Jonathan F Marshall

Jonathan F Marshall

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Freehold, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime ... +6 more

82 Court Street, Freehold, NJ

About Jonathan

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

82 Court Street, Freehold, NJ, 07728

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53 Paterson Street, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901

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10 Allen St #2D, Toms River, NJ, 08753

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222 South Broad Street, Suite 101, Trenton, NJ, 08608

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9 Caldwell Place, Suite 1, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201

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54 Grove Street, Suite 1B, Somerville, NJ, 08876

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73 Mountainview Boulevard, Wayne, NJ, 07470

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574 Newark Avenue, Suite 204A, Jersey City, NJ, 07302

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5918 Main Street, Suite 201, Mays Landing, NJ, 08330

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217 High Street, Suite 201, Mount Holly, NJ, 08060

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Jonathan F Marshall's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

117 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by SEGUNDO | March 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and guided me through every step.

Marshall Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyers were extremely helpful and professional. They handled my situation quickly and made the whole process much less stressful for me. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and guided me through every step. I’m very grateful for their help and would highly recomme...nd them to anyone needing a strong and reliable defense lawyer.

Posted by Claire Paul | March 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Shoplifting

I paid $2500 to this law firm for my defense. Friends helped me with the cost, but they took the money and did nothing. On the day of court, they switched lawyers, and ABRAHAM N. BASCH was unprepared. I never suggested anyone go to this law firm. They'll take your money but won't help. Please avoid t...hem. After losing my mom in August, my 2-year-old and I are homeless. The Spanish lawyer they assigned didn't know how to help, and now I'm struggling to find a job to care for my baby. If you value your well-being, stay away from this law firm. They didn't know about my community service, and I had to leave my daughter with friends. After each day, I ended up sleeping on the streets. This law firm only cares about money, not clients. I regret not choosing a better firm. I'm writing this review using a friend's phone, and I'm crying because I'm homeless.

Posted by Andrea Jackson | May 27, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Rude lady

I called the office today and I was rushed off the phone and I was told if my husband was sentenced for drug he can’t appeal the case he has to do the rest of his time but I looked it you online and that’s is not true so thank you rude lady who answer the phone taking my business somewhere else .

Jonathan Marshall

Replied last May 27, 2019

This wasn't a client of my office. The individual never even spoke to an attorney (there are no female lawyers at the firm and she said she spoke to a women). The person is obviously frustrated because a loved one, who we did not represent, ended up being sentenced to jail/prison. This certainly isn't a reflection on the quality of representation provided by me or my firm since I never even had any contact with the person nor any other lawyer at my firm. There is a good lesson nonetheless that can be found from this misplaced review - get high quality representation long prior to sentencing. The legal system can be unforgiving so you need to make all the right moves. I strongly believe hiring a qualified defense attorney is a must rather than entrusting your case to someone who is overloaded with cases and/or inexperienced. I know we could have helped this individual had she retained us. Now she is left frustrated because of an unfavorable outcome that was the result of some other attorney's efforts. Hopefully, the situation improved for her.

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

You don't have to look anymore

I was accused of sexual assault. Everyone shunned me, even several attorneys that I called. No wanted to take my defense seriously. But John was different. I knew he believed me and I thank god I found him. He scrutinized all the evidence and poked so many holes in the case that I was able avoid a co...nviction. I made the right choice and will never consider anyone than John if I ever get in trouble again.

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Immigration and Other Consequences Avoided!

I was charged with third degree shoplifting in Lawrence NJ. The case was significantly more complicated because I only have a VISA. Several attorneys that my VISA could be revoked if I was convicted. I did my research and hired John as my lawyer and could not be my satisfied. He was very familiar wit...h the process and court. This allowed him to get my case reduced as sent back to municipal court as a misdemeanor. He then worked hard to further help me. This resulted in the offense being amended again to disorderly conduct instead of shoplifting, and then it being conditionally dismissed. Me and my family avoided serious ramifications by hiring John. I highly recommend him as his knowledge and skill is exceptional.

