Kevin C Orr

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Kevin C Orr

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Juvenile ... +2 more

33 Washington Street, Suite 1010, Newark, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

35 years

30%
Divorce and Separation 25%

35 years

25%
Juvenile Law 20%

35 years

20%
Litigation 15%

35 years

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2013
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kevin C Orr

33 Washington Street, Suite 1010, Newark, NJ, 07102

orr-law.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Kevin online.

Kevin C Orr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Professionalism at its best

I highly recommend Kevin Orr. He respected my time and always kept me informed during the length of my case. If you are looking for someone who will handle your legal needs efficiently, Kevin Orr is the man for the job.

Posted by Henry | January 23, 2013 | Business

Mr Orr, A Quality Attorney

I am a business client of Kevin Orr. His guidance and representation for me on matters of civil law is highly recommended. His attention to detail and commitment to preparation makes him highly reliable. I found him accessible, interested and qualified. His knowledge and ability to get-it-right is un...matched. His insightfulness to resolve an issue that is beneficial to his client is his top quality. He is organized and ready. I found his unique ability to clarify a process to be his best asset.

Posted by Loretta | January 22, 2013 | Family

I have used Kevin C Orr as an attorney repeatedly since 1999. The last time used his law firm was March 2012.

Trustworthy: I have used him repeatedly for over 13 years. I honestly feel he has never billed me for hours he legitimately could have charged. My discounted retainers seem to have stretched too far for too long. He has never tried to do anything unethical and has always requested supporting docum...entation as proof of what I’m saying. It is not that he mistrusts me but, just wants to ensure honesty before the court. Responsive: For years ranging from 2000 through 2012 I have had hearings where the defending party provided illegible/questionable documentation. The defendant also attempted to deform my character by burying me in false accusations to make it as difficult as possible for me to legally defend myself. Daunting circumstances did not deter Mr Orr from managing to present the court with truth, while also winning substantial monetary compensation for me. Knowledgeable: I have gone through hearings for; spousal abuse, spousal support, child custody, child support, emancipation, visitation, and quadro-division. He has always known the appropriate response even when time restrains were not adequate for proper responses. His experience as a trial attorney has taken him to proceedings involving murder cases. I feel his knowledge expands beyond what I require in my hearings. • He has won;  12 years of spousal support for me which is unheard of these days.  Sole physical and legal custody  Zero (0) visitation by an abusive parent/spouse  Assisted to help me protect my children • This is not an exhaustive listing of what he has accomplished for me • I plan to use him in my next hearings for extraordinary medical and educational expenses Kept me informed: He has always provided documentation after court hearings, and updated me when changes in my case occur. However, there were times when he found out at the last minute that hearings were repeatedly postponed by the defending party. I was not informed in time enough to avoid being at no show hearings. This appeared to be some strategy the defending party created to work hardships on me. However, Mr Orr identified the problem and since then has his staff check and verify true hearing dates to avoid these situations. When his case loads were extremely heavy I had to wait for information. Since he is a trial attorney these circumstances are understandable. He is after all only human.

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2013 | Consumer Protection

Saved me litigation and money!!!

Needed an attorney to assist me getting a refund from a manufacturere that was non-responsive after several months. His letters were professional and forceful without being threatening. I received my refund right away. A great success story. I would recommend him highly. Very professional and ea...sy to work with.

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Kevin C Orr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Freeman

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lloyd Markind

Commercial real estate lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kevin Orr is a formidable opponent whom I would have work with or represent me if I were to require legal representation as co-counsel or for myself in a matter. He is creative as well as very thorough and diligent to a point that exceeds many other attorneys in my experience. He stays relentlessy focused on achieving the result which is needed by his client."

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Bari Weinberger

Child custody lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is the real deal. A true people’s lawyer. He approaches his cases with professionalism, integrity, responsiveness, genuine compassion and legal excellence. He is a class act."

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Adam Kenny

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Approximately seven or eight years ago, Kevin and I were opposing counsel on a rather procedurally-convoluted personal injury action. He did yeoman's work on behalf of his client - who came to him only upon discovering that her original attorney had allowed her Complaint to be dismissed due to his failure to take any action on her behalf. Kevin resuscitated the matter for her and got it restored to the active trial calendar. We spent close to ten days on trial in Essex County and ended up with a fair, just verdict, which his client never would have realized but for his tireless efforts on her behalf. I am pleased to say that while we did not know one another prior to being adversaries in that matter, we have remained friends in the years since. Kevin is an excellent attorney and an even better person - a credit to the practice of law."

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Marques Goetsch

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Lane

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin fights hard but fairly and honestly for his clients. He is a distinguished member of the legal community who is dedicated to getting the best results for his clients."

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Brad Micklin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin Orr 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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Scott Mitzner

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kevin. He is a well-respected member of the legal community and a strong and passionate advocate for his clients"

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Anthony Mack

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Plaza

Litigation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Orr is a highly effective advocate and a consummate legal professional."

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Bari Weinberger

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Daniel Lane

Family lawyer

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Howard Weinstein

Criminal defense lawyer

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Howard Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ricardo Monteiro

Litigation lawyer

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Anthony Mack

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Borneo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Mitzner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Plaza

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

General Practice Trial Attorney Achievement Award, Essex County Bar Association

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Kevin Crawford Orr

1991 - 1992

Staff Attorney, Morris County Prosecutor's Office

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk to Hon. George P. Helfrich, J.S.C., Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County

Associations

2017 - Present

Office Of Attorney Ethics, District VB (Essex County - Suburban Essex) Ethics Committee

Chair

2011 - Present

Office Of Attorney Ethics, District VB (Essex County - Suburban Essex) Ethics Committee

Member

2000 - Present

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

1992 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2017

Office Of Attorney Ethics, District VB (Essex County - Suburban Essex) Ethics Committee

Vice Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Triestman, 416 N.J. Super. 195 (App.Div. 2010)

Reversed

Pipko v. CIA, 312 F. Supp. 2d 669 (D.N.J. 2003)

Dismissed

State v. El Moghrabi, 316 N.J. Super. 139 (App.Div. 1998)

Dismissed

State v. Ishaque, 312 N.J. Super. 207 (Law Div. 1997)

Dismissed

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Education

1990

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Alfred University

B.S. Ceramic Engineering

Speaking Engagements

2011

Law Review CLE

Domestic Violence

Languages

English

German

Activity

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