Jacob Hudnut

Jacob Hudnut

also known as Jacob V. Hudnut, Jake Hudnut

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Litigation Lawyer at Jersey City, NJ
Practice Areas: Litigation

Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ

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Reason: Government Attorney

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 12 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2013

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hudnut Law, LLC

Jersey City, Jersey City, NJ, 07306

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Jacob Hudnut's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Posted by Korey | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing lawyer!

My attorney fought for my freedom as if it was his own. He constantly stayed in contact with me, kept me informed about my case and what he was discussing with the prosecutor. I was facing 7 years in prison while being represented by previous council. When I hired Jacob he immediately told me that he... would get that reduced. Our first court appearance he spoke with the prosecutor and pointed out every flaw in there case, said if they can’t work something out he’d be filing motions to have everything dismissed. My next court date I was offered probation with no jail time at all. Jacob is very professional and focused.

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Experience With This Smart, Savvy, Soulful Attorney

I never in my life thought that I would need a criminal defense attorney. With an unfortunate chain of events, I was suddenly looking at some serious charges. I consulted Mr. Hudnut, and knew immediately that he was the attorney to represent me. He saw right through the 'red tape' of why I rec...eived the charges and built an incredible strategy and defense that ultimately had charges filed against the woman who initially attacked me, and all the charges against me were dropped. I found Mr. Hudnut to be very smart, confident, and helpful - explaining everything to me with great clarity and simplicity each step along the way. I highly recommend Mr. Hudnut. If you need a lawyer in Hudson County, you should look no further.

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Attorney

I would absolutely recommend Mr. Hudnut. He represented my son in a legal criminal case. Mr. Hudnut was very professional and made sure that he researched all the necessary information in a very professional matter, before the case went to trial. Mr. Hudnut was always ready to answer all question an...d concerns before my son appeared in court. He is an example of a great attorney and a caring attorney. I would recommend him as a he is excellent and I would hire him for his services again. Thank you from an appreciative mother

Posted by Paul | February 08, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer

Jacob is an extremely professional and articulate lawyer who's extremely knowledgeable in criminal law defense. He was always responsive when I sent him inquiries and met with me several times when preparing for court. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer after retaining some extremely incompete...nt ones over the past 2 years. I would recommend him to any who's looking for a quality, honest, and hardworking Lawyer.

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Jacob Hudnut's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Moreno

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jacob, is an extremely bright, diligent and efficient attorney. Jacob really cares not just about the case but more importantly about how the prospective outcomes will affect his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Svetlana Prizant

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jacob is a professional and an excellent attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to a client."

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Somair Alam

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jacob is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. He is highly regarded in his field."

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Maximillian Novel

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tanya Freeman

Litigation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jamie Clouser

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Suzanne Axel

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Micklin

Unknown lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jacob Hudnut 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 Pastacaldi

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Mcginty

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Hudnut is well-known in the local legal community as a top criminal defense attorney. He has expert knowledge of criminal laws and rules of evidence, and most importantly, has relationships and the respect of prosecutors and judges. I highly recommend."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Richard Reinartz

Litigation lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maurice Giro

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Santo Artusa

Litigation lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jacob is a very good lawyer who cares about his clients and their positions. I endorse him 100%"

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Howard Roitman

Litigation lawyer | Oct 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shokry Abdelsayed

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelvin Gil

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very professional, friendly, and always prepared."

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Brian Freeman

Car accident lawyer | Mar 29

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Association

Trustee

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.

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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

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