Greggory M Marootian

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Greggory M Marootian

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Livingston, NJ
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

154 South Livingston Avenue, Suite 101, Livingston, NJ

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About Greggory

Biography

CERTIFIED BY THE NEW JERSEY SUPREME COURT AS A MUNICIPAL COURT ATTORNEY

NJ DWI SPECIALIST

NJ TRAFFIC LAW SPECIALIST

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

Certified by the NJ Supreme Court as a Municipal Court Attorney

35 years

80%
Criminal Defense 10%

Criminal offenses occurring in conjunction with DWI or traffic offenses (e.g. assault by auto, eluding, drug possession) and Disorderly Person charges heard in NJ Municipal Court.

35 years

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Certified by the NJ Supreme Court as a Municipal Court Attorney

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Awards

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Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Greggory M. Marootian, Esq.

154 South Livingston Avenue, Suite 101, Livingston, NJ, 07039

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Greggory M Marootian's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

281 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 97 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Total Confidence in Greggory M Marootian

I am not from NJ and not sure how I got Mr. Marootians name but found nothing but good reviews for him. This turned out to be my experience as well. Mr. Marootian reviewed the evidence in my case, found problems with the evidence and procedures and negotiated a more than favorable outcome with the p...rosecuting attorney. I was told by the Judge that I "dodged a bullet" and had an excellent attorney, I share his opinion and highly recommend Mr. Marootian to anyone facing DUI charges, I am confident Mr. Marootians experience and knowledge of the law in this area can obtain the most favorable outcome available under whatever circumstances.

Posted by Cooper | April 11, 2012 | DUI & DWI

The sunshine after the rain!

Harsh is an understatement to consequences of a first time DWI offender in New Jersey. Seeking advisement I did my research on lawyers, though I was receiving many advertisements from other firms, I wanted someone who specialized in DWI case. I came across Greggory's profile and found he has been in ...the practice for many years. As a first time DWI offender, I was not only undergoing emotional distress from the embarrassment of my first arrest EVER but also severe stress as I was facing three chargers. As a 22 year old working college student, I feared how the outcome would effect my position at work and jeopardize my future aspirations. Speaking with Greg was a heavy weight lifted off my shoulders. Not only is he knowledgeable and diligent, but he is also very confident and personable. The first time I met him we spoke about the case, but prior to the case details we spoke about my school and goals for my life. He made me feel comfortable and developed a friendship that helped me trust and believe that he was working with me and not just FOR me. He always made himself available to speak with me even while handling many other cases with clients. He ensured that he would seek the best possible outcome for my case. I had very unique case as the field reading was lower than the department reading. However, I was still facing a DWI with a .1 reading, a careless driving charge, and a reckless driving charge. After hearing stories about possible outcomes, from friends and family, I almost convinced myself there was no hope before I met Greg. Thankfully I did not. He was very organized and concise with information and continued to inform me of court dates and new developments, communicated by mail, e-mail, and telephone. The case took place in Edison, NJ and let me begin by saying; the judge for DWI offenses was very stern and intimidating. I watched as all the other lawyers trembled at the stand as the judge over ruled them. I sat with my best friend whispering how happy I was that I didn’t decide to go with any of those lawyers… haha! When Greg took the stand he was very professional and confident in himself and the case. The judge didn’t like that too well because he showed no fear by the arrogance of the judge. The judge then decided that our case had to begin on that first night because he was obviously not too thrilled about Greg’s fearlessness and confidence. My eyes immediately began to shower because I was scared and did not know what to expect, but Greg kept me calm and talked to me about the other things not related to the case to keep my mind off of the situation as we prepared for the hearing. The court was later rescheduled and when we came in for the following hearing he was accompanied by his wife. By the time I got there, he already checked me in and spoke with the prosecutor. As I was engaged in a full conversation with his lovely wife, I completely forgot we were in court and by the time I remembered Greg had everything worked out and the case was finished. The tickets for careless and reckless driving were dismissed, and my sentence was reduced from a possible 7month license loss to a 3 month license loss. Greg made one of the worst experiences of my life, way easier. Not only did I find great comfort and relief in him, but also a sincere man, and an honest friend.

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Thank you, Gregg!

