Title: Attorney
Company: The Law Office of Gary A. Farrell
Location: New York City, New York, United States
Gary Farrell, attorney at The Law Office of Gary A. Farrell, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Lawyers for dedication, achievements, and leadership in criminal defense law.
Specializing in federal and state criminal defense, Mr. Farrell is a distinguished attorney with a career spanning over three decades. Since 1994, he has been at the helm of The Law Office of Gary A. Farrell, where he has adeptly handled numerous cases in court and earned a reputation for his dedication to justice. His commitment to his clients and the field is further evidenced by his active membership in several prestigious organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New York State Defenders Association. Additionally, he has served as past president of the Kings County Criminal Bar Association, highlighting his leadership within the legal community.
Prior to establishing his own practice, Mr. Farrell honed his legal skills as an assistant district attorney at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office from 1987 to 1994. During this time, he gained invaluable experience in prosecuting cases, including 25 homicide cases to verdict. He likewise developed a deep understanding of the intricacies of the legal system, laying the foundation for his subsequent success as a defense attorney.
Along with his early experiences, Mr. Farrell’s educational background has been instrumental in shaping his career. He earned a Juris Doctor from the University at Buffalo in 1986 and a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Albany in 1983. While in law school, he interned for legendary defense attorney Joel Winograd, with whom he collaborated on various cases for years after he went into private practice. His own trial achievements as a prosecutor, coupled with watching Joel get acquittals in multiple federal trials, equipped him with the knowledge necessary to excel in criminal defense law and a clear understanding of both sides of the courtroom.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Farrell is actively involved in civic-minded organizations such as Autism Speaks Inc., demonstrating his commitment to giving back to the community. His excellence in legal practice has been recognized through numerous accolades, including being named one of New York Magazine’s Top Rated Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2019 and inclusion in The National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Furthermore, he was honored as Person of the Year by the Kings County Criminal Bar Association where he previously served as president. Mr. Farrell has won acquittals in all five boroughs in NYC as well as in the Eastern District of New York and a hard-fought hung jury in the Southern District of New York. He is most proud of his roll in the “Kettle Black Five” case in Brooklyn where his client and four others were acquitted of assaulting off-duty police officers and a firefighter outside a Bay Ridge bar.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Farrell is driven by a profound sense of justice and empathy for those he represents. He is dedicated to defending individuals charged with crimes, recognizing that many are good people who have made poor choices or are innocent altogether. His approach emphasizes seeing clients as whole individuals rather than defining them by a single moment of weakness or misjudgment.
Looking to the future, Mr. Farrell remains committed to continuing his work in criminal defense, striving to ensure that every client receives fair representation and is treated with dignity and respect within the legal system. His unwavering dedication to justice and advocacy for those accused underscores his enduring impact on both his clients and the broader legal community.
On a personal note, Mr. Farrell resides in a scenic town in Westchester County with his wife Nanci, an attorney, and their son Jimmy. His daughter Sydney is a Pre-K teacher in San Diego.
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