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Jan graduated from the University of South Dakota in 2001 with a major in Criminal Justice and a minor in Political Science and received her Juris Doctorate from the University of South Dakota, School of Law. Jan began her legal career serving the public by working with indigent clients at the Minnehaha County Public Advocate’s Office.. In 2013, she ventured into private practice and found that helping people who are going through a painful divorce or a child custody case is also very rewarding. She is dedicated to helping people through these difficult times.. In 2014, Jan was appointed to be a Child Support Referee. In this capacity, she conducts hearings to determine whether child support should be modified and when appropriate, how much it should be modified.. She has also served on various boards and been involved with many community organizations. She served as defense counsel on the team that started the Second Circuit Drug Court. Currently she is the treasurer of the South Dakota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. Jan’s practice concentrates on the areas of Criminal Defense in South Dakota State Court and in Federal Court. She defends people charged with every level of crime from petty theft to DUI to drug conspiracy cases, up to murder. She represents kids charged as juvenile delinquents or CHINS. Jan is also experienced family law cases including divorce and custody and has handled numerous protection order cases. She represents people going through a divorce and fighting for custody of their children. Jan also enjoys helping people with real estate transactions, drafting a will, and defending parents and children involved in very complicated abuse and neglect cases. She is trained and very familiar with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Her passion is helping her clients and advocating for their rights and interests.

Nichole earned her law degree from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 1996, and has been practicing law in the Sioux Falls area ever since. Prior to law school, Nichole attended Augustana College, where she obtained her degree in Government and International Affairs. Nichole is admitted into practice in the State Bar of South Dakota since 1996, and has represented people in cases across the State of South Dakota in matters ranging from felony drug charges to helping people gain custodial and visitation rights. She has been involved in numerous criminal and civil appeals to the South Dakota Supreme Court, and made oral argument to the South Dakota Supreme Court.. Nichole is also admitted to the United States Federal District Court, as well as the United States District Court of Appeals for the Eighth Judicial Circuit. She is also a panel criminal defense attorney for the federal court system, and has represented clients in a wide variety of criminal prosecutions, including illegal entry cases.. Nichole is an active member of the South Dakota Bar Association, where she has participated on various committees and also served as a South Dakota Bar Commissioner. She is a member of the South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association and the South Dakota Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. She is a former President of Women in Law for the Sioux Falls area and is involved in the Second Judicial Circuit Bar Association.. Nichole grew up on beautiful Lake Kampeska in Watertown, South Dakota. She currently lives in Sioux Falls with her husband, two children and three dogs. She and her family enjoy spending time at the lake, movies, and traveling together.

I am an Atlantic City criminal defense lawyer and dui attorney with extensive experience practicing criminal, juvenile and municipal defense in New Jersey's state and federal courts. I am committed to vigorously defending my clients. I am a longtime member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the ABA, NJSBA, Atlantic and Cape May county bar associations.  I look forward to speaking with new clients.

Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney, Melissa Rosenblum works with a client-focused approach that keeps you informed throughout your entire legal process. She understands the sentencing structure and can work to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case that play to your advantage.  Ms. Rosenblum is one of only 25+ women in the State to be Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney.. When you need powerful defense, talk with our criminal defense lawyer who will fight to protect your rights. With more than 20 years of trial experience advocating for the criminally accused, attorney Melissa Rosenblum has represented numerous clients using her approachable style and extensive knowledge of the law. From criminal charges, indictable/felony offenses, disorderly persons offenses, and DUIs/DWIs to juvenile charges, she can handle your case with tenacious and zealous defense.  Law Offices of Melissa Rosenblum also handles domestic violence matters, TRO/FRO hearings, and appeals.. Since 1997, attorney Melissa Rosenblum has represented people faced with criminal charges. She is respected and highly regarded by her colleagues and those in the judicial system. She is a frequent speaker and panelist for children’s issues, women’s rights and criminal law issues. She also serves on many committees for the Atlantic County Bar Association, Vincent S. Haneman Inn of Court and Jewish Family Services.

I have been practicing criminal, juvenile and municipal defense in New Jersey's state and federal courts for over 13 years. I am very protective of my clients and committed to vigorously defending them. My strengths as an advocate involve crafting creative and novel solutions to complex conflicts. Further, I am an experienced trial attorney with the judgement and knowledge to guide my clients through the criminal justice system and provide wise counsel.  I never forget that I work for my clients.  Therefore, my clients each get the attention and time they need to feel that their concerns are heard and questions fully answered.. I am a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association -  Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys of NJ, a member of the National College for DUI Defense, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the ABA, NJSBA, Atlantic and Cape May County Bar Associations.  I look forward to speaking with new clients and I can be reached at any time, nights, weekends and holidays.  The best way to reach me is by phone.

