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7 distinguished attorneys in Syracuse, New York, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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James Hopkins

Criminal Defense Law

217 Montgomery St, Syracuse, NY 13202

James Hopkins has provided effective representation in all types of criminal cases. He works diligently to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. Mr. Hopkins is well-versed in the intricacies of forensic DNA evidence, and has lectured on the subject at attorney seminars, and in college and law school classes. Mr. Hopkins' legal expertise, beginning as a prosecutor and honed by many years as a criminal lawyer, make him a formidable advocate. Mr. Hopkins prides himself on providing the best criminal defense available to the citizens of Syracuse, New York.

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Jose E. Perez

Workers Compensation Law

659 W Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY 13204, USA

Jose is admitted to practice law in NY, NJ, and Venezuela. Jose began his career as an attorney in Venezuela. Jose’s outstanding Venezuelan practice was recognized several times by the Miranda Bar Association, which awarded him with honors different years. In 2002, Jose decided to come to the US to further develop himself academically and professionally. In 2004, Jose was admitted to SUCOL, where he graduated cum laude. During law school, Jose clerked for a US District Court. In 2012, Jose decided his firm. After opening, Jose has been involved in all areas of litigation, including construction, motor vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, SSI/SSD, and immigration. Jose has been a panelist at numerous events. Jose also has a “Know-Your-Rights” column in the CNY Latino newspaper. Jose has received numerous awards and recognitions in New York State ranging from 40 under 40, to Super Lawyers, to Latino of the Year.

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Jose Perez

Immigration Law

659 West Onondaga Street, Upper Floor, Syracuse, NY 13204

Jose is admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and Venezuela. Jose began his career as an attorney in Venezuela. Jose’s outstanding Venezuelan practice was recognized several times by the Miranda State Bar Association, which awarded him with honors in three different years. In 2002, Jose decided to come to the United States to further develop himself academically and professionally. In 2004, Jose was admitted to Syracuse University College of Law, where he graduated cum laude. During law school, Jose clerked for a US District Court in Florida. Jose joined the Smith Sovik law firm in 2007. Since joining the firm, Jose was involved in all areas of litigation. Jose has been and is a member of the Latin American Law Student Association; Hispanic National Bar Association; Black Law Student Association; DRI; American Bar Association; New Jersey State Bar; New York State Bar; Law Students in Action Project-Spanish Translation and Interpretation Assistance Team; Onondaga County Bar Association; AILA, among others. In 2012, Jose decided to open his new and independent law firm. After opening the Law Offices of Jose Perez, Jose has been involved in all areas of litigation, including construction, labor and employment, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, SSI/SSD, and immigration. Jose has been a speaker/panelist at numerous events dealing with his legal practice, Workers’ Compensation, and immigration issues. Jose also has a “Know-Your-Rights” column in the CNY Latino newspaper.

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Patrick Fallon

Workers Compensation Law

4510 Onondaga Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13219

Patrick T. Fallon is the principal attorney of Fallon Law, specializing in workers' compensation and Social Security claims. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Niagara University in 1984, and his Juris Doctorate in 1997 from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, MI. Following graduation from law school, Mr. Fallon returned to Syracuse and began practice concentrating on workers' compensation, Social Security and personal injury law. He is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Injured Workers' Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Onondaga County Bar Association.

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