At the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell, we regularly defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony assault charges in Yonkers and throughout Westchester County as well as nearby areas such as the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Rockland County.

As a former prosecutor, Michael J. McConnell understands how assault cases are investigated and prosecuted. He now uses that knowledge to successfully defend clients facing a wide range of assault charges from misdemeanor fist fights to felony assaults with weapons.

If you or a family member needs to hire a local criminal defense lawyer to fight an assault charge, give us a call today at (914) 810-0510 for a free consultation or book one through the button below.

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Assault Charges We Defend: Felonies & Misdemeanors

We handle a wide range of New York assault charges, from misdemeanors to serious violent felonies, including:

  • Assault in the Third Degree (PL § 120.00): A Class A misdemeanor often involving allegations of intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury. This is a very common charge for fist fights and domestic violence cases.
  • Assault in the Second Degree (PL § 120.05): A Class D violent felony typically involving allegations such as causing serious physical injury, using a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, or assaulting certain protected individuals like police officers.
  • Assault in the First Degree (PL § 120.10): A serious Class B violent felony usually involving allegations such as intentionally causing serious physical injury with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument.

Experience With a Wide Range of Assault Cases

Michael J. McConnell is a skilled local criminal defense attorney with experience both prosecuting and defending assault cases involving:

  • domestic violence
  • allegations of assaulting police officers
  • knives and blunt objects
  • gang assaults
  • fist fights involving self-defense

He has also successfully defended cases involving false accusations, disputed injuries, and questions about whether the alleged conduct was intentional, reckless, or justified.

A Thorough, Personalized Approach to Your Defense

At the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell, we take a deep-dive approach to assault defense. Rather than simply accepting the police report or alleged victim’s account, we independently examine the evidence, investigate inconsistencies, research the governing case law, and explore every reasonable defense.

That may include reviewing surveillance footage, police body camera video, medical records, witness statements, 911 calls, and more.

We always develop a clear game plan, explain each stage of the case, and discuss strategy with you directly, which is informed substantially by Michael J. McConnell’s prosecutorial experience.

Why Clients Choose Our Firm to Fight Assault Charges

The Law Office of Michael J. McConnell is a strong fit for people facing assault charges who want a strategic and thorough defense from a results-oriented attorney with prosecutorial experience who provides a highly personalized level of service where clients have:

  • regular and direct access to their attorney
  • frequent case updates
  • and meaningful conversations about the evidence, legal issues, and options

We take particular pride in defending assault accusations made against working professionals, college students, parents, teachers, and nurses who all tend to face serious consequences for their careers and futures if convicted of a crime.

Ready to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney for an Assault Case? Schedule Your Free Case Review Today.

We represent clients facing assault charges in Yonkers, White Plains, Mount Vernon, and throughout Westchester County as well as the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Rockland County.

If you’re facing an assault investigation or criminal charges, contact the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell at (914) 810-0510 for a free case review, or easily sign up for one below in just a few clicks.

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Disclaimer: This page is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different; consult an attorney for advice about your specific circumstances. Prior results don’t guarantee future outcomes.

This page was last updated on 10/21/26.

Assault

At the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell, we regularly defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony assault charges in Yonkers and throughout Westchester County as well as nearby areas such as the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Rockland County.

As a former prosecutor, Michael J. McConnell understands how assault cases are investigated and prosecuted. He now uses that knowledge to successfully defend clients facing a wide range of assault charges from misdemeanor fist fights to felony assaults with weapons.

If you or a family member needs to hire a local criminal defense lawyer to fight an assault charge, give us a call today at (914) 810-0510 for a free consultation or book one through the button below.

Book a Call

Assault Charges We Defend: Felonies & Misdemeanors

We handle a wide range of New York assault charges, from misdemeanors to serious violent felonies, including:

  • Assault in the Third Degree (PL § 120.00): A Class A misdemeanor often involving allegations of intentionally or recklessly causing physical injury. This is a very common charge for fist fights and domestic violence cases.
  • Assault in the Second Degree (PL § 120.05): A Class D violent felony typically involving allegations such as causing serious physical injury, using a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, or assaulting certain protected individuals like police officers.
  • Assault in the First Degree (PL § 120.10): A serious Class B violent felony usually involving allegations such as intentionally causing serious physical injury with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument.

Experience With a Wide Range of Assault Cases

Michael J. McConnell is a skilled local criminal defense attorney with experience both prosecuting and defending assault cases involving:

  • domestic violence
  • allegations of assaulting police officers
  • knives and blunt objects
  • gang assaults
  • fist fights involving self-defense

He has also successfully defended cases involving false accusations, disputed injuries, and questions about whether the alleged conduct was intentional, reckless, or justified.

A Thorough, Personalized Approach to Your Defense

At the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell, we take a deep-dive approach to assault defense. Rather than simply accepting the police report or alleged victim’s account, we independently examine the evidence, investigate inconsistencies, research the governing case law, and explore every reasonable defense.

That may include reviewing surveillance footage, police body camera video, medical records, witness statements, 911 calls, and more.

We always develop a clear game plan, explain each stage of the case, and discuss strategy with you directly, which is informed substantially by Michael J. McConnell’s prosecutorial experience.

Why Clients Choose Our Firm to Fight Assault Charges

The Law Office of Michael J. McConnell is a strong fit for people facing assault charges who want a strategic and thorough defense from a results-oriented attorney with prosecutorial experience who provides a highly personalized level of service where clients have:

  • regular and direct access to their attorney
  • frequent case updates
  • and meaningful conversations about the evidence, legal issues, and options

We take particular pride in defending assault accusations made against working professionals, college students, parents, teachers, and nurses who all tend to face serious consequences for their careers and futures if convicted of a crime.

Ready to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney for an Assault Case? Schedule Your Free Case Review Today.

We represent clients facing assault charges in Yonkers, White Plains, Mount Vernon, and throughout Westchester County as well as the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Rockland County.

If you’re facing an assault investigation or criminal charges, contact the Law Office of Michael J. McConnell at (914) 810-0510 for a free case review, or easily sign up for one below in just a few clicks.

Sign Up for a Call

Disclaimer: This page is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different; consult an attorney for advice about your specific circumstances. Prior results don’t guarantee future outcomes.

This page was last updated on 10/21/26.