also known as Jef Henninger
I represent my clients the same way I would represent my close friends and family. I am not on TV. You won't hear me on the radio. You won't see an ad for me in the Yellow Pages. I like to rely on word-of-mouth because we create clients for life. We want to be your go-to lawyers in time of need. With 9 offices in New Jersey, our attorneys can represent you in any court in New Jersey. We also answer our phone 24/7 because most of our new clients need us right away.
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Acquired: 2004
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788 Shrewsbury Ave, Suite 2209, Tinton Falls, NJ, 07724-3080
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Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Final Restraining Order - removed
I had a restraining order entered against me over 27years ago as a result of me not responding to a divorce. The order was entered in default since I never appeared in court. As a result of being homeless at the time I never received the notifications to appear. Thanks to Jef I was able to have the F...
Posted by Cathy C. | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
NJ DYFS case
If you are ever in the unfortanate situation of having DYFS get involved in your life, I highly recommend Jef. He answered his phone on a Saturday night when I desperately needed someone. He immediately took action that Monday morning. His associate Mary Jane is exceptional. Both of them will dea...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
DCPP is a broken system
There is only one choice when the DCPP becomes involved in your life. Even if the worker, investigator or supervisor is morally sound it still does not make up for the fact that the rules they abide by are broken, they are overworked and there is no possible way they can make a judgment on your Lif...
Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2014 | Family
Don't recommend for DCPP cases especially complicated as Jef Heningers book written April 2014 states
DCPP removed my children April 2014 (right when his book on a know it all on DCPP was released). I was informed at the court hearing for order to show cause that Mr. Heninger wanted to take the case to trial even though there was no facts on their case. Prior to going into the court room, he told m...
This anonymous person does not appear to be a client of this firm. As a result, this could be anyone including our competition. In addition, the review doesn't even make any sense. First, lawyers cannot just "quit", a motion would have to be filed. According to the reviewer, no such review was ever filed. Second, if we did represent a client that was argumentative, we would have to get out of the case but again, a motion would have to be filed. Third, the statement "Mr. Henninger wanted to take the case to trial even though there was no facts on their case" doesn't really make any sense from a negative perspective. If DCPP had no evidence, it would only make sense to press the issue and fight them. Fourth, if we didn't actually represent the client, how could he or she judge our performance? Fifth, the use of the "know it all" clearly indicates that this person has some type of animosity with this firm. A credible review would have just stuck to the facts. Sixth, unless this person is a lawyer, the reference to former colleagues also doesn't make any sense either. Finally, this person should have indicated exactly what they did by being argumentative. Clients are permitted to disagree with their lawyers but it is only when clients start making threats do we feel the need to file a motion to get out of the case. The client of course has the right to oppose such a motion. There is no indication that any of this actually happened which is why it appears that this is a false review.
Posted by Margaret | May 15, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer highly recommend !!
Jef represented my son in a criminal matter, we were very pleased with the outcome. We are not residents of NJ, we choose him after making several calls to various attorneys in NJ, we (husband, daughter and myself) all felt he was the best choice. He returned every phone call in a timley matter and ...
"Jef is smart, experienced, creative and dedicated. He fights hard for his clients and isn't afraid to take on a challenge. He gets results, both in Court and in settlement negotiations."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff, is a dedicated advocate for his clients. If you or a loved are facing criminal charges take the time to talk to Jeff. You will be glad you did."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well known and respected for the results he achieves with his clients. A personal friend, a former drug court evaluator, when his name is mentioned, had nothing but the highest praise for his professionalism and skill. If you need a criminal attorney, he's the one to go to."
"Jef is an excellent, hardworking attorney who fights tirelessly to protect his clients' legal rights."
"I endorse Jef Henninger. He is a very skilled attorney and an all-around nice guy! Definitely recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Henninger generously shares, with his fellow attorneys, his knowledge about criminal defense practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. The results that Jef is able to achieve for his clients are very positive. Jef has extensive experience and a true grasp of the law. I recommend Jef and know that he has a great staff who works as a team ready to help Jef's clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jef is extremely knowledgeable and eloquent attorney. He is generous with his time and knowledge and dedicated to his clients."
"Jef Henninger is a remarkable counsellor, and I have referred matters to him simply because he is unique, in addition to being generally excellent. I have an informal, self-taught specialty at the intersection of law and computer science, whereas Henninger has studied it all formally, is degreed, and there is no one like him in the statewide area. Simply the best. He's also expert in various regular specialties, including matrimonial, criminal, DYFS, and several others. I'm 25 years doing criminal law, and he's one of a small few I'd rely on for my own defense. He also employs a staff member that used to be with me, so I personally know she's excellent, too. All that plus exemplary ethics. If you're in and around NJ and need his sort of expertise, Jef's firm is your best bet to get a great outcome."
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2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Top Attorneys in New Jersey - Criminal Defense, American Registry
2013
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyers Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer
2010 - Present
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Court reversed itself and gave custody to mother.
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2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Criminal Defense
2006
Computer Crime
2013
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