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  • Clifton, NJ
  • Licensed for 19 years
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Kevin P. Barry
Kevin P. Barry
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About Kevin

Top Rated Criminal Defense - Certified Criminal Trial Attorney fighting for you.

I am Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney, and have been involved with the field of criminal law throughout my entire career. There are very few lawyers with this certification - less than .0033% of the lawyers in NJ - are Certified Criminal Trial Attorneys. The certification process required that I prove my trial experience by having represented a significant number of client’s at trial through a verdict; tested my trial skills; and, tested my knowledge of the law, court rules and trial procedure. As a Criminal Trial Attorney, I focus my defense efforts on clients charged with violating the criminal law of the State of New Jersey; and, of the Criminal Code of the United States. 

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Practice areas

OtherExpungementSpeeding and traffic ticketDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 60%

    20 years, 1,500 cases

  2. DUI and DWI: 15%

    16 years

  3. Speeding and traffic ticket: 15%

    16 years

  4. Expungement: 5%

    16 years

  1. Family: 5%

    Domestic Violence / FRO hearings Parental Rights Representation

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Law Offices of Kevin P. Barry, LLC

790 Bloomfield Ave.
Building A, Suite 2
Clifton, NJ, 07012

Website
http://www.njcriminalesq.com 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      NYCurrently registered 200705/25/2021
      NJActive200103/30/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers71
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Certified Criminal Trial AttorneyNew Jersey Supreme Court2016
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Public DefenderTownship of Bloomfield Municipal Court2015 - Present
      AttorneyLaw Offices of Kevin P. Barry, LLC2007 - Present
      Staff AttorneyEssex County Public Defender's Office2003 - 2006
      Assistant ProsecutorEssex County Prosecutor's Office2002 - 2003
      Judicial Law ClerkHon. Joseph V. Isabella, J.S.C.2001 - 2002
      Judicial Law ClerkHon. Thomas R. Vena, J.S.C.2001 - 2002
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      NJ District VA Fee Arbitration CommitteePanel Chair2020 - Present
      Essex County Bar AssociationN/A2003 - Present
      New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense LawyersN/A2003 - Present
      New Jersey State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionN/A2003 - Present
      New Jersey State Bar AssociationN/A2001 - Present
      NJ District VA Fee Arbitration CommitteeMember2018 - 2020
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      New England School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2001
      Rutgers CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1998
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Paterson Man Sentenced to Probation for Helping Cop-Killer Escape ArrestAfter much negotiation and motions, the client pled guilty and was sentenced to 5 years probation and was spared a prison sentence.
      Man Acquitted in Killing of Essex Fells WWII VetNot Guilty of Murder, Felony Murder, Conspiracy and Weapons Offenses. Guilty only to 2° Burglary

      Reviews

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      Review Kevin Barry

      Professional, Trustworthy and very Knowledgeable Attorney

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      I received an excellent and professional service from Mr. Barry. After consulting with many Attorneys, Mr. Barry was able to provide a lot of information, identify opportunities that would benefit me in my case and most important made me feel very secure and confident of what we were doing. Mr. Barry does make himself available at all times, he is very reliable , always communicating with you and providing you all types of updates and communication. I would highly recommend Mr. Barry to anyone and would certainly hire him for any type of case in the future. He did an excellent job with my case and was able to support me in many ways. If you want commitment, knowledge, confidence, professionalism and much more, Mr. Barry is the Attorney to hire.
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      Excellent Lawyer

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      I got in a lot of trouble. I was risking 13 points, Kevin had great communication with me the whole time. And the outcome he was able to achieve was better than expected. 0 points and minimal fees. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
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      DUI

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      Kevin represented me on a DWI/DUI case where there was property damage, along with other tickets. Because of his representation and deep knowledge of the law along with his strong relationships and rapport with Judges and Prosecutors, he was able to negotiate the absolute minimum penalty possible. There was no way that I would have been able to have this outcome without him. He handled everything, was open, honest, thorough, and empathetic. Highly recommended.
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      Anonymous

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      Mr. Barry represented my son recently in Passaic County. We were extremely pleased with his legal representation. He was thorough, efficient, patient and extremely knowledgeable. He walked us through the entire process ahead of time so that we had realistic expectations and a lot less anxiety. We really appreciated his concise communication and friendly demeanor. We HIGHLY recommend Mr. Barry.
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      Extremely Outstanding Representation

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      Kevin was extremely thorough and contacted me within five minutes of him learning that I was interested in his representation. After that first phone call, we had already formulated several plans depending on which direction the case would go. Kevin used his connections from spending two decades in my county to have the court date moved up, sent back down to the county level and my case finished before the date of the first original court appearance. The outcome of my case could literally not have happened without Kevin's representation. The judge in my case even made a point to tell me in front of the entire courtroom that Kevin lobbied extremely hard for a specific deal/outcome and that normally it would be unheard of, but because of him it was possible. I couldn't recommend him enough and that's no joke.
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      Happy client

