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COLLINS GANN McCLOSKEY & BARRY PLLCPartner
Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq.
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Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq.

5.0
29 reviews

138 Mineola Boulevard, Mineola, NY 11501

Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Immigration Law and 1 more

About Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq.

Gerard C. McCloskey is a former Assistant District Attorney with experience in all aspects of criminal and civil law. Gerard has zealously defended the rights of his clients in a full range of criminal cases, ranging from minor traffic infractions to the most complex, serious felony charges.

Over the course of his legal career, Gerard has developed a reputation as a skilled litigator. Due to his expertise in the courtroom, he was hired by Hofstra University School of Law, where he currently serves as a Special Professor of Law teaching trial advocacy. In 2011 he formed The Law Offices of Gerard C. McCloskey PLLC, opening a Long Island office in Melville followed by the opening of the Mineola office, and subsequently joined forces with David J. Barry to form McCloskey & Barry, PLLC. In 2016, Gerard and Dave joined with longtime criminal defense attorneys Rick Collins and Marc Gann, joining the firm as partners.

Prior to entering into private practice, Gerard was an Assistant District Attorney with the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office. He worked in the District Court Trial Bureau, the DWI Trial Bureau, the Felony Screening Bureau, the Grand Jury Bureau and the prestigious Vehicular Crimes Bureau, where he handled high profile felony cases, including homicides. Due to this vast experience, Gerard has a deep understanding of law enforcement techniques, prosecutorial strategy and the knowledge needed to successfully defend any criminal case.

During his tenure as an ADA, Gerard had the opportunity to handle thousands of criminal cases, including but not limited to, Homicide, Assault, DWI, Drug Possession and Sale, Larceny, Harassment, Criminal Contempt, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Fraud, Criminal Impersonation, Robbery and Burglary offenses. Overall, Gerard had the opportunity to try more than 20 cases to verdict, conducted more than 100 pretrial hearings and presented more than 100 cases to a grand jury. In addition, he has been identified as one of the top DWI attorneys in New York by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD), and ranked as a Superior DWI Attorney.

 

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From the moment I met Gerard McCloskey in his office ,my gut told me that he was an excellent lawyer, professional and extremely knowledgeable. I was falsely arrested for a felony and maintained my innocence. Gerard guided me through the legal process, which I had very little knowledge of, was always available to answer my questions ( I had many) and was sympathetic to my situation. He told me that he would get my case dismissed and he worked diligently to accomplish just that. I would advise anyone who needs a criminal lawyer to hire Gerard. Not only is he a fantastic attorney but he put me at ease with his calm nature and expertise.

 
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  • Criminal Law
  • Personal Injury
  • Real Estate 1
    • Residential Real Estate
  • Other 1
    • Immigration Law

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    COLLINS GANN McCLOSKEY & BARRY PLLC
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2009, New York
    Memberships
    Nassau County Bar Association, Member
    Nassau/Suffolk Law Services, Member of the Board of Directors.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Hofstra University School of Law
    Class of 2008
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Manhattan College
    Class of 2005
    B.S.

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5.0
29 reviews

138 Mineola BoulevardMineola, NY 11501U.S.A.

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    Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq. was admitted in 2009 to the State of New York.
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    COLLINS GANN McCLOSKEY & BARRY PLLC has 6 attorneys at this location.
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    Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq. attended Hofstra University School of Law.
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    Gerard Charles Mccloskey, Esq. is listed in the Criminal Trial Practice section of the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.

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