74/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 831 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
General Practice Lawyers in Bay Shore, NY: 2026 rankings
1,021 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Bay Shore: Veltry Law, PC, LFR Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 831 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 1,021.
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Most-reviewed: Law Office of Gary S. Miller, 1,033 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 1,021 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
1,021 Bay Shore general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 72 are open 24/7, 149 open Saturdays and 94 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 1,021 rated law firms.
Top 10 general practice lawyers in Bay Shore at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veltry Law, PC | 74 | 5.0★ (831) | Islip, 2 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law | 71 | 4.8★ (480) | Central Islip, 5 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Turley Redmond & Rosasco, L.L.P. | 70 | 4.9★ (292) | Ronkonkoma, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Law Office of Gary S. Miller | 70 | 5.0★ (1,033) | Hauppauge, 6 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 5 | McIntyre, Donohue, Accardi, Salmonson & Riordan, LLP. | 69 | 4.9★ (838) | Bay Shore | — | — |
| 6 | NY Ticket Defenders | 68 | 5.0★ (905) | Mineola, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Newfield Law Group | 67 | 4.9★ (91) | Melville, 10 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Debt Collection Protection LLC | 67 | 5.0★ (98) | West Babylon, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Stockman & Poropat, PLLC | 67 | 5.0★ (294) | Lynbrook, 23 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Matthew Tuohy Esquire | 67 | 4.9★ (122) | Huntington, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 1,021 general practice lawyers in Bay Shore, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Central Islip, 5 mi away
71/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 480 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Ronkonkoma, 7 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 292 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Hauppauge, 6 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 1,033 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Bay Shore
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 838 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Mineola, 21 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 905 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Melville, 10 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 91 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in West Babylon, 7 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 98 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Lynbrook, 23 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 294 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Huntington, 14 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 122 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Garden City, 20 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 184 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#12 CozzoLaw
Based in Central Islip, 4 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Garden City, 19 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 178 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Hauppauge, 6 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 811 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#15 Zandra Law, PLLC
Based in Huntington Station, 13 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#16 GB LAW FIRM
Based in Copiague, 8 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#17 Kapp David
Based in Hauppauge, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Hicksville, 14 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Bohemia, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
Based in West Islip, 3 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 200 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Bay Shore
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Brentwood, 4 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 158 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Mineola, 21 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 168 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Long Beach, 23 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 171 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#25 Grey & Grey PLLC
Based in Bethpage, 11 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 520 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 1,021 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Bay Shore
20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belford & Nornes, LLP | In Bay Shore | |
| Belford Michael K | 4.0★ (1) | In Bay Shore |
| Fenley LLP | 4.5★ (2) | In Bay Shore |
| Florentino Gregory | 5.0★ (2) | In Bay Shore |
| Gary A. Salatto, P.C. | In Bay Shore | |
| Hartin Family Law | 5.0★ (36) | In Bay Shore |
| Immigration Law Office of Joseph B Caraccio | 5.0★ (3) | In Bay Shore |
| Joanne Fanizza Law Office | 1.0★ (2) | In Bay Shore |
| Law Office of Anadel Canale | 5.0★ (91) | In Bay Shore |
| Law Offices of Jerry G. Berka, P.C. | 4.3★ (3) | In Bay Shore |
| Palacios Law Group | 4.9★ (144) | In Bay Shore |
| Pamela J Nornes, Esq. | 5.0★ (2) | In Bay Shore |
| Reilly Like Tenety & Hinrichs Law LLP | 5.0★ (2) | In Bay Shore |
| Rivera Julka Law Group, PC | 4.5★ (72) | In Bay Shore |
| Siben & Siben LLP | 4.1★ (122) | In Bay Shore |
| The Brooke Law Firm | 4.9★ (77) | In Bay Shore |
| The Fella Law Firm | 5.0★ (30) | In Bay Shore |
| Thorne & Halajian LLP | In Bay Shore | |
| Tucker Pamela Anne | In Bay Shore | |
| Verron Law Group, P.C. | 5.0★ (12) | In Bay Shore |
How we ranked Bay Shore general practice lawyers
We scored 1,021 Bay Shore general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Bay Shore data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a general practice lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a general practice lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How often do you handle matters like mine?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
General practice lawyers in Bay Shore: frequently asked questions
Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Bay Shore?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Bay Shore, NY is Veltry Law, PC with an LFR Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 831 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law (#2) and Turley Redmond & Rosasco, L.L.P. (#3) follow. We ranked 1,021 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many general practice lawyers are there in Bay Shore?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 1,021 general practice lawyers serving Bay Shore, NY. 5 of them are based in Bay Shore; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which general practice lawyers in Bay Shore are open 24/7?
72 ranked general practice lawyers in Bay Shore post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Veltry Law, PC (#1), McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law (#2) and Turley Redmond & Rosasco, L.L.P. (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general practice lawyers in Bay Shore work on weekends?
149 of 1,021 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 94 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Veltry Law, PC (#1), McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law (#2) and Turley Redmond & Rosasco, L.L.P. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Bay Shore general practice lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 1,021 rated general practice lawyers in Bay Shore is 4.7★, with a median of 9 reviews. Law Office of Gary S. Miller has the most, 1,033 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?
Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general practice lawyers outside Bay Shore count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Bay Shore city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do general practice lawyers in Bay Shore, NY charge?
General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?
For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of general practice lawyers in Bay Shore, NY ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Bay Shore?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Bay Shore
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 1,021 general practice lawyers serving Bay Shore.
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