“You have a truly sharp legal mind and your courtroom presence is among the best. I am forever grateful for your two years of hard work, dedication and service to my father's case.” — R.C.

“I give Mr. Spano the highest possible recommendation. Mr. Spano helped me navigate a somewhat unorthodox legal matter, did so quickly, and always kept me informed.”

“Thanks for taking my case and getting me a not guilty verdict. You are a great lawyer. I could not asked for anything more. Please know you hold a special place in my family's heart.” — G.B.

“Many thanks for the very professional and gentlemanly way that you conducted yourself at the trial of my son. I along with all of my family were thrilled beyond words with the outcome.” — B.B..

“Thank you for assuring me that just because a good honest person makes a mistake does not mean they have to be treated like a criminal!” — D.S.

OUR PRACTICE AREAS

Defending Against Internet Crime Charges

Have you been accused of a theft crime or a sex crime involving the internet? These are complex cases and, if convicted, you could face serious penalties, penalties that could have a permanent impact on your future.

“You need a criminal defense lawyer who understands how to navigate through complex charges. You need an attorney with experience that you can trust. You need an attorney who will fight to win. Call me at 315-350-3975 and tell me your story.” — Michael Spano

Michael Spano has been handling criminal matters in Syracuse and Central New York for more than 25 years. He has served as a criminal prosecutor and now brings that knowledge to the defense side.

Theft And Fraud Crimes Involving The Internet

Michael Spano defends against all internet crimes related to theft or fraud, including:

Credit card fraud
Identity theft
eBay fraud

The prosecution in these cases relies heavily on technical evidence. Your defense attorney must sort through this evidence, challenging evidence that doesn’t make sense or that was acquired through illegal search and seizure. Michael Spano has the knowledge to shape the facts into a defense strategy designed to protect your rights.

Sex Crimes Involving The Internet

Michael Spano defends against a variety of internet sex crimes, including:

Child pornography charges, including possession and distribution
Solicitation of a minor online

Like other internet crime cases, the evidence against the accused is typically obtained from a computer and is technical in nature. They carry an additional challenge in that jury members are frequently biased against people accused of sex crimes. Not only must an attorney overcome that bias, but he or she must be able to communicate complex technical information to jurors. Michael Spano has the experience to handle these challenges.