LaToya R.A. James, Esq. - The James Firm, PLLC

When you hire LaToya James, Esq., you are represented by a former Senior Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney and a Certified Matrimonial, Family, Child Custody and Visitation Mediator. Attorney James will personally work with you throughout all stages of the legal process. She will explain your rights, evaluate the evidence and explore all likely outcomes. Rest assured that your case will be in the hands of a seasoned attorney and not an associate or paralegal. LaToya’s commitment to personal and professional service ensures that you will never have to worry about the level of attention paid to your matter. Ms. James will work with you from the beginning to ensure a successful end.

You only get one chance to make a first impression, and in court, your lawyer is your first impression. If you or a loved one is in need of legal counsel for a Criminal or Family Court matter, look no further than the Tenacious, Aggressive, Experienced and Mindful LaToya R.A. James, Esq., Managing Attorney at The James Firm, PLLC

During her tenure in the District Attorney’s Office, Attorney James earned a reputation as an aggressive yet compassionate prosecutor. She handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony level criminal offenses from arraignment through trial. Ms. James ended her career with the District Attorney’s Office as a Senior Assistant District Attorney in the Major Crime Bureau, where she handled felony level criminal offences including robberies, burglaries, assaults, sex and vehicular crimes. Ms. James has also been the designated prosecutor in the Integrated Domestic Violence part of the Supreme Court and the Suffolk County Felony Youth Part.

LaToya’s experience as an Assistant District Attorney gives her invaluable insight into how prosecutors investigate and evaluate cases, as well as the trial strategies they employ. She is equipped with the knowledge and experience to dismantle the prosecution’s theory and secure favorable results for her criminal court clients.

LaToya is the consulting attorney for Long Island Against Domestic Violence, an organization committed to the empowerment of victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse. This partnership with LIADV ensures that clients of The James Firm have access emergency shelter, counseling, vocational training and educational resources.

Latoya is an experienced Criminal Defense attorney and a champion for victims of Domestic Violence. She is well respected by colleagues, adversaries, law enforcement and the Judiciary. The National Trial Lawyers Association has named LaToya James one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of New York. The American Society of Legal Advocates named LaToya one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40. LaToya embodies an unwavering commitment to justice and is a zealous advocate for her clients. Her motto is “competent counsel inspires informed decisions.”

Call The James Firm, PLLC at (631) 572-8137 today.

What People Are Saying...  

Latoya is a knowledgeable and caring attorney. She has the ability to make every client feel comfortable and at ease when faced with the most difficult of times. She is competent and a great attorney.
Melissa Aguanno
Melissa Aguanno

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She spent years building cases for the district attorney's office and now that she is in private practice she knows exactly how to take those same cases apart...
Christopher Brocato
Christopher Brocato, Esq.

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I have known Ms. James for over ten years. Ms. James is an exceptional trial attorney. She is knowledgeable, articulate, skillful, and a passionate lawyer who knows the inner workings of our criminal system. There is no doubt in my mind that she serves her clients with ultimate vigor.
Adelola Dow
Adelola Dow

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