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Public Defender vs. Private Attorney: Does Wealth Impact Justice?

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Does having money and a private attorney lead to better outcomes in criminal cases? Eugene Toussaint, along with former ADAs Nia Fung, Esq., and Mehdi Essmidi, Esq., tackle the controversial question of whether financial means and private representation affect prosecutorial decisions and case outcomes. Drawing from personal experiences as public defenders and private attorneys, they explore the dynamics of respect, competence, and relationships in the courtroom. Tune in for an honest discussion about systemic disparities and the nuanced realities of the legal system.

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Mehdi Essmidi

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As a former New York City Prosecutor, Attorney Mehdi Essmidi knows the playbook that the prosecution will use against you. He uses his experience and knowledge to aggressively fight your charges and get you the best possible outcome. If you're looking for an aggressive defense lawyer who won't back down from a challenge, then Attorney Essmidi is the right choice for you.

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    Attorney Mehdi Essmidi was a life saver. I was in a very horrible situation, where I reached out to Mehdi on a Sunday, and was able to speak with him regarding my issues. Rather than wait until the following Monday, we set a time to meet & speak so take action in regards to my issues. Fast forward, my case was later dismissed - and my I was able to resume my daily life. Cheers to Mehdi.

    LCameron

    I got the chance to meet Mehdi when I was fighting a felony case and lost all hope. Mehdi treated me more than a client, he gave me hope, he answered every call text and let me know everything from jump. I have a young child and the charge I was facing was going to make it be hard to take care of my son, but Mehdi did everything in his power to get my charges dropped and I couldn’t be more grateful and thankful. I would definitely recommend him in a heart beat, he is amazing and gives his client a peace of mind. For once I had a lawyer who actually cared and showed it.

    Ashley

    Attorney Mehdi Essmidi represented me in a trial and from the start I could tell that he knew exactly what to do. He was knowledgeable and prepared on the law.. Thanks to Mehdi the jury found me not guilty. More importantly thanks to his work, Mehdi helped me prove my innocence when the police wrongfully accused me and the prosecutors refused to help me find Justice. If you're accused of a crime and you need an attorney that can actually help you, you need to call Mehdi. He's definitely worth it.

    Damion H.

    Mehdi is a great attorney. He is diligent, detailed oriented, hardworking, and professional. If you retain his services, he will treat your case with the utmost care, consideration, and precision. You will be hard-pressed to find a better trial attorney!

    Joam