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Michael D. Schaller was admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey in 1998. Michael dedicates his practice to criminal defense matters in both municipal and county courts. Previous to joining KKJ&M, Michael was a member of the New Jersey State Police and retired after 26 years of service holding the rank of Major and position of Chief of Staff.
Michael has represented clients in County courts throughout New Jersey charged with crimes including distribution of drugs, aggravated assault, robbery and theft. Michael also represents clients in municipal courts throughout Ocean and Monmouth counties for offenses such as DWI, driving while suspended, possession of marijuana, shoplifting and disorderly persons offenses. Currently, Michael serves as the Municipal Public Defender in Point Pleasant Beach and is a member of the Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys of New Jersey. Michael is also a member of the New Jersey Bar Association.
While serving in the New Jersey State Police, Michael was instrumental in obtaining compliance with a federal consent decree regarding patrol practices, including assignment as enlisted director of State Police Affairs, with daily interactions with federal monitors and the Office of the Attorney General. Michael testified before the New Jersey Legislative Black & Latino Caucus and Governor Corzine’s Advisory Committee on Police Standards regarding police accountability and risk management. As the Commander of the Office of Professional Standards, Michael oversaw all aspects of internal affairs, to include intake, investigation, and adjudication. Michael served as a reviewer for DOJ grant application process for early warning systems and was a contributor for a Police Executive Research Forum & Department of Justice publication on police supervision.
Michael is certified by the Police Training Commission as an instructor, provided instruction at pre-service, in-service, and advanced training on subjects to include Arrest Search & Seizure, Criminal Law, Discipline, Civil Liability, and Supervisory Issues to thousands of local, county and state officers. While assigned to the Criminal Investigations Section, Michael conducted a broad spectrum of investigations targeting conspiracy, narcotics trafficking & assaults.
Michael has served as an Adjunct Professor at Seton Hall University and Georgian Court College on courses including Public Policy, Cyber Law, Employment Law and Business Law.
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241Brick Boulevard, Brick, NJ, 08723
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Posted by Glen | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A little trouble could have been big trouble.
We needed an attorney to defend our son in a Paraphernalia Possession Crime Case. That charge being on a young persons record could end up being a big problem when applying to schools and applying for a job. Michael helped us through the entire process. We were debating the "need" for an attorney and...
Posted by Thomas | May 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Straight Forward
Mr. Schaller was an excellent attorney. He put everything into perspective and kept me informed at every turning point in my case with expected outcomes. Very informative, excellent knowledge and insight during my case. The best day was when I first spoke with Mr. Schaller I was a full time student, ...
Posted by Michael | February 24, 2015
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He was a great lawyer. He always contacted me when he heard something new about court and always kept me in the loop I would recommend mike to any of my friends or family if they needed a lawyer
Posted by Erin | February 12, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing
I could not be happier with Mr. Schaller's handling of my case. He came into my case already in progress and took the time to talk to me and keep me informed at every step of the process of resolving my case. I never felt like he was doing anything less than his absolute best to reach a favorable con...
Posted by Andrew | February 06, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Michael Schaller case January 2015
Mr. Michael Schaller represented me in January, 2015. I feel I could not have made a better choice. He was always available for questions and concerns. He always kept me up to date with any information regarding my case. I felt very prepared when it came time to my hearing. He achieved very posit...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have interacted with Mr. Schaller on many cases when I was a Municipal Prosecutor. Mike was always thoroughly prepared and vigorously defended his clients. Additionally, he carried himself in a professional manner and had the respect of Judges and fellow attorneys. Mike is a hard working lawyer who gets excellent results for his clients and I recommend him wholeheartedly for your legal matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a dedicated attorney who is always committed to getting the best result for an individual client. He has the experience and gravitas to get great results. He is a great attorney, and I am honored to know him both professionally and personally."
DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Land use and zoning lawyer
2012 - Present
Attorney, King Kitrick Jackson & McWeeney, LLC
1986 - 2012
Major, New Jersey State Police
2015 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerseyMember
1998 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
1998
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English