Derek Anthony DeCosmo

Derek Anthony DeCosmo

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Camden, NJ
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

511 Market Street, Camden, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 20 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

DeCosmo & Rolón

511 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102

Mt. Holly Address

9-11 Garden Street, Mount Holly, NJ, 08060

Law Offices of Derek Anthony DeCosmo

46 West Lafayette Street, Trenton, NJ, 08608

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Derek Anthony DeCosmo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Lola | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Honest, Reliable and Knowledgeable

I hired Derek to assist me with the naturalization process which resulted in me being granted US Citizenship due to his extensive experience in immigration law and his willingness to put in the work to do the necessary legal research. He and his office staff always treated me with kindness and respec...t. I felt very well prepared. Most importantly, he did not create false expectations, but rather gave me a clear idea of the possible outcomes of my situation.

Posted by Cara Mia | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer

Although this firm specializes in immigration matters, I knew they handled criminal matters as well. I reached out and was able to get an appointment the same day I called. I sat with Derek, who reviewed my paperwork and discussed my options. He took the time to explain every detail of my case, answe...red all of my questions, and went over what his plan of action would be. As soon as I retained him, him and his office immediately began working on my case. Since this wasn't a simple municipal court matter, I felt worlds better having him at my side at my next court appearance in Superior Court. My case was resolved quickly and I am happy to have had Derek by my side every step of the way. Hire these guys!!!!!

Posted by Jennifer | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Great experience!

Derek helped us navigate the immigration process for my (soon-to-be) husband. He was very professional and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. His many years of experience made this a very smooth process. When we did have questions, he was accessible via email or phone, and was very responsi...ve. I would definitely recommend him to others.

Posted by Veronica | July 29, 2015 | Immigration

Detained Parishioner

Derek DeCosmo About 15 months ago, immigration officers arrested one of our parishioners in his home in the early hours of the morning. His wife and four children were witnesses to this arrest and came to the parish for help. I referred them to Derek DeCosmo who had helped us on many prior occasions.... Our parishioner had been taken immediately to the Detention Center in Newark, NJ. Derek went there to meet him. He negotiated his release from custody, got him an employment authorization document, and license. In time, Derek was able to take our parishioner to Pennsylvania to have a prior criminal case dismissed. Throughout this entire process, Derek was available to the family and to our church community as we worked and prayed together for a just resolution for this family. All of my experience with Derek has been very positive. He treats each person with respect and puts all his resources into serving them well.

Posted by Dawn | July 25, 2015 | Immigration

The Best!

Mr. DeCosmo helped my husband and I with a very difficult immigration issue. Many other lawyers turned us away and we were thankfully referred to Derek through a mutual friend and could not be more happy. He helped us so much with our case and provided a reasonable payment plan to help us even more. ...If you are considering a attorney especially when others have made you feel like there is no hope for your particular case please call Derek DeCosmo...you will not be disappointed.

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Derek Anthony DeCosmo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Malamut

Immigration lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is an honor to endorse Derek DeCosmo. Over the past several years I've had the pleasure of working with Derek as co-counsel. I've also referred my own clients to Derek based on his vast expertise in the area of Immigration Law. Rarely do you meet an attorney who is so well-versed in his practice area. It is even more rare to find that same well-versed attorney that has such a high level of dedication to success for his clients. Derek makes it easy to refer him cases because our client's return thanking us for the referral. Thus, when it comes ito Immigration Law, Derek is the first lawyer I call."

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Michael Smolensky

Immigration lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for immigration law. It is a complex area of law, and Mr. DeCosmo knows it well."

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Andrew Coviello

Immigration lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. If you have an immigration issue, he is the attorney to turn to, bar none. Not only for his experience and wealth of knowledge, but his passion for the subject matter. He, like myself, is the descendant of turn of the century immigrants who worked hard, contributed to society and made a difference in their new home land."

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Ronald Mondello

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Top Attorney, New Jersey Monthly Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Top Attorney, New Jersey Monthly Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Top Attorney, New Jersey Monthly Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Attorney, New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Managing Partner, DeCosmo & Rolón

2016 - 2018

Adjunct Professor, Rutgers Law School

2013 - 2018

Attorney, Zucker Steinberg Wixted Law Group

2008 - 2013

Managing Partner, DeCosmo LLP

2008 - 2008

Deputy Chief of Staff, Congressman Robert E. Andrews

2005 - 2008

Associate, Valentine Brown, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Honorary Past Chairman

2014 - 2015

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chairman

Education

2005

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Albright College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Federal Bar Association

Immigration Executive Orders and Deferred Action

2015

Camden County Bar Association

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity

2014

Camden County Bar Association

Avoiding Ineffective Assistance of Counsel Claims

2011

Rutgers School of Law

Impact of SB 1070, Arizona's Anti- Immigration Law

2010

Rutgers School of Law

Immigration Law and Politics

Publications

2017

The Barrister (Camden County Bar Association) New Hope in Deportation Defense During a Time of Otherwise Great Uncertainity

2011

The Barrister (Camden County Bar Association) Understanding the Impact of Your Clients Case Before You Resolve It

Languages

English

Spanish

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