David R. Oakley

David R. Oakley

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Princeton, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Juvenile ... +2 more

20 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ

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Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 3 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2022

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 35 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Anderl & Oakley, P.C.

20 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ, 08542

Anderl & Oakley, P.C.

309 Maple Street, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861

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David R. Oakley's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Skillful and Thorough

David helped me fight two felony charges (vandalism). After the arrest, and after calling his office, he spoke to me over the phone (while he was on vacation, no less!): he was calm and reassuring, answering questions while being clear about the paths the case could take. We met a few times before th...e initial hearing, and David was very clear about the necessary next steps to craft a legal defense, setting my nerves at ease. He knows how to navigate the court system, so was able to accurately predict how the case was able to unfold. Both charges were eventually dismissed, after a thorough case to the prosecutor and judge. Even the judge told me to thank David for a well-crafted defense. I could not be more satisfied with the outcome. David is clever, attentive to detail, and an exceptional attorney. Do not hesitate to contact him if you need a defense attorney!

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend!

I’ve been working with David on a federal case for the last couple of months. He did an amazing job at keeping me informed with everything going on with my case. He would lay out various possible outcomes but he went above and beyond to look for the best ways to help my case. He always made himself a...vailable to answer all my questions and concerns. David is well respected in the courthouse. He is very professional and caring. He would always find a way to help myself and my family feel more at ease as we faced a difficult situation. I would not hesitate to recommend him to friends and family who need a criminal defense attorney. He gets very involved with his clients and their case and is always looking for the best possible outcome for his clients.

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very highly recommended

I worked with David over the last few months after having been charged with a fourth degree felony. This was my first, and hopefully last, experience with police and Courts. I was distraught but, from our first meeting, David calmly explained that the situation was not the worst case I was imagining,... and he laid out the various possible outcomes and timelines. He was always available to answer any question relating to my case at any time via phone or email. I believe I got the best possible outcome given my circumstances(including a PTI). I don't think this outcome was easy to obtain and I think it was due to David's ceaseless efforts that he was able to achieve this end result for me. He personally believed in my case and took a lot of time and effort to work with the prosecutor to achieve the end result. During court times, it becomes obvious, in court with the judges and during his inter-actions with the prosecutors, that David is well liked, well known and respected and has a ton of experience in his profession. He was well prepared and in full command of the case in Court. Above all, both for me personally, and observing him interact with his other clients, I got the sense that David really, really cares for clients and he sees a successful outcome for them as his success. I owe David so much. I hope it doesn't, but should the need arise, I would unhesitatingly recommend David to any friend or family requiring the services of a criminal defense attorney. If you need representation, you can't do better than having David on your side.

Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Cannot be any better

We hired David Oakley to help get our son out of a mess involving substance abuse and run-ins with the police. David handled it all very competently and confidently, including prepping us and our son for the court dates, negotiating with the prosecution and the judge, filing paperwork with all partie...s involved and keeping us informed at all times. He was always available to meet and talk: late at night during the week, on the weekends, even while he was on vacation. We had our hits and misses with lawyers, but with David we had a bulls-eye. We are very thankful and relieved to have him on our side.

Posted by anonymous | December 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I strongly recommend Mr. Oakley.

I strongly recommend Mr. Oakley. Mr. Oakley was very professional. I had a number of concerns regarding my situation and Mr. Oakley patiently and clearly explained the legal processes and the possible outcomes. I was facing a simple assault charge and Mr. Oakley helped me get these criminal c...harges dismissed. Couldn’t ask for a better lawyer! David Oakley took his time to speak with me following the case to answer additional questions. If you want to have peace of mind go with David Oakley.

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David R. Oakley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Rosas

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great trial lawyer with a great reputation throughout New Jersey. I learned a great deal from David while serving as co-counsel in a multi-defendant criminal case. David is very knowledgeable and zealously advocates for his clients."

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Adam Elias

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer and even better man. Always a pleasure."

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Mark Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David as a tremendous talent in the area of criminal defense. In both my experience with, and observations of, him in the courtroom, he is a truly gifted advocate for his clients. I would confidently recommend him to both friends and family."

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Michael Priarone

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for twenty years. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the law and the highest ethical standards. He is a skilled advocate who obtains excellent results for his clients."

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Timothy Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is an excellent criminal defense attorney. Nice, smart, and a strong advocate for each of his clients. A go-to guy for criminal defense. I wholeheartedly endorse David."

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John Yauch

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Oakley is an oustanding attorney. He is extremely conscientious and knowledgeable. He takes very seriously his obligations to zealousluy represent his clients. He is not fazed by the prospect of representing clients in serious matters at trial. I know form many years of experince that David has obtained excellent results representing clients in federal, state and municipal courts. I highly endorse David Oakley"

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Daniel Gautieri

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've handled two appeals where David Oakley was the trial attorney. In each case he provided an effective defense, raising all of the appropriate issues. David is a smart, aggressive attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, NJ Supreme Court

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Legal Consultant, El Centro de Recursos para Familias

2003 - Present

Criminal Justice Act Panel Attorney, U.S. Federal District Court

1997 - Present

Partner, Anderl & Oakley, P.C.

1993 - 1997

Solo Practioner, Criminal Defense & Immigration Law

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk, Hon. Samuel D. Lenox, Jr., A.J.S.C

1990 - 1991

Associate, Collier, Jacob & Mills, P.C.

Associations

2005 - Present

Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys of New Jersey

Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Edward Burton

Not Guilty All Charges

State v. Michael Maltese

Not Guilty Murder

4. State of New Jersey v. Janean Owens

Not Guilty Murder

State v. Shariff Ingram

Acquitted of Felony Murder

United States v. Efrain Lynn

Acquitted of Armed Robbery

State v. Owen Atkins

Not Guilty All Charges

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Education

1990

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Columbia University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Office of the Public Defender

Defending a RICO Case

2012

State Bar of Texas

Trial and Appeal of Thomas More

2011

Middlesex County Bar Association

Jury Selection

2007

Institute of Continuing Legal Education of New Jersey

Criminal Trial Preparation

Languages

Spanish

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