Jason Errol Foy

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Jason Errol Foy

also known as J. Foy

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hackensack, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

24 Bergen Street, Suite 24, Hackensack, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jason

Biography

I am a criminal defense attorney who handles serious cases in NY & NJ at the Federal and State level

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Extensive experience representing individuals accused of committing crimes in the state and federal courts of New York and New Jersey. Successfully tried many high-level cases in state and federal courts.

30 years

100%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Foy & Seplowitz, LLC

24 Bergen Street, Suite 24, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

foyseplowitz.com/

New York Office

30 Wall Street,, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10005

foyseplowitz.com/

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Jason Errol Foy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Having someone in your corner

He was in my corner every step of the way. Answered all my calls and text was the best and would recommend him ,he was great

Posted by GEORGE | September 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

That he will fight for your freedom

Jason Errol Foy Was the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer If i can give 10 stars because that is what he deserves I as Nervous I was he made me calm.. He will work hard for you he understands and fights for you. Amazing Lawyer Jason thank you so much for my freedom thank you for fighting. Because of ...you I'm back to my normal life without worries .. Defiantly recommend Jason Errol Foy.

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Foy completely won my criminal case with no guilty plea or admission of guilt.

Jason Foy is highly recommended by me to resolve any criminal case. (Especially if the truth of your case leans more on your rightfully being more innocent than guilty or it's just plain lies as you being criminally guilty). Foy has an extremely competent team of supportive people he works with in hi...s office. Usually someone actually answers the phone when you call his office. When you leave a message it is always responded to in a timely fashion. He is not afraid to tell you no. If no is the true answer. He is clear about what he can do, what he can't do, and what could possibly occur without any promises regarding things outside of his control. I am a woman and he treated me with respect of human dignity at all times and he does not treat you bad- like you are an inmate or a criminal. My criminal case was a mess because a prior over paid criminal attorney who was a former DA assistant, had been trying to get me to admit guilt to a lessor crime charge I sincerely did not even remotely do. I was completely innocent- and the prosecutor even admitted that i was innocent but they did not care as long as " I was criminally charged with something" as "punishment so that I was "guilty". Jason Foy and his team actually competently did their jobs, looked up the laws regarding my case and applied it to my defense in my case. It was the truth. It was a long shot where maybe we would win or maybe we wouldn't. But we won BIG. I was very lucky that I had been given the resources to hire him and clean up the mess from the other paid but not respectful criminal attorney. Do not hire any former DA's or similar for your criminal case. Their brains are wired to charge you and make friends with the people prosecuting you. Jason Foy is not anyones "friend". He is not going to be figuring out your case with a beer at the bar with the prosecutor. He is a professional. A very highly intelligent- of the most intelligent criminal lawyers in NYC area, and extremely professional with how he conducts his business. He is the kind of man who does it right, does it all the way, or he does it not at all. You can trust what he says. And you can trust his judgement. If you are a woman, you can know that this a safe zone for you. Your husband does not need to be on the phone with you to get the same level of attention.

Posted by La-el | September 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

COULDNT ASK FOR A BETTER LAWYER

I was lucky enough to have Mr . Foy as my lawyer, this transpired due to the lack of communication I was able to establish with my first attorney. Looking back in my opinion, hiring Mr. Foy was the most pivotal choice that I made throughout my entire defense process. I was charged with possession o...f ammunition in the southern district of New York which is the feds for those who don't know and ever since Mr. Foy was assigned my case the I could feel the landscape of my case sort of shift when you know you have somebody of that caliber and experience in their field going to bat for you. Mr. Foy made several attempts to get my case dismissed under grounds that probably would have gotten my case dismissed outright if it wasn't for the fact that my case was being tried in the SDNY . The reason it's important to state that is because Mr. Foy is an excellent lawyer and my case definitely had a good chance of being dismissed based on his defense that he presented during a suppression of evidence hearing in my case . Even though my case was not able to be dismissed, Mr. Foy was able to secure me the absolute best outcome aside from dismissal which was no prison, 6 months house arrest , and two years supervision. It's very important to state that this is not a sentence most lawyers are able to secure for their clients in federal court in any district let alone the southern district of New York. My case went on for four years and it was a very emotionally draining and stressful time period in my life. Now that I'm on house arrest with my family reflecting on how differently things could have been I had to take the time out to write this review because I honestly can't thank Mr. Foy enough for everything he has done in regards to his determination to provide me the absolute best defense he could , which I can definitely say resulted in as successful a defense as it could be given the circumstances of my charges and whom I was charged by . Thank you for everything Mr. Foy ! I can truly say I don't believe I would have recieved this outcome without you.

