Andrew Proto
White Plains, NY
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Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
DUI and DWI
Language
English
About
As a former Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County, Andrew gained valuable experience while handling countless felony and misdemeanor cases. While an Assistant District Attorney he prosecuted a variety of criminal cases including murder, drug sale & possession, assault, DWI, theft, sex offenses and many others. Also, while a prosecutor he coordinated various investigations with state and local law enforcement, developing relationships he still maintains today. Criminal Defense Now as a criminal defense attorney Andrew has defended all types of criminal investigations and offenses including complex white collar crimes, million dollar thefts, grand and petit larcenies, assault, drug offenses, sex offenses (SORA), DWI/DUI, gun possession charges, or many other criminal actions. Andrew’s approach is aggressive and he skillfully defends those in New York State and Federal Court. Andrew has a full understanding of various court programs such as TASC, Willard Drug Treatment, OASAS, the WAVE Program and other programs related to violence and/or drug and alcohol use. Andrew has represented various professional clients such as school administrators, teachers, law enforcement officers, executives, recording producers, business owners, stock brokers and others with various employment or other licenses that may be threatened by a criminal arrest or conviction. DWI Defense After prosecuting countless DWI crimes with the Westchester County District Attorney’s office Andrew now defends those charged with DWI. Andrew has extensive experience defending clients charged with DWI in both negotiating a plea bargain and/or defending the DWI charge at trial. Andrew is also published in the area of DWI law and defense strategies. His insight into the latest changes in DWI law and the best defense strategies was featured in the 2015, Inside the Minds book series titled “Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in New York”. The publication is focused on educating other lawyers as to the best DWI defenses in New York State. Traffic Ticket Defense Andrew regularly appears in the local justice courts of Westchester and the surrounding counties defending all types of traffic tickets. From speeding to driving with a suspended license, Andrew fights for a dismissal of the ticket or a reduction to protect his client’s driver’s license and insurance rates. Family Law & Divorce In addition to criminal & traffic defense Andrew represents various clients in matrimonial and family law court proceedings. This includes prenuptial agreements, separation agreements and divorce matters both contested and uncontested. In family court Andrew regularly represents clients in matters involving child support, paternity, custody, visitation, orders of protection, family offense, neglect, abuse, juvenile delinquency and relocation proceedings. CPS Fair Hearings Andrew represent clients at Fair Hearings before the Office of Children and Family Services. After an indicated finding from ACS, DSS or CPS Andrew has found success having “indicated” findings amended to “unfounded” and sealed. This has included parents accused of child abuse, neglect or maltreatment and employees of various child’s housing facilities. Education Background Andrew is a graduate from the State University of New York College at Brockport where he graduated with academic honors. He studied both criminal justice and political science obtaining a bachelor’s degree. Andrew served as vice–president of the student government and had authority of its million dollar budget. He also served as president of the criminal justice student association. Andrew graduated from Western New England College School of Law, located in Springfield, Massachusetts. His coursework focused on criminal law and family law, he also served on the law school moot court team. As a student he was accepted at the local District Attorney’s office to prosecute various criminal offenses, including conducting trials, even before graduation. Employment Background Upon graduation Andrew served as an Assistant District Attorney in Westchester County first in the motions and appeals bureau and then serving in the local criminal courts including the towns of Bedford, Briarcliff, Lewisboro, Mount Kisco, Mount Pleasant, New Castle, North Salem, Ossining, Pleasantville, Pound Ridge, Somers, Harrison, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Port Chester, Rye, Scarsdale, Yonkers, White Plains, North Castle, Peekskill, Yorktown, New Rochelle, Eastchester, Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Hastings, Greenburgh, Elmsford, Dobbs Ferry, Mount Vernon and Pelham. After serving with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office, Andrew was employed by a Westchester County civil defense firm as a senior Associate. He worked in the Supreme and County Courts of Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Bronx, New York, Queens, Brooklyn, Putnam, Dutchess and Rockland Counties. At the civil defense firm Andrew represented such clients as Allstate insurance company, Chubb, GMAC, Travelers, Putnam Hospital and Turner Construction. Owner & Partner at Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP Today, Andrew and his law partners at Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP now focus on a variety of legal matters including, criminal defense, family law (custody, support & visitation), divorce actions, traffic tickets, DWI and other general civil litigation. Andrew is most proud of his countless satisfied clients he has helped defend through the most difficult times of their lives. Andrew personalizes every defense and legal strategy for each client. He is always available to speak to make sure each client has a full understanding of the legal process.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Family
DUI and DWI
Language
English
Contact
Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLPOne North BroadwaySuite 401White Plains, NY, 10601One North BroadwaySuite 401Suite 401White Plains, NY, 10601
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Website: N/AReviews
I had serious legal problems. Andrew Proto reassured me and fought for my rights. The outcome was beyond my expectations. I have have high praise for Andrew and his expertise.
