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Douglas Wayne Jones Jr
- Barnegat, NJ
- Licensed for 20 years
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About Douglas
Mr. Jones has been practicing law since 1999 and is admitted in all the New Jersey Courts including the Federal District Court and the Federal 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals. In 2006, Mr. Jones was admitted to practice and argue before the United States Supreme Court.
Mr. Jones began his legal career with Schibell & Mennie, LLC and primarily practiced Municipal Court and Indictable Criminal Defense, trying many cases to conclusion.
In October, 2001 Mr. Jones joined Edmund P. Glasner, Esq. where he gained experience in Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Business Law/Litigation and Consumer Fraud matters. Mr. Jones also became an Assistant Prosecutor in several Ocean County towns.
In 2005, Mr. Jones joined Citta, Holzapfel, Zabarsky and Simon. There Mr. Jones developed a greater role as a Municipal Prosecutor, serving in 27 towns in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Mr. Jones also represented various county and local governmental entities. Mr. Jones left the Citta firm in April, 2008 to join Rothstein, Mandell, Strohm & Must.
In May, 2009 Mr. Jones opened his own Firm. Mr. Jones focuses on Workers' Compensation Law, Personal Injury Law, Municipal Court Defense, Business Law/Litigation, General Litigation, Residential & Commercial Real Estate, Wills, Estates and Matrimonial Services.
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 25%
Mr. Jones is a former Municipal Prosecutor for 27 towns in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Mr. Jones represented the State in the following Municipal Courts - Barnegat, Bay Head, Beach Haven, Beachwood, Berkeley, Brick, Brielle, Eagleswood, Harvey Cedars, Holmdel, Howell, Jackson, Lacey, Lakewood, Lavallette, Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach, Manasquan, Mantoloking, Ocean Gate, Ocean Township (Waretown), Point Pleasant, Ship Bottom, South Toms River, Stafford (Manahawkin), Toms River & others.
21 years, 1,000 cases
- Workers compensation: 24%
Mr. Jones has extensive experience in Workers' Compensation matters. If you are injured, you may be asking yourself: How do I get medical treatment? Who will pay me if I cannot work? How will I be compensated if I have a permanent injury? What happens if I need treatment after my case is over? Mr. Jones can answer these questions and fight to protect your rights. In Workers' Compensation matters, there is no fee unless there is a recovery.
19 years, 200 cases
- Business: 20%
The Firm provides legal advice and services to numerous small to medium sized businesses. Mr. Jones has helped new businesses incorporate and register with the various Federal and State agencies. The Firm has protected it's clients from frivolous lawsuits, negotiated leases and contracts, revised corporate/business documents in compliance with the Consumer Fraud Statutes, pursued collections of delinquent accounts and performed other legal service necessary for our clients' success.
16 years, 50 cases
- Personal injury: 15%
Mr. Jones has represented victims of assaults, auto accidents, dog bites, slip and falls and many other people who were injured as the result of someone else's negligence.
19 years, 100 cases
- Real estate: 11%
Mr. Jones has represented both Buyers and Sellers of Residential and Commercial Properties.
21 years, 200 cases
- Landlord or tenant: 5%
The Firm has represented both Tenants and Landlord with issues such as lease agreements, violations of lease agreements, violations of rules and regulations, non payment of rent, rent abatement, evictions and security deposit concerns.
