team-member

Thomas Kenniff

New York, NY

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Tax Law

Language

English

About

As a former New York Assistant District Attorney and ARMY JAG Officer, my experience in criminal law and tax matters is both extensive and diverse.  Unlike many "general practitioners" my practice is devoted exclusively to defending those accused of criminal offenses and those facing IRS Collection efforts.  I have handled the most complex cases and tried dozens to verdict.  I appear regularly as a legal commentator on Fox News Channel and CNN, and my cases have received national and international coverage.  I believe what differentiates me from other attorneys is the individual attention and compassion I show to my clients.   I take a special pride in being the lone voice for individuals facing the powerful machinations of the criminal justice system or the IRS.  There is nothing more satisfying than a former client contacting me, months or years after their case is concluded, to tell me of the better times they now find themselves in.    I have fulltime offices in both Manhattan and Long Island, and I handle criminal cases throughout the metropolitan area, and in all military jurisdcitions. When not practicing law I enjoy playing ice hockey, exercising, and spending time with family.    

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Military Law

Language

English

Contact

Raiser & Kenniff, P.C.87 Walker StreetNew York, NY, 1001387 Walker StreetNew York, NY, 10013

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Edward
December 27, 2021

Tom is more than a lawyer. He becomes a caring family member. His attention to detail and courtroom brilliance exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend Tom and his team if you need highly qualified counsel.

Serigne
February 1, 2021

I hired Thomas Kenniff on my case which was a very complicated one. He went above and beyond expectations! I highly recommend this incredible man with genuine integrity, morale, and empathetic. you can’t go wrong having a true professional like Mr. Kenniff! Thank you, sir!

anonymous
November 3, 2020

I hired Mr. Kenniff to defend me in 2020. Mr. Kenniff reviewed my case thoroughly while offering a thorough outline of likely results as well as detailed costs. Mr. Kenniff as well as his Raiser & Kenniff staff/ office worked consistently, honestly, and supremely effectively on my case over a 3 month period producing the best possible result. Fee & Retainer Agreements were upfront and upheld diligently throughout my case. Mr. Kenniff is one of the Best attorneys in the NY area, and I fully recommend his services.

Matt
October 21, 2020

I met Tom by chance one evening through mutual friends. I had been searching high and low for a Lawyer that could provide experience and communication for a serious legal issue. Too many Lawyers forego the communication aspect and with all the stress involved with legal matters you want a Lawyer you feel is there for you and can communicate in a timely fashion. Not waiting around a day or two for a response to an email or a phone call. Tom was amazing and explained everything thoroughly as we navigated through my legal issue and there was never a doubt in my mind I had hit the jack pot with him. This process was long and arduous but Tom was there with me the entire time. He defended me until the final outcome which was the best case scenario for me. I can never thank Tom enough for his dedication. Thank you Tom!

Jason
January 14, 2020

Not only did I receive proper representation but my outcome was more than I had hoped for. I was kept well informed about what to expect, what usually happens and our defense approach. Well done and I recommend 100%. This is not the type of attorney jokes are made from.

Philip
October 24, 2019

Tom, who is a partner at Raiser and Kenniff, was not only extremely experienced (he worked as DA) in criminal defense but also caring for me as a client. He walked me through the entire case and all the possible scenarios. But most importantly, he fought for me. I am forever grateful to Tom and his firm.

anonymous
January 29, 2019

Thomas was extremely easy to work with. He took care of my case, by no means a large or complicated case for this track record with attentiveness and clarity. He was always extremely easy to get a hold of and would always call back if unavailable. I highly recommend Thomas.

anonymous
June 20, 2018

When you are facing an incredible obstacle and need a superb lawyer to defend you, Tom Kenniff is the one. Before hiring Tom I went to see a couple of other lawyers. Many I talk to gave me false promises and hope, it just did not feel right with them, but not with Tom. He told me these cases are hard to fight and not that many of these cases ends up going to trial because everybody just plead out. I should have went to another lawyer but I didn’t because he was the only one who told me the truth of my situation. Got to believe in a person who is willing to tell you the truth. Few years of back and forth litigation the court would not move from its offer of 1 to 3 years in prison. I just couldn’t see myself pleading out and going to prison so I decided to gamble with a trial. Better to have try then not. I would have regretted for not trying. During my trial I was doubtful about the outcome but seeing Tom’s true skill of a defense attorney in his environment, those doubts started to turn into optimism. Tom’s tenacity to found the truth and laying out the facts question the legitimacy of my arrest and the credibility of the people’s expert witnesses. During the mid end of the trial it felt like Tom won over the entire courtroom from the judge, court officers, jurors and maybe the clerks. That is one heck of a defense lawyer I believe. After four years of worrying and seven days of court the jury acquitted me of all charges. I still can’t believe it but that was one hell of a Hail Mary Tom! I can not express my gratitude for what you did for me and my family. Thank you Tom Kenniff.