I am an experienced criminal trial attorney.  My practice focuses on criminal, DWI and juvenile defense. Please call me to discuss your situation.

Charles H. Nugent Jr., the firm’s founder, has been representing people in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for more than 30 years. Recognized as one of the premier trial attorneys in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, he has a proven history of success and an unparalleled reputation for fighting for his clients rights in both criminal cases and serious personal injury cases.. In the area of personal injury law, he has obtained many large verdicts and settlements, whether resulting from automobile, truck or motorcycle collisions, legal or medical malpractice, defective products, premises liability, sexual assaults, construction accidents, dog bites, civil rights violations, or workers compensation.  In the area of personal injury, Mr. Nugent has been named a New Jersey “Super Lawyer” every year from 2005 through 2017, as published in Super Lawyer Magazine, New Jersey Monthly Magazine, and Philadelphia Magazine.  He is Certified by the New Jersey Supreme as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney; a member of the “Million Dollar Advocates Forum” for having obtained multiple settlements or verdicts in excess of $1,000,; has been named multiple times as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in New Jersey by the National Trial Lawyers Association; has been nominated as a “Top Attorney” by South Jersey Magazine; and has received a rating of “10” and “Superb” by lawyer rating specialist “AVVO”. Mr. Nugent has also been recognized by Trial Lawyers Care, as a volunteer providing free legal representation to the victims of September 11th, 2001.. In criminal matters, very few attorneys have achieved the results and not guilty verdicts obtained by Mr. Nugent.  He has represented police officers, politicians, union leaders, organized criime figures, businessmen and ordinary people. He has represented clients in cases involving homicide, murder, manslaugter, aggravated assault, sex crimes, racketeering, pornography, mail fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, CDS and drug possesion, CDS and drug distribution charges, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence and other charges.  Mr. Nugent has been recognized as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in New Jersey, as published in the New York Times, and recognized by South Jersey Magazine.  He attended the prestigious National Criminal Defense College in Macon, Georgia. Few lawyers in New Jersey can match his success and Not Guilty verdicts in front of juries.. Mr. Nugent has represented clients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, New York and Texas.. The law firm represents people charged in the criminal and municipal courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including federal court, state court, and municipal court.. We invite you to read the many Five Star client reviews on Avvo, and go to  to learn more about Mr. Nugent and his results.

Ed Weinstock is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney.  Mr. Weinstock has successfully represented the criminally accused in the New Jersey, New York, and federal courts, securing acquittals or dismissals for clients charged with murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual assault, carjacking, robbery, gun offenses, drug distribution, casino crimes, and much more.. His legal career began at the highly esteemed McCarter & English law firm in Newark, where he practiced until 2005. He went on to become an associate at Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf in New York and Princeton until 2007.. He then served the role as assistant prosecutor at the Union County Prosecutor's Office until 2009, where he tried over 25 cases to verdict (both as a prosecutor and defense attorney).. In 2009, Ed and his wife joined forces and struck off on their own to start Weinstock & Associates, LLC, a criminal defense and general litigation practice located in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Margeau J. Ney is a 2003 graduate of Fordham University, where she earned a B.A. in English, and a 2006 graduate of the Temple University Beasley School Of Law. In 2007, she clerked for the Honorable William J. Cook of the Camden County Superior Court’s Criminal Trial Division. She went on to serve as an Assistant Deputy Public Defender for the Camden County Region’s criminal trial unit, where she handled thousands of criminal indictable cases. During her tenure there, while on a trial list, she was also chosen to handle the office’s abusive head trauma or “shaken baby” homicide cases and developed a specialized knowledge in that area. In 2016, Margeau opened a solo practice in Westmont, New Jersey, specializing in all criminal defense matters.

Sailing, biking and practicing law.  Wish I had more time for the first two, but I enjoy getting people out of tough situations, and that makes it all worthwhile!

