Jubilo Lopes Afonso
About Jubilo
Biography
I am an attorney who has built my reputation on helping members of my community. With an office located on Elizabeth Avenue in the heart of Elizabeth, New Jersey I service the needs of those around me. I was born and raised in Elizabeth, New Jersey and it is where I have chosen to raise my family and build my life.
My office deals with primarily personal Injury matters ranging from car accidents to slip and falls. We also specialize in Workers Compensation matters and a wide variety of tort actions.
Being a general practice we cater to the daily needs of all of our clients in matters including Real Estate, Divorce, Power of Attorneys, Wills, A full range of Municial Court defense and Criminal Defense.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 16 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Afonso & Afonso
544 Elizabeth Ave, Elizabeth, NJ, 07206
Afonso & Afonso, LLC
88 Congress St, Newark, NJ, 07105
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Jubilo Lopes Afonso's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Christopher A | November 10, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Legal Guidance and Expertise
I recently consulted with Jubilo regarding a potential case, and I couldn’t be more impressed. He is extremely knowledgeable, genuinely takes the time to listen, and gave me a clear, actionable game plan to move forward with confidence. After speaking with several other attorneys, I was referred t...
Posted by Mike M. | March 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Will
Jubilo Afonso and Nuno Afonso were very professional and provided assistance in completing a couple of Will's. This firm is multi lingual which can facilitate in answering questions in (Portuguese and Spanish) if needed. They are knowledgeable and come highly recommended.
Jubilo Lopes Afonso's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Jubilo! He is a professional, diligent and experienced personal injury attorney. I know firsthand he has obtained millions of dollars for car accident victims throughout all of New Jersey. I am not admitted in Jersey and refer all personal injury cases to him and his partner Nuno!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with him for many years. He is dedicated, hard working and cares about his client. I'm happy to say I work with him every day."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ever-Patient and Thorough - I have had the opportunity to have had several matters involving Mr. Afonso and have seen time and again how his diligence, combined with the rare ability to see beyond a momentary legal position in order to strategically accomplish his goal, ultimately resulted in his wining his case."
Car accident lawyer
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
Family lawyer
Insurance lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Top 10 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2025
Top 10 Law Firm - Personal Injury Law Firm, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2025
10 Best Law Firm, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2013
Curso de Formação de Dirigentes Associativos da Diaspora, Portuguese Government
2008
Certificate of Recognition, Portuguese Government
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Afonso & Afonso, LLC.
2016 - 2019
Municipal Prosecutor, Plainfield Municipal Court
2010 - 2015
Public Defender, City of Elizabeth - Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2025 - Present
PALCUSMember
2016 - Present
PISCPresident of the General Assembly
Education
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Personal Injury and Workers Compensation in the Portuguese Community
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
I want to ask for my cars diminished value?
16 Oct 2018
Can i sue somebody who hit my dog with car and leave the scene?
15 Oct 2018
What is going to happen for having no insurance when my leased car was totaled?
15 Oct 2018
Legal Guides
What Should I Do If the Insurance Company Offers Me Money to Sign a Release After an Accident?
06 Nov 2025
Do I Have to Pay Taxes on My Personal Injury Settlement?
06 Nov 2025
Service of Process in New Jersey: What It Is and How It Works
05 Nov 2025