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Jacob Hudnut
also known as Jacob V. Hudnut, Jake Hudnut
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Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Hudnut Law, LLC
Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ, 07306
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Posted by Andres | July 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
when no one else saw hope, he came and saved my life.
Mr. Hudnut picked up my case and took a look at it when no one else would. He saw what others lawyers couldn't see. They were trying to convict me to 12 years of state prison, and they were sure I was guilty. Mr. Hudnut came cleared every ones eyes. We went to trial and beat all the 1st degree charge...
Posted by Kelly | December 11, 2013
Knowledge is key
He seemed very knowledgeable about the laws and guildlines based on the information given.He was committed to answering questions that seemed perplexed and built a positive lawyer client relationship.
Posted by Ken | December 10, 2013 | Criminal Defense
I highly recommend Jacob Hudnut as an attorney
After receiving a phone call from a family member who had been arrested on a warrant for probation violation, I placed a call to Jacob Hudnut and within five minutes he returned my call . Jacob immediately asked if the incarcerated person had a job and stated the URGENCY to get on the court docket ...
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2013
Solid legal advice and representation
Mr. Hudnut provided me with solid legal advice and representation which assisted me with resolving my situation. We discussed possible alternatives, the course of action and progress-- all of this was helpful to me and I feel the matter was handled well. I would recommend Mr. Hudnut without reserva...
Posted by L.R. | March 28, 2012
Excellent Attorney
Mr. Hudnut analyzed my legal situation. Clearly explained the pertinent issues. Devised a legal course of action, and executed it. I was extremely pleased and recommend his services.
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Experience
Honors
2003
Student Body President (two-terms), Montclair State University
2001
Eagle Scout Award, National Eagle Scouts Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Hudnut Law, LLC
2017 - 2018
Criminal Defense Attorney, Spar & Bernstein, PC
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk to Presiding Judge Peter J. Vazquez, Superior Court of New Jersey – Essex Vicinage
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Blume Goldfaden
Associations
2011 - Present
Hudson County Bar AssociationTrustee
2010 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association
2016 - 2018
New York County Lawyers' Association
2013 - 2018
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2013 - 2018
New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. P.S.
Inpatient drug counseling.
State v. L.C.
Reduced to misdemeanor.
State v. A.T.
Reduced to simple possession.
State v. J.C.
Reduced to conspiracy. Two-year probation. No restitution.
State v. Q.A.
Reduced to conspiracy for aggravated assault. Probation.
State v. P.C.
Downgraded and dismissed.
State v. A.C.
Dismissed.
State v. N.W.
Not guilty trial verdict.
State v. R.B.
Not guilty trial verdict.
State v. P.C.
Downgraded and dismissed.
State v. A.W.
Dismissed at trial.
State v. A.G.
Dismissed.
State v. R.F.
Downgraded/probation.
State v. K.M.
Downgraded/probation.
State v. J.B.
Charges dismissed.
State v. B.C.
Downgraded to misdemeanor.
State v. A.F.A.
Dismissed.
State v B.A.
Fines Only/Conditional Dismissal
State v. C.C.
Dismissed.
State v. A.J.
misdemeanor/fines only
State v. L.W.
Special probation
State v. F.L.
misdemeanor/fines only/conditional dismissal
State v. K.W.
Dismissed.
State v. V.D.
Not guilty trial verdict
State v. C.G.
Not guilty trial verdict
State v. D.B.
Downgraded to regulatory offense/fines only.
State v. L.C.
Not guilty trial verdict
State of New Jersey v. E.R.
Pre-Trial Intervention/Charges Dismissed
State of New Jersey v. R.A.
Third degree charge (3- to 5-year exposure) downgraded to Disorderly Person Offense of wandering (fines only).
K.H. v. L.G.
Settled for 60% of Plaintiff/Landlord's Demand.
State of New Jersey v. J.G.
Defense Attorney Hudnut successfully argued at sentencing for less than the contemplated plea: 180 days condition of probation/time served.
State of New Jersey v. A.R.
All charges dismissed.
State of New Jersey v. M.S.
All charges dismissed.
State of New Jersey v. V.G.
Defense Attorney Hudnut successfully argued at sentencing for less than the contemplated plea: non-custodial probation.
State of New Jersey v. J.S.
Charge dismissed.
State of New Jersey v. L.T.
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
State of New Jersey v. R.M.
Charges Dismissed.
State of New Jersey v. J.F.
NOT GUILTY VERDICT
State of New Jersey v. D.T.
Charges dismissed.
New Century Financial Services v. JRH
Settled for 49% of Plaintiff's Demand
State of New Jersey v. C.D.
Defense Attorney Hudnut successfully argued for less than the contemplated plea: time served/straight probation.
State of New Jersey v. Y.S.
CDS Charges Dismissed/Aggravated Assault downgraded to petty disorderly person offense.
State of New Jersey v. M.C.
Charges Dismissed.
State of New Jersey v. J.G.L.
Downgraded/$0 fine.
State of New Jersey v. L.K.
Charges amended/Probation only.
P.B. and Y.V. v. A.A.
"No Cause" verdict. Complaint dismissed.
State v. WP
Charges dismissed.
State v. Y.M.
Dismissed.
State v. K.B.
Amended to misdemeanor, fines only.
State v. C.R.
Amended to simple possession; probationary sentence only.
State v. P.H.
Case dismissed.
State v. T.R.
Downgraded. 18-month probation.
State v. B.M.
Reduced to misdemeanor. Fines only.
Education
2010
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Montclair State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
New Jersey Office of the Public Defender Statewide Training (CLE)
Guns and the Law
Publications
2018
The Jersey Journal
Opinion: Hudson County jail a death sentence for too many
2012
New Jersey Lawyer Magazine
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