Suliman
May 21, 2018

I was facing 16 years before my trail he came and made a miracle I had 7charges serous ones at that I had assault 1st° one count .Assault in the 1st° 3 count .assault in the 2nd° .assault in the 3rd° .reckless in danger meant a 1st° .reckless endangerment reckless endangerment in the 2nd° .possession of a weapon in the 4th° .the had the DA had a clear cell phone video and a domino video The way Tom the way Tom Kenneth took my case and explain to the jury to the judge he did a miracle for me man and I was going to cop out to 16 years but he told me that I have nothing to lose because is my first time the most they could give me is 18 to 20 years and I hired him 4 days before my trail he didn’t have time to study my case because the circumstances but he did his best and he was studying looking for mistakes and A miracle happened and I recommend him to anybody he’s the best he works hard he’s a good person he knows how to treat a client. I have a co defender on my case and my codefendant got 15 years after trial because I guess the lawyer wasn’t good .I didn’t believe that it’s all about your lawyer till I hire tom Kenneff. I think him for everything I think him for making a miracle happen for me .He’s experienced and good he is really good-he’sThe best .I just wish I had known him a couple years earlier .I was in jail for almost 6 years fighting the case till I met Tom so thank you Tom for everything.just look my name up and you’ll see my case and you’ll see he is just the best After all of this I came out with three misdemeanors again thank you Tom thank you Tom.And thank God I hired you

anonymous
February 23, 2018

MAJ Kenniff displayed a great ability to digest so much information in just a few days time. His cross exam if the opposition, combined with intelligent crafting of questions during my testimony led to an upgrade of my discharge, allowing my bright future to unfold without unnecessary inhibition. Simply a professional officer.

Edward
December 27, 2021

Tom is more than a lawyer. He becomes a caring family member. His attention to detail and courtroom brilliance exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend Tom and his team if you need highly qualified counsel.

Serigne
February 1, 2021

I hired Thomas Kenniff on my case which was a very complicated one. He went above and beyond expectations! I highly recommend this incredible man with genuine integrity, morale, and empathetic. you can’t go wrong having a true professional like Mr. Kenniff! Thank you, sir!

anonymous
November 3, 2020

I hired Mr. Kenniff to defend me in 2020. Mr. Kenniff reviewed my case thoroughly while offering a thorough outline of likely results as well as detailed costs. Mr. Kenniff as well as his Raiser & Kenniff staff/ office worked consistently, honestly, and supremely effectively on my case over a 3 month period producing the best possible result. Fee & Retainer Agreements were upfront and upheld diligently throughout my case. Mr. Kenniff is one of the Best attorneys in the NY area, and I fully recommend his services.

Matt
October 21, 2020

I met Tom by chance one evening through mutual friends. I had been searching high and low for a Lawyer that could provide experience and communication for a serious legal issue. Too many Lawyers forego the communication aspect and with all the stress involved with legal matters you want a Lawyer you feel is there for you and can communicate in a timely fashion. Not waiting around a day or two for a response to an email or a phone call. Tom was amazing and explained everything thoroughly as we navigated through my legal issue and there was never a doubt in my mind I had hit the jack pot with him. This process was long and arduous but Tom was there with me the entire time. He defended me until the final outcome which was the best case scenario for me. I can never thank Tom enough for his dedication. Thank you Tom!

Jason
January 14, 2020

Not only did I receive proper representation but my outcome was more than I had hoped for. I was kept well informed about what to expect, what usually happens and our defense approach. Well done and I recommend 100%. This is not the type of attorney jokes are made from.

