Atty. Bruce Anthony Barket

Atty. Bruce Anthony Barket

Bruce Barket is well known for successfully handling high-profile cases and for his many trial victories. When the stakes are high, he has been the trial lawyer of choice.

Garden City Garden City 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Bruce Anthony Barket at a glance

Bruce Anthony Barket is a Founding Partner based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, violent crimes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1986) and New York (1987). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1986) and Central Connecticut State University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Bruce Barket is well known for successfully handling high-profile cases and for his many trial victories
  • When the stakes are high, he has been the trial lawyer of choice
  • He has been frequently covered by the national media, including CNN, USA Today, Court TV, Fox News, The New York Times, and PBS Frontline
  • Mr. Barket has won numerous acquittals in high-profile cases involving such crimes as securities / mail fraud, murder, and racketeering
  • Through grit, tenacity, and the use of his courtroom skills, he has put together an impressive string of both criminal and civil trial victories that span more than two decades
  • He is also known for obtaining uncanny results in the appellate and post-judgment process for clients previously convicted
  • Based upon his energetic and highly skilled re-investigation of these cold cases, he has won motions and hearings resulting in the overturning of criminal convictions where prior attorneys had failed and the clients were serving a prison sentence
  • Mr. Barket is a sought-after lecturer at Continuing Legal Education seminars where he teaches various aspects of trial practice and criminal defense to other lawyers
  • He has spoken at bar associations and law schools on such topics as delivering effective summations, the art of cross examining government witnesses, cross examining law enforcement agents, and confronting and defeating eye witness testimony
  • He is also well known for his work and lectures regarding how to attack confessions taken by law enforcement personnel
  • The New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers bestowed upon him the prestigious Gideon Award in 2003 and 2008 for his outstanding work on behalf of his clients
  • He was also named Practitioner of the Year in 2005 by the Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association
  • Mr. Barket was an Assistant District Attorney in Nassau County from 1986 to 1991 and has been in private practice for nearly 20 years
  • He was a member of the Board of Directors of the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers from 1999 to 2008 and remains an active member of the Association
  • He is also a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Mr. Barket served as President of the Nassau County Legal Aid Society from 2005 to 2006 and has been a member of its Board of Directors from 2000 to the present
  • He also served as President of the Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association from 2002 to 2003
  • He represents individuals and businesses facing allegations involving all types of federal and state offenses

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Anthony Barket's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Anthony Barket handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Violent Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Garden City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce Anthony Barket

Where is Bruce Anthony Barket's law office located?
Bruce Anthony Barket's law practice is located in Garden City, New York. The firm is Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Anthony Barket handle?
Bruce Anthony Barket focuses on criminal defense, white collar, violent crimes, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bruce Anthony Barket practiced law?
Bruce Anthony Barket has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Bruce Anthony Barket go to law school?
Bruce Anthony Barket earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Bruce Anthony Barket for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce Anthony Barket directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce Anthony Barket received?
Bruce Anthony Barket's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1986
B.A.
Central Connecticut State University
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1986
New York
Admitted: 1987

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