Viewed in totality as of the time of representation, we find that the defendant received meaningful representation and the issues raised by the appellant reflect mere disagreement with defense strategies and tactics that failed (see, People v Benn, 68 NY2d 941, 942; People v Satterfield, 66 NY2d 796, 799-800; People v Baldi, 54 NY2d 137, 146-147, on remand 87 AD2d 843, appeal after remand 96 AD2d 212). The evidence of guilt was overwhelming and counsel’s performance reveals adequate preparation and knowledge of the law throughout the trial (see, People v Benn, supra, at 942; People v Aiken, 45 NY2d 394, 399-400; People v Droz, 39 NY2d 457, 462). Counsel did not ignore any exculpatory theory or defense or fail to introduce exculpatory evidence or testimony (see, People v Benn, supra; People v Jenkins, 68 NY2d 896, 898).
We decline to reduce the sentence in the interest of justice (People v Suitte, 90 AD2d 80). We have reviewed the appellant’s other contentions and find them to be without merit. Mangano, J. P., Thompson, Sullivan and Harwood, JJ., concur.