Joanna M. Perilli

Joanna M. Perilli

also known as DWI & CRIMINAL ATTORNEY

4.7
Rating: 9.7

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 20 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

Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer I could ask for!

I actually found Joanna on this website and have to say the reviews were spot on. Joanna was extremely efficient in handling my case and very comforting in my hard time. She was able to downgrade a very serious criminal charge for me and took a huge weight off my shoulders. I would recommend her to a...nyone and everyone I know. She was also very affordable which was great for me since I was facing some financial troubles at the time. Her assistant Jasmine was also great! Very informative and always answered my emails within minutes whenever I had an questions.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A good worth trust attorney, I recommend her to you with traffic tickets.

I recommend 100% her as your traffic ticket attorney. She helped me to reduce total 8-point tickets to 0-point tickets. She knows the rules and explained details to me. A good worth trust attorney. I received 2 4-point tickets @ Hopewell township, NJ in September 2013, speeding 45 on 25-mile zone an...d improper passing. She replied back my email with details information next business day, explained what she will do for my case. and stayed late to meet me at her office in that afternoon. The court results just like she said in email. I am very happy with her knowledge and personality.

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Reduced Conviction to Lower Tier and Minimum Penalities

Ms. Perilli is a compassionate and talented lawyer who reduced my DUI conviction to a lower tier saving me at minimum 4 months of required loss of license, higher fines, and car ignition interlock. From the initial free consultation to her close out letter, Joanna was readily available and knowledgea...ble on all aspects of my case. She always kept me in the loop and seemed to do everything in her ability to reduce my tier and sentencing. Her experience, in particular with DUI cases, was ever evident throughout the entire process and I witnessed Joanna reduce several other convictions to lower tiers in court due to her hard work and dedication. In preparation for court, she reviews all police reports and watches every video available to confirm that all legal procedures were done correctly by the police. Joanna knows just what to look for to reduce your tier and sentencing, and gives great, honest advice on what to say and plea. Joanna also responded promptly to all my emails and phone calls I placed. She was always willing and available to answer any question I had about my case and post conviction DUI procedures. It was refreshing to see how much time, effort and general concern she put into a single DUI case. I would strongly recommend her for DUI/traffic violations, but she also has a background in criminal cases and divorce law. I'm sure she brings the same work ethic and knowledge to all her cases, so I will personally recommend Ms. Perilli to family and friends for legal consultation. I couldn't be more pleased with how she handled the case and the final outcome.

Posted by Michael | March 21, 2011 | DUI & DWI

An exceptional and professional legal representative

Joanna was recommended to me by a trusted friend as I was facing a tough DWI case and its severe legal ramifications. After reviewing the facts of the case, my driving record and all supporting data, Joanna was able to identify key points that would prevent some of the strictest consequences of the i...ncident (7 months license suspension, ignition interlock-device, steeper fines). Based on the facts of the incident, my driving record and other helpful points (first offense, etc.), Joanna confidently provided a strong position to the prosecutor and the judge involved that resulted in a less strict ruling (3 months license suspension, no interlock, lesser fines). Throughout the course of the case, Joanna was extremely informative, timely and responsive, and brought a calm determination to the table that was appreciated. I would highly recommend her for anyone facing such legal difficulties that need a good representative on their side.

Posted by Josh | November 28, 2010 | Landlord & Tenant

Very professional lawyer who helped me recover my security deposit

When I moved out of my apartment in July my landlord ignored all e-mails and phone calls for 2 months as he seemed ready to keep my security deposit without cause. A buddy of mine who had a similar problem recommended Joanna Perilli to me. Within 24 hours she had made contact with my landlord and had... a check mailed to me within a week. She was very helpful and informative throughout the whole process. I will definitely be using her again

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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

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Joseph Compitello

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (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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