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Jonathan F Marshall's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Cerussi

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jon is an excellent, top rate defense attorney. He is smart, creative, hard working, and most importantly honest and empathetic to all of his clients. Any individual would be well served to be represented by Jon and his firm."

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Thomas Martin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jon since I opened my practice in 2005. He has always been one of the most knowledgeable and innovative lawyers I know. I have seen him zealously come to court time and time again on the same case until he received the result he knew was right for his client. He is a tireless advocate and very respected by the defense bar, prosecutors and judges."

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Jeffrey Skiendziul

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is dedicated to his clients, committed to his profession, and has superior knowledge on the law."

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Severiano Lisboa

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Grasso

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Marshall is highly knowledgeable in the subject matter of municipal court and criminal defense throughout the State of New Jersey. I endorse this lawyer."

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Leonard Biddison

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a longtime criminal defense lawyer, I have known John Marshall and his firm for many years. They are extremely knowledgeable in the areas of criminal law and DWI defense. I highly recommend them."

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Daniel Santarsiero

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for four years. During that time, I have been impressed with the breadth of his knowledge regarding legal and procedural issues in courts ranging from local municipal courts to the Superior Court of New Jersey. I likewise am impressed with his understanding of the practical 'nuts and bolts' of representing a client against whom serious criminal charges are pending. I would recommend John for all criminal matters."

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Travis Tormey

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I used to work for John at his firm. We literally handled thousands of cases together and he is extremely knowledgeable in the areas of criminal defense and drunk driving (DWI). I highly recommend him."

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Frank Gonnello

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jonathan is a true professional, and I'm lucky to be able to learn the profession under his wing. He has many years of trial experience, and I've yet to ask him a question about criminal law that he didn't have an answer for. I have a great deal of respect for him, both in the way he runs his practice, as well as the way he handles and treats his clients. By any standard, I feel that he truly is a 'Superb' lawyer."

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William Proetta

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Jeffrey Mandel

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Thomas Martin

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Charles Cerussi

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Frank Gonnello

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Travis Tormey

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 10, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2011

SFST Instructor Certification, Impaired Driving Specialists

2010

Alcotest 7110 Certification, Draeger Technology

2010

DUI Detection & SFST Certification, La Pier & Associates

2003

Lifetime Membership, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

1997 - 1998

Alternate Prosecutor, Wall Township

1997 - 1999

Municipal Prosecutor, Borough of Matawan

1996 - 1997

Alternate Prosecutor, Township of Colts Neck

1995 - 2000

Associate, Cleary Alfieri & Grasso

1995 - 1998

Municipal Prosecutor, Township of Hazlet

1993 - 1995

Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Mauro Casci

1992 - 1993

Judicial Law Clerk, Honorable John P. Arnone, J.S.C.

Associations

2013 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. O'Driscoll, 215 N.J. 461 (2013)

Reversed on Other Grounds

Gambino v. State Farm, 348 N.J.Super. 204 (App.Div.2002)

Appeal Won

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Education

1992

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Rider University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

CN12 News

Legal Commentator

2010

Law & Order

Legal Consultant

2010

House M.D.

Legal Consultant

2009

ICLE Conference

Legal Ethics & the Internet

1993

Brookdale Community College

Criminal Law in New Jersey

Publications

2012

Thompson Publishing Group/West Teens, Distracted Driving and the Danger of Texting

2012

Thompson Publishing Group/West Economic Troubles Lead to Increase in Domestic Violence

2010

USA Today Dealer Next Door: Selling Marijuana Becomes a 2nd Job for Many

2010

New Jersey Star Ledger Interceptor Breath Test Device Stops Drunk Drivers Before They Start

2008

West Publishing Strategies for Avoiding Incarceration for a 3rd DWI in New Jersey

Languages

English

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