Charles Dawkins Jr.

Charles Dawkins Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 26 years

Immigration Lawyer at Elizabeth, NJ
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Appeals ... +2 more

1139 East Jersey St. Ste. 317, Elizabeth, NJ

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Immigration 40%

The Attorney has extensive experience in Immigration Law. The Attorney has been successful in representing clients at Asylum Hearings, CAT Hearings, Cancellation of Removal Hearings, Reopening cases, and Board of Immigration Appeals

23 years

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

The Attorney has experience representing clients in Federal Court, State Court, Family Court, and Municipal Court. He represents clients in all criminal courts for all or any charge.

26 years

30%
Appeals 10%

The Attorney has successfully argued before NJ Supreme Court and successfully appealed to the Board of Immigration Appeals. Moreover, the attorney has experience appealing to the Third Circuit Federal Court and United States Supreme Court.

23 years

10%
Federal Crime 10%

The Attorney has trial experience and Motion practice experience in Federal District Court.

18 years

10%
Personal Injury 10%

The attorney accepts personal injury cases. Attorney has experience in Federal Serious Personal Injury.

13 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Charles Dawkins Jr

1139 East Jersey St. Ste. 317, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201

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Charles Dawkins Jr.'s Reviews

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16 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney

Attorney Dawkins Jr. , is a excellent lawyer. He worked diligently to assure that my legal needs were met and he kept me apprised throughout the process. He also got the results that we discussed. Thank you Attorney Dawkins Jr.

Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Thumbs up!

We are so glad to have hired Atty Dawkins. We took his services for the I485/I130/I765 for me and my son. He is patient, understanding, and very kind. He knows his craft very well. He is straight to the point if he will take your case or not. He guided us along the way even if our case took longer... because we have to raise the money to pay for all fees and medicals plus all kinds of delays due to Covid. So, we got our green cards in 1st week of December 2021 (an advance Christmas gift to us!) And overall, we are grateful we hired him.

Posted by Natasha | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Highly Recommended Criminal and Immigration Attorney!

First I would like to explain the status of the new enforcement of ICE and Homeland Security regarding immigration has gotten out of control. My husband went on a vacation with me and my daughter to Cancun, whereupon our return he was questioned and detained at Newark International Airport for two cl...eared misdemeanor charges 11 to 12 years ago. He never had an issue traveling before, nor did he have any issues renewing his green card. In desperation, I retained another attorney who was in no way professional, but just after money and had no true intentions to help his cause and took my money and did not help my husband. As luck would have it, this attorney couldn't appear for his hearing two days prior in which I was notified and left me without any hope. I reached out to Mr. Dawkins who not only appeared for the hearing with two days advance notice but also prepared us for the process and outcome. He was thorough and concise about what to expect and was hopeful to the end of the case. Unfortunately, the case ended up a little more complex than we thought it would be. Sadly, his final Individual Court date was suddenly changed for an earlier date in which Homeland Security was moving to deport my husband. Mr. Dawkins fought and clarified all charges which resulted in my husband's Cancellation of Deportation relief and reinstatement of his green card. We are also going to use Mr. Dawkins to proceed with his citizenship. We cannot thank him enough for all that he did for this case and restoring my family back the day before Thanksgiving! He was a true blessing to our prayers, life, and case. On behalf of my husband and my entire family we just want to say another heartfelt thank you again, as words cannot describe our happiness!

Posted by Oluwafunmilayo | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Second Chance & Best Immigration Defender

Mr. Dawkins is a lawyer of truth and detail. I hired Mr. Dawkins for my husband immigration case and he represented my husband to the fullest. He is honest, truthful, detailed and direct. Mr. Dawkins gave me hope that my husband would be able to stay in the united states and the removal of deportatio...n could be cancelled. He gave me hope when all the other attorney's I call gave me no feeling of confidence. I knew that it was a strong chance of my husband being deported. But Mr. Dawkins gave me the facts and details of my husbands case and what would and could possibly happen. In the end Mr. Dawkins represented my husband and presented his case and won the case with all charges dropped and dismissed. my husband is a free man and has applied for his citizenship. Mr. Dawkins was well worth the hire.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer -- Helped get my case dismissed.

I came to Mr. Dawkins with a criminal case that was going to gravely affect my immigration status if I got convicted. The evidence was stacked against me. When all seemed lost, he requested evidence from the case and gave me advice on how to best approach my immigration status. On the court date he ...consulted with the prosecutor and to my astonishment, he helped get my case dismissed and ultimately helped secure my stay in the country. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. If you need an honest, experienced lawyer that specializes in both criminal and immigration cases, then don't hesitate to give him a call. To Mr. Dawkins, thank you for your help and advice.

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Charles Dawkins Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Charles Dawkins has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Walter Hnot,

Appeals lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Matthew Vance

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I met Charles Dawkins in 2002. It was in a Newark courtroom, as an adversary. I fought hard. But in his gentlemanly way, Attorney Dawkins recited law with perfection, made sustainable objections, and bored in on witnesses. He beat me. As much as I hate losing, I must acknowledge Attorney Dawkins' mixture of high intelligence, good judgment, and confident courtroom presence. On that day, he walked across courtroom, extended a handshake, and wished my client best of luck. I was so impressed that I've referred people to him for criminal defense and immigration matters. Indeed, for my own personal legal questions, I've sought out Attorney Dawkins. To sit in his office is to behold a busy professional. Despite that brisk docket, he always gives me his complete attention, looks me square in the eye, and tells me the truth. It is that one feature which so distinguishes Attorney Charles Dawkins. He has the smarts to see the truth, and integrity to speak it. I trust him. I endorse him."

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Matthew Medaglia

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dawkins is a high quality and experienced Trial Attorney."

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Kevin Neiman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Dawkins Jr. displays genuine concern in every question he answers on Avvo. Attorney Dawkins Jr.'s answers reflect a solid understanding of the law and a quick grasp of the applicable law in every situation. He also gives practical solutions. I endorse this lawyer for criminal defense matters."

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James Ponton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles has a well deserved reputation in the legal community and is a strong advocate for his clients."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Tanya Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Top Attorney, Who's Who Directories

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Charles Dawkins Jr.

2011 - 2017

Panel Attorney, Third Circuit Court Of Appeals

2005 - 2006

Pool Attorney, Essex County Public Defender's Office

2003 - 2005

Pool Attorney, Union County NJ Public Defenders Office

1993 - 1994

Clerk, Fort Myers Construction Company

1992 - 1992

Legal Intern, Securities & Exchange Commission

Associations

2018 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Top 100 Trial Lawyers

2017 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - 2017

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

S.T. v. 1515 Broad Street, LLC (081916) New Jersey Supreme Court

The Court ruled on behalf of Plaintiff who was represented by instant counsel and remanded the case to the lower court.

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Education

1995

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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