Elliot S Stomel

I was recently charged criminally for something I didn’t do nor could have for numerous reasons, one being that I wasn’t even present or had any knowledge an event occurred, etc. No doubt COVID 19 and not being able to engage face to face with various court officials compounded the situation. I was... originally advised by others that I would just have to let the process “play out” and that no doubt the charges would be dismissed during the “CJP”, “PIC”, etc., process. While that may be how it is supposed to occur due to backlogs created by the pandemic these “hearings” were nothing more than asking if you understood your charges, if you had an attorney or if you were seeking representation from a public defender. (If you qualified of course meaning if you work and make over a certain amount you don’t qualify). At no time was it made known to the court that I wasn’t present, that the incident involved a medical emergency and not a crime, etc., nor was I permitted to present the information. In short the steps in place that are supposed to prevent this level of escalation did not. My employment requires criminal background checks at various intervals and being an “At Will” employee not getting the matter addressed in a timely matter could significantly affect my career. Having never needed the services of a criminal attorney I did my research and spoke to a few attorney friends and all roads led to Elliot Stomel. His expertise and experience were known to all, including the Superior Court Officers/Officials. His professionalism and advocacy were second to none AND he picks up the phone and actually talks to you himself!!! He was always available, he had a command of what was going to occur, advise as to how to best proceed and by securing his services I had all charges dismissed and am also using him during the expungement process to expedite the process as well as to ensure it is thoroughly performed for as with all other items in my experience the pandemic is causing backlogs in all areas of the judicial/court system. I provide my highest recommendations for Mr. Stomel without reservation.

Elliot was excellent in representing me. He was sure to explain all of the options I had the first time I met him. He did not give me false hopes that he could guarantee my innocence in any way. He knew the courts well, which helped him to identify the actions he was fairly certain would be taken co...nsidering my charges. Elliot was able to get me the best outcomes possible (for a guilty person) with the help of the prosecutor; 5/7 of my charges were dropped, while 2/7 received the minimum charges since this was a first offense. The criminal charge was downgraded to a local ordinance, that can be expunged in 2 years. I am thankful to have hired who I did, I highly recommend Elliot if you are struggling with any charges in Cherry Hill.

Great communication between Elliot and I. You can reach him on his personal phone and will call you back within reasonable time, minding he may be with another client or in court. Gave great council and knew everyone in the Cherry Hill Municipal Court. He was able to get my charges downgraded. Furthe...rmore was able to have me placed on conditional discharge with charges being eligible for expungement after a year of probation. I am an out of state client who is 100% pleased with his service. Thank you , Elliot!

I hired Elliot Stomel to defend me in a criminal matter in Cherry Hill, NJ. From the very beginning he managed every minute detail of the case with care and a professional demeanor unmatched by other legal counsel. He took the time to review every aspect of my case with me. Despite the severity of th...e charges I felt the up most confidence going into court having him represent me. Obviously avoiding any severe penalties, such as: jail time, probation, community service, or financial penalties was my main concern. However, I was also concerned with how these charges would affect my future aspirations to join the military and apply for law school. Not only did he prevent me from receiving any jail time or financial penalties for the charges that were brought up against me, he was able to get all charges dismissed and keep me criminal record untarnished. An accomplishment I thought impossible given my situation. He kept my aspirations to join the military and apply for law school alive, a service that, in my opinion, has no price. Even after he had already accomplished these extraordinary results on my behalf, he moved to expunge the arrests the very same day. From beginning to end he handled every aspect of my case, achieved fantastic results, and managed to keep my criminal record untarnished. He is, bar none, one of the best attorney’s I have had the esteemed pleasure to work with.