Courtney McGowan is a skilled and reputable criminal defense attorney practicing in Westchester County and throughout the Hudson Valley. She began her career as a prosecutor and has tried numerous cases to verdict on both sides. Her practice focuses on criminal defense, including DWI, drug offenses, theft crimes, violent felonies, and other serious charges.
Ms. McGowan’s prosecutorial background gives her a strategic understanding of how cases are investigated, charged, litigated and won. She is known as a prepared and effective advocate and works with investigators and expert witnesses to build strong, individualized defense strategies.
Admissions: New York State (2nd Department); U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York; United States Supreme Court