George F. Hildebrandt

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White Collar

Focus areas

Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law – Federal, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Felony, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Sex Offenses, Tax Evasion, Theft, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime

George F. Hildebrandt, the founder of George F. Hildebrandt, Attorney at Law, embarked on his legal career after graduating from Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Three years later, he obtained his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law. With over 35 years of dedicated service, he has been zealously advocating for clients in the Syracuse metropolitan area and across central New York who have faced criminal charges in both federal and state courts.

Recognizing the unique nature of each case, Mr. Hildebrandt meticulously crafts a tailored strategy following a thorough investigation of the circumstances. Consequently, he has secured acquittals for clients charged with a wide array of offenses, including but not limited to sex offenses, drug-related conspiracies, possession and sales, weapons violations, federal firearms infractions, murder, robbery, burglary, traffic violations, and driving while intoxicated. Leveraging his profound understanding of the legal system, he effectively guides clients, often achieving favorable outcomes such as negotiated reduced sentences, evidence suppression, or even complete dismissal of charges.

Mr. Hildebrandt holds membership in the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is licensed to practice before esteemed legal institutions, including the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York. In recognition of his unwavering commitment to legal ethics and his exceptional legal skills, Mr. Hildebrandt has earned the prestigious AV Preeminent* rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with Martindale-Hubbell’s certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® oversees a peer review rating process, with ratings based on the anonymous opinions of members of the legal profession and the judiciary. These peer reviews encompass two critical aspects: legal ability and overall ethical standards.