John Paul Velez

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John Paul Velez

4.9
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Netcong, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +2 more

123 US Highway 46, Ste. 1A, Netcong, NJ

About John

Biography

At Arbore Velez, LLC we are local attorneys with a statewide reputation! Call us today

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 20%

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

22 years

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

22 years

20%
Litigation 20%

22 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

22 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2019
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Arbore Velez, LLC

123 US Highway 46, Ste. 1A, Netcong, NJ, 07857

arborevelez.com/

John Paul Velez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Matt | October 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Violations

I went to John facing 9 points in tickets... in two separate municipalities. John was able to get almost all the points deducted without me paying a fortune in-court fees. John was also willing to lower the cost of representing me, which helped my finances immensely. I know many people fear that a la...wyer will take advantage of them in their vulnerable moments. But, I can assure you, John is an honest man. Overall, I'm beyond satisfied with what he accomplished and would recommend him to others.

Posted by Vincent | July 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Defense

I had three violations and only had to pay for one of them He did an excellent job

Posted by Michele | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Office Manager

The company I work for needed a local attorney to handle drivers' tickets, fines, etc. We began using John for all of our local cases. Since we began using his services, the outcome has been more than favorable. A few of the cases were dismissed completely and the others were downgraded. John is ...extremely knowledgeable and personable. If you ever find yourself in need of a great attorney I would highly recommend giving John a call. If John cannot help you he will advise you on how you should proceed.

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best possible outcome

I was facing felony drug possession charges as well as a number of traffic tickets and marajuana possession charges from the same arrest. Mr. Valez got my case remanded from superior to municipal court immediately, which took care of the felony charges. I should have lost my driving privileges in N...J as well because of some of the tickets, but Mr. Valez took care of that was well. He got me out of everything with a condional discharge and even managed to reduce my probation from 1 year down to 6 months. He knew the judges and prosecutors personally and has obviously had alot of experience with the NJ court system. I would definitely recommend Mr. Valez to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation to mine.

Posted by Meredith | April 17, 2017 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

An amazing man and terrific lawyer!

I met John while he was a public defender in Morris County. In every case he represented me he did an outstanding job. He always looked out for me and became a friend. During the worst times in my life he was there. He did his job and did it well. He fought for me every time. He always gave me the be...st legal advice as well as life. As here grew in his career and went to being a private attorney he never forgot about me. He stayed in touch and even visited me in the hospital. I can never repay John for all he has done for me. He recently helped me in a traffic case where I was facing jail time. Needless to say John did his magic again and I was amazed. I didn't do jail time and just paid a fine. He has represented me in criminal and traffic cases and every time he had done his very best. John is an amazing man and attorney. If you hire him you won't be disappointed. He will become your biggest advocate. Thank you John for your service and friendship.

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2019

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2018

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2017

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2016

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2015

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2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Forster Arbore Velez, Attorneys at Law

2005 - 2010

Assistant Deputy Public Defender, New Jersey Office Of The Public Defender

2004 - 2005

Judicial Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey Passaic

2003 - 2004

Student - Attorney, Howard University School Of Law

2002 - 2003

Legal Intern, Office Of The New Jersey Attorney General

2002 - 2004

Research Assistant, Howard University School Of Law

Associations

2012 - Present

Morris County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey

Member

Education

2004

Howard University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Montclair State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Assault by Auto

Assault by Auto

2015

Morris County Bar Association: LegalPalooza 2015

Municipal Court & Criminal Practice Update 2015: Hot Tips

Languages

English

Spanish

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