Elliot S Stomel

Elliot S Stomel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

426 Barby Lane, Cherry Hill, NJ

About Elliot

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

48 years | 4,000 cases

80%
Criminal Defense 10%

Practice includes both indictable and non-indictable offenses, as well as expungements of past criminal records.

48 years | 2,000 cases

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Includes Driving While Suspended/Revoked violations

48 years | 2,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 47 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1978

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 48 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1978

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Elliot S. Stomel, P.C

426 Barby Lane, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003

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Elliot S Stomel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

229 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 41 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Mel | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

New lease on life after DUI and possession of CDS.

I was pulled over for a routine speeding violation which grimly snowballed into a DUI with possession of CDS in the vehicle. After burning my only conditional discharge to avoid a prior criminal charge for marijuana possession and facing DUI in a town that specializes in catching drunken drivers I f...elt incredible angst, self-loathing, and desperation. Looking at the 9 tickets from the incident, I could see my dreams of becoming a professional degree holder, 7 years of schooling and $ 100,000 invested were spiraling down the drain. Certainly, I sifted through the waves of legal counsel with Mr. Stomel being the first I made contact with. He was extremely welcoming to my 9 AM phone call on a Saturday. Mr. Stomel took a significant amount of time discussing my situation. He offered sound advice, but moreover, he offered me peace of mind that I might actually resolve the matter. I continued to contact lawyers gaining more and more information about how screwed I really was. Eventually, I came back to Elliot for office consultation with more uncertainty. He never made any lofty promises. He acknowledged my main goal of avoiding the criminal charges for possession while never downplaying the severity of my DUI. He provided a list of detailed scenarios as to avoid any unforeseen twist and turns. After weeks of feeling the pressure of my world collapsing, I felt renewed after retaining Mr. Stomel's services. I can wholeheartedly say Mr. Stomel was the tops when it came to professionalism, patience, and pragmatism. The outcome was highly favorable and I look forward to working hard on my path to a professional degree. Elliot Stomel's services are recommended to the utmost degree for criminal and DUI matters. He is extremely knowledgeable and equally a gentleman. Do not hesitate to obtain his services if you find your world coming down on you.

Posted by Andrew | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

November 2016

Elliot S Stomel is someone that you want on your side if your in need of legal representation. His knowledge, experience, work ethic and professionalism are everything that you can expect or want from an attorney and then some! Upfront, honest and reliable , I can not think of a single negative thin...g to say about Elliot Stomel. Without elliots help the charges against me would have stuck. If your in new Jersey and looking for an attorney, look no further. 10 out of 10, 5 stars, 2 thumbs up! I'm so glad that I hired Elliot, and I'm sure that you will be to.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Elliot Stomel Review for representing DUI chanarges

I have hired Elliot Stomel twice for DUI/reckless driving charges in NJ. What I really liked about hiring Elliot is he was available and doesn't keep you waiting and wondering. When I called him for an initial consultation I had to leave a message be then he return my call promptly within an hour or... two, and it was HIM, not a different representative or an admin assistance/paralegal. He gave me good honest advice and I set up an appointment to meet him in his office. He answered all of my questions and he shared his knowledge. I felt like he had my back and I had confidence that I was in good hands. He was more expensive than some of the others I interviewed but considering the service and the results I don't believe he is over priced under my circumstances. As far as results, I believe Elliot Stomel did at least as well as anyone could expect under the circumstances. In one case he got me completely out of a DUI and a reckless driving charges. My charges were reduced to minor traffic violations. I would definitely hire Elliot Stomel again based on my experiences. Good luck finding a good attorney, you won't go wrong with Elliot Stomel.

Posted by Liz | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Ease Your Mind

Mr. Stomel generously consented to represent my boyfriend and I in a companion case after hearing the worry and concern in our voices. We had spoken to other lawyers but he actually called us back after we talked and said we could not afford his services and tried to help us out. We were concerned we... would not be able to afford him but Mr. Stomel set us up with a payment schedule that accommodated us, fulfilled the price of his services and he was well worth our money. If we had gone into court unrepresented, I believe without a doubt that we would have had our lives considerably set back from a mandatory 2 yr license suspension if I was found guilty and probation or possible jail time for my boyfriend. Throughout the entire process from first meeting to the court date itself, Mr. Stomel was by our side and explaining every aspect of the case and what we could expect. He was available through email, text and phone. He is extremely knowledgeable about the laws, why they are in place and what other options are out there. He is familiar with the court systems and has a close relationship with many of the judges and prosecutors from having practiced for many years. His professional abilities and range of knowledge alone was a great comfort. I never felt like I did not have a chance and the hope and comfortability that Mr. Stomel provided was simply amazing. We were nervous from day one and he was able to ease our nerves by being honest and straightforward. He was caring, friendly and honest, not qualities generally associated with a lawyer. He was not satisfied unless we were happy and he felt like our case was handled in the best possible manner. He let us know what the best and worst case scenario was and made sure that not having a criminal record was our highest priority, as young adults who had just graduated college. He arrived prior to our day in court and told us the outcome before we had to stand in front of a judge to ease the suspense. He sat with us in court and remained by our side until all fees were paid, we even walked out together. His attention to detail and our needs surpassed my expectations and we did not feel like our case was one of many but had his full attention. If you are wondering if all the reviews are trust worthy. They are. We chose Mr. Stomel from the reviews and are happy to report that our case resulted in the best possible outcome. I did not lose my license when I thought I would and my boyfriend did not have to go on probation. Every situation is different but you can be assured that Mr. Stomel will give your case his best shot and will always be honest with what you can expect, good or bad so that you know what is going on. He told us that after the court hearing we would say "That was it?" because we built it up in our head with our nerves. He knew what he was doing and we did actually say "That was it?" I cannot express how wonderful his services truly were. Thank You Mr. Stomel.

