Peter H Lederman

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Peter H Lederman

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 50 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Freehold, NJ
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

4 Paragon Way, Freehold, NJ

About Peter

Biography

Passionate and Personal Attention. Award Winning Super Lawyer. 153+ 5 Star Reviews.

Passionate and Personal Attention. Award Winning Super Lawyer. 100+ 5 Star Reviews.

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DUI and DWI 100%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 50 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1975

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Location

Lomurro Law

4 Paragon Way, Freehold, NJ, 07728

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Peter H Lederman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

178 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 23 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Willie | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

A Blessed and Worthy Decision

Peter Lederman was, referred to us by a policeman friend. As such, to the highest degree and without any hesitations or reservations, I will recommend Atty Peter Lederman, as the most worthy and knowledgeable lawyer to protect your rights in a DUI/DWI cases in New Jersey. Peter and his paralegal as...sistants: Jessica and Noreen, are so passionate when it comes to legally representing clients and so admirable for their awareness of your overall concerns while the case is ongoing. Hiring a lawyer for a DUI charge was one of those very unfortunate expenditures in my life….” a huge bump along my life’s journey”. I initially thought of it very depressing and stupidly expensive; realizing however even before the outcome of my cases as to how blessed and worthy my decision was hiring Atty. Peter Lederman. Right after the handshake (within 1.5 hours) the work started – getting a call from Jessica, that my court date will be moved relative to my defense team’s request of important documents. In business and professional life, we always cherish those deals where rewards extremely exceeded our expectations. I will forever cherish and humbly consider this deal with Peter and his team as currently the number one on the list and surely will be very hard to break. I’m very grateful I was not hurt or anybody else during this unfortunate incident whereby I slept and totally wrecked the car, driving from a party where I consumed alcohol – personally considered moderately enough for me to handle. Since the incident up to the time of judgement, Peter, made it possible for me to continuously drive legally.

Posted by Alexandra | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

When only the best will do

There are no words to express how grateful I am to Peter and his team for everything they did for me. One fateful Friday the 13th I got pulled over and arrested for a DWI. Unfortunately, I had a very high BAC and was stopped in a school zone, so the chips were stacked against me. Needless to say, ...I was terrified. I spent a few days tirelessly researching attorneys and kept coming back to Peter...and thank God I did! I knew after our consultation that I had picked the right attorney, but still, there were no guarantees to what the potential outcome would be. Because of my high BAC and the school zone, I was looking at possibly losing my license for 1 to 2 years, having an Interlock device installed in my car when I eventually got my license back and having mandatory drug and alcohol counseling during my suspension. Peter did suggest I be proactive and voluntarily go to a drug and alcohol counselor before my court date and I absolutely agreed that would be in my best interest. The guilt and self-loathing I was feeling about this DWI was unbearable so I figured not only would speaking to someone possibly help me in the eyes of the court, but it might help me stop beating myself up. And it did, on both counts. The next few months were spent going back and forth with Peter and Jessica (his Para-Legal), looking over reports and videos and figuring out what I realistically hoped to achieve and what he thought was humanly possible. Well, I literally just got back from my day in court and I am happy, grateful, but mainly still in awe with the outcome, I didn't actually get what I was hoping for, incredibly, I received a sentence that was better than I ever could have imagined. My charge was reduced to reckless driving and 3 months of a suspended license. I truly hope you never need to hire Peter, but if you do, please be rest assured you'll be hiring one of the best!!!

Posted by Daniel | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Stupendous

I was stopped for a d.u.i and I couldn't even imagine what my outcome was going to be. Once i met Mr. Lederman, he gave me numerous pointers of how the case would turn out. He has a highly skilled team that gets every piece of evidence you will need for your case. They will always keep in contact wi...th you, answer any question you have, and Mr. Lederman's word is bond. If he says he can give you the best outcome, you better believe that will happen. As promised, he gave me the result he promised. I highly recommend Mr. Lederman if you need to win.

Posted by Jusitce | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Thank you Peter

I was facing a tough DUI case and going into it I didn’t see a light at the end of the tunnel. This wasn’t my first DUI but it WILL be my last. I was facing a possible 3rd DUI. I was initially working with another attorney and didn’t feel that he was handling my case appropriately. After doing res...earch, I ran across Peter Lederman’s profile and read all the positive reviews and decided to give him a call. After my first meeting with Peter, I really felt the passion he has for his job and that he really does care about his clients. He DOES NOT want you to drink and drive again and he makes that very clear. He talks to you with respect but does expect a lot from you. You are the only one that put yourself in this predicament, never lose sight of that. I know I haven’t. After seven months my case was finally settled. Initially the outcome was hard to take mentally but after I was able to go home and really think about the verdict and what charges I had really been facing, I was lucky to have found Peter and was able to have him represent me. He got me the best possible outcome. Peter will work hard for you and you will have to work hard for him in return and for yourself really. Do the work (AA meetings, one-on-one counseling (thank you Lisa) and Peter will work hard to get you the best possible outcome. Peter doesn’t guarantee anything other than he will represent you to the best of his ability. Thank you so very much Peter for your dedication to my case and for your personal advice. I’d also like to thank Peter’s assistance Jessica (his right hand). Thank you for always making yourself available for any questions or concerns I might have had. Thank you so much for being so responsive and kind. I do not wish a DUI on anyone but If you find yourself facing a DUI in New Jersey, I wouldn’t consider any other attorney than Peter Lederman.

