Natalie Rios is the founder and principal attorney of the Law Office of Natalie Rios PLLC, a premier criminal defense firm based in Brooklyn, New York. She represents individuals facing New York’s most serious felony and violent crime charges. 

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Before founding her practice, Ms. Rios served as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn, where she handled hundreds of cases, including violent felonies out of the Red Zone (including some of the most violent precincts in New York) and the Violent Criminal Enterprise Bureau. That experience gives her a unique advantage in defending those now accused — she knows how prosecutors think, how cases are built, and where they break.

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Over the course of her defense career, Ms. Rios has assisted in high-profile and media-sensitive cases, including post-conviction assistance in the Sean “Diddy” Combs matter and the Bronx Daycare homicide trial. These experiences reflect her ability to navigate complex, high-stakes litigation where precision, strategy, and discretion are paramount.

Personal Mission

Natalie’s passion for criminal defense is deeply personal.

Growing up, she witnessed the devastating impact of violent crime and incarceration firsthand. Those experiences instilled in her a profound understanding of what her clients and their families endure.​ This lived experience fuels Natalie’s unwavering commitment to justice, compassion, and second chances. It also drives her ability to connect authentically with clients facing the most difficult moments of their lives.

Philosophy

Natalie’s approach is personal yet unflinching. She believes in proactive litigation, early investigation, and continuous communication  - the hallmarks of true defense advocacy. She prides herself in: