Jeffrey Steven Hark

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Jeffrey Steven Hark

5.0
208 reviews
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Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

1101 Rte 70 W (1101 MARLTON PIKE WEST), Cherry Hill, NJ

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About Jeffrey

Biography

CIVIL & CRIMINAL LAWYER - CAR ACCIDENTS, WORK-COMPENSATION, DRUG, GUNS, SEXUAL ALLEGATION CASES & DWIs - FAMILY, DIVORCE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, CUSTODY, VISITATION, SEPARATIONS, EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS, TRO-FRO, TERPO - FERPO DECISIONS CALL NOW AT (856) 281-1608

WE FIGHT TO GET YOU THE BEST RESULTS WITH ANY TYPE OF PERSONAL INJURY CASE IN ANY NJ COUNTY - CALL US NOW AT (856) 281-1608

DRUGS, GUNS, SEX CHARGES, DWI, INJURIES, WE HAVE THE EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR CHARGES IN NJ - CALL US NOW AT (856) 281-1608

WE HAVE REPRESENTED ALL DRIVER & PASSENGER COMP AND PI CLAIMS AGAINST ALL TRUCKING COMPANIES IN NJ - CALL US NOW AT (856) 281-1608

WE ARE YOUR WORKERS COMPENSATION LAW FIRM THROUGHOUT THE STATE FOR ANY TYPE OF INJURY YOU SUFFERED!! CALL US NOW AT (856) 281-1608

FAMILY, DIVORCE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, CUSTODY, VISITATION, SEPARATIONS, EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS, TRO-FRO, TERPO - FERPO DECISIONS

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

As trial attorneys we handle types of personal injury matters in New Jersey Courts involving car accidents, truck crashes, commercial vehicles, school buses, tractor trailers, dump trucks. We are not afraid to go to court for you to obtain the best results.

33 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

I handle all criminal matters in state and federal courts in New Jersey. As trial attorneys we handle all gun crimes, drug crimes, sex offenses, and DWI related homicides and vehicular homicide cases.

33 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Trucking Accident 20%

As trial attorneys we handle types of personal injury matters in New Jersey Courts involving car accidents, truck crashes, commercial vehicles, school buses, tractor trailers, dump trucks. We are not afraid to go to court for you to obtain the best results. Many times we have represented out of state drivers injured in New Jersey and who are required to file their law suits in NJ.

33 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Workers Compensation 19%

We represent many individuals who have been injured on the job in all the Workers Compensation courts in New Jersey. Our clients include many truck drivers, delivery personnel, health care workers, police officers, state employees. Often times our clients are involved in major commercial vehicle crashes and do not realize they are entitled to bring a compensation claim as well as a claim against the responsible party for their injury recovery.

33 years | 1,000 cases

19%
Divorce and Separation 11%

We have experience handling small and large divorce and separations and restraining order cases. As trial attorneys with over 26 years of litigation experiences we are able to help you with you personal family matters.

21 years | 94 cases

11%

Fees and Rates

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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

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Hark & Hark Pc

1101 Rte 70 W (1101 MARLTON PIKE WEST), Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002

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Jeffrey Steven Hark's Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 38 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Frazier | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI CONVICTION

Mr. Hark represented made for a DUI for the last 6 months. I hired him after reading all of the reviews listed below on the internet. Mr.Hark went to court with me numerous times, reviewed all the discovery with me, obtained the experts he promised, and fought with thevprosecutor at every step of... the way. In the end even though I had to plead guilty to the charge, mr. Hark got the refusal charge thrown out, the reckless driving charge thrown out, and was successfully able to have my period of suspension reduced to three months from well over a year. He followed through on everything he told me after our initial meeting and was honest direct and straightforward with me. Losing stinks but Mr Hart helped minimize the damage as much as possible and helped me understand how this was the best of a worst-case scenario. I would highly recommend Jeffrey Hark for anybody in a similar circumstance as myself looking at losing my job, losing my CDL, losing my profession.

Posted by Martina | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Jeff did a great job for my family!

My family hired mr. Hark rto represent us for a very serious criminal matter involving my brother. When we first contacted mr. Heart we were so scared and concerned about our family member going to State Prison. The charges were so serious and we were so overwhelmed. Mr. Hart helped us feel at ease c...ome as relaxed as possible given the circumstances. He gave us advice every step of the way had to handle the matter and it was always accessible and accommodating to any of our questions while we sat around and wearing day in and day out during this long difficult process. Mr. Hark was able to negotiate a resolution that involved no State Prison thank God, and only some probation with minimal issues. We're so glad we came to him and So Satisfied with the result. We found mr. Harp through the internet and had read reviews from other clients on this webpage before we came in. Honestly, we didn't believe all of them because almost every review is too glowing and positive. The funny thing is, after working with mr. Hark for the last 12 months, I have come to realize that every one of the reviews from every one of the clients underneath me are really true. Mr. Heart listen to everything every one of my family members had to say, answered all of our family questions whenever we called comma met in his office whenever we wanted to see him and was compilate courteous professional and comforting every time we were together. I strongly would recommend Mr. Hark for your criminal or personal injury or workers compensation matter because I am sure if he brings the same level of intensity compassion and personal concern to those cases as he did for our awful criminal matter. His staff also is accessible helpful confident and very nice as well.

