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Mr. Nkwuo is a trial attorney who specializes in criminal, juvenile, DWI, Municipal Court and personal injury. Mr. Nkwuo has defended clients on a myriad of charges including, but not limited to, murder, robbery, burglary, drug distribution, gun possession, DWI, and traffic tickets. In civil practice, Mr. Nkwuo represents clients who were injured due to the negligence of others. Mr. Nkwuo is a member of the Monmouth County Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Haydyn Prottor Inn of Court and a Trustee to the Legal Aid Society.
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Acquired: 2010
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Acquired: 2011
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4 Paragon Way, Freehold, NJ, 07728
55 Client Reviews
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Posted by Charles | December 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Top-notch Attorney! Best of the best...
A beautiful thing sells itself and does not need much advertisement (just as diamond needs little or nothing to shine). I will say the same for this attorney. Consider yourself blessed if he takes on your case. For him; it's not about the job or money he makes from representing you, it's the vast kno...
Posted by Julianne Edge | October 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
My Experience with Emeka Nkwuo
I had sought out representation for a DWI, along with multiple tickets. I am not from New Jersey, and not familiar with the laws. I was in over my head, scared, and in a lot of legal trouble. When I spoke with Emeka, he reassured me and gave me confidence that he would get the best possible outcome. ...
Posted by Chris | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fast, Efficient, Smart Lawyer THE BEST OF THE BEST!
Where do I start? I’m someone who has never gotten in trouble in my life with the law. My case is probably the craziest case a lot of people have heard in a long time. I had a restraining order against me from my wife, I had a 3rd degree terrorist threats charge and TWO 2nd degree eluding charges. My...
Posted by Chris | October 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Outrageous service
Very professional services, helped through out the whole process of the case, very knowledgeable
Posted by Kevin | September 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Thank you to Wonderful lawyer!
We had an issue with our autistic son and we needed a lawyer to represent us in court. One of the partners in the firm referred us to Emeka as he specialized in what we were looking for. Emeka was very professional, knowledgable, and guided us through the scary process where we definitely needed ...
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nkwuo is one of the most talented and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys in the State. He is extremely dedicated to his clients, known for his exceptional trial advocacy skills, and well respected among peers, adversaries, and judges. Mr. Nkwuo compassionately and relentlessly ensures that all of his clients’ interests and liberties are protected. He is one of the few lawyers who I would trust with my own life and liberties were they to be at stake. Overall, he is an elite attorney in his field, with an extraordinary work ethic that sets him apart from his peers."
"Mr. Nkwuo is a passionate, caring attorney who achieves significant results for his clients. He is a resource for other attorneys. I would highly recommend him if you want to achieve significant results with little puffery."
"Emeka is a consummate professional and whether working alongside him or with him, effectively advocates for his clients while guiding them through the uneasy waters of the legal system."
"I have had the pleasure of observing Emeka on countless occasions inside a courtroom. He is always one of the most prepared attorneys in the room and is well known for zealously advocating on behalf of his clients. Anyone would be certain to receive excellent representation if they were to hire Emeka."
"Emeka is an outstanding trial lawyer. It’s exciting to see him put his considerable experience and expertise into private practice. He’s an excellent choice as defense counsel."
"Emeka is a fantastic attorney who has won some of the most difficult and unwinnable cases. I highly recommend and endorse him to anyone in need of a criminal or municipal court attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Emeka is a credit to our professional community of criminal defense attorneys. I am proud to call him my colleague and friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nkwuo is a well-seasoned attorney whom I have known for many years. He is a zealous advocate who will surely be able to assist you in your matter."
"I have worked/had a co-defendant with Emeka on many cases in both juvenile and criminal courts. He was always well prepared and fought hard for his clients. He is also willing to try a case if necessary and when it is in the client's best interests."
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2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2010
Martin Luther King Semester of Service, Widener Law School
2019 - Present
Associate, Lomurro, Munson, Comer, Brown & Schottland, LLC
2011 - 2018
Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Law Clerk to the Honorable Richard W. English, J.S.C.
2020 - Present
New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense LawyersTrustee
2019 - Present
Haydyn Proctor Inns of CourtMember
2019 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Monmouth County Bar Association - Diversity CommitteeMember
2019 - Present
Supreme Court of New Jersey District Ethics Committee for Monmouth County District IXAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Monmouth Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Legal Aid SocietyTrustee
Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Not Guilty
$350,000 Award
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
Volunteer Judge
2021
Marijuana Legalization Law
2010
English
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