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      Kevin was very fast, professional, and dedicated with my case; found a creative way for all charges to be dismissed and didn’t charge me more then he promised after it all took many more court appearances then first expected. I will definitely hire him again if needed.
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      2C;35-10A(4) - POSS marijuana under 50 grams

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      Kevin Barry was able to get my case dismissed. My charge was 2C;35-10A(4) - POSS marijuana under 50 grams. I’m glad I made the right decision by hiring Kevin Barry for my legal representation for the matter of 2C;35-10A(4) - POSS marijuana under 50 grams. I was in court for all of 20 minutes before my charge was dismissed and I was wa;king out the door.
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      Client

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      I retained Kevin for a 2nd degree felony drug case. He has a long list of connections and experience. He was able to negotiate with the prosecutor to drop the charges. I was very satisfied with his services.
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      Traffic Tickets

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      If there is anybody in needed of an attorney whom will work your case as if he was representing himself. That being said, you will get all he have to give and there will be no stone left unturned. He worked hard to resolve my case and was always very responsive when I had questions, and constantly in touch with me during the entire process. He took time to explain everything in an easy to understand manor. I'm very happy with the outcome. Would absolutely use his services again in the future.
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      Client

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      I highly recommend Kevin. He is very knowledgeable, professional and highly respected in his profession. He clearly explained everything to me, made no false promises, just facts, and kept me informed during the entire process.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Michael Rubas, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 14, 2019
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Kevin is an excellent trial lawyer. We have had many matters together over the years and he always produces excellent results for his clients.

      Marc Sposato, Criminal defense Attorney on May 15, 2019
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Candace Kim-Knox, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 10, 2017
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is highly respected, and truly cares and fights for his clients. If I have someone who needs representation in New Jersey, I would refer them to Kevin.

      Matthew Pustay, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've worked with Kevin many times. Very professional and experienced.

      Susan Kassel, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Kevin is an amazingly effective criminal attorney. I would not hesitate to refer my family and friends to him!

      William Strazza, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have worked as co-counsel in criminal cases with Kevin for at least 10 years. In my experience with him as co-counsel, and just observing him in court, Kevin is extraordinarily dedicated to his clients. He is incredibly well respected throughout the legal community, and consistently demonstrates genuine care and concern for his clients.

      Laura Sutnick, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Kevin is an excellent attorney who is a strong advocate for his clients. He is a smart, hardworking lawyer. I highly endorse this lawyer.

      Suzanne Axel, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 10, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the pleasure of observing Mr. Barry several times in criminal court. He is a passionate, intelligent, and effective advocate on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Barry.

      Savyon Grant, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 4, 2010
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. He is very professional. Knows his case and is always prepared for court. His clients get excellent results.

      Allison Schumer, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 15, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work. Kevin Barry is a great person and lawyer. He knows the area of criminal law and is always ready to assist people. He is a well respected attorney in Essex County by fellow Defense Attorneys, Judges and Prosecutors.

      Joshua Sanders, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Barry is an excellent advocate. He is well versed on the current state of the law and works for the best interests of his client. I have witnessed his work and he is an attorney who works for the best resolution of a case, whether it is via plea bargain or through trial. I recommend him most highly.

      Joshua Reinitz, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work. Kevin is one of the most prepared and thoughtful attorneys in the area. His knowledge of the innerworkings of the criminal justice system are unparalleled. Anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney would be wise to hire Kevin.

      John Martino, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2010
      Relationship: Friend

      I went to lawschool with Kevin and have referred him clients many times since our graduation. He is a dedicated professional who is skilled in his craft.

      Remi Spencer, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2010
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work.I have had the pleasure of observing Mr. Barry's work as a criminal defense attorney. He is a prepared and professional advocate who is dedicated to representing his clients in criminal cases. He is a persuasive and well-respected attorney in the community.

      Rosalyn Charles, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 6, 2010
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer's work. I had the pleasure of serving as co counsel with Mr. Barry on a multi defendant Racketeering matter where he provided great insight to the bench and his fellow co counsel on the legal issues at hand.

      Howard Bailey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2009
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. Barry for more then several years, and have seen his proficiency in the defense of his clients on many occasions, including a Racketeering Wiretap Trial he and I have been involved in for the last three months. His clients are well served by his diligence and thoughtful analysis of the legal issues in their case. I strongly recommend a potential client sit down with Mr. Barry at the earliest opportunity to take advantage of his insight. They would be well served by his representation.

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