Posted by Vishal | May 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best DWI Attorney in NJ

When I first received my DWI, I was terrified, I thought I would lose my license, job, and overall, my humility. The weekend after I was arrested, I met with Peter that Monday afternoon, after doing as much research as I could over the weekend, looking for the best DWI lawyers in NJ. Peter's name cam...e up, and his reviews, while at first glance might not seem like they are real, are in fact real. I can personally attest to this fact. Peter Lederman is the best DWI lawyer in NJ. During the first meeting, I was given the assurance that he would work to get the best possible outcome in my case, and ultimately, I did. Throughout the process, Peter was always reachable, and his office is excellent to work with. Also, Peter is very stern in terms of what he demands from his clients, and I now realize the importance of the things he asks you to do. Additionally, I was a little disappointed towards the end of the whole process in regards to what the outcome would turn out to be, but I now realize that this was the best possible outcome in my case, and I cannot be any more grateful than I am now for having retained Peter as my attorney. I was able to go from a 2nd tier DWI, with stiff penalties, high BAC, and irrefutable evidence against me, to a tier one DWI with a 3-month suspension, with no BAC on record. This entire experience was life changing, and Peter not only made it bearable, but also guided me towards a path where I can remain standing at the end of the day, and continue living my life. Do not make the mistake of drinking and driving; call a friend, Uber, taxi, or whatever else, but please do not drink and drive. And, if you make do make the mistake, like I did, then make sure your first phone call is to a loved one telling them how sorry you are, and admitting your mistake, and the second one to the best DWI attorney in NJ, Peter Lederman.

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Christel Lugo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I have had the privilege of working with. He is incredibly well-versed in DUI/DWI law, with the seemingly effortless ability to cite cases and make cohesive arguments that win the day. I had the immense good-fortune of working with him on a DUI as co-counsel, and I gained a lot of insight into how to approach those cases due to his careful consideration and analysis of the facts. He was respectful and encouraging of my work product, while also giving me constructive feedback. He even put on a masterclass in how to handle client interactions. With his vast experience and his breadth of knowledge, Peter is definitely the advocate that you want on your side."

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Mark Apostolou

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is an authority in the field of DUI/DWI, and I have consulted with him regarding several complex issues. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients."

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Andrew Leimbach

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is an outstanding and well known attorney in the community with substantial experience handling DWI matters. I had the pleasure of attending one of his CLE seminars, gaining valuable knowledge in his field of DWI defense. He went above and beyond by staying after the lecture to answer questions and offered himself as a resource for any future issues. He has on countless occasions provided me with valuable information and insight into the art of defending a DWI case."

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Gary Flynn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is both a talented lawyer and a consummate gentleman. I have both taken ICLE seminars he has been a part of as well as observed him in court. I was in court on an occasion that Peter was in the middle of trying a DWI case. Now normally municipal court trials are not the most interesting cases to watch but I do take the opportunity to observe them when I am already in court to see if I can pick up some tips. Well I got more than that on the day I saw him. I got to see him skillfully poke holes in the prosecutors case while still remaining respectful to all involved. His client went from a DWI with other related charges to a ticket with low fines and no points. I can't remember the violation because it is so difficult to get for your client even in a speeding case where unsafe operation is a good result. He gave me his card and told me to call if I ever had any questions. The bottom line is not only did he call me back he gave me his cell #. He is a Lawyer's Lawyer"

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John Koufos

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the benefit of attending an intensive series of DWI classes taught by Peter. He is an authority on DWI law and always makes himself available to clients and colleagues."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Outstanding Attorney Of The Year, New Jersey State Bar Association

2020

Outstanding Attorney Of The Year, New Jersey State Bar Association

2006

Municipal Court Attorney of the Year award, Middlesex County Bar Association

2006

Court Practitioner of the Year, Middlesex County Bar Association

2000

Advocacy Award, New Jersey State Bar Association

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Equity Shareholder, Davison, Eastman, Munoz, Lederman & Paone

Associations

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

Member

2003 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Middlesex County Municipal Prosecutors Association

Member

Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey Association

Member

American Trial Lawyer Association

Member

2002 - 2008

Middlesex County Bar Association Municipal Court Committee

Member

1999 - 2001

New Jersey State Bar Association Municipal Court Section

Chairman

1997 - 2001

Middlesex County Bar Association Municipal Court Committee

Co-chair

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. FilsenBringhurst

Defendant allowed to make application

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Education

1974

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Franklin and Marshall College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

NJAJ Boardwalk Seminar

DWI Update

2016

New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Conference

"Municipal Court 101"

2016

New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Hot Topics in Municipal Court Law

2016

Middlesex County Bar Association

Annual DWI Seminar "How to try DWI Cases"

2008

Middlesex County Bar Association

DWI Sentencing Laws

2007

New Jersey State Bar Association

Trial of an Alcotest Case"

2007

Middlesex County Bar Association Seminar

DWI Sentencing Issues

2007

Mercer County Bar Association

Alcotest: So What's the Story

2006

Municipal Court Practice Committee

Update on DWI Sentencing Laws

N/A

Monmouth County Traffic Officers Association

DWI and Municipal Court

N/A

East Brunswick High School

DWI Sentencing as it Pertains to Underage Drinking

Publications

Languages

English

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