Hired and was able to win my case efficiently and effectively in 2018. Return client in 2021. Very communicative and takes time to fully understand the situation and strategize. Will be my go-to for complicated on-going custody issues
Let’s just say Andrew will forever remember my family and I for our unpredictable grandparents rights case that kept taking many unexpected turns over the course of approx. 1 year. We hired Andrew purely based on his stellar reviews out of his White Plains office. Andrew helped me through my emotional and unfortunate situation in more ways than I can ever thank him. He guided me correctly through the process and never left me wondering what was coming next. He would spend hours on the phone with me if I needed him to (even once for an entire hour off the clock when I was on the verge of an emotional breakdown due to our case!) and was always available for us anytime we needed him. We ended up with a result to our case that was entirely favorable for my family and I even when we had some grim days and were losing hope. Andrew was always honest and empathetic throughout - at times I felt like I was venting and talking to a friend about my thoughts and worries about next steps. He’s a fabulous attorney with an aggressive attitude in the court room - while I hope to never need to hire him again, he would certainly be my go to if I ever found myself down this journey again. Thank you for all you did for us, Andrew!!
I had a really crappy situation to deal with, these guys made it really easy and painless. I dealt with Andrew he was great right form the get go, gave me his cell phone number and was always available whenever I needed anything even after hours. This company really takes a personal approach and i really felt like I was more than just a client. As for their actual legal work, they were phenomenal. My case was resolved quickly despite everything that's going on in the world right now. The outcome was significantly better than other people had it told me to expect. If you or a loved one are in a situation where you need legal help I urge you to give them a call!
Mr. Proto successfully won initiated CPS case .He was very professional and always available which really helped our family through that ordeal.
I got a traffic ticket. His office entered a guilty plea to the reduced charge of VTL 1180D, speeding 85/65 zone off the original speeding 101/65 zone. There are 4 points associated with this reduced speeding ticket violation as opposed to the original 8 points. I had to pay $318 to the court, and l kept my driving license. I was worried because l never had to deal with the law before, mr Proto and his team were very reassuring. I recommend his law firm.
Best lawyer in New York, Andrew is very good at he is doing, he help us win the CPS case and he fights until the end for us. Our lawyer is very professional and he is willing to spend time with us to help us develop good strategy to win the case. Highly recommended.
Speechless of the professionalism, care and determination of Andrew Proto and David. Outstanding results! I can not thank them both enough for helping me and supporting me through this very emotional situation. I have worked with many attorneys and none compare to them and their office. I can not thank them enough. They believed in me and did everything possible that you would wish an attorney would do. I am forever grateful for finding them and having hope that there are attorneys out there who really do care and do what they have to for you. If you need a confident review to determine who you hire - do not think twice about Andrew and David. I will be forever grateful. Thank you both again!
When our company moved to rye I was getting in i95 in new Rochelle going to rye merging in ,a state trooper wrote me two tickets, one for agessive lane change and one for tail gating, Andrew proto got both tickets dismissed, he and his firm are the most professional and the very best!
After receiving an onerous and incorrect ticket, I contracted with Andrew and provided him with a detailed description and drawings of the supposed infraction. Andrew was able to negotiate the onerous ticket of points and a hefty fine down to a manageable amount that I was willing to pay. Thanks Andrew, good job!
I had serious legal problems. Andrew Proto reassured me and fought for my rights. The outcome was beyond my expectations. I have have high praise for Andrew and his expertise.
Hired and was able to win my case efficiently and effectively in 2018. Return client in 2021. Very communicative and takes time to fully understand the situation and strategize. Will be my go-to for complicated on-going custody issues
Let’s just say Andrew will forever remember my family and I for our unpredictable grandparents rights case that kept taking many unexpected turns over the course of approx. 1 year. We hired Andrew purely based on his stellar reviews out of his White Plains office. Andrew helped me through my emotional and unfortunate situation in more ways than I can ever thank him. He guided me correctly through the process and never left me wondering what was coming next. He would spend hours on the phone with me if I needed him to (even once for an entire hour off the clock when I was on the verge of an emotional breakdown due to our case!) and was always available for us anytime we needed him. We ended up with a result to our case that was entirely favorable for my family and I even when we had some grim days and were losing hope. Andrew was always honest and empathetic throughout - at times I felt like I was venting and talking to a friend about my thoughts and worries about next steps. He’s a fabulous attorney with an aggressive attitude in the court room - while I hope to never need to hire him again, he would certainly be my go to if I ever found myself down this journey again. Thank you for all you did for us, Andrew!!
I had a really crappy situation to deal with, these guys made it really easy and painless. I dealt with Andrew he was great right form the get go, gave me his cell phone number and was always available whenever I needed anything even after hours. This company really takes a personal approach and i really felt like I was more than just a client. As for their actual legal work, they were phenomenal. My case was resolved quickly despite everything that's going on in the world right now. The outcome was significantly better than other people had it told me to expect. If you or a loved one are in a situation where you need legal help I urge you to give them a call!
Mr. Proto successfully won initiated CPS case .He was very professional and always available which really helped our family through that ordeal.