Philip
October 24, 2019

Tom, who is a partner at Raiser and Kenniff, was not only extremely experienced (he worked as DA) in criminal defense but also caring for me as a client. He walked me through the entire case and all the possible scenarios. But most importantly, he fought for me. I am forever grateful to Tom and his firm.

anonymous
January 29, 2019

Thomas was extremely easy to work with. He took care of my case, by no means a large or complicated case for this track record with attentiveness and clarity. He was always extremely easy to get a hold of and would always call back if unavailable. I highly recommend Thomas.

anonymous
June 20, 2018

When you are facing an incredible obstacle and need a superb lawyer to defend you, Tom Kenniff is the one. Before hiring Tom I went to see a couple of other lawyers. Many I talk to gave me false promises and hope, it just did not feel right with them, but not with Tom. He told me these cases are hard to fight and not that many of these cases ends up going to trial because everybody just plead out. I should have went to another lawyer but I didn’t because he was the only one who told me the truth of my situation. Got to believe in a person who is willing to tell you the truth. Few years of back and forth litigation the court would not move from its offer of 1 to 3 years in prison. I just couldn’t see myself pleading out and going to prison so I decided to gamble with a trial. Better to have try then not. I would have regretted for not trying. During my trial I was doubtful about the outcome but seeing Tom’s true skill of a defense attorney in his environment, those doubts started to turn into optimism. Tom’s tenacity to found the truth and laying out the facts question the legitimacy of my arrest and the credibility of the people’s expert witnesses. During the mid end of the trial it felt like Tom won over the entire courtroom from the judge, court officers, jurors and maybe the clerks. That is one heck of a defense lawyer I believe. After four years of worrying and seven days of court the jury acquitted me of all charges. I still can’t believe it but that was one hell of a Hail Mary Tom! I can not express my gratitude for what you did for me and my family. Thank you Tom Kenniff.

Suliman
May 21, 2018

I was facing 16 years before my trail he came and made a miracle I had 7charges serous ones at that I had assault 1st° one count .Assault in the 1st° 3 count .assault in the 2nd° .assault in the 3rd° .reckless in danger meant a 1st° .reckless endangerment reckless endangerment in the 2nd° .possession of a weapon in the 4th° .the had the DA had a clear cell phone video and a domino video The way Tom the way Tom Kenneth took my case and explain to the jury to the judge he did a miracle for me man and I was going to cop out to 16 years but he told me that I have nothing to lose because is my first time the most they could give me is 18 to 20 years and I hired him 4 days before my trail he didn’t have time to study my case because the circumstances but he did his best and he was studying looking for mistakes and A miracle happened and I recommend him to anybody he’s the best he works hard he’s a good person he knows how to treat a client. I have a co defender on my case and my codefendant got 15 years after trial because I guess the lawyer wasn’t good .I didn’t believe that it’s all about your lawyer till I hire tom Kenneff. I think him for everything I think him for making a miracle happen for me .He’s experienced and good he is really good-he’sThe best .I just wish I had known him a couple years earlier .I was in jail for almost 6 years fighting the case till I met Tom so thank you Tom for everything.just look my name up and you’ll see my case and you’ll see he is just the best After all of this I came out with three misdemeanors again thank you Tom thank you Tom.And thank God I hired you

anonymous
February 23, 2018

MAJ Kenniff displayed a great ability to digest so much information in just a few days time. His cross exam if the opposition, combined with intelligent crafting of questions during my testimony led to an upgrade of my discharge, allowing my bright future to unfold without unnecessary inhibition. Simply a professional officer.

Edward
December 27, 2021

Tom is more than a lawyer. He becomes a caring family member. His attention to detail and courtroom brilliance exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend Tom and his team if you need highly qualified counsel.

Serigne
February 1, 2021

I hired Thomas Kenniff on my case which was a very complicated one. He went above and beyond expectations! I highly recommend this incredible man with genuine integrity, morale, and empathetic. you can’t go wrong having a true professional like Mr. Kenniff! Thank you, sir!

anonymous
November 3, 2020

I hired Mr. Kenniff to defend me in 2020. Mr. Kenniff reviewed my case thoroughly while offering a thorough outline of likely results as well as detailed costs. Mr. Kenniff as well as his Raiser & Kenniff staff/ office worked consistently, honestly, and supremely effectively on my case over a 3 month period producing the best possible result. Fee & Retainer Agreements were upfront and upheld diligently throughout my case. Mr. Kenniff is one of the Best attorneys in the NY area, and I fully recommend his services.

