Joseph D Rotella

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Joseph D Rotella

also known as Joe

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, DUI & DWI

24 Commerce St., Suite 1726, Newark, NJ

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About Joseph

Biography

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Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

38 years

60%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

38 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 38 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph D. Rotella

24 Commerce St., Suite 1726, Newark, NJ, 07102-3869

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Joseph D Rotella's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

5 star (57)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Michael | June 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the best.

Joseph Rotella is undoubtedly one of the very best. He and his team are extremely thorough, knowledgeable, and attentive. His experience shows every step of the way, and I would strongly recommend that if you are in need of a Defense Attorney, Joe should be your first and only call.

Posted by kenny. O | February 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

greatest lawyer

Attorney Rotella is one of the best lawyers around.He is a game changer. i had a very complicated case with the feds and he was able to help me through it with a favorable outcome. communication is 100%, customer service is 100% the secretary, ms Dianne is so wonderful, excellent ability to ...present your case. if you have court case and need rest of mind, i would recommend Attorney Joseph ROTELLA.

Posted by anonymous | November 2, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Mr. Rotella was very helpful. He was communicative, quick to respond and helped me tremendously with his représentation In my case that ended with a good outcome.

Posted by Jamal | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Mr. Rotella

Mr. Rotella ESQ is a very outstanding attorney he gets the job done I was in a situation where Mr. Rotella got the job done in a timely manner. The entire staff is very professional and is attentive to your needs. I would recommend his business to anyone who is in need of an attorney. Sincerely Jama...l W.

Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing lawyer!

Mr. Rotella was great! He helped get the best possible outcome for our case. He was patient and attentive, and communication was great. I would recommend in a heart beat!!

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Joseph D Rotella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Howard Lesnik

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe and I have worked together on numerous criminal and municipal matters. He is one of the most prepared and trustworthy attorneys I have known throughout my practice of law. He is well liked and respected by all colleagues."

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Steven Wukovits

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Attorney Joseph (Joe) Rotella when I was an Assistant Essex County (N.J.) Prosecutor in the nineties. Joe and I would eventually try an aggravated sexual assault case against each other. It was a hotly contested battle, which involved an interlocutory appeal to the New Jersey Appellate Division in the middle of trial. Due to his tenacious cross-examination of the State's witnesses, Joe's client was eventually acquitted of all major charges. Since I've entered private practice, Mr. Rotella and I have had a good number of celebrated cases together. I have witnessed Joe's skills first hand and can attest that he is a terrific criminal defense attorney."

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Dominick Succardi

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Friedman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rotella knows law and procedure thoroughly, has very high ethical and professional standards, and is well regarded in the community. He is one of the very few criminal attorneys I refer people to when, for some reason, I cannot take the case."

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Brad Micklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph D Rotella is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Robert Bianchi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a very experienced and passionate attorney. I have known Joe for years and have always been impressed. As a former County Prosecutor, my office handled cases with Joe and he was always respected for his skills by the assistant prosecutors. This is a great choice for an attorney."

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Mitchell Ignatoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Severiano Lisboa

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Reinitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Rotella is highly respected in every court he enters by staff, attorneys and judges. He has a great grasp of the law and has a passion for delivering the results his clients need."

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Allison Schumer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"JOE is a FABULOUS Attorney. He is a friend and colleague. I have had the opportunity many times to see him in action in the Criminal Courts. He has gravitas. He is knowledgable and well respected by his peers, the Judges, and the Prosecutors. Joe is a Certified Criminal Attorney who I would highly recommend. He also practices throughout the State of New Jersey."

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Prosper Bellizia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work because he is a highly talented and respected member of the New Jersey."

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Howard Weinstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Joe is completely dedicated, knowledgeable and well respected in professional circles. There is no one else I can think of who could be considered more qualified to handle a criminal referral."

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Howard Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Rotella is an outstanding member of the criminal defense bar who exemplifies the meaning of 'criminal defense lawyer'. His tireless efforts at obtaining every benefit for a client has won the respect of his peers, his clients, and his adversaries. I am pleased to call him my friend, and to have his respect."

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Howard Lesnik

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Steven Wukovits

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James Friedman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Bianchi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Dunkle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Allison Schumer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Prosper Bellizia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Howard Weinstein

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court

2015

Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2012

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2010

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2009

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2008

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2007

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

2006

N.J. Super Lawyers, Magazine for Law & Politics

Associations

2007 - Present

Litigation Counsel of America

Fellow / State Co-Chair

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

2014 - 2015

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

President

2007 - 2013

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey, Education and Seminars Committee

Chair

1988 - 2002

American Inns of Court chapter

President

Education

1986

Whittier Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Super Saturday

Criminal Defense

2009

Criminal Trial Preperation

Criminal Defense

2009

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of NJ

Criminal Defense

Languages

English

Activity

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