New York Criminal Defense Lawyer

Experience, Dedication, and Focus

We are dedicated and focused on using our years of experience to represent and protect our clients. To discuss your criminal matter with Stephen Bilkis & Associates, call 800.696.9529 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. We represent clients throughout New York City, Long Island, Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Westchester County.

Criminal Cases Stephen Bilkis & Associates Handles

Criminal law includes charges involving weapons, controlled substances, allegations of sexual misconduct, property crimes, violence against another person, and complex financial fraud. Many cases involve overlapping charges, and the outcome of one count can affect the others. Stephen Bilkis & Associates represents clients in the following criminal matters throughout New York.

Gun Crimes in New York

A weapons charge can carry mandatory minimum sentences and life-altering consequences, even for clients with no prior record. New York criminal attorney Stephen Bilkis defends clients facing charges involving illegal possession, sale, or use of firearms, including charges under New York Penal Law Article 265 (Firearms and Other Dangerous Weapons), which spans offenses from fourth-degree weapon possession under Penal Law § 265.01 up through first-degree possession under Penal Law § 265.04, as well as criminal sale of a firearm under Penal Law §§ 265.11 through 265.13. Our firm examines how the weapon was discovered, whether the stop, search, or seizure was lawful, whether the client had actual or constructive possession, and whether any license or exemption under Penal Law § 265.20 applies. When constitutional violations are present, Stephen Bilkis and his team move to suppress evidence and challenge the prosecution’s case before it ever reaches a jury.

Drug Crimes in New York

A drug charge can range from simple possession to charges alleging intent to sell or large-scale trafficking, each carrying different exposure and different defenses. Stephen Bilkis handles drug crime cases including possession, sale, trafficking, and drug conspiracy charges in the New York Courts, brought under New York Penal Law Article 220 (Controlled Substances Offenses), which spans charges from seventh-degree possession under Penal Law § 220.03 up through first-degree possession under Penal Law § 220.21 and first-degree sale under Penal Law § 220.43, as well as related conspiracy charges under Penal Law Article 105. We scrutinize the search that led to the arrest, the chain of custody for any seized substances, the lab testing procedures, and whether law enforcement had the legal basis required to search or arrest the client. Stephen Bilkis & Associates also pursues alternatives to incarceration, including treatment-based programs, when appropriate for the client’s circumstances.

Sex Crimes in New York

Few accusations carry consequences as severe or as lasting as a sex crime charge, which can mean prison time, mandatory registration under New York’s Sex Offender Registration Act, and permanent damage to a person’s reputation, even before a case is resolved. Stephen Bilkis defends clients accused of sex offenses under New York Penal Law Article 130 (Sex Offenses), including rape under Penal Law §§ 130.25 through 130.35, criminal sexual act under Penal Law §§ 130.40 through 130.50, and sexual abuse under Penal Law §§ 130.55 through 130.70, working to protect their rights, their liberty, and their future. We investigate the allegations, interview witnesses, examine communications and other evidence, and identify inconsistencies in the accuser’s account. Because these cases often turn on credibility and the statutory definition of consent under Penal Law § 130.05, Stephen Bilkis & Associates prepares an aggressive defense strategy from the earliest stage of the investigation, whenever possible, before charges are formally filed.

Theft Crimes in New York

A theft charge, whether petit larceny, grand larceny, robbery, or burglary, can bring serious penalties that depend heavily on the value involved and the manner in which the offense allegedly occurred. Stephen Bilkis represents clients facing theft-related charges under New York Penal Law Article 155 (Larceny), from petit larceny under Penal Law § 155.25 through first-degree grand larceny under Penal Law § 155.42, as well as robbery charges under Penal Law Article 160 and burglary charges under Penal Law Article 140. We review surveillance footage, witness statements, financial records, and the circumstances of any arrest to identify weaknesses in the case and pursue reduced charges or dismissal where the evidence supports it.

Violent Crimes in New York

A violent crime charge, including assault, domestic violence, robbery, or homicide, puts a client’s liberty and future directly at risk and demands an immediate, thorough defense. Stephen Bilkis & Associates defends clients accused of violent offenses under New York Penal Law Article 120 (Assault and Related Offenses), which spans third-degree assault under Penal Law § 120.00 through first-degree assault under Penal Law § 120.10, as well as homicide charges under Penal Law Article 125, including manslaughter under Penal Law §§ 125.15 and 125.20 and murder under Penal Law §§ 125.25 and 125.27. We examine self-defense claims, witness credibility, forensic evidence, and law enforcement’s conduct during the investigation. We work quickly to preserve surveillance footage, medical records, and witness accounts before they disappear, and we prepare each case as though it will go to trial, even while pursuing favorable negotiated outcomes when they serve the client’s interests.

White Collar Crimes in New York

A white-collar charge, such as fraud, embezzlement, or other financial crimes, often involves complex records, lengthy investigations, and prosecutors who have spent months building their case before an arrest is ever made. Stephen Bilkis represents individuals and business owners facing white-collar criminal charges in New York, including falsifying business records under Penal Law §§ 175.05 and 175.10, scheme to defraud under Penal Law Article 190, insurance fraud under Penal Law Article 176, and larceny by embezzlement or false pretenses under Penal Law § 155.05. We analyze financial records, emails, contracts, and other documentary evidence, work with forensic accountants when necessary, and identify defenses related to intent, knowledge, and authorization. Stephen Bilkis & Associates approaches these cases with the same document-intensive rigor prosecutors use to build them.

Request a Free, No-Obligation Consultation with Stephen Bilkis & Associates

If you are facing a criminal charge or investigation, contact New York criminal defense lawyer Stephen Bilkis today for a free consultation at (800) 696-9529. Tell us what happened, whether an arraignment or court date is pending, and what you are facing. We will discuss the situation and identify the next steps that may be available.

Stephen Bilkis & Associates does not treat a criminal case as simply a series of court appearances. Beginning with the first consultation, we learn the facts, identify the significant events, and gather relevant documents, communications, evidence, photographs, and witness accounts. We build a detailed chronology of the case, which allows us to spot inconsistencies in the prosecution’s evidence and identify every available defense.

We look for every opportunity to resolve the case favorably, whether through dismissal or a negotiated plea. When no such resolution is available, the factual and evidentiary work completed throughout the case becomes the foundation for trial preparation. If a favorable resolution cannot be reached, the factual and evidentiary work completed throughout the case becomes the foundation for trial preparation.

No two cases call for the same approach, so Stephen Bilkis & Associates shapes its strategy around the specific facts and the client’s priorities. We can pursue an aggressive litigation strategy, take a negotiation-focused approach, or combine the two. Whether the matter is resolved through a negotiated outcome or presented to a jury, we remain focused on protecting our client’s freedom, record, and future. We are here to help you and your family.

Contact Stephen Bilkis & Associates today for a free consultation at 800.696.9529.