About

Manuel Portela, a professional legal professional primarily based in New York, specializes in Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Learn extra about his background and experience underneath. Manuel Portela, Esq., is the founding associate of The Portela Law Office, P.C. He has a robust educational history, having graduated from Fordham University in 1986 and The Washington College of Law at American University with a JD in 1990. Fluent in Spanish, Mr. Portela is devoted to supplying professional and compassionate legal representation to New Yorks diverse populace. After completing his schooling, Mr. Portela served as an Assistant District Lawyer on the Kings County District Lawyers Office in New York. During his time there, he received valuable experience in various bureaus, which includes the Criminal Court Bureau, Early Case Assessment Bureau, Felony Investigations Bureau, and Supreme Court Bureau. He successfully handled numerous Felony and Misdemeanor cases, resolving many thru effective plea negotiations. Following his tenure as an Assistant District Lawyer, Mr. Portela multiplied his practice to symbolize both companies and individuals. In 1995, he based The Portela Law Office, P.C., with a venture to vigorously advocate for his customers interests at the same time as presenting top-notch legal offerings. Throughout his career, Mr. Portela has received recognition for his paintings, consisting of serving as a Senior Trial Lawyer on the Kings County District Lawyers Office and as a Senior Editor for the American University International Law Journal. Additionally, he has labored with the New York Federal Reserve Bank as a Domestic Bank Examiner. Manuel Portelas determination to his customers and his significant experience in various areas of regulation make him a relied on and respected discern inside the prison community. If you're in want of legal illustration in New York, consider attaining out to Manuel Portela for expert guidance and assist.

Legal Issues

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Immigration Law

Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

DUI & DWI

Traffic Tickets

Suspended License

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights

White Collar Crime

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• Spanish: Spoken, Written

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Assistant District Lawyer, Felony Trial Bureau
  Kings County District Lawyer s Office
  1990
• Domestic Bank Examiner
  Federal Reserve Bank of New York
  1986

Education

Associations

Costs

• Payment With Credit Card
• Retaines and Rates
  Flat Fee Retainers, Conditional Fees and Hourly Fees available depending on the assignment.

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