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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise this lawyer for being highly responsive, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to achieving favorable outcomes. Many clients note that the lawyer explains complex legal processes clearly and provides compassionate, reassuring guidance, with the vast majority expressing high satisfaction with the results of their representation.

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Showing 76 - 80 of 131 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015

I am so FN lucky ...

A little background. My family and I were preparing for a major trip out of the country and the stress was overwhelming. The night before (Friday) I had a couple of drinks at home, a couple at dinner and then got pulled over taking the babysitter home. To make a nightmare story short, I was issued... 8 tickets - DUI, Refusal to Breathylyzer, Reckless Driving, Careless Driving, Speeding, Obstructed View (something on my rearview mirror), No Seatbelt and an unapproved seatbelt avoidance device. HFS! With 12 hours until flight time I needed a lawyer - fast. Fortunately, a close friend (and former municipal court judge) recommended Carl. I called Carl on Saturday morning and he called me back in about 10 minutes. We discussed what happened - probably for an hour - and Carl was very interested in my thoughts. I am a lawyer in a very different practice, and did not want to pretend I knew what I was doing. I don't. But Carl was interested and listened, none the less. I felt like we were a team. I asked about a number of the "probable cause" offenses that likely occurred in a different town, and I offered some weak but plausible defenses to the refusal. Carl took it all down and dismissed nothing. He encouraged me to think more, as he did. The next thing was our meeting. Over 2 hours going over the discovery, the case, our defenses, and realistic outcomes. Tons of follow up emails. A few calls. Another meeting. Even surveying the site of the offenses. After all of that, we were in agreement. No way I was getting the whole thing dropped. Best case, I was looking at pleading to a minimum (3 mos. suspension) DUI. I don't want to give away Carl's tactics for fear it may jeapordize his ability to repeat my hugely successful outcome. But if you are familiar with NJ DUI laws, you know that a plea deal on a DUI or refusal is all but impossible. The standard first time offense is 7 mos. plus interlock devices for another 6, and a guilty plea on both the DUI and refusal. Somehow, Carl pulled it off. Am I happy? You betcha! This could have been a real PITA. Now I feel like its a manageable one. Could he have won it outright? I'll never know, but I did not have the stomach to try. Carl's counsel here was spot on - three months from now my life resumes normalcy. The risk is I would be dealing with this for well over a year. No brainer. Carl, you are the best REAL lawyer I know. Your situational judgment is simply remarkable. You have a gift for finding - making - opportunities, and taking advantage of them for your clients. I can't thank you enough. For anyone else with the misfortune of needing Carl's help, you couldn't be in better hands, and I wish you the very best.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2015

I couldn't have asked for more.

Carl Spector was a professional from the start. I talked to several attorneys before deciding to go with Mr. Spector. His knowledge and enthusiasm set him apart from others concidered. He Kept me informed through the entire process and was flexible with payment. I didn't even meet him till my fin...al day in court yet he treated me with respect and made me feel comfortable. I was truly impressed with the results produced on that final day. I was originally charged with a controlled dangerous substance possesion and ended up with a minicipal ordinance charge.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2015

Better outcome than expected

Carl is knowledgeable and has a good understanding of the legal system. He provided a sound strategy and I could not be more pleased with the result. He is friendly and responds quickly to emails, text messages and phone calls. He has an ability to cut through the crap and focus on what is importa...nt in the case. For me, he was able to negotiate effectively with the prosecutor and after 3 months, starting yesterday, without any further issues with the law, my case will be dismissed. Well done Carl. Thanks

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015

Very reliable, responsive and fierce!!

I was in a very unfortunate legal situation and I was fortunate enough to find and hire Carl as my attorney for DUI. During my first call I felt comfortable that Carl was not only knowledgeable & approachable but also personable. Unlike some other lawyers he was not intimidating at all. My discussion...s with him were very through and he always had time for questions. He answered them in a way I would understand and was never in a rush. My calls and emails were always returned within 2-3 hours. I was in a very unique situation personally in addition to facing the DUI and he was able to help me through it. In court and throughout the process he kept me informed before, during and after every step. You never need to doubt whether he is good at what he does and how he competes with others in this area. I was in a very tough situation and the results from court were not as favorable as we liked but he fought through and never made me feel that I have to compromise. He always made me feel confident and was always on my side. I will definitely hire Carl if I need to in the future.

Posted by Matt | March 03, 2015

Recent Case

I just went through the court process with 2 separate charges. I hired Carl Spector to represent me in this case. He did an excellent job on figuring out what needed to be done to help me win my case. His work was always neat and organized. He also showed up to court on time three separate occasions ...to represent me. My case was dismissed after the third hearing. Great service all around. I thank him for that.

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