The Independent Law Offices of Joel N. Melnicoff and Albert D. DiGiacomo
Criminal Defense · Traffic Tickets · Personal Injury · Social Security · Wills · Estates
Regardless of the nature and seriousness of your legal problem, we want you to be reassured. Real help is available. When you sit down and talk to us, you will receive honest answers to your questions and guidance you can trust. We hope you'll like us and know that we will fight for you. — Attorneys Joel Melnicoff and Albert DiGiacomo
At the independent law offices of Joel N. Melnicoff and Albert D. DiGiacomo, our practice is guided by important principles: honest communication, mutual respect and compassionate assistance. We use our extensive experience to provide answers, guidance and advocacy that is trusted by clients throughout Upstate New York.
Why Is Experience Important?
The truth is, just because your attorney has handled hundreds or thousands of cases, it does not necessarily mean that the outcome in your case will be what you want. So why is it so important to find an attorney with extensive experience in your type of case?
We know that our clients are often looking for more than just competent representation. They are looking for real help from someone they can trust. Experience enables us to guide our clients, to provide reliable answers and to take quick action to protect their rights.
When working with us, you will not have to worry about whether we are prepared to fight for you or if we will be surprised the tactics the other side uses. You will also benefit from the practical experience we have gained in helping people like you put a legal challenge behind them and get back to living their life.
Independent Lawyers Working Together to Serve Clients
From offices in the Syracuse area, attorneys Joel N. Melnicoff and Albert D. DiGiacomo work together and combine resources in order to offer better, more comprehensive service to clients with a wide range of legal needs, including:
- Criminal defense against charges such as DWI, drug possession and shoplifting
- Traffic violations that may result in points, fines or license suspension or revocation
- Personal injury sustained in a car, truck, bus, pedestrian or bicycle accident
- Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income claims
- Wills, estates, powers of attorney and other important estate planning documents
- Residential real estate transactions
We are results-oriented, which means we work to obtain positive outcomes in negotiation and can be aggressive when it is necessary to stand up for our clients in court. If you need to discuss any legal matter with an experienced lawyer you can trust, we invite you to contact our Syracuse or Herkimer offices to schedule a no-cost consultation.




