• And I want to acknowledge and compliment defense counsel for the good work that he has done… You know, were it not for the efforts of counsel, (…) likely would be facing a sentence of incarceration today and I’m glad to be able to spare him that fate.


    Hon. Robert N. Chatigny

    United States District Court, District of Connecticut

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  • I was persuaded by the arguments that were presented by Mr. DiBenedetto…quite frankly…the detail provided clarity…


    Hon. Dora L. Irizarry,

    United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

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  • …he's a very thorough lawyer, a very capable one.


    Hon. Richard J. Sullivan

    United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit

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  • ...I suspect that but for Mr. DiBenedetto's advocacy the sentence imposed… would likely have been much higher, indeed, perhaps effectively a life sentence.


    Hon. Paul G. Gardephe,

    United States District Court, Southern District of New York

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  • Yes, your submission was excellent; and I congratulate you.


    Hon. Jack B. Weinstein,

    United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

  • …he's a very thorough lawyer, a very capable one.


    Hon. Richard J. Sullivan

    United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit

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  • ...I suspect that but for Mr. DiBenedetto's advocacy the sentence imposed… would likely have been much higher, indeed, perhaps effectively a life sentence.


    Hon. Paul G. Gardephe,

    United States District Court, Southern District of New York

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  • Yes, your submission was excellent; and I congratulate you.


    Hon. Jack B. Weinstein,

    United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

  • And I want to acknowledge and compliment defense counsel for the good work that he has done… You know, were it not for the efforts of counsel, (…) likely would be facing a sentence of incarceration today and I’m glad to be able to spare him that fate.


    Hon. Robert N. Chatigny

    United States District Court, District of Connecticut

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  • I was persuaded by the arguments that were presented by Mr. DiBenedetto…quite frankly…the detail provided clarity…


    Hon. Dora L. Irizarry,

    United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

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  • …he's a very thorough lawyer, a very capable one.


    Hon. Richard J. Sullivan

    United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit

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  • ...I suspect that but for Mr. DiBenedetto's advocacy the sentence imposed… would likely have been much higher, indeed, perhaps effectively a life sentence.


    Hon. Paul G. Gardephe,

    United States District Court, Southern District of New York


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  • Yes, your submission was excellent; and I congratulate you.


    Hon. Jack B. Weinstein,

    United States District Court, Eastern District of New York

OUR REPUTATION

HONESTY. INTEGRITY. EFFECTIVE.

When your liberty is at stake, you want a criminal defense attorney who believes you, will fight for you and knows how to get the job done. Joseph DiBenedetto is a full service and time-tested criminal defense attorney recognized for his compassion with clients, effective advocacy and proven results in both state and federal court. Noted for his analytical approach and strong work ethic, DiBenedetto excels when the stakes are high, delivering some of his best results in the most difficult cases.


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OUR PRACTICE

FOCUSED. THOROUGH. SKILLED.

Widely known as a fierce litigator, Joseph DiBenedetto has built a solid foundation throughout New York State and beyond by successfully handling complex and high-profile matters. DiBenedetto has a diverse practice and his experience in all aspects of criminal defense allows him to routinely represent those charged with crimes ranging from Money Laundering, Securities Fraud, Health Care Fraud, Labor Fraud and Mortgage Fraud to RICO, Enterprise Corruption, International and Local Narcotics Offenses and other felony and misdemeanor offenses such as Murder and DWI. 

OUR PRACTICE

FOCUSED. THOROUGH. SKILLED.

Widely known as a fierce litigator, Joseph DiBenedetto has built a solid foundation throughout New York State and beyond by successfully handling complex and high-profile matters. DiBenedetto has a diverse practice and his experience in all aspects of criminal defense allows him to routinely represent those charged with crimes ranging from Money Laundering, Securities Fraud, Health Care Fraud, Labor Fraud and Mortgage Fraud to RICO, Enterprise Corruption, International and Local Narcotics Offenses and other felony and misdemeanor offenses such as Murder and DWI. 
NEW YORK CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
TIME TESTED.  EXPERIENCED. ACCOMPLISHED.  

Joseph DiBenedetto has established a solid reputation as a thorough and effective litigator at both the federal and state level. His work ethic and skill have produced consistent positive results for persons charged in complex and high-profile matters. As a result of his record of success, DiBenedetto has been retained in federal and state criminal matters by clients throughout the United States and throughout the world, including France, Holland, Spain, Lebanon, Colombia and Guatemala.\.


DiBenedetto is honest and reliable. He prides himself on providing his clients with a candid assessment of their case. DiBenedetto personally prepares each case as though it will be a trial. This includes intensive review of all discovery and an independent investigation of the facts alleged by the prosecution.


