Joseph J Compitello

Joseph J Compitello

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Forked River, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI, Real Estate

1044 Lacey Rd., Forked River, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 18 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Compitello Delaney, Attorneys at Law

1044 Lacey Rd., Forked River, NJ, 08731

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Joseph J Compitello's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney Ever!!

I was nervous and didn't know what to expect upon my consolation! Mr Compitello eased my mind as we discussed in detail about my case. Every case is important and private as I don't want to share.He is a very caring and compassionate attorney who listens and then will let you know how to proceed.He ...has a great staff who also makes you feel good if you have questions and call the office many times. Kudos Mr Compitello!!

Posted by Jenna | June 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Great lawyer!

The best law firm! Thorough, attentive, and always available when you need. My case was handled with such grace and the firm truly cares about your best interest.

Posted by Adam | June 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

RIP OFF ARTIST...BE AFRAID...BE VERY AFRAID

Very poor customer service. I've had to call them out a few times for not providing updates. I had to call the court for information that they should have provided me. I just found out that they made a charge to my account in January without informing me. I called them out for not contacting me f...or 6 months, this week, and their response was to send me a letter saying that they want to quit the case without paying me back the $5,507.75 that I have paid them...It's outrageous!!!...I will file an attorney ethics complaint.

Joseph Compitello

Replied last August 30, 2024

This office at no point acted unethically and at all times worked diligently on the matter.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Attorney for life

Joe, worked on a case and divorce for me. To say that his expertise, diligence and understanding of the law in both cases are an understatement. Both personally and through business, he will be recommended across the TriState to everyone I know. Joe will continue to be retained longterm for life.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Complicated divorce

Joe and his firm helped me in a way that I can’t explain. My divorce was very complicated and the very specific agreement that was drawn up by Joe and his team was executed perfectly. Throughout the process they were very personable, responsible, attentive, and specific in all aspects of my case. Eve...rything from start to finish, although at times, were drawn out, were done to perfection. They protected me, my finances, and my children's future. I have already recommended them to coworkers and clients and will continue to do so as long as I know they are in practice. They took a very negative situation and time in my life and made it go as smoothly as possible. This reduced my stress level allowed me to focus on my own clients and profession as we went through the process together. I can’t thank them enough for their help!

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Joseph J Compitello's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amber Delaney

Unknown lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the pleasure of working for Mr. Compitello for almost a year and it has been an honor to observe his tactics and gain knowledge from him. He knows the ins and outs of virtually every "unlikely" scenario I have incurred and his at-the-ready knowledge is always a comfort to me. He is a fierce advocate for his clients and any client would be lucky to have him on their side."

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Emeka Nkwuo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a highly respected attorney who fights hard to his clients . He’s also very personable and well versed in the law. I would strongly recommend him."

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Amy Stutzke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is an amazingly effective attorney. Unlike some lawyers, he does not waste anyone's time - or his clients' money - involving himself with minutia that is ultimately irrelevant to the outcome of a case. He simply gets the job done. Joe is well-versed in the criminal and family arenas (especially domestic violence matters). Given this vast knowledge, Joe is able to focus in like a laser on what exactly needs to be accomplished and/or proven in order to achieve his - and his clients' - desired results. Joe is naturally gifted in the Courtroom, managing to persuasively argue his points absent any air of pompousness, a trait which endears him to his clients and his audience. I highly recommend Joe Compitello."

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Kevin Asadi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a great attorney who very clearly cares about his clients and provides them with very competent service. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Anthony Fazioli

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anne Bryant

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is diligent and detail oriented. He returns phone calls and will get your matter handled quickly and efficiently. You can't go wrong."

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Matthew Lun

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe is very knowledgeable on issues of criminal law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I highly recommend him."

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Joanna Perilli

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Staci Roccanova

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is my "go to" guy when I have any questions regarding criminal law. He is smart, sincere, and a great advocate. I have encountered him many times in the Courtroom where he handles himself with the utmost professionalism. I would have no problem referring clients his way because I can trust that they will be in good hands."

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Anthony Vecchio

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known for years. He is highly knowledgeable in the areas of criminal defense, municipal court defense and personal injury. He is always well-prepared and a fierce advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend him."

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Amber Delaney

Family lawyer

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Dominique Tonacchio

Criminal defense lawyer

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Emeka Nkwuo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Colleen Dolcy

Family lawyer

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Erin Campbell

Litigation lawyer

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Matthew Lun

Criminal defense lawyer

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Staci Roccanova

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Joanna Perilli

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Anthony Vecchio

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Kessous

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Rising Star DUI/DWI, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - 2012

Associate, Novins, York & Jacobus

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Garces and Grabler, P.C.

2005 - 2008

Attorney/Law Clerk, Kamensky Cohen and Associates

Sample of Legal Cases

Golden v. GMAC Insurance Company 401 N.J. Super. 198 (2008)

The judgment dismissing plaintiff's complaint was reversed and the matter was remanded for further proceedings.

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Education

2006

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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