Joseph S. Scura

Joseph S. Scura

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Morristown, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation

60 Washington Street, Suite 200, Morristown, NJ

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

Violent Crimes, Drug Offenses, Robbery, Theft, Gun/Weapon Offenses, Sexual Offenses, Domestic Violence, Computer Crimes, Fraud, Juvenile Matters, Post-Conviction Relief, DWI/DUI and other serious traffic matters.

70%
DUI and DWI 20%

DWI, Refusal , as well as other serious Municipal Court and traffic matters.

20%
Litigation 10%

Civil Litigation, Contract Disputes, Employment Law, General Civil

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 16 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Joseph S. Scura

60 Washington Street, Suite 200, Morristown, NJ, 07960

Law Office of Joseph S. Scura

331 Central Ave., Orange, NJ, 07050

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Joseph S. Scura's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | November 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding

Joe Scura is an excellent attorney with extensive knowledge within his field of expertise and beyond. He takes time to understand the finite and unique details of your particular situation. He spent time explaining how the matter could be best addressed and the potential outcomes. In the end, the... matter was resolved as he intended, which was an ideal outcome.

Posted by William | April 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Competent, knowledgeable, focused.

I couldn't recommend Joe Scura and his team more highly. Five stars is not enough. An extremely knowledgeable professional who follows up promptly and maintains contact. He patiently guided me through the legal system and worked tirelessly to turn a potentially serious situation into a dismissal w...ithout trial. I hope that there will never be another situation where I would need an attorney, but if so, I would call upon Joe's services without hesitation.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A highly experienced and honest attorney

I hired Joe to represent me in an unusual personal injury case. He is very knowledgeable of the law and communicated everything to me in great detail, including an explanation of all potential scenarios. This allowed us to chose the right strategies in each step of the case. He is patient and thin...ks through every detail before making a final decision. He was always upfront and honest in all our discussions. His is an excellent strategist, highly professional and easy to work with. The case ended in my favor thanks to Joe's excellent work.

Posted by syndi | March 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rect Court Case

Mr. Scura recently handled a court case for me that was very difficult for me to handle but he was able to relax me and handled the case with the upmost professionalism. He was able to reduce my court appearances and helped me to lower the charges.

Posted by ppan | October 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

First Rate

Mr. Scura recently helped me with my driving violations case. I was facing multiple tickets and penalties as part of a complaint recorded by a Central NJ municipality. Feeling confused and stressed, I left a message with the Law Offices of Joseph S. Scura. Mr. Scura called me back that day from hi...s vacation. I spoke with no less than 5 potential attorneys within the surrounding area of the municipality prior to discussing my case with Joe. Joe spent considerable time patiently taking my questions and providing honest feedback based on my initial verbal account and describing some corresponding options to me for moving forward, whether or not I elected to work with him, or if I went with a different advocate who may have been based closer geographically to the prosecuting municipality. That said, I was struck by Mr. Scura’s composed and intelligent demeanor, his clear command of legal knowledge for the matters that impacted my case as well as the transparent manner in which he was able to articulate it for me, and his overall appreciation and sensitivity to my position and the potential legal consequences I might have been facing. This was no less than a consumate professional, and I knew Mr. Scura was the right choice. It should be noted that at no time I felt any pressure or sales gimmicks. There was a total absence of either the borderline fear tactics or the over-promising of results that you sometimes run into if searching through an overwhelming list of Internet search results. After hiring the services of Joe Scura, I continued to be impressed and thankful for the A+ level of service I received throughout the process leading up to my court date. Mr. Scura and his offices handled everything, top to bottom. Being a neurotically detailed individual myself, I was grateful for how everything was being taken care of and how my calls were being responded to in a timely manner and that I was being kept in the loop throughout. Joe even called me back on a Sunday, and he did not have to do that. I think he appreciated and understood the personal angst this experience was privately causing me and was an exceptionally patient advocate who was effective at reiterating the benefits of adopting a stabilizing and grounded legal mindset, something I remain very thankful for personally. Mr. Scura identified and executed the path forward for my case early on and, as a result of his efforts, knowledge, skills and preparation, was able to achieve best-case success on my behalf come court time. Mr. Scura was able to enter a municipality within a geographical location I’m not sure his offices normally have cause to interact with and he engaged with the prosecutor over the course of some time in order to totally eliminate one serious ticket I was charged with and then also reduce another 4-point ticket to a zero-point offense with an accompanying fee. In my view, Mr. Scura demonstrated professional persistence and a sincere interest in advocating for the legal rights of his client. Mr. Scura then carefully explained to me the newly available options resulting from his dialogue with the prosecutor and wanted to ensure I understood the pro’s and con’s of each so that we had a consensus I felt good about prior to finalizing (once again, always taking care to prioritize the client’s well-being and best interests.) In the end, the results of my case were obviously exceptional. That said, they may have only been equaled by the quality of service which drove them. If you’re reading this and seeking legal advice, you will save time and thank yourself by reaching out to the Law Offices of Joseph S. Scura.

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Joseph S. Scura's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Bruno

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe is a true professional and fearless advocate for his clients. I was Joe's adversary several times while I was a Morris County Assistant Prosecutor. Joe has a great grasp of the law and was a pleasure to deal with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matheu Nunn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I initially met Joe while I was a Morris County Prosecutor. We have since crossed paths now that I am in private practice. From both of my vantage points, Joe is a tremendous criminal defense attorney; he is thoroughly prepared and undeterred from taking on "heavy" criminal matters -- yet, can also handle the more routine municipal court subjects."

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Shai Mehani

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is well liked and well respected in the legal community. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Mark

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an intelligent hard-working attorney. He is devoted to his clients and treats them honestly while giving them the best chance at success."

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Michele Austin

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a great attorney with a great respect for his clients. He is diligent about providing the best representation possible for each client he has and is always conscientious about his research."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Best of New Jersey, Italian Tribune

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney/Trial Lawyer, Law Office of Joseph S. Scura

2011 - 2011

Temporary Staff/Special Appointment, NJ Office Of The Public Defender

2009 - 2012

Attorney, Public Defender-Twp. of East Hanover

2008 - 2009

Law Clerk to the Hon. Ernest M. Caposela, New Jersey Judiciary

2008 - 2009

Special Civil Mediator, New Jersey Judiciary

2008 - 2009

Landlord Tenant Mediator, New Jersey Judiciary

2006 - 2008

Law Clerk, New Jersey Office of the Public Defender

Associations

2014 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member/Honoree

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member/Honoree

2011 - Present

Morris County Bar Association

2010 - Present

Harvard's Online Media Legal Network (OMLN.org)

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

2009 - Present

Passaic County Bar Association

2009 - Present

New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Anonymous

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Education

2008

American University, Washington College of Law

Juris Doctor

2005

Fairleigh Dickinson University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Miami

Speaking Engagements

2017

Alumni Association Meeting

Expungement Law Updates for Drug Court Graduates

2016

Law and Public Policy Program

Guest lecturer, criminal defense perspectives

Publications

2012

New Jersey Criminal Law Blog Sinister Facts

2011

New Jersey Criminal Law Blog Two Years in Solo Practice

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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