Being charged with assault or battery is serious, and it can affect your job, your relationships, and your freedom. But you don’t have to face it alone. With the right legal defense, you may be able to reduce or even dismiss the charges.
Laura Mecklosky defends clients across Nassau County facing simple assault, aggravated assault, domestic violence-related accusations, and more. She knows how quickly these situations escalate, and how important it is to have someone in your corner from the very beginning.
Types of assault charges Laura defends:
Simple assault
Aggravated assault
Assault with a weapon
Domestic violence charges
Battery and related offenses
Whether you were defending yourself, wrongly accused, or simply caught in a bad situation — your side deserves to be heard.
What’s at stake:
Jail or prison time
Felony charges and a criminal record
Loss of employment, housing, or firearm rights
Restraining orders and long-term consequences
A conviction for assault can follow you for life. Laura fights to keep that from happening.
What Laura brings to the table:
Focused, calm defense under pressure
Investigation into the full story — not just what the arrest says
Skilled negotiation and courtroom presence
A commitment to clear, honest communication throughout your case
Don’t go through this alone. Let Laura fight for you.
The legal system moves fast — and prosecutors build cases quickly. The sooner you get legal defense, the stronger your position becomes.