Bar Admissions:
New York State,  2005
U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York, 2009

Education:

Hofstra University, Maurice A. Dean School of Law, Hempstead, New York

LL.M. American Legal Studies, 2004

Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Facultad de Derecho, Bogotá, Colombia

J.D. – 2000 with honors

Norley E. Castañeda, Esq.

Attorney Norley E. Castañeda started her career in Criminal Law at the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County, New York, in 2005.

While practicing as a Staff Attorney, she represented hundreds of indigent clients being accused of a variety of felonies, misdemeanors and violations.

She effectively defended people being charged with DWI, violent offenses, sex/drug related offenses, theft offenses, and domestic violence offenses.

After practicing Criminal Law for over 15 years, she has established herself as an astounding advocate because of her professionalism and ability to understand the specific circumstances of every single case she handles.

Her genuine concern for her clients, and her excellent negotiation and litigation skills  have consistently helped her  achieve successful outcomes.

Ms. Castañeda earned an LL.M in American Legal Studies from Hofstra University School of Law, after obtaining her J.D. with honors in Bogotá, Colombia.