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Table of Contents Driving While Ability Impaired, or DWAI, is a serious crime in Suffolk County, New York, and may have long-lasting implications on your
A DWI, DUI or DWAI charge in Suffolk County can leave you feeling powerless and unsure of what to do next. Our attorneys give you clear answers, act fast on urgent issues like license suspension and fight to get the best outcome for your case. We handle everything ourselves, not passing your file to assistants. Fill out our form today to arrange a consultation and start taking control of your situation with experienced legal help.

With 38 years of experience handling cases in Suffolk, we provide reliable legal representation you can trust.

Certified in defense work, our team has specialized training in Lead Risk Assessment and Abatement, ensuring we provide informed and effective legal support.

A deep knowledge of Suffolk’s courts, law enforcement, and legal processes, providing you with a strategic advantage in your defense.
The Law Office of Steven S. Siegel PLLC has been serving clients since 1987 with personal, hands-on legal care. We know that a DWI, DUI or DWAI charge in Suffolk County can feel overwhelming and uncertain. That’s why we make sure every client gets direct attention from an experienced attorney, not just staff. From the first consultation to the final outcome, we explain the process in simple terms, review every detail of your case and build a strategy that protects your rights and your future. Our goal is to make a complicated system easier to understand and to fight for the best possible result. We treat you as a person, not a file.

Explore our areas of expertise as dedicated and professional DWI, DUI, and DWAI lawyers serving Suffolk County, NY.
Legal defense for individuals in Suffolk County facing their first DWI charge, focusing on reducing penalties, preventing license suspension, or achieving a full dismissal when possible.
Defense strategies for those with prior DWI convictions in Suffolk County, aiming to minimize enhanced penalties, protect your driving privileges, and safeguard your future.
Defense against aggravated DWI charges involving high BAC levels or special circumstances. Our Suffolk County DWI attorneys build strong cases to reduce or eliminate severe consequences.
Comprehensive legal defense for individuals charged with DWI involving an accident in Suffolk County. We focus on minimizing penalties and protecting your rights throughout the process.
Representation for individuals accused of violating DWI probation in Suffolk County. We work to protect your rights and reduce the risk of additional penalties or incarceration.
Defense for underage drivers in Suffolk County charged under the Zero Tolerance Law. Our goal is to prevent license suspension, limit fines, and protect your record.
Specialized defense for commercial drivers in Suffolk County facing DWI charges. We focus on saving your CDL, protecting your job, and minimizing legal consequences.
Aggressive legal defense for felony DWI charges in Suffolk County, including cases involving injuries, repeat offenses, or aggravating circumstances. We work to protect your rights and freedom.
Immediate legal support for individuals arrested for DWI in Suffolk County. We ensure fair arraignment procedures, represent you at bail hearings, and protect your rights from the very start.
Negotiating with Suffolk County prosecutors to reduce DWI charges, lessen penalties, and help you avoid jail time while minimizing long-term consequences.
We assist clients in Suffolk County with hardship and conditional license applications, helping you maintain limited driving privileges for essential needs like work, school, or medical appointments.
Legal representation at DMV refusal hearings in Suffolk County, challenging license suspensions for those accused of refusing a chemical or breath test.
Guidance for Suffolk County residents required to install an IID after a DWI conviction. We ensure compliance with court orders and help you meet all legal requirements.
Professional assistance in Suffolk County with sealing or clearing past DWI offenses from your public record, restoring privacy and improving future opportunities.
Our Suffolk County DWI defense team helps clients fight license suspensions and works diligently to restore driving privileges as quickly as possible. We understand New York’s DWI license laws and deliver strategic, results-driven defense.
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Representing clients charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, where the blood alcohol content (BAC) exceeds the legal limit of 0.08%.

Defending clients against traffic-related offenses, including reckless driving, license suspensions, and other motor vehicle violations.
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Our process begins with a detailed consultation where we take the time to understand your unique situation. We collect all relevant documents, including police reports, witness statements, and test results. Our attorneys clearly explain your legal options and assess the potential outcomes of your case. Urgent matters, such as the risk of losing your driving privileges, are addressed right away to protect your rights from the start.