Attorney Paz has practiced almost exclusively criminal defense for her entire career.  While in law school, Attorney Paz interned at the Public Defender’s Office and since admission worked for 5 years at Pattis & Smith in New Haven, where she worked towards successful resolutions for more than 100 defendants in criminal cases in both the Geographical Area courts and Part A ranging from motor vehicle infractions to trials in serious felony cases.  She has also written and argued more than a dozen appeals before the Connecticut Appellate Court and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.  She has since opened her own practice, offering her clients unique experience coupled with reduced rates to offer more people accused of crimes access to zealous and effective representation.. See my Rants on my Facebook page

To understand my story, one must first understand the story of the underdog.. The underdog is invariably met with challenges that far exceed those faced by others. The underdog is overlooked, never given a real shot at success. No one believes in the underdog, because the odds are never in the underdog’s favor. The underdog is supposed to lose.. I was the underdog.. I ran away from home when I was 15 years old, and slept in all kinds of different places for years while I grew up way too quickly in the streets of Bridgeport, Connecticut. I was a high school dropout and an 18-year old father, who made some pretty stupid decisions in order to get through my teenage years.. I refused to lose. I worked hard and received a GED. I attended Housatonic Community College, and ultimately graduated from Quinnipiac University on a full time schedule while raising two little ones and working a full time job. I grinded through law school and on November 2, 2015, I became a member of the Connecticut Bar as a lawyer. I won.. I still am the underdog, and I fight like hell. My duty as a lawyer is to bring that fight to each and every case, because my clients, whether they are accused of being a criminal, have had their lives destroyed by the illegal actions of law enforcement, have been unlawfully discriminated against by an employer or state actor, or have been seriously injured by the negligence of others, are underdogs too. I know that story, because it’s my story.. Very few professions allow one the honor of doing good in the world by protecting others who are being disrespected, dishonored, and disenfranchised. The practice of law literally gives me a license to play defense against an opposition with way too much power, way too many resources, and not nearly enough compassion. I take tremendous pride in my work, and the personal and professional fulfillment that it brings.. My family is the center of my universe. Because of them, I strive to be the best partner and father I can be. I draw inspiration daily from the love I have for my fiancé and my kids, and it allows me to do some of my very best work. My clients are sons and daughters, husbands and wives, loved ones to many people. I understand each and every case beyond the legal principles involved, by embracing the humanity of the person I represent.

I am a second generation Puerto Rican who has lived in Connecticut all his life. At a young age, I wanted to always help people and strive to do so today with my legal practice. My faith in God and my legal career run together, both of which I use to try and support those who have no support, and care for those who no one cares about. I am a member of Greater Bridgeport Christian Fellowship and have been under the tutelage of Pastor Frank Cook and Pastor Eric Torres for some time. My professional life is solely focused on criminal defense and helping people stay out of jail, get out of jail, or clearing their criminal records for a better future. My dedication to my work is only trumped by my dedication to my faith and my family.. Personally, I am a normal 26 year old man who enjoys being with family, friends, and just being nice all around. My main goal in life is to come to a place where my faith and profession intersect and I am able to do both at the same time. I am also endeavouring to become better versed in civil law and other areas of the law to help others in the future.

If you're looking for a perfect lawyer who has never been in trouble, keep scrolling and best of luck.  However, if you want someone who understands what it means to make mistakes and recover from those mistakes, I'd love to represent you.

Chris is a lifelong resident of Birmingham. He graduated from Birmingham-Southern College in 2008 with a degree in English. During his time at Birmingham-Southern he was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity and earned the Robert Hewlin-Jackson Award for Scholastic Achievement.. Chris attended Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law and graduated in 2011. During his time at Cumberland, Chris was a Senior Member of the Trial Advocacy Board, was honored as a member of the Dean’s List, won numerous advocacy competitions, and received multiple Scholar of Merit Awards for Scholastic Achievement.. After law school, Chris received his MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.. His practice focuses primarily on Criminal Defense litigation and Appellate work.. Chris lives in Birmingham and has three children. He is a member of Canterbury United Methodist Church, serves on the Board of Red Mountain Theater, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, and as a Trustee for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama.. Chris is licensed to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Alabama as well as the United States Supreme Court.

Jeffrey G. Hester has been practicing law for over 15 years in a broad range of legal areas, including criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and more. Prior to creating his own practice, he served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office. As a prosecutor he has taken many criminal cases to trial and developed a deep understanding of the prosecution process. Using this valuable insight, he now focuses on helping criminal defendants navigate the criminal courts and fight their charges. Mr. Hester is licensed to practice in courts across Alabama.