

James Medows is widely recognized online as the #1 traffic lawyer in New York State, with one of the largest bodies of verified client reviews in the country.
About James Medows
Welcome to the professional world of James Medows, the founder of 845-TICKETS, New York’s #1 traffic ticket law firm. With over 17 years of experience in practicing law, I specialize in defending motorists from moving violations that carry points, fines, and insurance surcharges. My journey in law began at Howard University and continued at New York Law School, where I graduated in 2005. I was admitted to legal practice in 2006, dedicating my career to upholding justice and providing top-notch legal representation.
Early Legal Career in Criminal Defense
My legal career commenced in criminal defense, working alongside my father, a skilled and experienced lawyer, on challenging felony cases at both state and federal levels. This experience laid a solid foundation for my legal skills. Recognizing a significant market opportunity and the pressing need for affordable and effective representation in traffic law, I transitioned into this area.
Excellence in Traffic Law Representation
Today, my firm is renowned for its success and reliability in managing a wide range of cases, from speeding and red light violations to more complex traffic offenses like failure to yield, stop sign, and disobeying traffic device tickets. I am proud to have been honored with the Rising Stars award for 2017-2018, an acknowledgment of my professional achievements and peer recognition in the legal community. This accolade is a testament to my commitment to legal excellence and ethical practice.
Commitment to Legal Excellence
My approach to law is simple yet profound. I treat each case with individual attention, engage every client with empathy and respect, and ensure affordability. This philosophy has earned me hundreds of 5-star reviews from satisfied clients who value my professionalism, responsiveness, and effective results. My mission is clear: to keep points off your driving record, save you from unnecessary expenses and hassle, and ensure fair and prompt justice.
Expertise and Legacy
With thousands of successfully handled cases and a legacy of satisfied clients, my expertise as a seasoned criminal defense attorney and traffic law specialist ensures that your case is in capable hands. I invite you to reach out for a free consultation. Let’s discuss how I can assist you in navigating your legal challenges with the personalized, expert legal care you deserve.
Areas of Practice
Cell Phone
Accused of Using a Phone While Driving? What a Cell Phone Ticket Lawyer in…
Learn more →Child Restraint
Facing a Child Restraint Ticket? Here’s What to Do Next To protect young passengers,…
Learn more →Corporation Summons
Received a Truck or Corporation Summons in New York? Here’s What You Need to…
Learn more →Desk Appearance
Received a Desk Appearance Ticket? Take Action Now A Desk Appearance Ticket Can be…
Learn more →Disobeying Traffic Control Devices
Got a Ticket for Ignoring a Traffic Control Device? Here’s What You Need to…
Learn more →Driving With No Insurance
Cited for Driving Without Insurance in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know…
Learn more →Driving Without License
Caught Driving Without a License in New York? Know Your Rights It is considered…
Learn more →DWI/DWAI Tickets
Arrested for a DWI or DWAI in New York? New York DWI and DWAI…
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E-Bike Tickets
E-bike riders across New York face growing enforcement and complex regulations. Attorney James Medows,…
Learn more →Equipment Violations
Cited for an Equipment Violation in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know…
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EZ Pass
Getting hit with an EZ Pass violation can feel like a nightmare. What begins…
Learn more →Failure To Signal
Cited for Failing to Signal in New York? Don’t Pay That Ticket Yet! In…
Learn more →Failure to Yield For Emergency Vehicles
Ticketed for Failing to Move Over for an Emergency Vehicle? Here’s What You Need…
Learn more →Failure To Yield To A Pedestrian
Ticketed for Failing to Yield to a Pedestrian in NYC? Here's What You Need…
Learn more →Following Too Closely / Tailgating
Cited for Tailgating in New York? Don’t Pay That Ticket Yet! In New York,…
Learn more →HOV Violations
Ticketed for an HOV Violation in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know…
Learn more →Improper Passing School Bus
Ticketed for Passing a School Bus in New York? Here’s What You Need to…
Learn more →Improper Turn
Received an Improper Turn Ticket? Here’s What You Need to Know In New York,…
Learn more →Junior License Holders
Received a Ticket as a Junior License Holder? Here’s What You Need to Know…
Learn more →Leaving Scene Of Accident
Been accused of fleeing an accident scene in New York? Here’s What You Need…
Learn more →Overlength / Overweight Vehicles
Received an Overlength or Overweight Vehicle Ticket? Here’s What You Need to Know The…
Learn more →Reckless Driving
Charged with Reckless Driving in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know In…
Learn more →Red Light
Pulled Over for a Red Light Violation? Speak to a Red Light Ticket Lawyer…
Learn more →Seatbelt Violations
Got a Seatbelt Ticket? Here’s How to Handle It Drivers and passengers must always…
Learn more →Speeding
Fight Back with a Speeding Ticket Lawyer in New York to Protect Your Driving…
Learn more →Stop Sign
Got a Stop Sign Ticket in New York? Talk to a Stop Sign Ticket…
Learn more →Trucking Tickets
A Trucking Ticket in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know In New…
Learn more →Unsafe Lane Change
Issued a Ticket for an Unsafe Lane Change? Here’s What You Need to Know…
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