Joanna M. Perilli

Joanna M. Perilli

also known as DWI & CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

4.7
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 20 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Freehold, NJ
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

82 Court Street, Freehold, NJ

About Joanna

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

DWI, refusal and alcohol related charges carry significant penalties if convicted including a loss of license, interlock device, fines, state and insurance surcharges, community service and jail.

20 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 30%

If you a friend or loved one needs assistance call for a free consultation. I have the experience, knowledge, and am very dedicated at my clients. Hard work = great results. Specializing in Criminal & DWI defense

20 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

Traffic violation like speeding, reckless driving Leaving the scene of an accident, driving with a suspended license, Driving with no insurance, are just a few that can result in hefty fines surcharges and even loss of your license.

20 years | 1,000 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jonathan Marshall

82 Court Street, Freehold, NJ, 07728

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Joanna M. Perilli's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DWI

Joanna represented me for a DWI case. I was so worried, but she put my mind at ease the moment I hired her. I literally felt like the weight was taken off my shoulders. She was able get the DWI and reckless driving tickets dismissed. I ended up with 2 points and a small fine. I also didn’t lose my l...icense. I am not glad I was in that situation but Joanna really helped and I felt like she actually cared about me and my case. She did an amazing job!

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

These reviews totally contradict my experience with her!

Requested her counsel back in 2017 and am still dealing with the aftermath because of her lack of communication and all around unprofessionalism!!! She essentially took my money and disappeared!!!! The few times I did manage to get a hold of her, I received an array of excuses (baby sitting, etc.) ...then open promises to meet! We never went over the case and I never met her until we were in the court room (after delays by the court or her not even sure). Once in court she was prodding me to enter a plea of guilt because she was more worried about upsetting the officer. If there is any way I can report her for professional misconduct please point me in that direction for I have researched it and have contacted a few Units that I have yet to hear from!

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

great from beginning to end!

I was put into a difficult situation and needed help quickly, Joanna was all over it immediately! She provided me updates throughout and kept a positive attitude even when I was quite down. In the end Joanna went above and beyond what I thought the outcome would be. Thank you Joanna!

Posted by Rosemary | September 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Traffic Tickets

So, after consulting with a bunch of lawyers I came across Mrs. Perilli Long story short. I was issued three tickets... Speeding of 114 on a 65, Reckless driving, and improper passing. I was facing severe tickets. I called another attorney Mr. Michael Myers and spoke to him in desperation. Mr. Myers... advised me of all outcomes, the loss of my license as well as the fines I was facing. For these three tickets he was charging me almost 2,000.00 and told me he could not guarantee me not going to jail but he would try his best. I know as a paralegal going to jail would not happen, because my driving record was fairly clean. Mr. Myers told me that if i would go to another lawyer who was cheaper that he would assure me that the lawyer had no idea what they were doing and thats why they would charge so cheap. I asked Mr. Myers to please help me because I was trying to sleep at night, I am 26 years old and I could not see myself behind bars. Mr. Myers scared me so much I almost hired him...however something told me to get a second opinion. I ended up calling Joanne Perilli who is well known in Bordertown, NJ where my tickets were issued. Needless to say, here I am after a day after my court writing this review. Mrs. Perilli had Two of my tickets dismissed and one of my tickets downgraded, no loss of license or suspension and all of that for only $700.00 almost half of what Mr. Myers was charging me. With that being said I encourage who ever is in need of a lawyer to hire Mrs. Pirilli. Her staff is great and you will not have loss of communication from the date you sign her retainer until your court date. You will not be disappointed. Thank You Mrs. Perilli

Posted by David | October 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

...if you need a hand, a head and a heart of an attorney.

The main quality of the criminal attorney is reliability. In human language it means that your lawyer does not give you empty promises, keeps her/his word and always available for you personally (not through the secretary, not by email or messages but on the phone or in the office at the first opport...unity). This feature I found in my attorney Joanna Perilli. Her dedication to the case that she is working at the moment, her unparalleled attitude to her client, her sincere wish to succeed and her experience and the knowledge that help her to achieve the excellent results does make a difference in lives of the people, in my live in particular. That is why I responsibly advise you to hire Joanna if you need a hand, a head and a heart of an attorney.

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Joanna M. Perilli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Fury

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"JP and I worked together on a serious criminal case involving a potential decade long prison sentence. She was immensely helpful in getting command of the voluminous discovery and spotting important angles from which it could be attacked. I would strongly recommend speaking with her to anyone"

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Jay Bhatt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joanna. We've worked together on several cases and she is always professional and well prepared. I would recommend her services without hesitation."

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Leon Matchin

Family lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joanna because I have worked with Joanna many times and observed her in action dozens of other times in Court. Her knowledge of N.J. law and procedure are an enormous benefit to her clients. Just as important is her amiable personality and professional conduct that has earned her the respect of Judges and allows her to achieve the best possible results for her clients."

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Sean Spinello

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former prosecutor I was opposing counsel to Ms. Perilli on several matters in municipal court. Ms. Perilli is an outstanding attorney. Whether it be DWI/DUI, criminal, or traffic/speeding, she was always thoroughly prepared and a very tough adversary. I have great respect for Ms. Perilli and strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher DeSocio

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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I Koutouzakis

General practice lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joanna Perilli is an exceptional attorney and a decent human being, which is an extraordinary combination. She posesses a genuine concern for her clients' best interests, and this is reflected in the highly favorable results she achieves. Her professionalism, reliability, and competence are attributes that stand out on a daily basis. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."

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George Mazmanian

General practice lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Perilli is a well reviewed attorney in the community and an asset to the New Jersey Bar."

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Joseph Compitello

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Ms. Perilli on several municipal and juvenile delinquency matters and I have found her to be well prepared and a fierce advocate for her clients. I would not have a problem referring a conflcit case to her."

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John Sitzler

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Markowitz

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Mark Fury

Criminal defense lawyer

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I Koutouzakis

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Joseph Compitello

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Robert Pinizzotto

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

2014

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

2013

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

2012

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

2011

Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyer

Work Experience

2010 - 2021

Owner, Law Office of Joanna M. Perilli, LLC

2008 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, Rider University

Associations

2010 - Present

Mercer County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

Middlesex County Bar Association

Education

2005

New York Law School

Law Degree

2002

Rider University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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