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Criminal Defense lawyers in New Jersey Jordan Comet to Marc Sposato

Explore New Jersey attorneys like Jordan Comet, Joseph Compitello, Joseph Donahue, Joseph Horn, Joshua Benjamin, Joshua Sherman, Justin Moore, and Marc Sposato. in cities like Teaneck, Ridgewood, Cherry Hill, Collingswood and Cranford. These attorneys specialize in Criminal Defense in Zip codes like 07666, 08731, 07016.

Jordan Comet

Firm: Comet Law Offices
1415 Queen Anne Rd Ste 203 , Teaneck , New Jersey 07666
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
The Comet Law Offices, under the ownership and direction of Jordan B. Comet, Esq., has been successfully servicing clients in New Jersey since 1992. Mr. Comet is an experienced attorney, with over thirty (30) years experience in the legal field, and is admitted to the New Jersey State and Federal Bars and to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.. We handle all New Jersey Municipal Court violation cases as well as Superior Court matters involving landlord/tenant issues, debt collection matters and commercial litigation cases.. The firm has extensive experience handling real estate matters, representing sellers and purchasers, in residential and commercial closings and refinancing, in New Jersey.. The Comet Law Offices offers clients professional will and trust preparation and extensive estate planning services that are tailor-made for each clients’ specific needs and financial considerations.. As General Counsel to a number of significant New Jersey based companies, the Comet Law Offices routinely handles all areas of business and commercial law, from company formation through ongoing operations. The firm’s knowledge and review of various contracts as well as its handling of commercial litigation matters offers clients the professionalism and personal attention that is required to successfully operate a growing company in New Jersey.. Mr. Comet’s hands-on approach and dedication to each client, coupled with the firm’s commitment to providing all clients with the best legal services available, ensures its clientele the unique advantage of large-firm service with small-firm pricing.

Kevin Buchan

Firm: Buchan, Palo & Cardamone, LLC
750 Broad St. Suite 202 , Shrewsbury , New Jersey 07702
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Louis Mangione

Firm: Spevack Law Firm
525 Green Street , Iselin , New Jersey 08830
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Louis DeAngelis

Firm: Law Office of Louis G. DeAngelis, LLC
346 Grand Ave. , Englewood , New Jersey 07631
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
The law office of Louis G. DeAngelis is a highly respected law firm in Bergen County, NJ. As a public defender, Mr. DeAngelis has defended thousands of cases over the past decade including major felony crimes, such as armed robbery, aggravated sexual assault, aggravated assault, white collar crimes, and serious drug crimes.. In 2005, Mr. DeAngelis started his own criminal law practice in Englewood, NJ. Since the practice opened its doors, Mr. DeAngelis has devoted his professional career to representing individuals who been charged with criminal offenses and DWI violations. His trial experience  – as a public defender and as a private criminal defense lawyer – gives him unique insight into how the other side evaluates a case and prepares for court.. Mr. DeAngelis is a sole practitioner who has a strong commitment to serving the best interests of his clients. He understands that this is the most important event happening in your life right now. You can rest assured he will work tirelessly on your behalf and seek a favorable resolution to your criminal matter.. WHY HIRING LOUIS AS YOUR ATTORNEY IS DIFFERENT. How Louis differentiates his practice from others is he will provide you with personalized attention. When you hire Louis, you know that your case will not be passed off to a new attorney or junior associate and he will be defending you until the end.  He will help you from the initial interview meeting until the case is successfully resolved in the most favorable manner for you. Louis works frequently with skilled and experienced private investigators, accident re-constructionists, forensic psychologists and psychiatrists, and other experts who may be necessary for building a successful defense strategy in your case.. Everything Louis does is centered around achieving a dismissal or a not-guilty result in your case, so that you can get through life without having a criminal record.. Knowing the local prosecutor is critically important and helps tremendously in getting the charges dismissed. Since Louis has been a public defender in Bergen County for many years, there is a high likelihood that he has worked alongside the prosecutor in recent cases and therefore has the ability to discuss your case at a level that many other Bergen County attorneys cannot.. Education. Certified Legal Specialities. Associations. In the News

