Jeffrey Steven Hark

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Jeffrey Steven Hark

5.0
207 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 31 - 35 of 38 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Celeste | May 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Top notch criminal law attorney!

I hired Mr. Hark for a serious criminal matter involving my ex-husband. I had previously used a public defender who was attempting to talk me into a state prison term of jail. Not only would this affect my children and my freedom, but I would also lose my nursing license with a criminal conviction o...n my record. Mr. Hark met with me whenever I needed to discuss the case, communicated with me regularly about the development of my case, made me feel at ease about the case, and ultimately got the entire case dismissed and thrown out of Court. A Judgment of Dismissal was entered on the day we were scheduled to begin Trial! Mr. Hark believed in me, he believed in the facts of my case and he believe that my husband was attempting to use criminal charges as a means to get at me, my children and my job. I am fortunate now to have a lifelong attorney in Mr. Hark. I have the utmost confidence in his abilities and communication skills. He was also willing to enter into a payment plan that worked for my budget. Mr. Hark's staff was always responsive to my needs and made me feel comfortable whenever I called or needed to schedule an appointment. I know I sound like many of the other reviews here on AVVO but they too are the truth and reflect Mr. Hark's flexibility, passion and commitment to helping his clients in times of great personal difficulty. I would highly recommend Mr. Hark to anyone that finds themselves facing legal issues!

Posted by Shawn | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Workers Comp and Personal Injury Claims

Jeff has been representing me since June 2014 when I was involved in a catastrophic truck crash. He's presently representing me for the Worker's Compensation and third-party case against the other driver that drove into oncoming traffic with a loaded triaxle dump truck and struck my dump truck. T...his guy is the real deal. Whenever I have a question or need assistance regarding anything involving my two cases or a personal matter, he is always right there at the other end of the phone. If I'm up in the middle the night worrying about my case or worrying about my treatment or worrying about temporary disability benefits, I email him or text him knowing that he will contact me first thing in the morning. There are many days that he stops by my house when he's been on the way to Court to answer my questions in person, meet with my family, and help me through this very traumatic time. He also doesn't take any BS. He knows when I have missed doctors appointments, have not been going to therapy, and when I'm not doing what I am supposed to be doing. He can read between the lines and between my words all the time. He makes every effort to get me back on track, give me hope that I'll be able to get back into a truck and hope that we will arrive at a resolution that will get my life back in order. His office is on the ball regarding almost every doctor's appointment, every Court event, every legal aspect of the Worker's Compensation and personal injury case. They are constantly in touch with me and also very approachable, helpful, courteous, professional and downright my new best friends. I know if I have a question I can call Jeff and his staff and if they don't have the answer right then and there, they'll have an answer by the end of the day. I have recommended Jeff to many friends for criminal, civil and Worker's Compensation cases because I know how well, how thorough and how completely he has been representing me and my cases even if they are not done yet. I guess what I'm trying to say is, if you need an attorney Jeff Hark at Hark & Hark is the guy to go to, without a doubt.

Posted by Angela | February 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Animal & Dog Bites

Above my expectations

Mr. Hark recently settled a case for my son who was bit by a dog in Camden. I found Mr. Hark after reviewing his website on my cell phone while in the emergency room crying. Mr. Hark met me immediately, and commenced his investigation and handling of our case. Not only did he find the property o...wner, his investigator found and conducted a thorough and complete examination of the property in question, met our family at our property nearby, and communicated with me on a regular basis. Within seven months the case was settled for a substantial amount of money that will help put my son through college when he turns 18. My husband cannot believe how successful we were in resolving this case as quickly as we did. He had another attorney represent him for a personal injury matter that went on for years and years and eventually settled for a little bit or no money. Mr. Hark communicated with me on a regular basis, assisted our family in obtaining the psychological counseling and services my son desperately needed, plastic surgery consult he desperately needed, and ultimately became a family friend. Whenever I called, he was available, answered all of my questions, and made me feel secure and taken care of. He made sure all the medical bills were paid and the ultimate settlement was in our family's best interest. I fully intend to recommend him to any of my friends or coworkers if and when they are looking for an honest, dependable, straightforward attorney who will absolutely work for their benefit.

Posted by Maureen | September 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

High recommendation for a Workers Compensation Attorney

I highly recommend Mr. Hark for any Workers Compensation case you may have. I met Mr. Hark through a referral from a physician that was treating me following my work related injury. Mr. Hark met me wherever I needed him to because I was unable to drive at the time. He made sure I received all the med...ical treatment necessary and reasonable for my type of injury. He also made sure the insurance company paid me every dollar of temporary disability benefits they were obligated to pay both pre and post surgery. Don't ever be concerned about Mr. Hark or his staff calling you back. He usually emailed me at 6:30 in the morning, his staff is in at seven, and they even email me at the end of the day after 8, 9 or 10 o'clock at night just to make sure I was OK and was receiving the medical and temporary disability benefits I was entitled to. When it came time to settle my Workers Compensation case, I met with Mr. Hark several times, he explained everything to me and obtained the best and quickest result I could have hoped for. His staff is always honest, direct, straightforward, helpful and very responsive to any of my questions, concerns, anxieties and needs as I moved through the Worker's Compensation process. Again, I strongly recommend Mr. Hark. He always dealt with me on such a wonderfully warm and personal level during all of our meetings. He always made me feel comfortable and explained everything to me in a manner that I understood. I was very satisfied with the end result.

Posted by Linda | September 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Death

The very best by far!

I hired Jeffrey Hark to represent me for a very serious, terrible accident that involved the death of my son. I agree with all the other reviews about Mr. Hark both professionally and personally. I just want to add a few of my own comments so people really understand the amazing, sensitive and profes...sional attorney you can deal with. Honestly, there were many days that I called Jeffrey crying because of the type of case we were working on together. He always provided me with his full attention, the utmost humility and patience. He and his staff gave me a reassured feeling that he was taking care of everything. Honestly, I couldn't handle anything and he did everything for me to make me feel better. I never was worried about Mr. Hark working on my file or where we were in the litigation process. Not only did he keep me informed at every stage, he always sent me paperwork to keep me informed and knowledgeable of where we were every step of the way. When we spoke, which was often, Jeffrey always communicated with me directly, honestly and in a very professional manner. Whether I emailed him, his secretary or his paralegal, I always got a response either first thing in the morning, by the end of the day or a phone call immediately. I didn't have to do anything and never worried about the outcome because I had such confidence in Mr. Hark's ability. Unfortunately, the tremendous success we achieved in the Courtroom will never bring my son back, however, I know I have a lifelong friend and attorney I can turn to if ever I need assistance again.

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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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