I got a traffic ticket. His office entered a guilty plea to the reduced charge of VTL 1180D, speeding 85/65 zone off the original speeding 101/65 zone. There are 4 points associated with this reduced speeding ticket violation as opposed to the original 8 points. I had to pay $318 to the court, and l kept my driving license. I was worried because l never had to deal with the law before, mr Proto and his team were very reassuring. I recommend his law firm.
Best lawyer in New York, Andrew is very good at he is doing, he help us win the CPS case and he fights until the end for us. Our lawyer is very professional and he is willing to spend time with us to help us develop good strategy to win the case. Highly recommended.
Speechless of the professionalism, care and determination of Andrew Proto and David. Outstanding results! I can not thank them both enough for helping me and supporting me through this very emotional situation. I have worked with many attorneys and none compare to them and their office. I can not thank them enough. They believed in me and did everything possible that you would wish an attorney would do. I am forever grateful for finding them and having hope that there are attorneys out there who really do care and do what they have to for you. If you need a confident review to determine who you hire - do not think twice about Andrew and David. I will be forever grateful. Thank you both again!
When our company moved to rye I was getting in i95 in new Rochelle going to rye merging in ,a state trooper wrote me two tickets, one for agessive lane change and one for tail gating, Andrew proto got both tickets dismissed, he and his firm are the most professional and the very best!
After receiving an onerous and incorrect ticket, I contracted with Andrew and provided him with a detailed description and drawings of the supposed infraction. Andrew was able to negotiate the onerous ticket of points and a hefty fine down to a manageable amount that I was willing to pay. Thanks Andrew, good job!
I had serious legal problems. Andrew Proto reassured me and fought for my rights. The outcome was beyond my expectations. I have have high praise for Andrew and his expertise.
Hired and was able to win my case efficiently and effectively in 2018. Return client in 2021. Very communicative and takes time to fully understand the situation and strategize. Will be my go-to for complicated on-going custody issues
Let’s just say Andrew will forever remember my family and I for our unpredictable grandparents rights case that kept taking many unexpected turns over the course of approx. 1 year. We hired Andrew purely based on his stellar reviews out of his White Plains office. Andrew helped me through my emotional and unfortunate situation in more ways than I can ever thank him. He guided me correctly through the process and never left me wondering what was coming next. He would spend hours on the phone with me if I needed him to (even once for an entire hour off the clock when I was on the verge of an emotional breakdown due to our case!) and was always available for us anytime we needed him. We ended up with a result to our case that was entirely favorable for my family and I even when we had some grim days and were losing hope. Andrew was always honest and empathetic throughout - at times I felt like I was venting and talking to a friend about my thoughts and worries about next steps. He’s a fabulous attorney with an aggressive attitude in the court room - while I hope to never need to hire him again, he would certainly be my go to if I ever found myself down this journey again. Thank you for all you did for us, Andrew!!
I had a really crappy situation to deal with, these guys made it really easy and painless. I dealt with Andrew he was great right form the get go, gave me his cell phone number and was always available whenever I needed anything even after hours. This company really takes a personal approach and i really felt like I was more than just a client. As for their actual legal work, they were phenomenal. My case was resolved quickly despite everything that's going on in the world right now. The outcome was significantly better than other people had it told me to expect. If you or a loved one are in a situation where you need legal help I urge you to give them a call!
Mr. Proto successfully won initiated CPS case .He was very professional and always available which really helped our family through that ordeal.
I got a traffic ticket. His office entered a guilty plea to the reduced charge of VTL 1180D, speeding 85/65 zone off the original speeding 101/65 zone. There are 4 points associated with this reduced speeding ticket violation as opposed to the original 8 points. I had to pay $318 to the court, and l kept my driving license. I was worried because l never had to deal with the law before, mr Proto and his team were very reassuring. I recommend his law firm.
Best lawyer in New York, Andrew is very good at he is doing, he help us win the CPS case and he fights until the end for us. Our lawyer is very professional and he is willing to spend time with us to help us develop good strategy to win the case. Highly recommended.
Speechless of the professionalism, care and determination of Andrew Proto and David. Outstanding results! I can not thank them both enough for helping me and supporting me through this very emotional situation. I have worked with many attorneys and none compare to them and their office. I can not thank them enough. They believed in me and did everything possible that you would wish an attorney would do. I am forever grateful for finding them and having hope that there are attorneys out there who really do care and do what they have to for you. If you need a confident review to determine who you hire - do not think twice about Andrew and David. I will be forever grateful. Thank you both again!
When our company moved to rye I was getting in i95 in new Rochelle going to rye merging in ,a state trooper wrote me two tickets, one for agessive lane change and one for tail gating, Andrew proto got both tickets dismissed, he and his firm are the most professional and the very best!
After receiving an onerous and incorrect ticket, I contracted with Andrew and provided him with a detailed description and drawings of the supposed infraction. Andrew was able to negotiate the onerous ticket of points and a hefty fine down to a manageable amount that I was willing to pay. Thanks Andrew, good job!