Lisa Krenkel

Firm: Krenkel &Krenkel, LLC
107 Main St. , Allenhurst , New Jersey 07711
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Leslie Posnock

Firm: Schwartz & Posnock
99 Corbett Way , Eatontown , New Jersey 07724
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
LESLIE B. POSNOCK is a partner in the law firm of Schwartz & Posnock. Ms. Posnock, an attorney since 1984, is licensed in the State and Federal Courts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and California. Ms. Posnock is a former public defender in Philadelphia and New Jersey and has extensive trial experience. Ms. Posnock has represented individuals in hundreds of cases, involving charges of murder, drugs, sexual assault, mail fraud, wire fraud, theft, forgery, kidnapping, robbery, assault, burglary, Municipal Court matters (including traffic ticket defense), and driving under the influence cases. She has successfully litigated numerous appeals and petitions for post-conviction relief. She has also represented witnesses before Federal and State Grand Juries, and has obtained expungements for her clients.. Ms. Posnock was trial and appellate counsel in State of New Jersey v. Alex Grant, an important case in which her client’s indictment for murder was dismissed by the New Jersey Appellate Division. This case has been cited in numerous law review articles, subsequent legal cases, and the New Jersey Court Rules with respect to the right to the presentation of fair and unbiased grand jury testimony.. Ms. Posnock has lectured on criminal law topics to the Bar Association of San Francisco Young Lawyers Division, and has written articles on criminal law topics, including “A Model Code of Conduct,” Business Crimes Bulletin, Compliance and Litigation, Vol. 1, No. 3, April 1994. While a student at the University of Pennsylvania, Ms. Posnock worked for the Hon. A. Leon Higginbotham, Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.. Education: University of Pennsylvania, BA History, Cum Laude graduate (1981); American University, Juris Doctor (1984), recipient of Dean’s Award for Professional Responsibility as Outstanding Student in the Criminal Trial Clinical Program.. Bar Admissions: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, California, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, United States District Court for the Northern District of California, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Leonard Baker