Matt
October 21, 2020

I met Tom by chance one evening through mutual friends. I had been searching high and low for a Lawyer that could provide experience and communication for a serious legal issue. Too many Lawyers forego the communication aspect and with all the stress involved with legal matters you want a Lawyer you feel is there for you and can communicate in a timely fashion. Not waiting around a day or two for a response to an email or a phone call. Tom was amazing and explained everything thoroughly as we navigated through my legal issue and there was never a doubt in my mind I had hit the jack pot with him. This process was long and arduous but Tom was there with me the entire time. He defended me until the final outcome which was the best case scenario for me. I can never thank Tom enough for his dedication. Thank you Tom!

Jason
January 14, 2020

Not only did I receive proper representation but my outcome was more than I had hoped for. I was kept well informed about what to expect, what usually happens and our defense approach. Well done and I recommend 100%. This is not the type of attorney jokes are made from.

Philip
October 24, 2019

Tom, who is a partner at Raiser and Kenniff, was not only extremely experienced (he worked as DA) in criminal defense but also caring for me as a client. He walked me through the entire case and all the possible scenarios. But most importantly, he fought for me. I am forever grateful to Tom and his firm.

anonymous
January 29, 2019

Thomas was extremely easy to work with. He took care of my case, by no means a large or complicated case for this track record with attentiveness and clarity. He was always extremely easy to get a hold of and would always call back if unavailable. I highly recommend Thomas.

anonymous
June 20, 2018

When you are facing an incredible obstacle and need a superb lawyer to defend you, Tom Kenniff is the one. Before hiring Tom I went to see a couple of other lawyers. Many I talk to gave me false promises and hope, it just did not feel right with them, but not with Tom. He told me these cases are hard to fight and not that many of these cases ends up going to trial because everybody just plead out. I should have went to another lawyer but I didn’t because he was the only one who told me the truth of my situation. Got to believe in a person who is willing to tell you the truth. Few years of back and forth litigation the court would not move from its offer of 1 to 3 years in prison. I just couldn’t see myself pleading out and going to prison so I decided to gamble with a trial. Better to have try then not. I would have regretted for not trying. During my trial I was doubtful about the outcome but seeing Tom’s true skill of a defense attorney in his environment, those doubts started to turn into optimism. Tom’s tenacity to found the truth and laying out the facts question the legitimacy of my arrest and the credibility of the people’s expert witnesses. During the mid end of the trial it felt like Tom won over the entire courtroom from the judge, court officers, jurors and maybe the clerks. That is one heck of a defense lawyer I believe. After four years of worrying and seven days of court the jury acquitted me of all charges. I still can’t believe it but that was one hell of a Hail Mary Tom! I can not express my gratitude for what you did for me and my family. Thank you Tom Kenniff.

Suliman
May 21, 2018

I was facing 16 years before my trail he came and made a miracle I had 7charges serous ones at that I had assault 1st° one count .Assault in the 1st° 3 count .assault in the 2nd° .assault in the 3rd° .reckless in danger meant a 1st° .reckless endangerment reckless endangerment in the 2nd° .possession of a weapon in the 4th° .the had the DA had a clear cell phone video and a domino video The way Tom the way Tom Kenneth took my case and explain to the jury to the judge he did a miracle for me man and I was going to cop out to 16 years but he told me that I have nothing to lose because is my first time the most they could give me is 18 to 20 years and I hired him 4 days before my trail he didn’t have time to study my case because the circumstances but he did his best and he was studying looking for mistakes and A miracle happened and I recommend him to anybody he’s the best he works hard he’s a good person he knows how to treat a client. I have a co defender on my case and my codefendant got 15 years after trial because I guess the lawyer wasn’t good .I didn’t believe that it’s all about your lawyer till I hire tom Kenneff. I think him for everything I think him for making a miracle happen for me .He’s experienced and good he is really good-he’sThe best .I just wish I had known him a couple years earlier .I was in jail for almost 6 years fighting the case till I met Tom so thank you Tom for everything.just look my name up and you’ll see my case and you’ll see he is just the best After all of this I came out with three misdemeanors again thank you Tom thank you Tom.And thank God I hired you

anonymous
February 23, 2018

MAJ Kenniff displayed a great ability to digest so much information in just a few days time. His cross exam if the opposition, combined with intelligent crafting of questions during my testimony led to an upgrade of my discharge, allowing my bright future to unfold without unnecessary inhibition. Simply a professional officer.