Gregg and his paralegal, Nellie, were just amazing through what could have been just a horrible and traumatic experience. Gregg was thoroughly versed in the mental illness that led to this unfortunate incident, and went out of his way to make sure the judge and prosecutor got the picture, too. As a r...esult, in a state with harsh penalties and mandatory sentencing, several charges were dropped by the prosecutor, and the remaining DUI charge resulted in the absolute minimum penalties from the judge. I could have gone to jail, but now I am home with my family and able to work on my issues. Thank you, Gregg, for your unique perspective on DUI charges and their defense - your psychology background and thorough, talented legal work saved the day. Hopefully I will never need your services again, but if I have a friend or neighbor who does, you bet I'll hand them your phone number!

Posted by Darlene | November 20, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Extremely Knowledgable

Greg Marootian was retained to represent my 19 year old daughter in 2 separate DUI related circumstances and 1 disorderly persons case involving underaged drinking. No parent should ever need to deal with such stressful issues but if the unthinkable becomes a reality, retaining the best attorney imp...roves the odds of having a more successful outcome. Being a very personable, knowledgeable and consummate professional, Greg supported her with the utmost skill and integrity while producing the best results that could have been attained, based on the law and circumstances. Prior to retaining Greg, we took the time to interview several other attorneys who were recognized to be among the best in DWI/DUI subject matters. Upon meeting Greg and knowing his strategy, it was clear that he was the right professional for the task. Having spent more time in court with my daughter than I'd like to remember, I was witness to how her outcome could have turned out if we if hadn't selected the right attorney for the job. Greg is highly regarded by his peers, the prosecutors, and the judges. I don't believe that any of the other attorneys, who were initially consulted, would have cared enough or would have worked as diligently to produce the same or better results.

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2011 | DUI & DWI

An outsanding DUI Attorney

On April 1st 2011, I experienced the unthinkable being arrested for a DUI first offense. I just worked a very long day in NYC, and decided to stop for a couple of drinks to unwind before taking the bus back to my car parked in New Jersey. Then travelling back home to PA, while driving I receive...d a work related phone call and took the call. I was driving perfectly fine traveling going 65 mph in the slow lane on 287 south when a local police spotted me on my cell. I was pulled over for cell phone usage, but during questioning the policeman asked if I had anything to drink, I was very fatigued and replied the truth. He asked me to step out of my car and performed a field test on me. Having not performed as well as expected he asked me to take a breathalizer. I registed the minimum .08 and was arrested. I am a family man with 3 children, this was a very scary and humiliating experience. The next day I searched on the internet for a New Jersey DUI attornety and and read Gregg's testimonials. What I can say in short is every testimonial holds true. As my case dragged out for 5 months, during that period Gregg always made me feel that there was hope of getting the charge reduced. He recommended using an expert witness to review the administering of the breathalizer because I came in at a .08. The result ended in in the state dropping the DUI charge and reduce it to a wreckless driving charge and the use of cell phone while driving charge. I loss driving privalage in New Jersey for 45, this versus 90 days for a first time DUI charge, as well as no DUI on my permanent driving record, increased insurance rate surchages etc... This without going to a formal trial. I would recommend Gregg to anyone caught in this unbfortunate situation. Gregg had a great repour with the judge, and prosecuter. He is a truely outstanding attorney, respected in his field and a very personable and compassionate. I would highly recommend Greggory Marootian.

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Joshua Reinitz

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregg is one of the true giants in the NJ DWI defense bar. A gifted trial attorney and an even better colleague who is not afraid to help out other lawyers and in doing so has strengthened the quality of dwi defense throughout the state. He is passionate and dedicated to his craft and his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Marc Garfinkle

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As Public Defender in Livingston, I get to see most of the lawyers who handle DWI cases in this area. There is no question that Gregg Marootian is justly regarded as the best of the best. He would be the attorney I would choose if ever I should have the unfortunate need for his servises."

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Vincent Macri

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregg is expert in handling DUI, DWI, and other Municipal Court matters. I refer my clients, who need representation in these areas to Gregg because he does an outstanding job. He is also a kind and understanding gentleman. I highly recommend him."

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Steven Schwartzman

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregg is a top-notch attorney who I have recommended to many. He handles each case with care and attention, answers all questions, and returns calls promptly. He's also a guy you would enjoy just having a conversation with. I recommend Gregg highly."

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Liwu Hong

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tim Bukher

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Marootian worked on a colleague's matter. He was knowledgeable, thorough, and extremely attentive. I highly recommend him."