Once we have all the necessary information, we develop a customized defense strategy aimed at achieving the best possible outcome. This may include challenging procedural errors, reviewing and auditing test equipment logs with experts, and filing motions to exclude improperly obtained evidence. We also conduct witness interviews and ensure that every detail is carefully examined. Throughout the process, we keep you informed and actively involved in important decisions.

If your case proceeds to court, our seasoned attorneys represent you with skill and confidence. With decades of experience handling cases in Suffolk County, we have a deep understanding of local courts, prosecutors, and judges. This insight allows us to effectively challenge the prosecution’s evidence while building a strong case in your defense. We work tirelessly to protect your rights, minimize penalties, and fight for the most favorable outcome possible.
Steven S. Siegel is an accomplished attorney with more than 40 years of legal experience. He earned his J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law in 1982, completing the program in just 2½ years while working full-time at a law firm, and was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1984. Over the decades, Steven has developed a distinguished career focusing on DWI, DWAI, and vehicular defense cases throughout Suffolk County and surrounding areas. His expertise extends beyond criminal law to complex civil matters, including cases involving birth defects, brain injuries, and construction accidents. Steven has also served as a Justice for the Village of East Rockaway and as an arbitrator and mediator for the Jansen Group. He is a founding member of the Philippine Legal Defense and Education Fund and has contributed to charitable causes such as The Gift of Life Organization. With his broad legal background and deep courtroom experience, Steven S. Siegel offers Suffolk County clients exceptional representation in all areas of DWI and criminal defense, combining skill, dedication, and a personalized approach to every case.
Steven S. Siegel, Esq.
Discover the impressive career and expertise of Steven S. Siegle, our head attorney, dedicated to exceptional legal defense.
Graduated in 2 ½ years while working full time at the Law Firm of Maurice Young and Associates.
1980 B.A. Psychology, Cum Laude, State University of New York at Albany, Albany, New York
1981 Oxford University, Oxford, England
“Psychotherapist-Patient Sexual Contact: A Guide for Plaintiff’s Attorneys,”
Published in New York Negligence Reporter, Matthew Bender & Co., November 1995 issue, co-author with Bruce V. Hillowe, J.D., Ph.D.
Philippine Legal Defense and Education Fund,
Founding Board Member and General Counsel, 2010 to Present.(italicize)
Peninsula Counseling Center, Member of Board of Directors, 2004-2008
Treatment and Research Advancement (TARA) Association for Personality Disorder, Charter Member of Board of Directors, 1997-2000
The Gift of Life Organization, Legal Advisor and Charter Member of Board of Directors, Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital Center, New York, New York, Heart Transplant Division 1999-Present
Legal Counsel to Queens Hospital Center Advisory Board, 1997
Certificates in Lead Risk Assessment and Abatement, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, 1993
Law Offices of John Chambers, P.C., New York, New York, 2002-2007
Responsibilities:
Defense Management of all significant trial matters for preeminent firm; I have taken hundreds of depositions all across the State relative to brain damaged baby litigation as “Of Counsel” to a large Maryland Law Firm. My caseload included severe birth related defects, brain injuries and other matters involving serious physical impairment; trial preparation requiring proficiency in complex medical conditions and procedures as well as close associations with highly regarded experts.
Justice of the Village of East Rockaway, New York, 2004-2021.
Responsibilities: Adjudication of Village Code Violations, Motor Vehicle matters as well as lesser criminal cases.
Jansen Group, Jericho N.Y. 2009 to present. Arbitrator, Mediator.
Cronin & Byczek, LLP, Lake Success, New York, 1999-2002
Responsibilities: Management of complex civil and criminal matters including oversight and trial of all catastrophic cases such as crane related deaths, products liability litigation and other construction accidents.
Law Offices of Steven S. Siegel, Garden City, New York, 1987-99
Responsibilities: Diversified practice including trial defense of New York State Homicide cases and Federal RICO actions; Prosecution of high profile civil litigation including medical malpractice, and general liability negligence matters.
Queens District Attorney, 1984-1986
Responsibilities: Queens County District Attorney’s Office: Trial Attorney Special Victims Bureau, handled the first DNA prosecution in the County of Queens.
Adjunct Professor, St. John’s University Division of Paralegal Studies, Flushing, New York, 1996-99
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