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A former Brooklyn Prosecutor, Evan handles criminal defense including crimes of violence/sex offenses, theft/fraud, drug, vehicular crimes and white collar offenses in New York and New Jersey local State and Federal Courts. Evan handles cases of the highest criminal consequences in the criminal justice system, and offers a free and confidential consultation to anyone facing criminal prosecution. Evan has obtained great results for his clients including dismissals and/or non-incarceration for person(s) accused of sex offenses with minors, robbery/burglary, sale of narcotics, assault and vehicular crimes.
Prior to joining Guaglardi & Meliti, LLP, Evan handled criminal and civil litigation matters for Ostrer Rosenwasser LLP, before joining the Kings County Disrict Attorney's Office as an Assistant District Attorney. Evan successfully prosecuted hundreds of felony and misdemeanor cases, including violent crimes, vehicular, drug and white collar crime offenses. With his diverse clientele, Evan has continued his success at the firm through his experience, hard work and dedication to the best interests of his clients.
Guaglardi & Meliti, LLP also handles litigation, divorce, family law, construction liens, real estate/business transactions, wills trusts and estates, fraud, employment law and personal injury matters throughout New York and New Jersey, serving individuals from all walks of life, facing almost all of society's legal issues. The firm also represents business clients in the commercial, development, financial, service and manufacturing industries ― whether a start-up business or a public enterprise with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion.
Originally from Long Island, Evan went on to pursue his education in Massachussets, New York, Michigan and Australia, and is now a proud resident of New Jersey.
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Acquired: 2014
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Acquired: 2009
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365 W Passaic St Ste 130, Rochelle Park, NJ, 07662-3013
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Posted by James | August 05, 2025 | Business
Competent, Conscientious, and Caring
Mr. Ostrer was exactly what we were looking for in an attorney to manage several business disputes. Mr. Ostrer knows the law and proved to have the negotiation skills to get us justice! High recommendation for this attorney and much appreciation for his availability, hard work and results!
Posted by Susan | December 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great lawyer! Highly recommended!
Evan came highly recommended to assist me in a criminal matter in New Jersey. It was a very stressful situation for me and he kept me at ease throughout. He is very experienced and he was able to resolve my case without a criminal record. His fee was reasonable and I recommend him to anyone who needs...
"You cannot find a more passionate person to argue your case. I’ve know Evan as a fellow attorney for almost 10 years. He brings an energy and zeal that even the most interested juror cannot ignore. Evan will fight to the very last breath for you. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Evan is an experienced, thorough and well prepared defense attorney. He is extremely focused and understands criminal procedure. He is a zealous and aggressive advocate who I highly recommend."
"I endorse Evan without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator. A tireless advocate you want on your side"
"Evan is a strong and zealous advocate who knows his way around a courtroom and is excellent at arguing both fact and law. Perhaps even more distinguishable however is his ability to understand people and relate to them, whether client, adversary, judge or jury. He is an excellent lawyer with nothing but a bright future going forward."
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2021
New Jersey Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2019
New Jersey Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Criminal Defense Lawyers Bergen County, 201 Magazine
2013 - Present
Attorney, Guaglardi & Meliti, LLP
2010 - 2012
Assistant District Attorney, Kings County (Brooklyn) District Attorney
2009 - 2009
Attorney, Oatrer & Associates PC
2015 - Present
Bergen County Bar AssociationMember
Case Dismissed and Expunged
Directed Verdict
Summary Judgment Granted
Case Dismissed
No Bill by Grand Jury
Dismissal of 134 Animal Cruelty charges and dismissal of in excess of 390 health code violations. Client paid $19,000 in restitution.
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
English
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