Need a lawyer for a felony assault charge

I was arrested in Manhattan after a fight outside a restaurant. A guy grabbed my fiancée and swung at me, so I hit him once, and he fell and broke his jaw. The police spoke to several witnesses and charged me with felony assault. I was released after the arraignment, but my next court date is in three weeks, and I've never dealt with anything like this. Where should I look for an attorney who can defend me?

Whatever happened before the punch, don't try to settle this directly with the injured man. An apology, payment offer, or angry message could all reach the prosecutor. The New York State Bar Association's referral service is one place to ask for a lawyer who handles felony assault cases. Tell them the exact charge and county so they can direct you properly.

Self-defense won't be decided only by who threw the first punch. The moments before the fight, the restaurant cameras, and the witnesses nearby may shape how the charge is handled. Another place to look for a criminal solicitor is here: https://arkadybukhlawfirm.com/ . Bring the complaint, release papers, and every document from the arraignment to the first meeting. Give the lawyer the restaurant's address immediately so any available footage can be requested before it's overwritten.