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  • Rochelle Park, NJ
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Santos

Attorney Santos A. Perez has been consistently ranked a top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney by the prestigious National Trial Lawyers Association and the American Society of Legal Advocates, and a Top 1% Attorney by the NADC association.  Attorney Perez is a TOP 100 Member for 2016 of the prestigious National Trial Lawyers Association in the area of Criminal Defense, having handled and tried complex murder, armed robbery, and racketeering cases, both domestic and international in State and Federal Courts.

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Practice areas

Chapter 7 bankruptcyPersonal injuryCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 40%

    Criminal Defense including felonies and misdemeanors. Experience includes full jury trials of murder and complex armed robbery cases. Handled hundreds of CDS (drug) cases including complex Racketeering cases.

    21 years, 500 cases

  2. Personal injury: 40%

    Personal injury practice including automobile accidents, airline passenger suits, 1st party PIP (medical expenses) coverage, et al. Served as an UM (Uninsured Motorist) arbitrator.

    22 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 20%

    14 years

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

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Contact

151 W. Passaic St.
2nd Fl.
Rochelle Park, NJ, 07662

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    NJActive199803/30/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers422
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Top 10 Attorney, Criminal DefenseAmerican Institute Criminal Law Attorneys2016
    Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial LawyerThe National Trial Lawyers2016
    Nation's Top One PercentNational Association Distinguished Counsel2015
    The Latino American Who's WhoThe Latino American Who's Who2014
    Top 100 Lawyer in NJ (Criminal Defense)American Society Legal Advocates2014
    Top 100 Lawyer in NJ (Criminal Defense)American Society of Legal Advocates2013
    Top ContributorAvvo2012
    Admission, United States District Court, NJUnited States District Court, NJ1998
    Dean's ListRutgers University1995
    Golden Key National Honor SocietyRutgers1995
    Magna Cum LaudeRutgers1995
    Dean's ListUniversity of Puerto Rico1992
    Summa Cum LaudeUniversity of Puerto Rico1992
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Senior AttorneyPerez Law Firm, LLC2014 - Present
    AttorneyThe Perez Law Firm, LLC2014 - Present
    AttorneyThe Perez Law Firm2013 - 2014
    UM ArbitratorMiddlesex County2005 - 2005
    Adjunct Professor / InstructorAmerican Business Academy2004 - 2006
    AttorneyLaw Offices of Santos A. Perez2000 - 2013
    Associate AttorneyLaw Offices Joan B. Sherman1999 - 2000
    Assistant/Associate InternProfessor Douglas W. Bordewieck, of the Cornell Law School1997 - 1998
    Summer Intern - Corporate Law FirmFiddler, Gonzalez, & Rodriguez1996 - 1998
    Research AssistantComputer Science Department, Rutgers1993 - 1994
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Cornell Journal of Law and Public PolicyEditor1997 - 1998
    Cornell Journal of Law and Public PolicyAssociate1996 - 1997
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    NJAttorney Blog (Facebook)NJAttorney Blog (Facebook)2014
    NJAttorney FBThe Perez Law Firm, LLC2014
    New York Law SchoolMoot Court Judge2013
    Star LedgerDeportation of Key Witness Stirs Up Debate at Robbery Trial2005
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Cornell Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1998
    Rutgers UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1995
    University of Puerto RicoAS1992
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    New York Law School Moot CourtMoot Court Judge2013
    Rutgers Latin American Student Organization Law ConferenceLatino-Americans and the Law2000
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    State v. Doe (Juvenile Matter)Dismissed (Deferred Adjucation)
    Doe v. Doe (Estate Case)$390,000.00 default judgment against defendants.
    (Federal Court) Alicea V. Outback SteakHouseREMAND back to State Court
    State v. Doe (Juvenile Matter)Dismissed (Deferred Adjucation)
    Doe v. Doe (Restraining Order Trial)DISMISSAL Permanent Restraining Order NOT granted.
    Doe v. Doe (Restraining Order Trial)Trial and Dismissal of Restraining Order (Permanent Restraining Order not Granted)
    State v. Doe (1st Degree Armed Robbery Trial)
    Doe v. Doe (Confidential Personal Injury)$45,000.00 settlement for back injury.
    State v. Roberto RojasFirst Degree armed robbery downgraded to 4th degree charge.
    Doe v. Doe (Confidential Personal Injury)$65,000.00 settlement.
    State v. Hector Soto (CDS Case)Dismissal All Charges Motion to Suppress
    Doe v. Doe (Confidential Personal Injury)$150,000.00 settlement for back injury.
    State v. Rafael Suarez5 Year Offer (Client was facing close to 100 years)
    State v. Doe (Homicide Matter)Five year offer, subsequent Trial by Jury.
    Doe v. Doe (Confidential Personal Injury)$95,000.00 settlement (fender bender accident).
    (Federal Court) Cardona v. Continental Airlines
    Doe v. Doe (Confidential, pending case)Pending. Appointment of Master and Highly Complex Litigation including Interlocutory Appeals.
    FlagsForYou.Com LLC v. Makun Inc., et al (Federal Court)Pending.