Firm: Greenblatt, Pierce, Funt & Flores
35 Kings Highway East , Haddonfield , New Jersey 08033
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Leonard S. Baker is a Partner at Greenblatt Pierce Funt & Flores, LLC (GPFF). Mr. Baker is the Director of the firm’s New Jersey Office and leads both the legal and administrative functions centered in Haddonfield, New Jersey. Mr. Baker has been admitted to the New Jersey State Bar since 1973 and has continually practiced law in that state up until the present. Mr. Baker’s practice, during his over forty (40) years as an attorney, has been primarily devoted to criminal defense. To that end, he has represented clients on matters ranging from Driving While Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (DUI) to Capital Murder. Mr. Baker has litigated matters in Federal, State and Municipal Courts. He has also represented clients before Administrative Courts and Agencies throughout New Jersey.. Throughout Mr. Baker’s long and distinguished career, he has represented individuals, banks, corporations, political appointees, and police officers from many different agencies. Additionally, Mr. Baker has represented various public agencies, including probation offices, police offices, and Sheriff’s Offices, in conducting contract negotiations. As such, Mr. Baker has developed a unique and specialized knowledge in the workings of all of these agencies.. Mr. Baker has litigated a vast amount of jury trials during his career; including; three Capital Murder trials, numerous other murder trials and an International Sexual abuse case in Federal Court. Mr. Baker has had jury trials also involving robbery, firearms offenses, drug conspiracy, and many others.. In 1988, Mr. Baker became one of a select number of criminal attorneys in New Jersey to attain the distinction of becoming a “Certified Criminal Trial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court.” To achieve this prestigious distinction, Mr. Baker had to; pass a comprehensive exam, handle a significant number of criminal matters and be recognized by his peers and judges as an expert in criminal law. This distinction has allowed Mr. Baker to receive numerous referrals from other attorneys who recognize Mr. Baker’s expertise and trust their clients to his representation. Additionally, Mr. Baker has maintained this prestigious distinction throughout the years by continuing to improve his legal education and receiving written accolades from fellow attorneys and judges.. For over 25 years, Mr. Baker was an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law at Rutgers School of Law, Camden, until his retirement in June of 2016. He was first retained in August 1989 by Dean Roger Dennis, to teach an advanced course in Criminal Procedure. He instructed students on the law of Search and Seizure and various other important Criminal Law topics. In 1993, the law school tasked Mr. Baker with developing a new course to offer its senior students who had an interest in practicing Criminal law upon graduation. Mr. Baker formulated, from scratch, a new curriculum entitled “Criminal Practice.” Through this new and innovative course, students are taught the Criminal Justice System through the eyes of a 40 plus year litigator. Additionally, Mr. Baker brought in guest Prosecutors and Judges to help the students fully understand the system. Also, while having the students do mock litigation, Mr. Baker helped his students sharpen their courtroom skills by teaching them advanced methods of oral argument and direct and cross-examination of various types of witnesses.. Mr. Baker is also a guest lecturer at “Boys State of New Jersey.” Boys State is a one week session for outstanding high school students in New Jersey who are entering their senior year. Mr. Baker, along with other attorneys, lectures the students about the career path of becoming a lawyer. For the past ten (10) years, Mr. Baker has met with large groups of young men, explaining the legal profession as a career path and answering all of their queries.. Because of his years of experience, Mr. Baker is on a state-wide New Jersey list of lawyers qualified to represent law enforcement officers who have either administrative, legal or both matters pending against them. This police Benevolent Association (PBA) list is disseminated throughout the State and Mr. Baker is regularly chosen as counsel for officers who need his help. Because of his vast legal knowledge and the associations Mr. Baker has made over the years, he can offer a truly unique knowledge of all areas in which his help is needed.. Additionally, Mr. Baker has successfully litigated numerous Civil matters resulting in substantial awards to his client.. In John Doe v. Caesars Casino, et al, Mr. Baker attained a 2.4 million dollar verdict for his client. In an exhaustive four week trial in Atlantic City, Mr. Baker convinced a jury that his client’s deceased husband’s death was a result of negligence on the part of several defendants and that she should be fairly compensated.. Additionally, Mr. Baker, in 2009, settled a case against Valero Oil Corporation for 1.4 million dollars. In 2010, he recovered a half million dollars for an injured bicyclist.. In winning these civil cases, Mr. Baker was able to translate his skills in the criminal courts to the civil courts.

Leon Matchin

Firm: The Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC
86 Washington Ave, Suite A , Milltown , New Jersey 08850
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I always knew I would be an attorney. My uncle was a prosecutor and a successful defense attorney, so why not do what he does? I graduated Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1998. I started Seton Hall University School of Law at Newark, New Jersey the fall of that same year, part time. Also that year I got a full time job at a law firm in Elizabeth, New Jersey from which it was an easy 15 minute commute to my night classes to law school for four years. I graduated Seton Hall in 2002 and immediately hung my shingles. I never worked for anyone as a practicing attorney. I did everything an attorney does at the firm I worked at, except of course represent clients in court. When I got my license to practice I went out on my own right away. I was 26 years old. My four years working and studying gave me the confidence and knowledge to take such a leap of faith at such a young age. I am still working for myself as a practicing attorney to this day representing clients in court charged with various criminal, drunk driving and traffic offenses. At this point of my career I am a Certified Municipal Court Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey.

Kimberley Stuart

Firm: STUART LAW
135 Kings Highway East , Haddonfield , New Jersey 08033
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
FORMER PROSECUTOR. 22 YEARS EXPERIENCE. I take the time to understand my clients' unique situations and circumstances.  I treat each client with respect and objectivity. I work hard to ensure great results in the courtroom, and positive outcomes that will help my clients improve their lives going forward.