More importantly, he is a fearless advocate who does not shy away from difficult legal arguments if they are in the best interest of the client. He has the knowledge and ability to uncover issues and create leverage for his clients in otherwise unwinnable cases. It is these traits that make him a strong trial counsel and a skillful negotiator in cases where there is significant trial risk. 


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NEW YORK CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
TIME TESTED. EXPERIENCED. ACCOMPLISHED.  

Joseph DiBenedetto has established a solid reputation as a thorough and effective litigator at both the federal and state level. His work ethic and skill have produced consistent positive results for persons charged in complex and high-profile matters. As a result of his record of success, DiBenedetto has been retained in federal and state criminal matters by clients throughout the United States and throughout the world, including France, Holland, Spain, Lebanon, Colombia and Guatemala.

DiBenedetto is honest and reliable. He prides himself on providing his clients with a candid assessment of their case. DiBenedetto personally prepares each case as though it will be a trial. This includes intensive review of all discovery and an independent investigation of the facts alleged by the prosecution. 

More importantly, he is a fearless advocate who does not shy away from difficult legal arguments if they are in the best interest of the client. He has the knowledge and ability to uncover issues and create leverage for his clients in otherwise unwinnable cases. It is these traits that make him a strong trial counsel and a skillful negotiator in cases where there is significant trial risk.  

CORPORATE REPRESENTATION

DiBenedetto regularly represents corporations and their employees in regulatory, tax, and criminal investigations. Additionally, DiBenedetto is routinely retained by corporations to conduct internal investigations. In this setting, DiBenedetto has been successful by assessing facts and circumstances, conducting interviews, preserving evidence and testimony and preparing reports that withstand regulatory scrutiny. DiBenedetto’s work has saved his clients’ reputations and money. 
 
DiBenedetto’s services are also often sought by New York City based corporations involved within the construction industry. DiBenedetto is frequently retained by companies faced with criminal and non-criminal inquires by New York State Tax, Internal Revenue Service, OSHA, New York State Insurance Fund and New York State Department of Labor. DiBenedetto’s experience and know-how has helped numerous clients navigate smoothly through each of these agencies.
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CORPORATE REPRESENTATION

DiBenedetto regularly represents corporations and their employees in regulatory, tax, and criminal investigations. Additionally, DiBenedetto is routinely retained by corporations to conduct internal investigations. In this setting, DiBenedetto has been successful by assessing facts and circumstances, conducting interviews, preserving evidence and testimony and preparing reports that withstand regulatory scrutiny. DiBenedetto’s work has saved his clients’ reputations and money. 
 
DiBenedetto’s services are also often sought by New York City based corporations involved within the construction industry. DiBenedetto is frequently retained by companies faced with criminal and non-criminal inquires by New York State Tax, Internal Revenue Service, OSHA, New York State Insurance Fund and New York State Department of Labor. DiBenedetto’s experience and know-how has helped numerous clients navigate smoothly through each of these agencies.
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INTERNATIONAL MONEY LAUNDERING & DRUG CASES

DiBenedetto has also successfully represented clients charged in both local and international large-scale money laundering and narcotics cases. DiBenedetto regularly represents individuals extradited to the United States from Colombia, Guatemala and elsewhere. DiBenedetto and his team work closely with local counsel prior to extradition to lock in essential testimony, begin the discovery process and ensure that the move to the United States is lawful. DiBenedetto’s ability to identify the complex issues and legal consequences associated with conspiracy and money laundering offenses, combined with his knowledge of the sentencing guidelines, has benefited many clients.
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INTERNATIONAL MONEY LAUNDERING & DRUG CASES

DiBenedetto has also successfully represented clients charged in both local and international large-scale money laundering and narcotics cases. DiBenedetto regularly represents individuals extradited to the United States from Colombia, Guatemala and elsewhere. DiBenedetto and his team work closely with local counsel prior to extradition to lock in essential testimony, begin the discovery process and ensure that the move to the United States is lawful. DiBenedetto’s ability to identify the complex issues and legal consequences associated with conspiracy and money laundering offenses, combined with his knowledge of the sentencing guidelines, has benefited many clients.
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A PROVEN TRACK RECORD

Mr. DiBenedetto has successfully represented numerous individuals charged with a wide array of offenses at both the federal and state level. He has successfully represented fellow attorneys, law enforcement personnel, union officials, medical professionals, accountants, and CEOs of major corporations. He has secured the pretrial dismissal of numerous cases at both the federal and state level. Additionally, his extensive knowledge of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines and state sentencing provisions has benefited numerous clients, earning them significantly reduced sentences.

