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Why Edward Palermo Is Nassau County’s Top Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyer

With 30+ years of courtroom success, Edward Palermo stands out as Nassau County’s go-to criminal defense and DWI lawyer. Trusted, tenacious, and always accessible.

Why Edward Palermo Is Nassau County’s Top Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyer

When you're facing criminal charges or a DWI arrest in Nassau County, the lawyer you choose can define your future. For over three decades, Edward Palermo has been that defining factor for more than 2,000 New Yorkers—and it’s no mystery why clients and colleagues alike say he’s the best criminal defense and DWI lawyer in Nassau County.

Experience You Can Trust

With 30+ years of legal expertise, Ed Palermo brings unmatched insight into the court systems of Nassau and Suffolk Counties. He’s been consistently recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, a Trailblazer by the New York Law Journal, and maintains a flawless 10.0 AVVO rating. These aren't just accolades—they’re a reflection of results.

But what truly sets him apart? Every client receives direct access to Ed himself—no gatekeepers, no passing the file down the ladder. When your reputation, freedom, or career is on the line, you want a lawyer who picks up the phone at 2 a.m. That’s Ed.

A Record of Real Results

Clients trust Ed Palermo because he delivers victories in cases that seem unwinnable. His results speak volumes:

  • DWI charge reduced to a traffic violation for a medical doctor, saving their career

  • Complete dismissal of charges for a repeat offender after a key procedural flaw was uncovered

  • Not guilty verdict in aggravated DWI trial for a local teacher, preserving their license and future

  • Repeatedly turns criminal charges into non-criminal outcomes with strategic negotiation and deep legal insight

Whether you’re a professional with a license to protect or a college student worried about your future, Ed Palermo fights with the same intensity—because he knows what’s at stake.

Why Clients Call Him “The Best”

✅ Direct Access – Every client gets Ed’s personal cell number
✅ Round-the-Clock Support – Available 24/7 for urgent questions or updates
✅ Tailored Strategy – No cookie-cutter defense plans—just smart, focused representation
✅ Unmatched Care – “Ed truly cared about my outcome, not just the case.”

Specializing in Criminal & DWI Defense

Ed Palermo focuses exclusively on criminal defense and DWI law, including:

  • Driving While Intoxicated (DWI / DUI)

  • Drug Possession

  • Domestic Violence

  • Theft, Embezzlement & White Collar Crime

  • Assault & Violent Offenses

  • Felonies & Misdemeanors

This laser focus means he’s always ahead of trends, tactics, and changes in New York’s legal landscape.

Don’t Settle for Second Best

📍 1 Old Country Rd Suite 265, Carle Place, NY 11514
📞 (516) 280-2160
🌐 www.edpalermo.com

Whether you're facing a first-time DWI or complex criminal charges, Edward Palermo offers the skill, compassion, and fierce advocacy you need. Hundreds have trusted him in their most vulnerable moments—and walked away with their dignity, future, and freedom intact.