Criminal Defense lawyers in New Jersey Jeffrey Plaza to John Zarych

Explore New Jersey attorneys like Jeffrey Plaza, Jeffrey Zucker, Jennifer Toth, Jeremy Lackey, Jerry Steiner, Jillian Elko, Jimmy Song, and John Zarych. in cities like Newark, Phillipsburg, Pleasantville, Englewood Cliffs and Northfield. These attorneys specialize in Criminal Defense in Zip codes like 07102, 08103, 08225.
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Jeffrey Plaza

Firm: Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin & Plaza
60 Park Place , Newark , New Jersey 07102
Practice Areas: Animal Bites, Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Assault & Battery, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Consumer Protection, Criminal Defense , Debtor/Creditor, Premises Liability, Traffic Violations, Wrongful Death, Litigation
Attorney Jeffrey Plaza is a seasoned commercial litigation, family law, and personal injury attorney practicing in New York and New Jersey. For more than 20 years, he has represented clients in all types of litigation, including complex commercial litigation, personal injury, and divorce cases. Anyone in need of a capable litigator should not hesitate to contact Attorney Plaza at www.newark-lawyers.com.
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“to discuss the nature of my situation and possible solutions. Already by the first 10 minutes I was”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jeff for over twenty years, He is an excellent litigator. I would highly recommend him.”
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John Keefe

Firm: Keefe Law Firm
125 Half Mile Road , Red Bank , New Jersey 07701
Practice Areas: Asbestos , Criminal Defense , Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Natural Resources, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Products Liability, Toxic Substances, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
John E. Keefe, Jr. is the former president of the New Jersey State Bar Association. As president, his significant achievements included building diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, launching a mentoring program for new lawyers, and leveling the malpractice playing field.. A Certified Civil Trial Attorney, he has devoted much of his time to civil trial practice throughout the State and Federal Courts of New Jersey specializing in negligence and product liability as well as complex mass tort and class action litigation. He founded Keefe Law Firm in 1996 and leads our plaintiffs’ personal injury, mass tort litigation and complex litigation department. John has tried numerous matters to verdict and prosecuted hundreds of cases on behalf of victims of catastrophic loss.. Significant Representations
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“John is a great attorney. I've known him since I was a law student and learned a lot from him. John helped me to make right choices in my professional legal carrier. He achieved gr…”
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John Zaiter

Broscious Fischer & Zaiter , Washington , New Jersey 07882
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“From my very 1st case he became my family attorney and I will never consider another. Mr. John Zaite”
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“They took me on as a client for a very open and shut case, we discussed hourly rate and what the retainer was set at and Tom told me the retainer amount that remained unused would …”
— Nathan Andrew
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

John Velez

Firm: Arbore Velez, LLC
123 US Highway 46 , Netcong , New Jersey 07857
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
John Paul Velez is a Partner of  Arbore Velez, LLC and has been practicing law for more than 16 years.  He joined Forster & Arbore as an associate after over four years of serving as an Assistant Deputy Public Defender for the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender. He became Partner of Forster Arbore Velez after practicing with Forster & Arbore for 6 years.  While with the Office of the Public Defender, Mr. Velez represented adults and children charged with crimes at the Superior Court level from the first appearance through final disposition. Mr. Velez effectively handled hundreds of criminal cases ranging from minor criminal mischief allegations to defending people charged in complex murder cases and was responsible for all aspects of criminal motion practice from pre-indictment, through jury trial and post-disposition filings and arguments.. Prior to becoming an Assistant Deputy Public Defender, Mr. Velez clerked for the Honorable Marilyn C. Clark, P.J. Cr., who was the presiding criminal judge in the Passaic Vicinage. Mr. Velez was certified as a Mediator in the State of New Jersey during his clerkship.. Mr. Velez graduated summa cum laude and as a member of the Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society from Montclair State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History with a Political Science minor.. Mr. Velez received his juris doctorate from Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C., where he worked as a student-attorney with the Howard University Criminal Justice Clinic and as a research assistant to Professor Adam Kurland concentrating in federal criminal law issues. He graduated as a Merit Fellows Scholarship recipient.. Mr. Velez is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, New Jersey Hispanic Bar Association, Morris County Bar Association and the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey. He is completely bilingual in English and Spanish.
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“John was very professional and attentive to my needs . Always received phone call back and resolved”
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“I have recently had John as my attorney and he is for the most part professional and he won my case for me. …”
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John Vandenberg

Firm: Hollander, Strelzik, Pasculli, Vandenber, Hontz & Kutyla, LLC
40 Park Place , Newton , New Jersey 07860
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I endorse this lawyer. I know John to be professional, hard working and thorough.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