Posted by Kerris | July 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Representation

The worst thing in the world for me was ending up in an orange jumpsuit behind bars. I needed help on a firearms case, and I was at a loss. All I could envision was prison and never seeing my family again for a lapse in judgment. My wife contacted her brother-in-law, an attorney in NY, who referred M...r. Foy who practiced criminal defense in New Jersey. From the moment we met, he demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and expertise. My wife and I could tell Jason had a deep knowledge of the legal system and I in fact needed someone like that who was committed to my case. Throughout the process, he made sure that he addressed every detail meticulously, and never left me surprised by anything in court. He was amazingly effective in communicating every step with patience and understanding, even those times the news may not have been what I wanted to hear. He always made himself available for any question on my case. At my lowest, he assured me that it was better than it appeared, and it often was. Jason’s approach made a challenging situation more manageable for myself and my wife. He had a strategic plan and he fought tirelessly on my behalf. His confident demeanor in court and thorough preparation; leaving no stone unturned led to a successful resolution for me. The work Jason and his team performed led to my acceptance into a PTI program which meant no prison time. I could breathe again and make sure I did well in the program for all his efforts. What truly sets Jason Foy apart is his empathetic approach and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome and being honest and forthcoming every step of the way. He has an unwavering desire to help those in crisis such as myself. I find it all too easy to highly recommend him and his team to anyone who needs legal counsel that will fight with all they have on your case. I thank God for Jason Foy and his team because I imagine where I might have landed without them. Mr. Foy is your only choice for legal representation so, don’t go to court without HIM!

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Phillip Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jason has served as a great mentor and friend for years. Before I stepped out into private practice, I studied his every move due to (1) his stellar reputation within the NYC and NJ courts; and (2) his ultimate success rate. As a former prosecutor, he has made the transition to criminal defense as well as any attorney I have ever seen. Whenever I have a question, especially as concerns NJ criminal law and procedure, he's the first person I call for advice and guidance. He's hands down a fantastic lawyer and certainly professionally speaking I am very blessed to know him."

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Silvana Raso

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jason is an excellent attorney who is an aggressive advocate for his clients."

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Brian Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Iton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jason Foy is my go-to referral when a client needs the services of a top-notch criminal defense lawyer in New Jersey or New York. Every client who I have sent to Jason has been highly impressed and has thanked me for the referral. I highly endorse Jason's ability, tenacity and smarts."

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Samuel Braverman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had cases against Jason when he was a prosecutor and have worked with him as co-counsel on cases. He is an excellent lawyer-thoughtful, creative, hardworking, and tenacious. I would use his services if I needed a lawyer and I call on him for his advice all the time."

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John Cromwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jason is an excellent attorney, a consummate professional, whom I endorse without reservation."

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Abraham Hamra

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Severiano Lisboa

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Julien X. Neals Trailblazer Award, NAACP of Bergen County

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2001 - 2013

Partner, Foy & Foy, LLC

1996 - 2001

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

New Jersey Supreme Court Criminal Practice Committee

Member

2003 - Present

Garden State Bar Association

Life Member

2002 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2001 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

124th Past President

2001 - Present

Bronx Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

New York Criminal Bar Association

Board of Directors

NAACP

Life Member

2009 - 2017

Bergen County Bar Association

Trustee

2002 - 2006

District Ethics Committee IIB, New Jersey Supreme Court

Past Member

Education

1996

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Syracuse University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Rutgers School of Law- C.Williard Heckel Inn of Court

Criminal Sentencing Roundtable: Advocacy, Theory, and Practice in NJ Federal and State Courts

2022

2022 New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting and Convention

Pathways to the Bench

2019

Diversity in the Profession Award Dinner

Diversity in the Profession

2017

Freedom Fund Brunch

Steadfast & Immovable: The Vote is Power

2016

New Jersey Association for Justice, Educational Foundation Meadowlands Seminar New Developments in the Expungement Laws as of 2016

2014

CLE

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions

2013

Induction Ceremony to the Delta Mu Chapter of the National Honor Society

Keynote for Induction Ceremony

2013

CLE

Forensic Litigation in Pattern and Impression Evidence

2012

CLE

Domestic Violence - Crime After Crime

Languages

English

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