Posted by Rosanna | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

All theswe reviewa are true

I chose Mr. Hark after searching the Internet and reading these reviews. Ironically a famply member gave us Mr harks phone number after we had already established him. I'm not one to write these reviews and am not really tech savvy or lawyer savvy. However I really want to tell those reading these... reviews and looking for a seriously experiences nice and competent attorney to help them with workers comp issues that Jeff is the guy. Helpful, yes. I touch with us regularly, yes. Keeping us informed, yes. Fighting for us, always. Jeff and his staff helped my family tremendously during his rwally painful and difficult time ointment our lives. He ans his staff, nancy and terrie, made what seemed to be a scary process easier and manageable. We are putting a settlement though in a few weeks and now I can Surely recommend him to anyone who needs to fight back against their employer and the insurance company. I would highly recommend Mr hark any day of the week.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Great attorney

I was involved in a car accident about a year ago, and we have just decided on a settlement where Mr.Hark fought and worked very hard to get me what I deserved and needed. I was more than happy with the work he did and the results- and fast! He was very informative and kept me involved every step of ...the way. He was great! The funny thing was at the beginning of this whole process the insurance company offered me money. I was very tempted to take it. I talked to a friend of mine who put me in touch with Mr. Hark who told me how awful that would be and at the insurance company was taking advantage of me. Eight months later instead of walking away with virtually nothing I walked away with such a substantial amount of money that I cannot believe it. Never trust any insurance company adjuster when they are attempting to deal with you first hand. Everything Mr. Hart said was 100% accurate honest truthful. He communicated with me and my mom on a regular basis and made me feel comfortable and protected. I am grateful for having patience in waiting and thinking for two seconds because these funds will go a long way to help me move forward in my life. Thanks again Mr.Hark.

Posted by Todd | June 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

This guy should have more than 5 stars!

Five stars is not enough for Mr. Hark. I have never written a review for anybody but I feel compelled because Mr. Hark essentially saved my life. For anybody looking for an attorney to help them with drug addiction, criminal charges, recovery, and the path to normalcy from the depths of drug abuse ...please read on. This is the attorney you need to hire to help you take back your life, to take back your family, and to feel like a person again. As I was spiraling out of control with mental health issues, drug abuse, and long-term drug addiction issues; the law finally caught up with me and I was facing substantial state prison time or possible suicide. Mr. Hark took the time to work with my wife and me over the course of four years from my initial arrest, incarceration, mental health incarceration, and outpatient recovery. One year ago he negotiated a deal for me that included a terrific probationary sentence, no jail time, and all I had to do was continue my mental health treatment and intensive outpatient therapy. We talked on a regular basis and he was personally involved with every aspect of my case every day. He communicated with my wife, got all the necessary documents from my medical providers, and answered any of my questions at anytime whether over the phone or by email. He was personally involved to help me every step of the way. Unfortunately, the depths of my denial were not fully obvious to me when I blew off the probation department and relatively insignificant probation obligations of reporting, community service, continued IOP and mental health treatment. As a result I was again looking at a long state prison term of incarceration. Mr. Hark's patience, excellent direction, and gentle persuasive expertise helped coax me back onto the train of recovery and no jail. As he told me the day that I hired him four years ago, I would be my own worst enemy. I have been my worst enemy, and he has been an excellent attorney and good friend to help me through what I have now ... a long-term physical illness that I must work with on a daily basis. Although the roots of my disease run deep, I am grateful that Mr. Hark was able to communicate to me and communicate to the court in a manner that saved my life. Mr. Hark helped to set up, maintain, and enable me to successfully participate on a regular basis with the appropriate therapy, counseling, antidepressant medication and Suboxone treatment that have enabled me to successfully integrate back into the community as a contributing member of society, as opposed to a jailed inmate labeled drug addict!

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Deborah Kolodner

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Clients I have referred to Jeffrey Hark have been very satisfied with the outcomes of the cases he has handled for them. He is tough and effective."

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Brian Fishman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jeffrey Hark for over twenty years and he is one of the top attorneys in South Jersey. Any client of mine that has a criminal or personal injury matter in South Jersey is referred to Mr. Hark. And, I always get positive feedback regarding his representation. Whether it's protecting the constitutional rights of the criminally-accused or seeking compensation for someone injured due to the negligence of another, I know that Jeffrey Hark is the zealous advocate you want standing next to you in the courtroom. If a loved one of mine was charged with a crime in South Jersey, I would hire Jeffrey Hark. I can give no higher praise to a fellow attorney."

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Marques Goetsch

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Hark has an excellent reputation as a criminal defense lawyer in New Jersey."

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Lee Perlman

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jeffrey since 1990. I have referred both criminal and personal injury matters to Jeffrey. The client referrals from my firm to his have been highly satisfied with his work ethic and tenacity. Simply stated, Jeff does not quit until he gets the results clients deserve. He is aggressive and intransigent, when the case requires it. I highly recommend him and his team!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Lifetime Achievement, America's Top 100 Attorneys

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Managing Partner, Hark & Hark

1994 - 1994

Associate, Marshall Dennehey Law Office

1993 - 1994

Clerk, Supreme Court Of New Jersey

Associations

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association of Trial Lawyers

Member

Camden County Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Syracuse University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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