John Tumelty

Firm: THE LAW OFFICES OF JOHN W. TUMELTY
1616 Pacific Ave. , ATLANTIC CITY , New Jersey 08401
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Traffic Violations, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
Mr. Tumelty is a former state and county prosecutor who investigated and prosecuted major felony crimes, including murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, aggravated sexual assault, aggravated assault, white collar crimes, and serious drug crimes. He 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 thing 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. He will also provide you with personalized attention. When you hire John Tumelty, you know that your case will not be passed off to a new attorney or junior associate. He will help you from the initial interview until the case is successfully resolved. He will also work with skilled and experienced private investigators, accident reconstructionists, forensic psychologists and psychiatrists, and other experts who may be necessary for building a successful defense strategy in your case.
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“Very professional! Stayed on top of everything! And costs are reasonable! I couldn’t ask for more!”
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“I had the pleasure of working with John Tumelty and team and we couldn’t be more impressed with their professionalism and dedication. From the very first interaction, they were inc…”
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John Swift

Firm: Swift Law Firm, LLC
1335 Tilton Rd , Northfield , New Jersey 08225
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Jim and Jen treated us like family while putting together a will for us. The process was easy and straightforward. Everyone there is so friendly, we would highly recommend Swift La…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

John Pieroni

Firm: John P. Pieroni
54 N Taylor St , Bergenfield , New Jersey 07621
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I am criminal defense attorney who has been Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney.
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“of for legal help. His legal knowledge and support helped me through a miserable time. A weight (oka”
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John Menzel

Firm: John Menzel
603 Mattison Avenue , Asbury Park , New Jersey 07712
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Family , Real Estate , DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI, DUI & DWI
John Menzel, J.D., and his firm defend people charged with drunk driving and related offenses in New Jersey.  John Menzel, J.D., has. > appeared in more than 300 municipal courts in all of New Jersey's 21 counties.. > tried more than a thousand drunk driving cases.. > argued more than 100 appeals before the New Jersey Superior Court's Law and Appellate Divisions and New Jersey Supreme Court.. > prepared writs of habeas corpus in Federal District Court for the District of New Jersey and Federal Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.. > instructed lawyers and laypersons on drunk driving laws, breath testing instrumentation, and trial techniques at 149 seminars in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Alabama, Texas, Nevada, Georgia, Louisiana, and California.. > participated as a lead attorney in State v. Chun and State v. Foley, the seminal cases on the Alcotest 7110 MK-III-C in New Jersey as well as other significant cases on breath test refusal, motor vehicle operation, probable cause, and speedy trial.. > participating as a lead attorney in State v. Holland and State v. Pizzo dealing with NIST traceability and comparability of the Ertco-Hart digital temperature measuring system and Control Company digital thermometer used during Alcotest recalibrations.. > argued State v. Frye this past January in the New Jersey Supreme Court concerning whether prior DUI convictions should enhance sentencing on later breath test refusal convictions.. > wrote the NJSBA amicus brief to the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v. Koropchak concerning certain police reports should be admissible evidence at trial.. SIGNIFICANT CASES. > State v. Pizzo, 422 N.J.Super. 185 (., April 2011), after remand 309 (., Dec. 2011), the companion case to State v. Holland, a remand considering the efficacy of substituting the Ertco-Hart digital temperature measuring system used during Alcotest recalibrations with a digital thermometer manufactured by Control Company, Inc.. > State v. Kim, 412 N.J.Super. 260 (. 2010), a puzzling affirmance of a breath test refusal conviction, following acquittal of DWI after trial, barring the challenge to the refusal conviction on procedural grounds but including a “concurrence” disagreeing with the majority’s determination on the merits.. > State v. Chun, 191 N.J. 308 (2007), 194 N.J. 54 (2008), concerning admissibility of new breath testing technology--the Drager Alcotest 7110 MK-III-C breath testing device using version firmware. > State v. Cummings, 184 N.J. 84 (2005), declaring unconstitutional the “preponderance of evidence” as the burden of proof for breath test refusal charges. > State v. Foley, Cartegena, et al., 370 N.J.Super. 341 (Law Div. 2003), in Superior Court, Law Division, Camden County, concerning admissibility of new breath testing technology--the Draeger Alcotest 7110 MK III C breath testing device using version 3.8 firmware. > State v. Farrell, 320 N.J.Super. 435 (. 1999), the leading case involving the rights to speedy trial and fundamental fairness for those charged with drunk driving in New Jersey. > State v. Garthe, 145 N.J. 1 (1996), concerning the admissibility of Breathalyzer results in light of the secrecy surrounding Breathalyzer inspection procedures
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5

