Solving legal problems throughout WNY
What We Do
Bakshi & Leta is a boutique Williamsville law firm with a general practice rooted in the courts of Buffalo and Western New York. We are best known for our DWI and DMV work, but our practice reaches across the criminal, traffic, family, and business matters that most often bring people to our door.
Whether you are facing a first-time DWI arrest, a license suspension, a felony charge, a speeding ticket, a divorce, or a question about your business, you will work directly with attorneys Sunil Bakshi and Joseph Leta, not a revolving door of associates. We appear regularly in the town, village, and city courts of Erie and Niagara Counties, and we know how each one operates.
Below is an overview of the nine practice areas we handle. Each one links to a dedicated page with more detail. If you are not sure which area your situation falls under, that is perfectly normal; call us and we will tell you exactly how your matter is classified and what your options are. Consultations are always free and confidential.
Driving while intoxicated is one of the most heavily prosecuted offenses in New York, and the consequences reach far beyond the courtroom: your license, your insurance, and your record are all on the line. With more than 25 years of focused DWI experience, we examine every detail of the stop, the testing, and the paperwork to find the weaknesses in the State’s case. Learn more about DWI defense →
A DWI arrest triggers a separate proceeding at the Department of Motor Vehicles that runs independently of your criminal case. Chemical-test refusal hearings and license-suspension issues have their own rules and deadlines, and missing them can cost you your driving privileges. We represent clients at DMV refusal hearings and guide them through suspensions, conditional licenses, and reinstatement. Learn more about DMV hearings →
A traffic ticket may seem minor, but points, fines, surcharges, and insurance increases add up quickly, and too many points can mean a suspended license. We handle speeding tickets, cell-phone and texting violations, reckless driving, and other moving violations throughout Western New York, often resolving them by mail without requiring you to appear. Learn more about traffic violations →
A felony charge is among the most serious situations a person can face, carrying the possibility of state prison and a permanent record. From the first appearance through grand jury, motions, and trial, we provide aggressive, knowledgeable representation and make sure you understand every step. Learn more about felony defense →
Misdemeanors are less severe than felonies but still carry the possibility of jail, fines, and a criminal record that can follow you for years. We defend clients against a wide range of misdemeanor charges in the local courts of Erie and Niagara Counties, working to protect your record and your future. Learn more about misdemeanor defense →
Divorce is one of the most difficult experiences a family can go through, and the decisions made during it shape your finances and your relationships for years. We guide clients through both contested and uncontested divorces, addressing property division, support, and custody, with a focus on protecting what matters most to you. Learn more about divorce →
When both spouses are willing to work together, mediation offers a less adversarial, more affordable path than traditional litigation. As a neutral mediator, we help couples reach fair agreements on the issues that matter, on their own terms and timeline, while keeping the process private and respectful. Learn more about divorce mediation →
Family Court handles many of the most personal matters in people’s lives, from child custody and visitation to child support, orders of protection, and paternity. We represent parents and families in these proceedings with the care and discretion these sensitive cases require. Learn more about family law →
From forming a new company to drafting contracts and handling everyday legal questions, business owners need an attorney who understands both the law and the practical realities of running a company. We advise Western New York business owners on entity formation, agreements, and a range of corporate matters. Learn more about business law →
No matter which of these areas your situation falls under, our approach is the same. We start by listening, understanding not just the legal facts but what you are actually worried about, whether that is your license, your record, your children, your finances, or your freedom. From there, we explain your situation in plain language, lay out the realistic options, and tell you honestly where you stand. We believe an informed client is a confident client, so we never ask you to simply trust us blindly; we teach you the issues so you understand every decision in your case.
Because we appear constantly in the local courts of Erie and Niagara Counties, we know the practices and personalities of each one, knowledge that lets us move your case efficiently and anticipate how it is likely to be handled. And because we are a boutique firm, you deal directly with Sunil Bakshi and Joseph Leta from start to finish, not a different associate at every appearance.
For more than 25 years, individuals and families across the Buffalo region have trusted our firm with the legal problems that keep them up at night. Our reputation is built on focused experience, particularly in DWI and DMV matters, combined with genuine care for the people we represent. We keep flexible hours, return calls promptly, and respond promptly when a crisis cannot wait.
Our Williamsville office offers free off-street parking and a convenient suburban location, so you avoid the traffic and parking costs of downtown Buffalo. Most importantly, we treat every client, whether facing a first speeding ticket or a serious felony, with the same preparation, respect, and determination to achieve the best possible result.
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We handle DWI defense, DMV hearings and refusals, speeding and traffic violations, felony and misdemeanor criminal defense, divorce, divorce mediation, family law, and business law for clients throughout Buffalo and Western New York.
Yes. While DWI and DMV work are at the core of our practice, we also represent clients in divorce, divorce mediation, family court matters, and business law, and we can advise on a variety of other general-practice areas.
You do not need to figure that out on your own. Call (716) 631-0004 for a free, confidential consultation and we will tell you exactly how your matter is classified and what your options are.
Whatever your legal matter, a free and confidential consultation is just a phone call away.