGULATIONS, New York State Association of Magistrates Court Clerks, New York City: February 20, 2024; Association of Towns; The seminar will serve to address unique issues arising in a vehicle and traffic case, as well as suspensions and revocations that can be imposed by the Court and the Department of Motor Vehicles. The seminar will also discuss the issue of tickets made returnable when the court is not in session, requests for supporting depositions, and the effect of failing to file accusatory instruments with the Court prior to the return date of the appearance ticket.

To Blow or Not to Blow, That Is The Question, DWI On Trial: The Big Apple XXII, Albany, New York: December 9, 2022; New York State Bar Association; This lecture is designed to help lawyers systematically handle the late night phone call from an individual under arrest for DWI. The lecture will not only cover how to answer the question, but to do it in a way that does not incriminate the individual making the call. In addition, the program will cover representing an individual accused of refusing to submit to a chemical test during the virtual DMV hearing, and refusal consequences.

Breaking Down SFSTs & Proving Sobriety, Virtual: March 2, 2021; Schenectady County Bar Association

To Blow Or Not To Blow & Handling Test Refusals, NYSBA Webinar: April 21, 2020; New York State Bar Association - Criminal Justice Section; To Blow Or Not To Blow & Handling Test Refusals is a program designed to help lawyers systematically handle the late night phone call from an individual under arrest for DWI. The lecture will not only cover how to answer the question, but to do it in a way that does not incriminate the individual making the call. In addition, the program will cover representing an individual accused of refusing to submit to a chemical test at the DMV, and in the Courtroom.

To Blow Or Not To Blow & Handling Test Refusals, Schenectady County Courthouse: August 20, 2019; Schenectady County Bar Association

Handling a DWI Case In New York State, Albany, Syracuse, Poughkeepsie, and Long Island: October 10, 2019; New York State Bar Association; Ethics & Playing By The Rules.

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