John Casale

Firm: John Paul Casale
708 8th Ave Ste 1 , Belmar , New Jersey 07719
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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Jeffrey Zucker

Firm: Zucker Steinberg Sonstein & Wixted
415 Federal St. , Camden , New Jersey 08103
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“The BEST criminal Defense lawyer in NJ hands Down! This guy did what 4 prior top lawyers couldn't an”
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John Breslin

Firm: Oller & Breslin, LLC
3 Main Street , Newton , New Jersey 07860
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
John Breslin focuses his practice primarily on both criminal defense matters and landlord tenant issues. From the firm's offices in Newton and Rockaway, he represents clients in Sussex, Passaic and Morris counties as well as other areas of Northern New Jersey.. John has been in practice for over 27 years. He received his J.D. from Fordham Law School in Manhattan in 1996. He is a member of the New Jersey State Bar and Sussex and Morris County Bar Associations.  He is actively involved in his community, a member of the Newton Chamber of Commerce. John also serves as a member of American Legion Post 86 and a member of a non profit Final Salute, an honor guard organization assisting in military funerals. John is a enlisted Navy veteran.
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Joel Silberman

Firm: The Law Offices of Joel Silberman, LLC
26 Journal Square Suite 300 , Jersey City , New Jersey 07306
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI, Speeding Ticket
Joel Silberman’s path to becoming a Criminal Defense Attorney started when he earned his Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law in Newark, New Jersey.. After finishing law school, Joel was a Judicial Clerk to the Honorable George F. Rohde, Jr., J.S.C. in the Superior Court of New Jersey’s Law Division, Criminal Part in Passaic County. During that time Joel spent countless hours learning the inner workings of New Jersey’s Criminal Court System.. After completing his Clerkship, Joel spent nearly four years as an Assistant Prosecutor with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office in Jersey City, New Jersey. During this time Joel was assigned to the office’s Trial, Juvenile and Appellate Units and received specialized instruction in Wire Taps, Identifications and Motions to Suppress. Joel spent this time gaining an understanding of law enforcement’s strategies in investigating and prosecuting crime.. Joel prosecuted a wide array of cases at the Adult and Juvenile levels. Some of Joel’s most notable Adult and Juvenile cases involved charges related toHomicide, Gun Offenses, Aggravated Sexual Assault, Trafficking Narcotics, Fraud and Aggravated Assault. Joel also appeared and argued a number of matters before the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division.. Joel is an avid boxing fan and recreational boxer in his personal life. Through his passion for boxing Joel has learned that there are going to be times when you take a shot to the chin and end up on the mat. However, Joel has also learned that the true champions are the ones that get up from the mat with a ferocious hunger and passion to win. Joel brings this same hunger and passion to win to all his courtroom battles. If you have been arrested, charged or think you may be charged with a crime let Joel fight for you. “A Champion shows who he is by what he does when he’s tested.  When a person gets up and says ‘I can still do it’ he’s a Champion”. -Evander Holyfield”
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“proved by the court. Joel is highly experience lawyer who you can trust with your legal matters.”
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“I have known Mr. Silberman for over 10 years. I am familiar with his work and have had the opportunity to work both with him and against him, as a former prosecutor. He is a dilige…”
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“For sure 5 stars for Joel! Saved my life with a very excellent work for a very long case. Thank you Joe! Strongly recommend!”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Joel M. Bacher

Firm: Law Offices of Joel M. Bacher
401 Hamburg Turnpike   201 New  074 , Wayne , New Jersey 07035
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Employment & Labor ,Medical Malpractice,Products Liability,Traffic Violations,Workers Compensation
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“I had a couple of different matters that needed to be handled. Not only was he serious about getting my matters resolved, he is very humble and profes...”
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“I contacted the Law Offices of Joel Bacher and had the pleasure of speaking directly with Joel during a consultation. He was sharp, refreshingly candid and accessible, and genuinel…”
— Michelle Hayden
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5

Jimmy Song

Firm: Law Office of Jimmy J. Song, LLC
600 Sylvan Avenue , Englewood Cliffs , New Jersey 07632
Practice Areas: Litigation, Bankruptcy, Landlord & Tenant, Speeding Ticket, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Real Estate
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“Always very busy. Didn't spend enough time on my case. If enough time had been spent, there was no n”
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“The law office is phenomenal, Mr Jimmy is professional, does his job phenomenally, he has helped me with several cases and very content and happy with the results, I highly recomme…”
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Jillian Elko

