Edward George Appel

Edward George Appel

4.5
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sewell, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

591 Mantua Blvd., Sewell, NJ

About Edward

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

I have 29 years of trial experience in Criminal defense and I am prepared to defend you. My background allows me to see the significance of the underpinnings of the State's case including: 1) Investigating why you were detained in the first place; 2) Determining whether you were profiled; 3) Analyzing whether your 4th Amendment right to privacy was violated. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

38 years | 2,500 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 40%

I have 29 years of trial experience in DUI & DWI defense and I am prepared to defend you. My background allows me to see the significance of the underpinnings of the State's case including: 1) Investigating why you were stopped in the first place; 2) Determining whether the field sobriety and breath tests were performed correctly 3) Whether the evidence is even admissible. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

38 years | 1,500 cases

40%
Expungement 20%

An expungement is the legal process to erase and seal all criminal records on file. Remember; potential employers will most likely do a background check on you. I can help you put your past behind you, so that you can focus on your future. I have 29 years of expungement experience and I am prepared to defend you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

38 years | 1,500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

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591 Mantua Blvd., Sewell, NJ, 08080

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Edward George Appel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

69 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Dismissed

John Hooper was the point man in this operation did an excellent job to clear my name and get this charge against me dismissed What a relief as I knew all along I was not guilty the facts presented by John along with the reports showed that they had nothing to convict It was a good day when DWI is... tossed out as that rarely happens in the environment we live in at this time I thank all those who in the Appel law group for the help they provided me

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Case

When I first got I touch with Edward G. Appel, he guaranteed the best outcome for my DUI case. Everything on Edward G. Appel end was handled flawlessly including rescheduling the date of my case and transactions online and/or over the phone. In person, Edward G. Appel was also a class act by reassuri...ng that everything was going to go according to plan which made me feel a lot better about the whole situation. My experience with Edward G. Appel was awesome and I can’t thank him enough for his services.

Posted by Anthony | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Ed did a great job and I recommend him...

I hired Ed Appel after being charged with several serious charges including DUI. I was very concerned and not sure if I'd made the right choice. Ed and Eric were friendly, professional, and informative about my options. Ed successfully resolved my case and I'm very happy with the outcome.

Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

pay either way

The lawyer was smooth and handle my affair with little interaction. But what was said in consultation was done in court. It cost either way but I kept my license. Good deal! Worked for me.

Posted by Jared | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent DUI Attorney

I made a mistake in NJ and hired Mr. Appel as my attorney because he has a lot of experience and has passed the NJ and PA bar. It cost me $1500 but it was well worth it. He prevented my loss of license in PA because of a DUI in NJ. I paid the fines of $700 and cannot drive in NJ for 7 months and w...ill have to take a 12 hour DUI course (even though I am not really a drinker but made one bad decision in Wildwood). I will have no loss of license in PA, which is the important thing because of him. I had two other pending tickets related to this pullover that he got dismissed because he emphasized my good behavior with the police. The judge agreed with him I believe because of his professionalism and expertise on the law and was lenient because I was respectful and showed remorse. Also, just as importantly, he represented me sincerely during the sentencing. I received the lightest sentence I could obtain based on my circumstances. You get what you pay for and this attorney is completely worth it.

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Edward George Appel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bruce Warren

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is a tireless advocate for his clients!"

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Joseph Hoffman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Villari

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ed is a tireless advocate for his clients and a great human being."

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Robert Pinizzotto

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is a great lawyer and understands the needs of his clients. He will address issues, be “straight up,” and handles matters professionally and, with his great experience, obtains great results for his clients. I highly recommend Ed Appel for municipal court and criminal law matters."

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Gregory Lomax

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is the best municipal court and criminal lawyer in the state. I send Ed all of my municipal court and criminal referrals"

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Peter Bonfiglio

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ed for his entire career. I have always found him to be knowledgeable and to fight for his clients. I would endorse Ed and highly recommend him."

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Jason Pollack

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed works tirelessly for his clients and uses all his 29 years experience on every case to achieve the maximum result."

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Steven Garber

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is very responsive to his clients, knowledgeable about the law and does his best to obtain favorable results in each case."

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Francis Masciocchi

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Malamut

Slip and fall accident lawyer

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Stephen Buividas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Villari

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Peter Bonfiglio

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jason Pollack

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Steven Garber

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Francis Masciocchi

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Top 10, New Jersey Criminal Defense Lawyers

2017

10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

1988

Legal Honor Society, Phi Delta Phi

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, Appel Law Group

2007 - 2015

Owner, Law Office of Edward Appel

1995 - 2007

Partner, Masciocchi and Appel

1993 - 1995

Attorney, Cooper Perskie

1988 - 1993

Attorney, Dashevsky Horowitz

Associations

2015 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Assoc.

Member

2014 - Present

Gloucester County Bar Assoc.

Member

1988 - Present

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

New Jersey Bar Assocation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v PF

Drunk Driving Dismissed, Criminal Charges Diverted.

State v. RF

Motion to supress reading granted

State v JA

Charges Dismissed

State v AS

Charges Dismissed

State v DA

Charges Dismissed

State v RD

Case Dismissed

State v RD

Case Dismissed

State v KM

Motion to supress evidence granted. Charges dismissed

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Education

1988

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Saint Joseph's University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Mock Trial Coach

Mock Trial Coach

Publications

2015

SNJ Business People Be Aware, Even a Minor Criminal Conviction can be Adverse to gaining Custody

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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