16 years, 25 cases
Languages spoken
English
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ | Active | 1999 | 04/11/2019 |
| Legal answers | 780 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Best Attorney/Law Firm | Best in Waretown | 2013 |
| Member | Who's Who Legal | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Law Office of Douglas W. Jones, Jr., LLC | 2009 - Present |
| Associate | Rothstein, Mandel, Strohm & Must | 2008 - 2009 |
| Associate | Citta, Holzapfel & Zabarski | 2005 - 2008 |
| Prosecuting Attorney | Monmouth County Courthouse | 2005 - 2007 |
| Associate | Law Office of Edmund P. Glasner | 2001 - 2005 |
| Associate | Schibell & Mennie, LLC | 1999 - 2001 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey State Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Seton Hall University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1999 |
| Seton Hall University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State v. JR | Case was Dismissed |
| State v. CM | Client Plead to a Zero Point Offense with remaining charge Dismissed |
| State v. A.S. | Client Plead Guilty to An Expired Licenses and Carles Driving. Fines only. No Jail and No Loss of License |
| State v. EG | Defendant Plead Guilty to a Zero point offense without loosing his license |
| State v. JA | Charges were dismissed |
| State v. TP | 4 point ticket reduced to 0 points a $50 fine |
|---|---|
| State v. Palermo | Tickets related to traffic accident were dismissed |
| State v. Rodmell | Client plead guilty to lesser charge. No loss of license. Small fine |
| State v. Dragula | Defendant plead guilty to fictitious plate and unregistered vehicle. All others dismissed. No loss of license. Small Fines |
| State v. LR | Client plead guilty to a zero point offense without a loss of her license |
| State v. JG | Ticket Dismissed |
| State v. EB | DWI Amended to a lower tier, all other tickets Dismissed Conditional Discharge on Drug Offense |
| State v. NR | After speaking with the prosecutor, the client plead guilty to having an expired license and a zero point ticket - NO suspension and NO points |
| State v. AT | Ticket Dismissed |
| State v. JF | Client plead guilty to a zero point offense |
| State v. HF | Client plead guilty to a zero point offense and paid less than $100.00 in fines and costs |
| State v. JP | Client plead guilty to a lesser speed, with a small fine |
| State v. LR | After various Motions and legal arguments, the DWI charge was dismissed and my Client plead guilty to Reckless Driving with a minimum fine and loss of license |
| State v. RD | After discussing the case with the Prosecutor, my client plead guilty to zero-point violation with a minimum (less than $100.00) fine. |
| State v. Moran | After discussing the case with the Prosecutor, my client plead guilty to one zero point violation with the remaining ticket being dismissed. |
| State v. LF | Spoke with the Prosecutor and was able to have the violation amended to a zero point ticket with a $56.00 fine |
| State v. F.N. | After various Motions and arguments raised with the Prosecutor, Defendant plead guilty to a lesser speed, no loss of license and the remaining tickets were dismissed |
| State v. Vargas | The Speeding ticket was reduced to a 2 point violation and the remaining charge was dismissed. Client was saved from 5 additional points and hundreds of dollars in additional fines |
| State v. D.W. | After various Motions and arguments, Criminal Offense was Amended to a Non-CDS Offense with additional guilty plea to motor vehicle offense. No loss of license, no jail/probation and minimum fines |
| State v. Connor | Despite the Client's poor driving record, after discussing the matter with the prosecutor and issuing officer, the offense was amended to a zero point offense with a minimum fine. |
| State v. Kelley | After various Motions and arguments, Criminal Offense was Amended to a municipal oridinance violation (non-criminal). No jail/probation and minimum fine |
| State v. E.S. | Ticket Amended to a Zero Point Offense with a $50.00 fine |
| State v. O'Rourke | Ticket Amended to a Zero Point Ticket with a $56.00 fine |
| State v. Isaev | Tickets Dismissed - Contempt (for non appearance) Fine Significantly Reduced |
| State v. Isaev | Speeding Ticket Dismissed - Guilty to an Expired License - Fine Only No Loss of License |
| State v. A.T | Equipment violation Dismissed - Guilty to an Expired License - Fine only, No Loss of License |
| State v. TP | Guilty to Document Violation, Court Costs Only. All other charges Dismissed |
| State v. MM | Point Violation Amended to a Zero Point Ticket with a $50.00 fine |
| State v. RD | Alcotest Readings Thrown Out, Guilty to Lesser Offense DWI. Other Charges Dismissed |
| State v. L.B. | Guilty to Failure to Report, Miminimal Fine Only, All Other Charges Dismissed |
| State v. D.S. | Alcotest Readings Thrown Out, Guilty to observation DWI with minimal license suspension and fines, all other charges dismissed |