Kenneth Ralph

Firm: Bruno & Ferraro
301 Route 17 North , Rutherford , New Jersey 07642
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am a criminal defense attorney and a DWI defense attorney. I am Certified as a Criminal Trial Attorney by the N.J. Supreme Court, a designation held by few attorneys and which recognizes special knowledge and experience in this area of the law. I have been practicing criminal law for 30 years.. As a former prosecutor in Bergen County, I have handled all types of cases on both sides of the courtroom.  I am now on the criminal defense team at Bruno & Ferraro. I offer the benefit of this experience and my familiarity courts of New Jersey to our clients.. I have defended clients in Superior Court on serious charges including homicide, robbery, drug distribution, domestic violence and aggravated assault. I have also represented clients in municipal court matters including DWI, traffic offenses and shoplifting. I have trial experience defending clients in Federal and state court jury trials and in municipal courts.. During my career, I have learned that there are many avenues available to pursue a potentially successful defense for a client. I am available to meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your case further to determine if I could help with your particular situation.

Joseph Compitello

Firm: Tonacchio Compitello LLC
1044 Lacey Rd. , Forked River , New Jersey 08731
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Kenneth Aita

Firm: Aita Law, LLC
35 Kings Highway East , Haddonfield , New Jersey 08033
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
After receiving my B.A. from Rutgers University, I chose to pursue my dream of becoming an attorney.  While I was finishing up law school at Rutgers, I began an internship with a prominent criminal defense firm.  Upon completion of  law school and passing the bar exam, I immediately began representing clients and defending the constitution in our courts.  After working as an associate until 2003, I opened my own law practice in 2003.  In 2015, in an effort to better serve my client's differing legal needs, I chose to diversify my practice.  I joined the law firm of Liebling Malamut, LLC as the head of the criminal practice group.  I now specialize in all aspects of criminal defense including the most serious felony charges to the most minor municipal court charges. I personally handle each case; I do not transfer your important matter to a junior associate as many of the larger firms will often do.  I am an expert on search and seizure law and will provide you with a vigorous defense in both State and Federal Court.. I have succesfully argued two matters before the NJ Supreme Court.. In the search and seizure area, I am particularly proud of one of my major accomplishments on behalf of a client.  In 2013, I argued the matter of State v. Brown, 216 N.J. 508 (2014). In that case, the State attempted to justify the illegal search of a home based on an argument that the house was abondoned.  I was able to convince the NJ Supreme Court that the house was not an abandoned home and thus the search was in violation of my client's constitutional rights.. I likewise successfully argued another matter in the NJ Supreme Court whereby the State was attempting to disbar my attorney client. I was able to keep the attorney from being disbarred.  The matter resulted in a suspension only, thereby preserving my client's ability to earn a living for he and his family.. I appeared on the Nancy Grace show as an expert commentator with regard the the murder case of State v. Fred Neulander.  Mr. Neulander was a Rabbi who was at the time on trial for hiring a hitman to murder his wife. He was ultimately convicted and is serivng a life sentence.

Keith Hirschorn

Firm: Law Offices of Keith Hirschorn, PC
50 Harrison Street , Hoboken , New Jersey 07030
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Kathleen Theurer

Firm: Law Office of Kathleen M. Theurer
503 Central Avenue, 1L , Jersey City , New Jersey 07307
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Justin Moore

Firm: J Moore Law LLC
523 Haddon Ave , Collingswood , New Jersey 08108
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am an attorney who is passionate about defending people and the freedoms that this country affords them. From a very young age I knew I wanted to be a lawyer and I knew I wanted to be the type of lawyer who is in a courtroom fighting for people and their constitutional protections. In law school I participated in moot courts and mock trials which validated that my goal to be a trial lawyer was the right one. I also interned at the Defenders Association of Philadelphia and volunteered a lot of time with clinics and Public Interest Law groups. This solidified my devotion to those people and communities who are traditionally maligned and underrepresented.. After graduating and a year of clerking with a New Jersey Superior Court Judge I took both of those passions to the New Jersey Public Defender’s Office where I represented people who have the constitutional right to an attorney but could not afford one. People who are facing some of the most difficult times in their lives, staring at serious criminal charges, but because they don’t have money or enough money now need an attorney appointed to them. My goal for these clients was singular, to provide the best legal representation possible. After many years as a Public Defender, although I absolutely loved my job and the clients I was fortunate enough to represent, I decided to make a change. I started my own firm where my focus is still the same, to provide the best legal representation possible.. I am also a current New Jersey National Guardsman with over 20 years of service with the U.S. Army. I was an Enlisted Servicemember for a brief time before I commissioned as an Officer and then trained and became an Army Aviator. I deployed and flew Blackhawk helicopters in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Joint Guardian, and many state-side support missions. I am passionate about the challenges many Veterans face after they transition to the civilian side and seek to be of service to them in any way that I might be able to, whether professionally as their attorney or volunteering time and information other ways.

