Atty. Eric G. Poulos
Eric G. Poulos is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, police misconduct, personal injury.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 49+ Years Experience
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About Eric G. Poulos at a Glance
Eric G. Poulos is a Legal Aid Society based in New York, New York. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Clark University (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric G. Poulos
- Eric G. Poulos is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, police misconduct, personal injury
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Clark University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Eric practices in New York, NY
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Eric G. Poulos's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric G. Poulos handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in New York
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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Civil Rights in New York
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Eric G. Poulos
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric G. Poulos's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric G. Poulos brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Eric G. Poulos can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights, Eric G. Poulos can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric G. Poulos attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric G. Poulos Handles in New York
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