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Michael Spano Law

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220 South Warren Street, Syracuse, New York, USA
Areas of expertise: Criminal Defense
33 years in practice
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About Michael Spano Law

Conviction for any of these crimes puts your future in doubt. Around Syracuse, no one knows criminal defense more or fights harder than Michael Spano. That’s the kind of representation you need, from a highly experienced criminal trial lawyer serving Update New York. Michael Spano graduated from Nazareth College of Rochester with a B.S. in Economics in 1989. He graduated from Syracuse University's College of Law in 1992 and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1993. Working as a Criminal Defense Attorney in Cayuga County until 1998, he defended people accused of a variety of crimes including Murder, Drug Offenses, and Driving While Intoxicated. cMichael joined the Onondaga County District Attorney's Office in 1998 as an Assistant District Attorney and spent the next ten years prosecuting violent felony offenses. He was ultimately promoted to Chief Assistant District Attorney and put in charge of the Homicide Bureau, where his responsibilities included overseeing the prosecution of all homicides in Onondaga County. Michael has been successful in numerous jury trials throughout his career. His trials include Murder, Attempted Murder, Manslaughter, Assault, Arson, Robbery, Burglary, Sex Crimes, Weapons Possession, Drug Offenses, Driving While Intoxicated, as well as petty offenses. While at the District Attorney's Office, Michael was involved with several high profile cases, including the prosecution of Onondaga County's first Hate Crime in 2003. The individual responsible for setting fire to Temple Beth El in Syracuse was convicted by a jury of a violent felony offense and sentenced to twenty-five years in prison. In 2004, he successfully prosecuted a murder for hire case, and the man and woman responsible are now serving life sentences.Michael has conducted trainings with officers from the Syracuse Police Department and the Onondaga County Sheriff's Department. He has also led several Continuing Legal Education seminars for other Assistant District Attorneys and is a member of the Onondaga County Bar Association. He will now be focusing his practice on criminal defense. Michael's years of experience and success as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney will be an asset to those he will now be representing.

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Al Keith

Michael Spano is a true super attorney! If you care about your freedom and quality of life, I would highly recommend Mr. Spano. He is thorough, meticulous, and on point. I have secured Mr. Spano's services on two unfortunate occasions. Both with an incredibly positive outcome. AK, Syracuse, NY

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Sylvia Solorzano

Thank you! Mr Spano I second what was stated about your character as a loyal dedicated and caring lawyer who truly cares about his cases.In a time when my family needed the support guidance and humanity during a Complex Criminal /Mental health court case you offered support to us. I appreciated you taking the time to answer our questions while we navigated the system. I appreciate your humanity! Many blessings! To anyone needing him you won’t go wrong.

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lee crossley

Michael Spano is unquestionably the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. He represented my son in a very serious criminal matter and I found him to be extremely articulate, knowledgeable, understanding, and compassionate. Michael's integrity is beyond reproach, he candidly advised me of both the good and the bad throughout the progression of the case and at no time did he ever sugarcoat information or make any speculative promises. He possesses the patience of a saint and repeatedly answered all questions thoroughly. He always welcomed our input and seriously considered any suggestions that we made. Michael earned my family's absolute trust and made certain that no decision was ever made without my son's full agreement. I firmly believe that Michael truly cares about his clients and most importantly about their future. I can't thank Michael enough for what he did for my son and our family. I'm quite certain that had any other attorney represented my son the outcome would have been very very different and not in a good way.

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Justin Gilkerson

Michael Spano is the true definition of professional legal counsel. He was always available and offered great advice. He has treated me with respect and genuine care for my case. To all who need the best representation one could ask for, you absolutely cannot go wrong by having this man as your attorney

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Serena Hamel

Mike Spano is absolutely the BEST criminal Attorney. He not only is very sympathetic to clients,but also to family members. He is Honest. He is Very Professional, and Mr. Spano absolutely knows the law. There is absolutely no doubt that Mike Spano is the aabsolutely the BEST Attorney if in need. Mr. Spano has always been kind, has always returned phone calls in a very timely manner. He is respectful of what going through. We are absolutely grateful that Mike Spano has helped us,and He absolutely did. Even after, Mike Spano was so approachable, willing to help..because I truly believe He cares. So, nothing negative at all. All positive. If anyone needs an exceptional Attorney, please contact Michael Spano in Syracuse Serena and Bob Hamel

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Matt L.

I was extremely impressed with Michael Spano! My brother and I sat down with him for a free consultation regarding a potential criminal trial regarding...

Michael Spano Law Locations

220 South Warren Street, Syracuse, New York, USA
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Michael Spano Law Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Michael Spano Law located?

Michael Spano Law is located at: 220 South Warren Street, Syracuse, New York, USA

What are Michael Spano Law areas of expertise?

Michael Spano Law areas of expertise are: Criminal Defense.

How many years is Michael Spano Law in practice?

Michael Spano Law has been in practice for 33 years.

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