Nicholas Castellano

Experienced Criminal Defense Representation Throughout the Hudson Valley


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His Story

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Nicholas Castellano went to the St. John's School of Law from 2015 to 2018. While at St. John's, he was awarded an academic scholarship due to his excellent performance at his prior school, Pace University. During law school, he worked in the Putnam County District Attorneys Office and the Yonkers Office of the Corporation Counsel. While at the Putnam County District Attorneys Office, Nicholas found that both enjoyment and satisfaction practicing criminal law. Since then, he has continued to pursue a career in criminal law and has specialized in that field ever since, having previously worked as a prosecutor, and currently as a criminal defense attorney.



Education

St. John's University School of Law
J.D., 2018

Former Prosecutor

Queens County District Attorney's Office
2019–2026

Experience

1,000+ Criminal Cases
Dozens of Murder Cases

Why Choose Him?

Having spent years on the prosecution side of the criminal justice system, Nicholas Castellano understands how prosecutors evaluate cases, prepare for trial, and pursue criminal charges.

That experience now informs his approach to defending his clients.