Joshua Sherman

Firm: Sherman Law Offices
38 West Avenue , Woodstown , New Jersey 08098
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Joshua Benjamin

1236 Brace Rd Suite F , Cherry Hill , New Jersey 08034
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Joseph Horn

Firm: Law Offices of Joseph M. Horn
580 Sylvan Avenue , Englewood Cliffs , New Jersey 07632
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Joseph Donahue

Firm: Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC
135 Prospect Street , Ridgewood , New Jersey 07450
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Joseph R. Donahue focuses his practice on criminal defense in New Jersey State, Federal, and Municipal courts; Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (TROs/FROs) in Bergen County and Northern New Jersey; DUI/DWI defense in Bergen County and Northern New Jersey; and general litigation in New Jersey State, Federal and Municipal courts.  He has extensive trial experience and has argued before New Jersey's Appellate Division, the New Jersey Supreme Court and the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.. Mr. Donahue is a former prosecutor who has handled a wide range of complex cases involving public corruption, violent crimes, drugs, and many other serious offenses; DUI/DWI defense throughout Bergen County and Northern New Jersey and general litigation (representing both Plaintiffs and Defendants) throughout New Jersey. He is a skilled attorney with in-depth knowledge of the courts and the litigation process. He is a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney and has been recognized for his advocacy by Super Lawyers, the Top 100 Trial Lawyers and has been recognized as a Bergen County Top Lawyer.

Marc Sposato

Firm: Triarsi Betancourt Wukovits & Dugan, LLC.
186 North Ave East , Cranford , New Jersey 07016
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Marc A. Sposato, a Partner at TBWD Law, focuses his law practice in the areas of Criminal Defense and Civil Litigation.. Prior to joining TBWD, Mr. Sposato served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Richard T. Sules, J.S.C., in the Essex County Superior Court of New Jersey, Criminal Part. During his clerkship, Marc gained unique and extensive experience in the area of criminal law, which he now uses in his criminal defense practice. Mr. Sposato represents clients in a variety of serious criminal matters, including, murder/homicide, robbery, aggravated assault, weapons possession, drug trafficking, drug possession, and domestic violence, in the State and Federal Courts. Marc also practices in the Municipal Courts, where he represents individuals who have received motor vehicle summonses, DWIs, and disorderly persons offenses. He also represents individuals seeking to obtain, or seeking defense from, temporary and final restraining orders. Mr. Sposato has parcipated in jury trials and has litigated numerous motions in State and Federal Courts.. As to his civil litigation practice, Mr. Sposato represents both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of civil matters. For the plaintiff’s side, Marc represents individuals who have been personally injured, whether the injury be from a car accident, at work, or from a slip and fall. Regarding his defense work, Marc represents both public and private individuals and entities accused of civil rights violations, claims of tortious conduct, and other general litigation matters.. Marc was named as a 2021 New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star, an honor of which only 2.5% of attorneys in New Jersey receive. Marc was also recognized as one of the 10 Best Attorneys Under 40 in the State of New Jersey by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys and as a Top 10 Criminal law Attorney by Attorney and Practice Magazine. Marc received the AVVO Clients’ Choice Award in 2020 and is distinguished as an AVVO Top Attorney.. Mr. Sposato received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, magna cum laude, from Pace University. He was then awarded his Juris Doctorate degree from Seton Hall University School of Law. Marc is licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey, the State of New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.

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