MEDIA & RECOGNITION

DiBenedetto’s cases are often covered throughout the media. Based on his experience, notoriety, and track record of success, DiBenedetto is often sought to provide legal commentary on local, national and international issues involving criminal law. DiBenedetto has provided expert analysis to all major media outlets including Fox News, Time Magazine, NBC Nightly News, Fox Sports, Star Magazine, ESPN, E! and CNN, amongst others.

 

DiBenedetto’s successes within the criminal defense field has netted him features in several publications, including Lawyer Monthly, Criminal Laws.com, Russo’s Magazine, and America Oggi. DiBenedetto has also been published in Forbes, The Huffington Post and The Observer News.

 

Early on in his career, DiBenedetto was recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2012, a peer-based distinction awarded to only 2.5 percent of lawyers throughout New York State. DiBenedetto has been recognized as a Super Lawyer each year thereafter based on his compelling work within the criminal defense field.

 

DiBenedetto’s hard work and accomplishments in difficult cases has also earned him a perfect 10 rating on AVVO.

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MEDIA & RECOGNITION

DiBenedetto’s cases are often covered throughout the media. Based on his experience, notoriety, and track record of success, DiBenedetto is often sought to provide legal commentary on local, national and international issues involving criminal law. DiBenedetto has provided expert analysis to all major media outlets including Fox News, Time Magazine, NBC Nightly News, Fox Sports, Star Magazine, ESPN, E! and CNN, amongst others.

 

DiBenedetto’s successes within the criminal defense field has netted him features in several publications, including Lawyer Monthly, Criminal Laws.com, Russo’s Magazine, and America Oggi. DiBenedetto has also been published in Forbes, The Huffington Post and The Observer News.

 

Early on in his career, DiBenedetto was recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2012, a peer-based distinction awarded to only 2.5 percent of lawyers throughout New York State. DiBenedetto has been recognized as a Super Lawyer each year thereafter based on his compelling work within the criminal defense field.

 

DiBenedetto’s hard work and accomplishments in difficult cases has also earned him a perfect 10 rating on AVVO.

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ABOUT JOESPH DIBENEDETTO
Joseph DiBenedetto is a criminal defense attorney for over 18 years, practicing primarily in the federal and state courts of New York. He opened his own firm in 2008. DiBenedetto has successfully represented numerous individuals including fellow attorneys, law enforcement personnel, union officials, medical professionals, entertainers, professional athletes and coaches, accountants and CEOs of major corporations. 

DiBenedetto is honest and reliable. He prides himself on providing his clients with a candid assessment of their case. DiBenedetto personally prepares each case as though it will be a trial. This includes intensive review of all discovery and an independent investigation of the facts alleged by the prosecution.


More importantly, he is a fearless advocate who does not shy away from difficult legal arguments if they are in the best interest of the client. He has the knowledge and ability to uncover issues and create leverage for his clients in otherwise unwinnable cases. It is these traits that make him a strong trial counsel and a skillful negotiator in cases where there is significant trial risk. 

ABOUT JOESPH DIBENEDETTO
Joseph DiBenedetto is a criminal defense attorney for over 18 years, practicing primarily in the federal and state courts of New York. He opened his own firm in 2008. DiBenedetto has successfully represented numerous individuals including fellow attorneys, law enforcement personnel, union officials, medical professionals, entertainers, professional athletes and coaches, accountants and CEOs of major corporations. 

DiBenedetto is honest and reliable. He prides himself on providing his clients with a candid assessment of their case. DiBenedetto personally prepares each case as though it will be a trial. This includes intensive review of all discovery and an independent investigation of the facts alleged by the prosecution.


More importantly, he is a fearless advocate who does not shy away from difficult legal arguments if they are in the best interest of the client. He has the knowledge and ability to uncover issues and create leverage for his clients in otherwise unwinnable cases. It is these traits that make him a strong trial counsel and a skillful negotiator in cases where there is significant trial risk. 

OUR REPUTATION
Time Tested. Experienced. Success. 

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Widely known as a fierce litigator, Joseph DiBenedetto has built a solid foundation throughout New York State and beyond by successfully handling complex and high-profile matters including White Collar Offenses, Violent Crimes, and International Narcotics Offenses. DiBenedetto has a diverse practice and his experience in all aspects of criminal defense allows him to routinely represent those charged with crimes ranging from Money Laundering, Securities Fraud, Health Care Fraud, Labor Fraud, and Mortgage Fraud to RICO, Enterprise Corruption, International and Local Narcotics Offenses and other felony and misdemeanor offenses such as Murder and DWI.

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