Joseph P. Lilly, Criminal Defense Attorney in Westbury, New York
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, General, and Personal Injury
PartneratFrazer & Feldman, LLP
Westbury, NY
Practicing criminal defense in Westbury since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Joseph P. Lilly is a partner based in Westbury, NY. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Personal Injury. Joseph has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frazer & Feldman, LLP.
- Based in
- Westbury, NY
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, General, and Personal Injury matters from Westbury, NY.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Joseph P. Lilly: Joseph P. Lilly is a partner based in Westbury, NY. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Personal Injury. Joseph has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frazer & Feldman, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joseph takes on
Joseph concentrates on criminal defense, general, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Slip & Fall
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Criminal Defense cases in Westbury, New York
Joseph takes criminal defense matters in Westbury, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
General cases in Westbury, New York
Joseph takes general matters in Westbury, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Westbury, New York
Joseph takes personal injury matters in Westbury, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Westbury, New York
Joseph takes slip & fall matters in Westbury, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joseph agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joseph P. Lilly — criminal defense lawyer in Westbury
Joseph P. Lilly is a partner based in Westbury, NY. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Personal Injury. Joseph has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frazer & Feldman, LLP.
JOSEPH LILLY received his Juris Doctor Degree from St. John’s University School of Law in 1992 and his B.A. from Fordham University in 1989. Upon graduation from law school, he served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office. During his years as an Assistant District Attorney, Joe tried numerous criminal cases involving a variety of criminal charges. After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, Joe was an associate with a firm in Melville, New York, where he worked on behalf of a number of different insurance carriers investigating and litigating cases involving insurance fraud, and defending personal injury law suits. From 1999 until 2008, Joe maintained a private law practice, concentrating in the area of criminal defense. He became associated with the firm in 2008, and became a partner in July 2018. Joe handles a wide variety of cases, including Education Law section 3020-a and Civil Service Law §75 employee discipline, student discipline, student residency issues, and general litigation. Joe has defended administrative appeals to the Commissioner of Education on matters involving student discipline and residency.
Joe is a frequent speaker on topics including the obligations of public school districts related to student discipline, the Dignity for All Students Act, and student concussions. In November 2014, Joe authored an article entitled, “Executive Sessions and the Open Meetings Law,” which appeared in the Nassau County Bar Association newsletter. Joe also had an article featured in the October 2017 edition of On Board, the statewide newspaper published by the New York State School Boards Association (“NYSSBA”) entitled “Reasonable Suspicion Must Precede Cellphone Search.” Joe handled a matter before the Appellate Division, Second Department which established a school district’s right to discipline students for speech that is potentially disruptive.
Joseph's approach to criminal defense cases
JOSEPH LILLY received his Juris Doctor Degree from St. John’s University School of Law in 1992 and his B.A. from Fordham University in 1989. Upon graduation from law school, he served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office. During his years as an Assistant District Attorney, Joe tried numerous criminal cases involving a variety of criminal charges.…
Clients Joseph works with
Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, general, and personal injury matters in Westbury and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. John's University School of Law
J.D. · 1992
Fordham University
B.A. History · 1989
Jurisdictions
Joseph's state bar admissions
New York
1993 · ACTIVE
Joseph studied at J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.A. History in Fordham University.
Law school and academic background
Joseph completed J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.A. History in Fordham University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joseph runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Joseph's professional memberships and bar associations
Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association
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Locations
Joseph P. Lilly's office in Westbury
Joseph's primary office is at 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 211N, Westbury, NY, 11590. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Frazer & Feldman, LLP
1400 Old Country Road, Suite 211N
Westbury, NY 11590
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How to hire Joseph P. Lilly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joseph usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joseph charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Joseph will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Westbury, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Joseph
Joseph discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Joseph confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joseph's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joseph P. Lilly
How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joseph walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joseph offer a free consultation?
Joseph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in New York typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joseph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joseph take my case if I'm outside Westbury?
Joseph is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joseph will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Joseph?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joseph will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joseph accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Joseph's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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