Michael J. McConnell

Michael J. McConnell is a New York criminal defense attorney who also handles select workers' compensation and personal injury cases. Based in Ardsley, NY, he regularly represents clients in Westchester County, including Mount Vernon, White Plains, and Yonkers, as well as nearby areas such as the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Rockland County. The most common types of serious criminal cases that he defends include gun possession, assault, narcotics possession, and domestic violence offenses. He is a former NYC prosecutor, which means he has experience from both sides of the courtroom handling misdemeanor and felony offenses. This gives him valuable insight that helps him see cases from all angles to determine the best strategy for his clients. As a criminal defense attorney, he takes a no-nonsense approach designed to deliver real results for his clients. He is always thoroughly prepared and spends a lot of time with his clients from the very start of the case. This client-centered approach allows him to gain early momentum on cases, which has led to successful results for clients facing serious criminal charges such as Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree (loaded firearm). He cares very deeply about his clients and has successfully represented individuals from all walks of life, including people facing their first ever arrest to those who have prior violent felony convictions. He received his law degree from Pace Law School in White Plains, NY. He finished in the top 10% of his graduating class and was a standout member of the school’s Trial Advocacy Program where he won numerous awards in mock trial and moot court competitions. He also won $3,000 for a second-place finish in a national essay writing competition for law students on constitutional law. Attorney Advertising. Disclaimer: This page may be considered attorney advertising under the rules of certain jurisdictions. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.