About

Manuel Portela, a skilled lawyer based in New York, specializes in Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Learn more about his background and experience below. Manuel Portela, Esq., is the founding partner of The Portela Law Office, P.C. He has a strong educational background, 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 dedicated to providing professional and compassionate legal representation to New York\s diverse population. After completing his education, Mr. Portela served as an Assistant District Lawyer at the Kings County District Lawyer\s Office in New York. During his time there, he gained valuable experience in various bureaus, including 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 through effective plea negotiations. Following his tenure as an Assistant District Lawyer, Mr. Portela expanded his practice to represent both businesses and individuals. In 1995, he founded The Portela Law Office, P.C., with a mission to vigorously advocate for his clients\ interests while providing top-notch legal services. Throughout his career, Mr. Portela has received recognition for his work, including serving as a Senior Trial Lawyer at the Kings County District Lawyer\s Office and as a Senior Editor for the American University International Law Journal. Additionally, he has worked with the New York Federal Reserve Bank as a Domestic Bank Examiner. Manuel Portela\s dedication to his clients and his extensive experience in various areas of law make him a trusted and respected figure in the legal community. If you are in need of legal representation in New York, consider reaching out to Manuel Portela for expert guidance and support.

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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