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Charles H. Nugent Jr., the firm’s founder, has been representing people in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for more than 30 years. Recognized as one of the premier trial attorneys in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, he has a proven history of success and an unparalleled reputation for fighting for his clients rights in both criminal cases and serious personal injury cases.
In the area of personal injury law, he has obtained many large verdicts and settlements, whether resulting from automobile, truck or motorcycle collisions, legal or medical malpractice, defective products, premises liability, sexual assaults, construction accidents, dog bites, civil rights violations, or workers compensation. In the area of personal injury, Mr. Nugent has been named a New Jersey “Super Lawyer” every year from 2005 through 2017, as published in Super Lawyer Magazine, New Jersey Monthly Magazine, and Philadelphia Magazine. He is Certified by the New Jersey Supreme as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney; a member of the “Million Dollar Advocates Forum” for having obtained multiple settlements or verdicts in excess of $1,000,; has been named multiple times as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in New Jersey by the National Trial Lawyers Association; has been nominated as a “Top Attorney” by South Jersey Magazine; and has received a rating of “10” and “Superb” by lawyer rating specialist “AVVO”. Mr. Nugent has also been recognized by Trial Lawyers Care, as a volunteer providing free legal representation to the victims of September 11th, 2001.
In criminal matters, very few attorneys have achieved the results and not guilty verdicts obtained by Mr. Nugent. He has represented police officers, politicians, union leaders, organized criime figures, businessmen and ordinary people. He has represented clients in cases involving homicide, murder, manslaugter, aggravated assault, sex crimes, racketeering, pornography, mail fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, CDS and drug possesion, CDS and drug distribution charges, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence and other charges. Mr. Nugent has been recognized as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in New Jersey, as published in the New York Times, and recognized by South Jersey Magazine. He attended the prestigious National Criminal Defense College in Macon, Georgia. Few lawyers in New Jersey can match his success and Not Guilty verdicts in front of juries.
Mr. Nugent has represented clients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, New York and Texas.
The law firm represents people charged in the criminal and municipal courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including federal court, state court, and municipal court.
We invite you to read the many Five Star client reviews on Avvo, and go to to learn more about Mr. Nugent and his results.
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Acquired: 1987
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Acquired: 1986
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530 Lippincott Drive, Marlton, NJ, 08053
1301 S. Main Street, Pleasantville, NJ, 08232
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Posted by Denise | February 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Charles, is the best legal attorney for any of your concerns. I found him to be very helpful, pleasant, friendly and insightful. He is easy to talk with and his practice speaks volumes about who he is. His legal staff represents him very well. They were polite, respectful, and easy to talk with. I f...
Posted by Darnell | October 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I am writing to recommend Chuck Nugent for any legal matter requiring family law, real estate, or criminal defense]. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Nugent on legal matters. I was impressed by his professionalism and dedication. Mr. Nugent possesses a deep understanding of NJ laws and ...
Posted by Ryan | July 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Nugent provided me the best representation on several occasions with different criminal cases. The relationships he has built over the years and level of respect he receives in an out of the courtrooms is something I've never seen or witnessed before. He works hard for his clients best interest...
Posted by Sally | February 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I was under the impression that shock occurred when something very bad happened to you, such being rear-ended by an inattentive driver who took out my trunk and backseat and could very well have taken out me. Did I deserve a settlement? No question. Circumstances, pictures, and an eye witness made th...
Posted by Margaret | December 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I was referred to Mr. Nugent by another attorney following a car accident. He was endlessly kind, always supportive, and at every step of the process, the Nugent team kept me informed and prepared for whatever was to happen next. My intentions were respected, and although I hope to never again repeat...
Margaret, thank you so much for your kind words. Nugent Law always strives to provide the best representation for our clients and to achieve the maximum payouts available. We are thrilled that you are completely satisfied with our excellent team and your outcome and hope that you will refer us to any friends or family that may require our services. Should you need us in the future, please do not hesitate to contact me.
"I wholeheartedly endorse Chuck. He's certainly one of the very best in South Jersey in criminal defense and personal injury. Ask around."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Chuck Nugent. I have worked with Chuck for 25 years on a variety of personal injury cases, where we each represented accident victims. Chuck is a creative thinker and tireless advocate who has the well-deserved respect of his colleagues and judges alike. Chuck is known for his great success in the fields of criminal defense and personal injury matters on behalf of plaintiffs, among others. Further, I have known Chuck since childhood, having been raised in Cherry Hill, NJ. Chuck has strong roots in the South Jersey community. He is committed to the pursuit of justice for the members of this community."
Criminal defense lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
New Jersey Super Lawyer- Plaintiff Personal Injury, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers- State of New Jersey, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
Best of South Jersey- Personal Injury, Philadelphia Magazine
2010
New Jersey Super Lawyer- Plaintiff Personal injury, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2009
New Jersey Super Lawyer- Plaintiff Personal Injury, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2006
"Top Attorney" - Criminal Defense, South Jersey magazine
2005
New Jersey Super Lawyer- Plaintiff Personal Injury, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
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Certified Civil Trial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey, Board of Attorney Certification
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Membership, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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"Ten Leaders" Southern/Central New Jersey Criminal defense, Digital Press International
1998 - Present
Managing Partner, Nugent Law
1987 - Present
American Association For JusticeMember
1987 - Present
Burlington County Bar AssociationMember
Trustee
2008 - 2010
New Jersey State Bar AssociationCivil Trial Section
2002 - 2008
American Association For Justice (New Jersey chapter)Board of Governors
2002 - 2009
Burlington County Bar Association, Personal Injury, Civil Law SectionMember
1999 - 2000
Burlington County Bar Association, Criminal Practice SectionChair
1987 - 2015
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1986
JD - Juris Doctor- Law Review
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English