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also known as David J. Bruno Esq.
David J. Bruno is a Founding Partner at The Bianchi Law Group, a former Major Crimes Assistant Prosecutor, and a national TV legal analyst. He is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, a distinction held by roughly 250 of the state's more than 98,000 lawyers. He was first certified in 2013 and recertified in 2018 and 2023.
David defends clients in criminal, DWI, municipal court and domestic violence restraining order matters in all 21 New Jersey counties and in the District of New Jersey. From 2007 to 2013 he served as an Assistant Prosecutor in the Morris County Prosecutor's Office, trying homicides, police shootings, robberies, kidnappings, white collar fraud and racketeering, vehicular homicide and arson cases, and investigating law enforcement officers and elected officials in the Professional Standards Unit. Knowing exactly how the State builds a prosecution is how he finds its weaknesses.
Since 2014, David has made thousands of appearances as an expert commentator on Court TV, Fox News, Fox Business Network, HLN and Investigation Discovery, and he appears weekly on Court TV. He co-hosts the "Nothing But The Truth" podcast, writes the LinkedIn newsletter Law Life, has given a TEDx talk, and lectures for the New Jersey State Bar Association and at CLE programs across the state.
David chairs the NJSBA Membership Committee, serves on its Criminal Law Section and Lawyer Well-Being Committee, is a Trustee of the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey, and has served on the board of the New Jersey Prevention Network since 2016. Family law firms across New Jersey consult with him when criminal issues arise in their cases, and he regularly works alongside mental health professionals to support the whole client.
David has been named a Super Lawyer in criminal law every year since 2014. He earned his J.D., cum laude, from New York Law School and his B.S. in Business Finance from Seton Hall University.
As Certified Criminal Trial Attorneys, David and his partner Robert Bianchi regularly receive criminal defense referrals from other lawyers. Pursuant to R. 1:39-6(d), they are able to provide referral fees to licensed attorneys who refer a criminal case to The Bianchi Law Group.
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Posted by Joseph | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
DUI Case
If you are looking for an attorney that always has your best interests in mind, then look no further - you've found him. David is a dedicated legal professional that strives for excellence and has helped me with my case every step of the way. His communication is superb, and all of my concerns ha...
Posted by Elizabeth | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Defendant
David Bruno was an outstanding attorney. He understood everything about my case. I was totally relieved when David was able to represent me in a professional, courteous, and supportive manner. I never would have been able to be positive in an extremely stressful situation if it weren't for David. ...
Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Not Just TV
Not Just TV Having spent most of my adult life volunteering and serving my community. I never could have imagined that I would ever need a criminal defense attorney. In my case, I was the victim, but somehow, I ended up being a defendant. The truth can easily be distorted when rookie police office...
Posted by Dianne | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
David Bruno is the best!
David Bruno did an excellent job handling my husband’s case. He was a consummate professional. He was always available to answer questions and put our minds at ease. I couldn’t imagine having to go through the court process without David’s help. We always felt as if he had my husband’s best interests...
Posted by Daniel | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney
The BEST. Hands down.
I ran into some very serious legal issues and very serious charges that went hand in hand with 5-10 years in prison. I had spoken with Mr Bianchi and determined that I couldn't afford their services. And still, Mr Bianchi took all of my calls and questions and helped me in every way he could absolute...
"I endorse this lawyer. Dave was one of my assistant prosecutors, when I was the Morris County Prosecutor. He is an excellent trial attorney. He is very seasoned, is bright, good on the law, and great on his "feet." When I decided to try a homicide case when I was Prosecutor, I had the pick of any attorney in the office to "second seat" me. I chose Dave, as I really needed a very skilled attorney to help me on the case. He handles witnesses well, is always prepared, and is great with his delivery to a jury. This too may explain my confidence in him, as I thereafter asked Dave to be my partner when I rejoined the joy of private practice."
"I have known David Bruno ia professional and personal capacity for a number of years. I first met him as a prosecutor in the Morris Co. prosecutor's office where we had a number of cases together as adversaries in the criminal justice system. I have always found David to be a professional, and incredibly well prepared adversary. His knowledge of the law, and abilty to advocate is exceptional. I am certain he brings those same qualities to representing defendants who need representation in the most dire of circumstances.....I would recommmend him highly and without reservation."
"David is an excellent attorney. We have been opposing counsel on a number of cases. David is knowledgeable, aggressive and very professional. I give him my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Bruno as a dedicated and competent trial lawyer. I have worked on cases with Mr. Bruno and am consistently impressed with his ability to think outside the box and advocate for his clients."
"David and I worked together as prosecutors at the Morris County Prosecutor's Office under his now-partner, Bob Bianchi. In fact, we tried an attempted homicide case together and routinely worked together on the investigation-side of major crimes. I highly recommend Dave for his expertise as a criminal defense attorney."
"Dave is a former county prosecutor in Morris with the major crimes unit. My firm routinely contacts him regarding any homicide cases we handle as his expertise in these areas is top notch. He is a great lawyer."
"I have had the opportunity to handle cases against David when he was an assistant prosecutor. He is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney. I endorse this attorney for both his work and professionalism."
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2015
Clients Choice- Criminal Defense, Avvo
2015
Superb Attorney- Top Attorney Criminal Defense, Avvo
2014
Super Lawyers - Criminal Law (selected annually since 2014), Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Certified Criminal Trial Attorney (recertified 2018 and 2023), New Jersey Supreme Court
2010
Litigation Award, ASIS- Western NJ 088 Chapter
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Recognized Attorney - Criminal Defense, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013 - Present
Partner, The Bianchi Law Group, LLC
2007 - 2013
Assistant Prosecutor, Morris County Prosecutor's Office
2006 - 2007
Associate, Law Office of Edward Bilinkas
2016 - Present
New Jersey Prevention NetworkBoard Member
2015 - Present
National College for DUI Defense, Inc.Member
2013 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationChair, Membership Committee
2013 - Present
Morris County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerseyMember & Trustee
2013 - Present
Morris County Chamber of CommerceMember
2006 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
Member
Member
2016 - 2017
Morris County Bar Association, Criminal Practice CommitteeSecretary
As a prosecutor, David prosecuted Jose Feliciano for murder and the defendant was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life without parole.
2006
JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude
2003
BS - Business Finance
2025
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Ethical Considerations for the Criminal Defense Attorney
2012
Internal Affairs Investigations
2012
Death Investigations
2025
English
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Domestic Violence - first appearance
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