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Vache Bahadurian

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gregg has achieved the highest level of professional excellence by having top-level legal ability, knowledge, experience, and ethical standards. It is obvious that Gregg cares about the well-being of his clients because he works hard to obtain the best possible outcome in each case. His accomplishments in the court room are widely known, recognized and respected."

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Darren Bleier

Unknown lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Goldstein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg is a legend. I would absolutely recommend any of my clients, friends or family to him if they were in need of a DWI lawyer. He knows his stuff, is tough, but also is a gentlemen who gets results because he knows how to litigate aggressively while maintaining good relationships with his adversary's There is a reason he has a perfect AVVO rating. DWI law is highly specialized and technical. Gregg is as fine a DWI lawyer as I have seen."

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Michael Justice

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Marootian is an excellent attorney who gets great results for his clients."

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Sean Cleary

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Rachel Kugel

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Greg for years and had the opportunity to see him in action on both DWI cases and DWI appeals. He is an incredibly zealous and passionate advocate who is both a great lawyer and a great guy. He is always generous in his willingness to help and strategize with a fellow attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Brian Crockett

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Marootian knows the law and how to make it work for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Daniels

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this attorney. Greg Marootian is a skilled, knowledgeable practitioner with particular expertise in traffic and dui/dwi matters. I would certainly recommend anyone caught in these predicaments to look into retaining Mr. Marootian - they won't be sorry for doing so."

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James Forslund

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I rely on Greg for New Jersey DWI advice."

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Anne Bryant

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His education, experience and zeal for client advocacy make him a good DUI attorney who gets positive results. The courts in New Jersey can be complicated, confusing and downright unfair. You want a competent DUI attorney by your side. Mr. Marootian is a guy who knows the ropes and will help you through the mess to a safe landing"

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Vikrant Advani

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I find Greg to be a top-notch DWI lawyer. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Michael Priarone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Greg for twenty years. He is an expert in his chosen field and he is also honest and conscientious. I highly recommend him without reservation to anyone seeking counsel."

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Travis Tormey

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Certified Municipal Court Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor, NHTSA and IACP

2010

Instructor Certification - Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement, NJ Continuing Legal Education Services

2008

Alcotest 7110 Draeger Factory Training Course and Certification, National Draeger, Inc.

2004

NHTSA, Drug Evaluation, & Alcotest Course Completion, DWI Consultants

2002

NHTSA / IACP DWI Detection and SFST, LaPier & Associates

1985

National Honor Society in Psychology, Psi Chi

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Certified Municipal Court Lawyer, Law Office Of Greggory M. Marootian, Esq.

Associations

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

2013 - Present

New Jersey State Bar

Municipal Court Section

1995 - 2015

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Education

1990

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Fairleigh Dickinson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1986

Harvard University Summer Session (Study Of: The Interaction Between Law & Psychology)

N/A

Speaking Engagements

2021

DWI Update 2021 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2021 - Advanced DWI Practice

2021

Driver's License Restoration for the VLJ Client

Driver's License Restoration for the VLJ Client

2020

DWI Update 2020 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2020 - Advanced DWI Practice

2019

DWI Update 2019/2020 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2019/2020 - Advanced DWI Practice

2018

DWI Update 2018/2019 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2018/2019 - Advanced DWI Practice

2017

DWI Update 2017/2018 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2017/2018 - Advanced DWI Practice

2017

BENCH/BAR MUNICIPAL COURT CONFERENCE

BENCH/BAR MUNICIPAL COURT

2016

NJ ICLE Advanced DWI Practice Update 2015/2016

Advanced DWI Practice Update

2016

DWI Update 2016/2017 - Advanced DWI Practice

DWI Update 2016/2017 - Advanced DWI Practice

2015

NJ ICLE: Handling Your First DWI Case

Handling Your First DWI Case

2014

NJ ICLE: 2014/2015 Advanced DWI Practice Update

Advanced DWI Practice

2013

NJ ICLE: Municipal Court Bench Bar - Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Municipal Court Bench/Bar

2011

NJ ICLE: DWI Advocacy In The Municipal Court

DWI Advocacy

2010

Garden State CLE: Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement

Exceptions to the Warrant Requirement

Publications

2003

New Jersey Lawyer Successfully Defending a DWI Charge

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Greggory earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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