Posted by K.N | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI ticket

I was given a DUI, refusal, careless driving ticket. It was horrifying since I've never had even a speeding ticket before. The police officer was also giving me a tough time and basically wanted to make sure I got the maximum penalty possible. Choosing Mr. Stomel was the best decision I could have ma...de. First of all, his cost was the most reasonable among any lawyers I've talked to. I felt I could trust him He was honest, patient, and guided me through the process and actually made it quite painless. He knew the court system, prosecutors and judges in south jersey well and fought cleverly so I ended up with the minimal charge. Don't drink and drive. But if you get in trouble, Mr. Stomel is the lawyer you want to represent you.

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Elliot S Stomel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Gleaner

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Resnick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Elliot for more than 30 years and am in the same building with him. We speak often. I do not know a finer man or a better attorney. He obtains outstanding results for his clients all the time with total character, class and integrity. I am very comfortable making referrals to him. I know no one would work harder or do a better job for my clients than him. His success speaks for itself. His reputation in this industry is unparalled. I give him my highest recommendation. Charles G. Resnick, Esq."

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William Moore

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When it comes to DUI Defense, Elliot is the lawyer to talk to."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Andrew Ballerini

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He has years of experience with municipal court. Trust him with your case."

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Bruce Matez

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Elliot throughout my entire practice. He is knowledgeable, competent, skilled at negotiation and trying cases, and has significant experience. I highly recommend him for all municipal court matters."

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Lee Perlman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Stomel is well known and experienced in his area of concentration. Mr. Stomel gives his clients the attention that their cases deserve carefully. I highly recommend his services and his work product."

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Gary Borger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowing Elliot as a fellow attorney for over 30 years, I can strongly endorse him as a highly competent, knowledgeable, capable, and practical municipal court attorney. He takes great pride in the ethics of the practice of law and, accordingly, has a strong reputation and credibility in the legal community (before judges and among his fellow attorneys). That reputation for honest reputation of his clients is one of the strengths he brings to his cases to his clients' benefit. I strongly recommend Elliot for any municipal court matter."

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Donald Cobb

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work.. I am familiar with Mr. Stomel from his many insightful and intelligent answers to questions posted on Avvo. Always willing to help out and give good concise answers. In the end, you may need to hire an attorney to get to the outcome you seek, but at least here you can get a good start with his informative answers, blogs, and legal guides."

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Richard Flaster

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Although there would seem a bias, since Elliot Stomel is my brother-in-law, but this endorsement is based on objective factors and not our family relationship. Elliot is an experienced and highly competent lawyer in this field (ie., former Town Prosecutor and Public Defender) , and my law firm has referred countless cases to him that have produced very successful results."

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William Moore

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Resnick

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Bruce Matez

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lee Perlman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

2012

Client's Choice, Avvo

2012

Top Contributor, Avvo

2011

Top Attorneys (DWI), South Jersey Magazine

2010

Top Attorneys (Criminal law), South Jersey Magazine

Work Experience

1990 - Present

President, Elliot S. Stomel, P.C.

1982 - 2000

Municipal Public Defender, Camden City

1981 - 1999

Municipal Prosecutor, Cherry Hill Township

1978 - 1990

Partner, Sandone & Stomel

Associations

2012 - Present

Merchantville/Cherry Hill Consolidation Commission

Commissioner

1978 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

1978 - Present

Camden County Bar Association

2006 - 2012

Cherry Hill Library

Board of Trustees

1990 - 1999

New Jersey Municipal Prosecutors Association

Treasurer

1990 - 1999

Camden County Municipal Prosecutors Association

President

1983 - 1984

New Jersey State Bar Association

Executive Committee

Education

1977

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

Juris Doctor

1973

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Camden County Bar Association

Skills and Methods

2013

Camden County Bar Association

Advanced Municipal Court Practice

2013

Camden County Bar Association

Skills and Methods

2012

New Jersey ICLE

Advanced Municipal Court Practice

2012

Camden County Bar Association

Skills and Methods

2011

Rutgers University

Law and Society

2011

New Jersey ICLE

Advanced Municipal Court Practice

2011

Camden County Bar Association

Skills and Methods

2010

St. Joseph's University

Criminology

2010

St. Joseph's University

Law and Society

2010

Rutgers University

Law and Society

2009

Rutgers University Law School

Wrongful Termination

2009

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2008

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2007

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2006

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2005

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2004

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2003

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2002

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2001

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

2000

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1999

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1998

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1997

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1996

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1995

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal court Practice

1994

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1993

New Jersey ICLE

Municipal Court Practice

1992

New Jersey ICLE

Muncipal Court Practice

Languages

English

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