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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Fees and Rates

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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 - 10 of 10 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Maria | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Miracle Worker

Mr. Bruno did an unbelievable job for my son. It was not an easy case but he was positive and confident to the family. He made us feel as if we were a part of his family and he would fight for us as if we were. I highly recommend anyone in need of assistance to utilize his firm and more specifically... Mr. John Bruno

Posted by Donna | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Legal Service

From start to finish Mr. Bruno and his firm handled our case with professionalism and expertise. He answered every question and supported the entire family through an extraordinarily scary process. The end result was more than we could have hoped for. I would highly recommend Mr. Bruno and his firm t...o anyone finding themselves in need of a criminal attorney. I truly believe we wouldn't have received such a successful conclusion without the professional representation this firm, and specifically Mr. Bruno provided.

Posted by Gina | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

John Bruno was my families hero

I can honestly say because of John Bruno we had the best outcome possible. Mr. Bruno truly put his heart and soul into fighting for my family member. He was compassionate and beyond helpful every step of the way. We couldn't thank John Bruno enough for what he did for our family.

Posted by Michael | November 10, 2014

you want John Bruno on your side.

Ive been around a number of attorneys during the course of my life, and i can say with 100% certainty that John Bruno is the most impressive attorney i have ever witnessed. His knowledge of the law is beyond impressive. He has a tireless work ethic. But what impressed me the most was how he treated m...e like family. In simple terms you want John Bruno on your side.

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.

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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

2025

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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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