The Kugel Law Firm is a specialized criminal defense practice exclusively focused on DWI and impaired driving cases throughout New York City. Led by attorney Rachel Kugel, the firm stands out for its dedicated expertise, rapid response capabilities, and non-judgmental approach to defending clients facing serious driving-related offenses.
With over 20 years of experience, Rachel Kugel employs a meticulous, science-based defense strategy that includes challenging traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and chemical test results. The firm prioritizes personalized attention, offering clear communication and aggressive representation in both criminal court and DMV hearings. It primarily serves individuals arrested for DWI in Manhattan, including professionals, college students, and commercial drivers, with a strong track record of dismissals and favorable outcomes.
Services Offered
- DWI/DUI Defense (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Offenses)
- Underage DWI Defense
- Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI-Alcohol)
- Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)
- Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs (DWAI-Drugs)
- Aggravated DWI (BAC ≥ 0.18%)
- CDL DUI Defense
- Circumvention of Interlock Device
- Chemical Test Refusal Cases
- Field Sobriety Test Challenges
- Leandra’s Law Violations (Child in Vehicle)
- DWI Resulting in Injury or Death
- Public Intoxication-Related Charges
- DMV Refusal Hearings
- License Suspension and Revocation Defense
- Ignition Interlock Device Compliance
The firm serves clients across all Manhattan neighborhoods, including the Financial District, Upper East Side, Midtown, Harlem, and courts at 100 Centre Street. Rachel Kugel is a member of the National College of DWI Defense and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for three consecutive years.
