Howard M Weinstein

Howard M Weinstein

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Millburn, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

75 Main Street, Suite 101, Millburn, NJ

About Howard

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Devoted almost exclusively to the area of the defense of people accused or charge with crimes misdemeanors.

39 years | 335 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 20%

Highly intensive defense is this very difficult are of defense. Heavy use of expert witnesses and expert testimony and well as technical defenses relating to breathalyzer, Alcotest and Field Sobriety Test Battery. We frequently accomplish reduced or eliminated drivers license suspensions.

39 years | 70 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

Representing both the wifes and husbands at perhaps the most difficult times of the clients' lives. We try to reduce the hostilities so that negotiation and cooler heads may prevail. Since Restraining Offers often result in arrests for violations, a great deal of attention must be spent on eliminating or reducing the terms of any restraining orders.

39 years | 35 cases

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Municipal Court practice includes traffic tickets, driving while suspended, driving without insurance, driving with CDS in auto, and basic moving violations that can affect insurance points and costs.

39 years | 220 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 38 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Weinstein Law, LLP

75 Main Street, Suite 101, Millburn, NJ, 07041-1322

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Howard M Weinstein's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Helen | October 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent

We need more lawyers like Howard M. Weinstein. He is kind, with clients' interests at heart. He is a good communicator, knowledgeable of the law, sharp, perceptive, and persistent. His type is rare. I am so thankful to him for helping me out of false and malicious allegations from my administrator. G...od used him to give me this great victory. I would recommend him over and over.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Compassionate Yet Results Driven

We hired Howard to represent my daughter who received (what we believed to be excessive) traffic violations as a result of a car accident. Before we even hired him, Howard took the time to explain the process and told us what needed to be done not only to try to reduce the violation but also to prote...ct us from future liability. His manner was always empathetic, understanding that the issue was personal and emotional for us, but he kept us focused on what was necessary to successfully resolve the case. In the end, the case had the best outcome we could have hoped for...the violation was reduced to a minimal charge with no points. I highly recommend Howard without reservation.

Posted by Julie | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Competent, calm and caring

When I got that middle-of-the-night phone call that my son was in jail, charged with 3 criminal offenses and 5 motor vehicle violations, I was filled with panic and anxiety. The first thing the next morning, I called Howard Weinstein. Howard has such a competent and calm manner that he immediately ...lessened my anxiety. He made the time to see my son that day and he quickly assessed the situation. Howard is a true professional: he knows the law inside and out; he communicates in a clear and concise manner; he is available and responsive to any questions at all times; he is very calm, which made us calm; and perhaps most importantly, he didn't judge us for what my son may or may not have done. Throughout the process, Howard was great at explaining what was going to happen and what the next steps would be. He will give you as much "hand-holding" as you need. We were extremely pleased with the resolution of the case. The criminal charges were dismissed, as were 3 out of the 5 motor vehicle violations. I can finally sleep again (at least until the next middle-of-the night phone call). I can't thank Howard enough!

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best Lawyer!

I was a nervous wreck when I received two traffic violations that could have resulted in increased premiums with my insurance and have points assigned to me. Mr. Weinstein was able to get the charges dismissed completely. He was extremely professional and kept me calm throughout the process. I am so... grateful for his assistance!

Posted by Jill | July 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best Lawyer You will Ever Need

We hired Mr. Weinstein on Avvo because of his good rating. From our experience, Mr. Weinstein deserves every bit of the "excellent" rating. Mr. Weinstein is extremely knowledgeable and confident. True to his words, he helped me remove the points and cleared my record. It was amazing to see how hi...s IQ and EQ work at best. Give him a call. He will give you his honest opinion and his very best. If you decide to hire him, let him take the lead. He knows every cranny of the process. We did the right thing by hiring Mr. Weinstein.

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Howard M Weinstein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Orr

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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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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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Howard. He is a well known criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending his clients both in and out of court."

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Dana Scarrillo

General practice lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Howard Weinstein for many years. He is a knowledgable and well respected lawyer in the community. He truly cares about his clients."

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Savyon Grant

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Howard for many years now. I find that he is a pleasure to work with eventhough we are adversaries. I have seen him flight long and hard for his clients. I highly recommend Howard as a criminal defense attorney."

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Nicholas Fortuna

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Weinstein is a terrific lawyer that gets results. I highly recommend him. He is intelligent, experienced and provides excellent advice and service."

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Michael Noriega

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the privilege of working with Mr. Weinstein on various criminal matters. He is always the consummate professional, and an excellent trial attorney. Mr. Weinstein fights for his clients’ rights and always advocates for the best results on their behalf. His clients are lucky to have him."

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Lawrence Levitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Howard in excess of 25 years. He is thorough, diligent, and attentive to his work. You will have his personal attention if you engage him as your attorney. I have referred our clients who have called with respect to criminal or quasi crimial matters to him."

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Rosalyn Charles

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Howard & I have worked together on a number of matters and he always presents a fresh perspective born out of diligent inquiry."

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Prosper Bellizia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Weinstein since 1990. I endorse this lawyer's work because he is highly respected, knowledgeable and an aggressive criminal defense attorney."

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Philip Stern

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Since first meeting Mr. Weinstein in 2002, I have referred many criminal and traffic matters to him with confidence that he not only has a thorough understanding of the his area of law but that he conscientiously seeks to advise his clients as to viable outcomes and to advocate zealously on their behalf."

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Neal Jacobs

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Howard for 20+ years and I know he is an exceptional lawyer, devoted to his clients. The kind of lawyer you want in an emergency. I have referred clients to Howard in the past and will do so again in the future. I strongly endorse this lawyer's work."

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Scott Yaffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Howard for many years, and have referred matters to him, including a matter involving a close family member. He handled all the matters referred professionally and successfully. I consider his work ethic and abilities to be amongst the very best."

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John Norton

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Weinstein for well over a decade. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Weinstein (as co-counsel) on a criminal matter with international implications. He has always impressed me with his honesty, integrity and knowledge of the criminal law. He is a strong communicator and knows how to effectively represent a client, from the most basic of matters to the most complex."

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Remi Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Howard Weinstein is dedicated to the defense of his clients through his attention to detail and work ethic. He is a true professional who is respected by his peers and clients alike."

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Joseph Rotella

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked beside Mr. Weinstien on many matters where we represented co-defendants. He is extremely competent and knowledgeable in the criminal defense field. It is always a pleasure to work beside him."

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Ellen Steinberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is knowledgeable and competent. He handles clients with respect. He is attentive and responsive."

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Howard Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Howard for years as both an adversary and a fellow defense lawyer. He is knowledgeable and dedicated in the defense of his clients, who are well served by his representation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

BV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1986

Award for Trial Advocacy, American Jurisprudence

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Part Time - Assistant Public Defender, Livingston Municipal Court

1993 - Present

Part Time - Pool Attorney for Essex and Union Counties, Office of the Public Defender

2009 - 2009

Defense Attorney, Fugitive Safe Surrender Program

1993 - 1998

Part Time - Public Defender, Millburn Municipal Court

1990 - 1992

Associate, Hahn & Hessen

1987 - 1990

Associate, CAHILL GORDON & REINDEL LLP

Associations

2008 - Present

Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad

Volunteer EMT

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Nakiyah Patterson

Acquittal on all 19 Counts of Indictment

State v. Charlie Spragley

Jury Verdict of NOT GUILTY

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Education

1987

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

1986

Rutgers Camden Law Journal Associate Editor

Languages

English

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