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Douglas Wayne Jones Jr
also known as Douglas Jones, Jr., Doug Jones
About Douglas
Biography
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
6
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
25%
28 years | 1,000 cases
Workers Compensation
24%
26 years | 200 cases
Business
20%
23 years | 50 cases
Personal Injury
15%
26 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Douglas W. Jones, Jr., LLC
59 Nautilus Drive, Barnegat, NJ, 08005
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Douglas Wayne Jones Jr's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (21)
DUI & DWI (7)
Lawsuits & Disputes (7)
Criminal Defense (6)
Residential (6)
Car Accidents (5)
Real Estate (3)
Business (2)
Personal Injury (2)
Workers Compensation (2)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Health Care (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Mergers & Acquisitions (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Doug Jones recommendation.
I hired Doug Jones to help me when I was in a car accident with a bicyclist. From the very first phone call he was clear, helpful and professional. I always spoke directly with him. He answered emails and questions promptly. He was able to get rid of the points and lower my fines. I have no hesi...
Posted by Dan | June 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Professional and Prompt
I used Mr. Jones for closing on my house. He gave me great advice all through the process. It came with many bumps in the process but he worked everything out in a very timely matter. I also appreciated his phone calls or emails answered so quickly. That itself was so appreciated considering everythi...
Posted by Craig | May 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Doug Jones in Barnegat, NJ - is the Lawyer to go to in and around Ocean County
Doug had two tickets of mine that he was not only able to get them reduced with no points and a low fine to boot! I didn't think he would be able to get one of them reduced, but he did! He told me exactly what he was going to do, and did it. He was extremely professional and very responsive whene...
Posted by Joe | September 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | State, Local And Municipal Law
Excellent Attorney - Thank You!
Attorney Jones was very professional, extremely responsive when contacted at the last minute, and got right to the heart of the matter and helped our family. I have worked with many attorneys over the years, and Attorney Jones is one of the best! Our Municipal Court matter required someone with dee...
Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Doug Jones in Barnegat NJ
I received a notice in the mail from Doug Jones law firm and hired him to handle my case . He was extremely professional and was there to answer all of my questions and always returned my phone calls when I needed him. I was extremely satisfied with the outcome of my case and would recommend his serv...
Douglas Wayne Jones Jr's Lawyer Endorsements
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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."
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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."
"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."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
John Murdoch
Business lawyer
Michael Baldassare
Criminal defense lawyer
Scott Buerkle
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
James Abate
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Raymond Grimes
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Experience
Honors
2013
Best Attorney/Law Firm, Best in Waretown
2006
Member, Who's Who Legal
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Douglas W. Jones, Jr., LLC
2008 - 2009
Associate, Rothstein, Mandel, Strohm & Must
2005 - 2008
Associate, Citta, Holzapfel & Zabarski
2005 - 2007
Prosecuting Attorney, Monmouth County Courthouse
2001 - 2005
Associate, Law Office of Edmund P. Glasner
1999 - 2001
Associate, Schibell & Mennie, LLC
Associations
1999 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. CM
Client Plead to a Zero Point Offense with remaining charge Dismissed
State v. JR
Case was 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. TP
4 point ticket reduced to 0 points a $50 fine
State v. JA
Charges were dismissed
State v. Palermo
Tickets related to traffic accident were dismissed
State v. Dragula
Defendant plead guilty to fictitious plate and unregistered vehicle. All others dismissed. No loss of license. Small Fines
State v. Rodmell
Client plead guilty to lesser charge. No loss of license. Small fine
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. JP
Client plead guilty to a lesser speed, with a small fine
State v. HF
Client plead guilty to a zero point offense and paid less than $100.00 in fines and costs
State v. JF
Client plead guilty to a zero point offense
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. D.S.
Alcotest Readings Thrown Out, Guilty to observation DWI with minimal license suspension and fines, all other charges dismissed
State v. L.B.
Guilty to Failure to Report, Miminimal Fine Only, 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. Young
DWI Charge Dismissed. Guilty Plea to Reckless Driving with 30 day loss
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. Kralle
Charges Amended to Expired License and Not Having Insurance Documents Small Fines , No Points, No Suspensions
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. D.E.R
4 point Speeding reduced to 2 points for NY Licensed Driver
State v. A.S.
4 Point Speeding Ticket Reduced to Zero Points
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
Education
1999
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Seton Hall University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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