Young, Bold and Relentless in Criminal Defense

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Young, Bold and Relentless in Criminal Defense

As a former prosecutor, attorney Samantha Chorny provides aggressive and tactical defense for some of the most serious criminal charges in New York. SMC Law Firm will fight until the very end for your freedom.

Whether you are facing a federal or state crime, she has the experience and knowledge to effectively represent you. Samantha understands the intricacies of laws involving conspiracy charges, illegal possession of weapons charges, drug crimes, narcotics, sex crimes, DWI/DUI offenses, domestic violence charges, and other serious crimes in New York.

Criminal law is her passion, and she solely focuses her practice on it. Her top priority is always the interests of her clients.

Defending your future with fierce determination

Driven to get results, SMC Law Firm takes an aggressive approach. Lead attorney Samantha Chorny is never afraid to go to court, and has recently brought three back-to-back murder trials to verdict in New York – a rare feat for a criminal defense lawyer. She will diligently investigate every aspect of your case to build a bold strategy designed to protect your freedom and keep you out of jail.

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"Samantha's expertise turned a frightening situation into a manageable one, achieving a better outcome than I had hoped."

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A Proven Track Record In Serious Criminal Cases

Attorney Samantha Chorny brings a breadth of experience and knowledge to each case she represents. As a former prosecutor for the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, she worked in various bureaus, including intakes, trials, and grand juries. Her aggressive strategies have led to victories in a range of serious criminal cases, from murder to felony drug charges and federal offenses.

Samantha has built a reputation for achieving unmatched results with consistency and speed. Recognized by clients for her fearlessness in the courtroom and fidelity to their cause, Samantha believes in the lawyer's ability to improve the justice system and uphold the constitutional ideals of our society.

With a focus on empowering her clients and providing them with the support and guidance they need to navigate the criminal justice system, Samantha is a fierce advocate for those who have been accused of crimes. She understands the challenges the accused face in the criminal justice system, and she is committed to fighting for their rights and ensuring that they receive fair treatment under the law.

Prior to starting her own criminal defense law firm, she was a Senior Associate Attorney at Rosenberg Criminal Defense Law Firm. Before that, Samantha served four years in the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, where she tried numerous cases to verdict and prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases ranging from major assaults to financial crimes to drugs to the successful prosecution of criminal enterprises and theft rings. Samantha spent a year in the vehicular crimes bureau learning the intricacies and technicalities of DWI cases. A native of Queens, New York, Samantha is admitted to the New York state bar, the Eastern District of New York, the Southern District of New York, and the Northern District of New York.

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We'll thoroughly investigate your case to build a strong strategy that protects your freedom

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