About George Anast

George Anast Terezakis is an attorney based in Mineola, New York, specializing in criminal law, immigration law, and traffic violations. He earned his Juris Doctor from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law in 1985, following his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the same institution in 1978. Admitted to the New York State Bar in 1986, Mr. Terezakis has dedicated his career to building a robust legal practice that focuses primarily on criminal defense and deportation defense. His work in criminal defense encompasses many cases, including both misdemeanors and felonies, primarily in Nassau, Suffolk. Queens Counties. Mr.

Terezakis has successfully represented clients in complex deportation-removal proceedings in New York City Immigration Courts and before the Board of Immigration Appeals. This dual focus on criminal and immigration law allows him to handle the details of cases where these two areas intersect. This gives comprehensive legal representation. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Terezakis is deeply involved in various professional organizations. He serves as the Chair of the Immigration Law Committee of the Nassau County Bar Association and co-chairs the Association of Deportation Defense Attorneys. His leadership experience extends to his role as the past President of the Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association.

Furthermore, he has been an active member of the Board of Directors of the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, contributing to the advancement of legal standards and practices within the community. Mr. Terezakis’ contributions to the legal field have not gone unnoticed. He received the Practitioner of the Year Award from the Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association in 2013, recognizing his commitment to excellence in criminal defense. In 2011, he was honored with the Community Advocate of the Year Award from the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, highlighting his dedication to serving diverse communities. Additionally, he frequently lectures at continuing legal education programs sponsored by organizations such as the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Federal Bar Association, sharing his expertise with fellow attorneys. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Mr.

Terezakis is well-equipped to serve clients effectively. His office, Terezakis Law Firm, PLLC, is located at 170 Old Country Road, Suite 508, Mineola, NY 11501. For consultations, he can be reached at (516) 742-3838. Mr. Terezakis' experience and active involvement in the legal community underscore his unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive legal services in both criminal and immigration law.

Education

State University of New York - Buffalo

B.A. | Political Science

1978

State University of New York - Buffalo

J.D. (1985) | School of Law

Languages

English (Spoken, Written) Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

3rd Circuit Court of Appeals
New York State Bar
Eastern District of New York
2rd Circuit Court of Appeals

Types of Cases Handled

criminal law immigration law traffic violations

Professional Associations

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Lecturer at Regional and National Seminars Current

Past President, has membership of the Board of Directors

Nassau County Criminal Courts Bar Association Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Current

New York State Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Executive Committee 2005 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 170 Old Country Road Suite 508 Mineola NY 11501