| State v. Knight | Driving While Suspended Amended to Driving With an Expired License and Guilty Plea to Failure to Report. All other Charges Dismissed. No Suspensions. |
| State v. E.K. | All Charges Dismissed |
| K.D. v. Cherone | Client received a significant settlement. |
| State v. Walters | DWI Dismissed, Guilty on the Reckless Driving, Speeding Dismissed |
| J.S. v. Johns Oil Service | Client received a significant settlement and the right to seek more treatment/money in the future |
| L.P. v. Green Acres | Client received a significant settlement and the right to seek more treatment/money in the future |
| S. D. v. Cherone | Client received a significant settlement. |
| State v. Akshar | The 5 point ticket was amended to a Zero Point Offense |
| State v. Lioudis | Alcohol Readings Thrown Out. Guilty to a 3 Month DWI and all other charges dismissed |
| KY v. PNC Bank | Client received a significant settlement in exchange for the dismissal of her case |
| M.R. v. Garden State Precast | Client Received A Significant Settlement in Exchange For A Dismissal |
| D.C. v. Tasoz | Client Is Now Receiving The Treatment She Needs |
| State v. Kralle | Charges Amended to Expired License and Not Having Insurance Documents Small Fines , No Points, No Suspensions |
| State v. C.L. | 5 point speeding ticket amended to 9 mph over the limit and guilty on not having his driver's license. No points, no suspensions. |
| State v. Young | DWI Charge Dismissed. Guilty Plea to Reckless Driving with 30 day loss |
| State v. C.F. | Guilty to DWI with three (3) month loss, Guilty on Headlamps, Guilty on Insurance Card. All other tickets were dismissed. |
| State v. J.T | Negotiated reduced charges saving the client from excessive points and fines |
| State v. A.S. | 4 Point Speeding Ticket Reduced to Zero Points |
| State v. D.E.R | 4 point Speeding reduced to 2 points for NY Licensed Driver |
| Baker v. L.P. | Tenant's Frivolous Claims were Dismissed |
| State v. RS | 30+ MPH Speeding Violation Charge reduced to a 2 point ticket, No Suspension and Reckless Ticket Dismissed |
| State v. BW | Client's license reinstated and no jail term |
| Baker v. L... | Case Dismissed |
| State v. J.H. | Negotiated To A Zero Point Offense With All Other Tickets Dismissed |
| State v. EG | Possession Charge Amended - All Other Charges Dismissed, No loss of license |
| D.M. v. Gusto, L.L.C. | Order Joining the State of New Jersey to Help Pay the Injured Workers' Costs |
| T.C. v. Contemporary Motor Cars | Additional Workers' Compensation Moneys Awarded |
| State v. VP | 30+ MPH Speeding Violation Downgraded to 0 point offense, remaining charge dismissed. No suspension. |
| State v. DC | Wihtout allowing me to receive and review discovery and against my advice, Defendant Plead Guilty. See Case Details. |
| State v. JR | Case Dismissed |
| State v. DL | DWI Dismissed - Guilty to Lesser Offense |
| State v. AM | Appeal Successful - PTI Granted |
| D.S. v. Kellogg Company - Workers Compensation | Client received a significant settlement and the right to seek more treatment/money in the future |
| State v. SM | DWI Dismissed, Guilty to Lesser Offense |
| D.C. v. Tasoz, Inc. | Client received a significant settlement and the right to seek more treatment/money in the future |
| State v. JM | Suspended License Dismissed, Guilty Plea to a Lesser Zero Point Offense |
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(8)Andrew Leimbach, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 19, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
John Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 20, 2014
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Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Jones are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos.
Scott Buerkle, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2013
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Attorney Jones has distinguished himself as an attorney and contributor in the community. His advice given on Avvo is always on point and helpful. I highly recommend him.
I endorse this lawyer. I enjoy his expert contributions on Avvo. He's a top-notch attorney.
James Abate, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Jones is a frequent participant in the AVVO community. It is rare that I have not agreed with his responses. He has shown proficiency and knowledge in the legal field particularly when it comes to DWI defense.
Raymond Grimes, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 16, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer, as he is a true credit to the community. He demonstrates wisdom, insight and compassion. A prospective client would do very well by retaining Mr. Jones.
Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Sep 24, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
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