    Reviews

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    Review Santos Perez

    Settled my Personal Injury case quickly.

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    I know from research and my friends experiences that most personal injury cases can take years. Mr. Perez initially stated that he could resolve my case quickly, because of the "threshold", and true to form he delivered and I had a check in the mail in little over one year only, just in time for Christmas. He is excellent and highly experienced.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    A lawyer who works for truth

    Posted by

    Mr. Perez is pleasantly honest, doesn't play games with the Court or with his clients. Where other lawyers tell you what you want to hear, Mr. Perez tells you what you have to hear. He knows the Courts, he knows people, and he knows problems. In my case, I appreciated his tenacity, knowledge, and his willingness to seek out the truth without shenanigans. Highly recommend.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Full Dismissal of All Charges. Thank you Mr. Perez

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    I had a third degree case and prior conviction. I was facing more than five years of prison. I posted bail but then I missed a Court date and was incarcerated. I then decided to hire Mr. Perez. I thought I would have to post bail for a second time. Not with Mr. Perez. He went to Court with me and had me released ROR without bail! Then, he resolved my case so that all charges would be dismissed after I completed a special program! This was incredible since, because of my prior convictions, I thought I did not qualify for dismissal. But Mr. Perez somehow got me dismissal! Thank you very very much!

    Kept my Home and my 401K Plan in a Divorce. Grateful to Attorney Perez.

    Posted by

    Words cannot express how grateful I, as the mother of two children, am for Mr. Perez. He represented me in a divorce proceeding and thanks to his efforts I kept my home (with substantial equity) and my 401K plan. Although the average cost of a contested divorce is $15,000.00, with a low of $5,000.00, Mr. Perez billed me less than two thousand dollars and helped me keep my home for my kids as well as my 401K plan. His efforts are worth well above average, he deserves much more than 15,000.00, yet he only billed me 2,000.00. A true Godsend. He is also compassionate, professional, understanding, knowledgeable and prompt in his Court appearances. Thank you Mr. Perez!

    Divorce

    Posted by

    Very responsible and professional person...I am very great full he got me through a very difficult decision in my life...

    Saved My Career and my livelihood in a Federal Court Criminal case.

    Posted by

    I was charged with violating my Supervised Release in Federal Court. My other attorney, a "Super Lawyer", told me that I was facing at least 8 months in jail, maybe more. Mr. Perez took over the case, immediately assured me that everything would be fine, and obtained an incredible result - I was only sentenced to four months at a halfway house with weekend privileges. Thanks to Mr. Perez, I was able to complete a College degree, remain employed, and provide for my family. He is knowledgeable, confident, and kept me properly informed about the case. In Court, he is VERY confident and knows his case. Thank you Mr. Perez!

    Attorney endorsements

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    Mark Cheser, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 4, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have viewed the contributions on AVVO from Mr. Perez for many years. I found them insightful and indicative of great experience and knowledge of the law. I recently had the pleasure of meeting hm at court. All of my thoughts about Santos were proven correct and then some. It is such a treat to be able to discuss the law with such an exceptional mind. I endorse this attorney and recommend him to any client.

    Ioana Enescu, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 2, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Alexander Kraff

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Vanessa Henderson

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Thomas Spivack, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 8, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from his experience, contributions and reviews that Mr. Perez is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him.

    Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    John O'Brien, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on May 1, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

    Golnar Sargeant

    Mr. Perez is a wonderful attorney with an impeccable reputation. I always enjoy reading his sage advice on AVVO. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Perez.

    Stephen Wallace, Federal crime Attorney on Aug 30, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I smile when another teaches me something, even when I do not always like the lesson. For you perspective clients out there, take the time to appreciate an attorney that not only knows what he is talking about, but can convince others the same. Thank you Mr. Perez. You betcha I endorse this fine attorney.

    Christopher Leroi, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Perez is an extremely talented attorney who provides great advice. Even though I have been practicing for 24 years and I am a former judge and magistrate, I learn from him every day. I would recommend him to anyone in his area.

    Leonard Boyer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 24, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Perez is an aggressive, caring and compassionate attorney who gives each client a 1000% effort. He is extremely knowledgeable and effective.

    Chong Kim, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 20, 2013
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Mr. Perez is an excellent criminal law attorney. He cares about his clients. And he cares about the quality of his work. I endorse this lawyer.

    Peter Cameron

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Susan Duke, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 11, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Vladimir Galstyan, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Elliot Yi

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Daniel Luneau, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Perez is an exceptional attorney with a superb knowledge of the law.

    Michael Greenberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 27, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr Perez consistently provides solid and prolific responses to questions posed by members of the Avvo legal community. I endorse this excellent lawyer.

    Kevin Chastine, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I recommend Mr. Perez to anyone with a legal problem. Trust him with your case and he will take very good care of you.

    Baskin Jones, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jul 9, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    If you are looking for a bankruptcy attorney, may I suggest Mr. Perez.

    Cost

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    • Hourly Rates$175-$300/hour
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