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Howard P Lesnik
also known as My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
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Biography
Certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Criminal Trial Attorney.
Featured on CBS News NY
Board certified criminal trial attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court
Handling driving while intoxicated cases in both Municipal and Superior Courts in New Jersey
Representing injury victims throughout New Jersey
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
Personal Injury
40%
DUI and DWI
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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4
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
(908) 264-7710
Fax
(908) 293-7775
Mobile
928 Mountain Ave, 2nd Floor, Mountainside, NJ, 07092
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Online Presence
Other places you can find Howard online.
Howard P Lesnik's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (22)
Criminal Defense (12)
Personal Injury (9)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (6)
Car Accidents (4)
Litigation (3)
DUI & DWI (2)
Expungement (2)
Family (2)
Slip and Fall Accident (2)
Animal & Dog Bites (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Gaming (1)
Workers Compensation (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Shanayah Davis | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Phenomenal attorney! Heaven sent
Mr. Lesnik is a phenomenal attorney, and all around human being. Five stars in so many different areas! Very compassionate, humble, kind, helpful, and efficient. He will answer your questions without making you feel inferior and will offer you words of comfort, encouragement, and optimism. I highly r...
Posted by Dylen | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Dylen Perez
I met Howard when I was having legal issues. He’s very professional and genuinely cares about his clients. He made sure to solve every legal issue that was going on in my life. I was put in such a deep hole that If it wasn’t for Howard I wouldn’t be home with my son right now. He made sure from the v...
Posted by chelsea | November 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney
great experience
Howard was very professional but very compassionate. He worked hard to get everything done quickly but Proficiently, he answered every call and question I had and got back to me as quick as possible at all times. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone that needed help with an issue like mine.
Posted by CC | September 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Amazing
Howard was amazing during the entire process of fighting for me and told me not to worry. Once he told me that I knew I made. The right choice of hiring him as my lawyer. He kept me informed every step of the way and explained the entire process to me in full detail how I could understand. He calls, ...
Posted by Sameh | June 10, 2020 | Personal Injury
Excellent Lawyer. Highly recommended him
Mr. Howard is very dedicated to his clients and fights for what is right. He is very friendly, polite, trustworthy and professional. His advice really helped me a lot. He knows exactly what he is doing and how to treat a client with respect and compassion and most important he answers the phone with ...
Howard P Lesnik's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I recently worked closely with Howard on a highly contested matter . I can say, without reservation, that he is an exceptional trial lawyer. He was laser focused on the details of the case and worked diligently to prepare. His court room presence was quite impressive and we were able to achieve the result our client was seeking. I recommend him to any seeking an experienced effective litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is a terrific attorney. I have known him for years. He is a passionate and diligent advocate for his clients. Howard’s clients are in good hands."
"I've had the opportunity to work with and against Howard on several matters in recent years and I find him to be an excellent advocate with great insight and care for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is an excellent advocate on behalf of his clients and a skilled attorney."
"I have known Howard for over 15 years and have worked side by side with him on many complex criminal matters. He is always well prepared and has excellent courtroom skills. I would highly recommend him."
"I have known Howard for many years. We have served on a legal panel and also worked together on a couple of matters spanning the gauntlet of law. He is straightforward, beyond knowledgeable, and practical."
"I endorse this lawyer. What higher praise can I pay another attorney? I refer cases to Howard because I know he is diligent, resourceful, knowledgeable and responsive to his clients needs. I recommend Howard 100%."
"Howard is talented, ethical and result driven. He truly cares for his clients and helps them through their most difficult and stressful times. Howard uses his years of experience, skill and determination to achieve the best possible outcome for each client."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
New Jersey Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Silver Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Certified Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court
N/A
American Institute Criminal Lawyers, 10 Best
N/A
National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2018 - 2024
Attorney, Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
2001 - 2024
Attorney, Howard P. Lesnik, Esq.
2000 - 2001
Law Clerk to the Hon. Paul J. Vichness, J.S.C., New Jersey Judiciary
Associations
2024 - Present
Association of Criminal Defense LawyersTrustee
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
New Jersey Supreme Court Ethics CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
New Jersey Bar Association
Member
Essex County Bar Association
Member
Union County Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice, New Lawyers Division
Member
2014 - 2017
New Jersey Supreme Court Ethics CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Forris vs. Haines Trucking
Case Settled for $312,500
Powers v. Ditchfield, BER-L-2805-13
$350,000.00 settlement for client before trial scheduled.
Education
2000
Seton Hall University School of Law
J.D.
1996
University of Michigan
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2019
CBS Morning News
Road Rage
Publications
2018
MyNJInjuryLawyer
NJ Road Rage Injuries
2018
YouTube
Your Personal Injury Case
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Been arrested for driving with a Suspended licence twice and have 3 pending all 3 have warrants and need a lawyer to avoid jail
03 Jan 2021
Q&A
Can I be given a DUI for drinking beer inside my car parked but not driving?
04 Dec 2020
Q&A
Legal weed in NJ, can I still get drug tested for marijuana while I'm in PTI?
11 Nov 2020