Firm: Jillian Elko
220 Kinderkamack Road , Westwood , New Jersey 07675
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“she's very respectable professional and she certainly knows the law and provides the best service po”
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“Jillian is a fantastic and very knowledgeable attorney.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jerry Steiner

Firm: Jerry H Steiner
1210 South Main Street , Pleasantville , New Jersey 08232
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Jerry was able to have multiple charges dropped and lowered my actual penalties to a manageable judg”
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“Jerry represented our daughter in several traffic issues, DUI, careless driving, reckless driving, suspended license, accumulated over a 5 year period with 5 different courts. Extr…”
— Patricia McDougal
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Jeremy Lackey

Firm: Lackey & Miller, LLC
1101 Kings Highway N. , Cherry Hill , New Jersey 08034
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Jeremy Lackey is a seasoned criminal attorney who served as an Assistant Prosecutor for the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office and as a Deputy Attorney General for New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, Division of Criminal Justice, before co-founding the firm Lackey & Miller, LLC.. During his tenure as an Assistant Prosecutor and Deputy Attorney General, Mr. Lackey prosecuted cases in both the juvenile criminal court and the adult criminal court. While assigned to the Grand Jury and Trial Team units, Mr. Lackey investigated and presented hundreds of matters to the grand jury and litigated countless cases from detention hearings through arraignment and sentencing.. Mr. Lackey has extensive courtroom and trial experience, having presented arguments on dozens of topics during motion hearings, and having tried a wide array of criminal cases. These cases include offenses ranging from burglary and robbery to murder and strict liability for drug induced death, among other charges. Notably, Mr. Lackey stands among a limited number of trial attorneys who have examined experts from numerous specialized fields, such as forensic pathology, toxicology, DNA and serology, forensic chemistry and controlled dangerous substances, ballistics and firearms, the extraction and examination of electronic devices, and GPS/historical cell site location data. During his time in Burlington County, Mr. Lackey also served in the Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force, where he focused on prosecuting individuals charged with weapons offenses, drug distribution, and strict liability for drug induced death. As a member of the Task Force, Mr. Lackey had the unique opportunity of attending the Top Gun training program, an intensive course designed for New Jersey law enforcement on advanced techniques in drug investigations and the execution of search warrants.. During his time as a Deputy Attorney General, Mr. Lackey was assigned to the Gangs and Organized Crime Bureau, where he managed multi-defendant cases and wiretap investigations resulting in charges of racketeering, conspiracy to commit murder, drug production facilities, and firearms trafficking. Following his time in the Gangs and Organized Crime Bureau, Mr. Lackey was assigned to the Office of Securities Fraud and Financial Crimes Prosecutions which concentrates on investigating and prosecuting complex financial crimes.. Mr. Lackey’s dedication to the legal profession extends beyond the courtroom and he is passionate about sharing his knowledge. As such, Mr. Lackey instructed at the New Jersey Advocacy Institute’s trial advocacy program providing valuable insight into areas like direct and cross-examination, witness preparation, and the introduction of evidence during a trial. Furthermore, he serves as an adjunct professor at Rowan College at Burlington County, where he has taught Introduction to Criminal Justice, Introduction to Court Systems, and Introduction to Private Security. Following his graduation from Rutgers University School of Law, Mr. Lackey clerked for the Honorable E. David Millard, P.J. Civ. Div. (retired) in Ocean County Superior Court.. Jeremy Lackey’s exceptional legal acumen, combined with his unwavering commitment to justice, makes him a formidable advocate for his clients, ensuring that their rights are protected, and their voices are heard throughout every step of the legal process.
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“To anyone seeking a ferocious warrior for criminal defense, I highly recommend Jeremy. He’s a pass”
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“Jeremy is extremely skilled at finding weaknesses in his adversary's cases and pressing home the advantage. He is relentless when trying to obtain a great outcome for his clients.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jennifer Toth

Firm: Winegar, Wilhelm, Glynn & Roemersma, P.C.
305 Roseberry Street , Phillipsburg , New Jersey 08865
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Every case is important to Jenn, no matter how small. She knows that being involved in the legal system is often very stressful, but she strives to make her clients comfortable as she helps them navigate their cases. She makes herself available for any and all questions they may have, making them first priority.
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John Zarych

Firm: The Law Offices of John J. Zarych
1555 Zion Rd , Northfield , New Jersey 08225
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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“n who subscribes to the highest moral values. He is a man of faith who respects all races can creeds”
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“I endorse this lawyer. John Zarych's passionate commitment to his clients delivers unparalleled results.”
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“My experience with the Law Offices of John J. Zarych was unsatisfactory. After an arrest in 2020, I initially spoke with John, who gave the impression that he would be handling my …”
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