Fast Law Firm, P.C. is a New York City criminal defense firm representing individuals and businesses facing serious federal and state criminal charges. Led by founding and managing partner Elena Fast, a former Brooklyn felony prosecutor, the firm brings prosecution experience and extensive courtroom knowledge to criminal defense. Its attorneys have collectively handled more than 70 cases to verdict, demonstrating substantial trial experience in complex criminal matters requiring careful preparation.
Fast Law Firm, P.C. handles federal criminal defense, white-collar crimes, government investigations, criminal trials, sentencing, appeals, and post-conviction proceedings. Its federal practice includes bank fraud, wire fraud, healthcare fraud, money laundering, drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and RICO charges. The firm defends clients against state charges involving assault, robbery, domestic violence, sex crimes, and weapons possession. Its representation extends from pre-indictment investigations and bail hearings through trials and appeals.
Fast Law Firm, P.C. builds defense strategies through early investigations, detailed evidence reviews, witness interviews, and courtroom preparation. Its documented results include a complete acquittal in an attempted murder trial, dismissal of a high-profile rape prosecution, and acquittal on every charge in a Kings County sexual assault trial. The firm has secured sentencing outcomes below federal guidelines and resolved investigations without criminal charges through strategic advocacy and preparation.
Fast Law Firm, P.C. maintains its office at 521 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, serving clients across New York and New Jersey. Its federal criminal defense practice extends nationwide, subject to applicable court admission requirements. The firm emphasizes direct attorney access, personalized representation, and a selective caseload. Its team combines former state and federal prosecution experience with a commitment to protecting clients' freedom, careers, reputations, and legal rights throughout criminal proceedings.
