John Joseph Bruno

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John Joseph Bruno

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 45 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Rutherford, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

301state Rt 17 Ste 211, Bruno & Ferraro, Rutherford, NJ

About John

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Awards

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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 45 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 45 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bruno & Ferraro

301state Rt 17 Ste 211, Bruno & Ferraro, Rutherford, NJ, 07070-2575

www.brunoferraro.com

John Joseph Bruno's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by RJ | November 07, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Go here for positive results!!!!!!! Excellent!!!

Mr. John Bruno, Jr. represented me for multiple serious charges I was facing this year. His demeanor is extremely professional and courteous and at the the same time Mr. Bruno definitely is well versed in law. He fought aggressively for me and made me feel safe while he stood by my side in the courtr...oom. He was always prepared and I owe this man my life. I cannot express my gratitude towards him and his son John who helped prepare and research everything for my case. I spoke to multiple attorneys who told me I could be facing the loss of my driver’s license and possible jail time. This did not even include the outrageous surcharges and fines. He is an honest stand up guy and worth every penny you spend for him to defend you. I am forever grateful to him. I heard that he has since moved to a new location which is 301 Route 17 North Suite 211. His phone number is the same (201) 460-9494. I recommend him 100%.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Stay Away

Just the worst. He does not know what is going on around him. He does not know the law, He does not know how to do simple things, and he is a liar.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI lawyer bust

John made me feel real comfortable during first meeting in his office. He was the most expensive DUI lawyer compared to everyone else but he assured me everything would be fine when I told him my story. Even showed off his murder case victory's. Trail lasted a lengthy amount. John Bruno didn't even s...how up to the hearings half the time and when he did he was always late. I was literally the last person in court some days. Anyway the outcome was terrible I got full penalty and fines on everything and John happily accepted all the money for his super expensive lawyer fees. Forget trying to reach this guy once you hire him he's mia.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Untrustworthy

Paid Mr. Bruno to represent my husband and instead he sent an associate to represent my husband who it seemed was not in his favor. He signed papers that later he regretted. When it came time to appeal, Mr Bruno showed up in court, but was not prepared and did not even study his notes and allowed t...he assistant prosecutor to bully him. We gained nothing and lost everything. If you use him, make sure he represents you and not someone else.

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John Joseph Bruno's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Benevento

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bruno and his firm are a great asset to the legal community."

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Steven Sciancalepore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Powers,

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked several criminal cases along side Mr. Bruno and have found him to be knowledgeable and professional. His experience in and outside the courtroom cannot be overstated. He is the go to guy if you need someone to have your back. Mr. Bruno is a lawyer's lawyer."

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Jonathan Bruno

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Donohue

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John is a consummate professional. He is exceptionally knowledgeable in the areas of criminal defense and municipal practice and is a wizard in DWI's. He is passionate in defense of all of his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Severiano Lisboa

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel LaTerra

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bruno is the go-to guy for any criminal matter."

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Gerald Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great, compassionate defense attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

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2023

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2022

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2021

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Associations

1980 - Present

Peninsula Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

Member

Education

1979

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Fairleigh Dickinson University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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