Thomas V. Campo

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Thomas V. Campo

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Toms River, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime ... +2 more

16 Madison Avenue, Suite 1A, Toms River, NJ

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About Thomas

Biography

Have you been charged with a Criminal or Municipal Offense? Call the Law Offices of Thomas V. Campo

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Juvenile Law 10%

10%
White Collar Crime 10%

10%
Federal Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2019 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas V. Campo

16 Madison Avenue, Suite 1A, Toms River, NJ, 08753

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Thomas V. Campo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

82 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 82 reviews

Posted by Mark | May 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer

Tom is a great lawyer and a great guy in general he kept me informed on everything going on with my case he also got me the best possible outcome with his great knowledge in the field. He is awesome at what he does. If you need a good lawyer I would suggest using him everytime. Hopefully I will neve...r need to use him again but if I did need a lawyer he's the only person I would call !! THANKS AGAIN TOM !!

Posted by Michael | May 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Best attorney you want/need

I would first like to start off by thanking Thomas Campo for his legal aid. He was able to get my criminal case fully dismissed within a timely manner. His legal work was done effectively and efficiently. He was extremely professional and attentive to all my concerns and needs. He is an unbelievable ...attorney. Upon my first counseltation while still in search for an attorney I found him to be very knowledgeable. He immediately made me feel at ease and confident in his ability as an attorney. His interpersonal and analytical skills are unparalleled. He proved to be a person of high integrity, credibility, and trustworthiness. I have dealt with a lot of attorneys in the past as I know how frustrating the process can be before and during. Thomas is extremely understanding. In my opinion his best trait is his open line of communication and availability which is very rare to find in other attorneys. A lot of attorneys promise their full attention but Thomas actually kept his word. He was always easily accessible and available. I would highly recommend Thomas to anyone seeking an attorney. Words can not fully justify my level of gratitude towards him and the job he did. He will continue to be my attorney going forward if I ever need legal aid.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thomas Vincet Campo, Esq. - When you are looking for more than experience and expertise.

I cannot recommend Mr. Campo enough. I was an extremely high profile client. I have a couple of family members and friends who are attorneys who I could have hired to represent me but Mr. Campo came highly recommended. I hired Mr. Campo based on his experience in dealing with the local judicial sy...stem. What I got was much more. Not only is he an extremely savy attorney but he is a kind and compassionate person. He was always available when I needed to speak with him and his legal advice was priceless. If you are looking for the best attorney money can buy, Mr. Campo is your man. I would not hesitate to hire Mr. Campo again and I highly recommend Mr. Campo if you need an attorney in his area of expertise.

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The lawyer you want when facing Felony Charges

I had made a stupid mistake and gotten involved a criminal act last year. The charges were serious and when I wasn't able to find a lawyer during the weekend, Mr. Thomas Campo was the only lawyer that called me back, reassured me that I would not suffer as I had imagined I would and he would do ever...ything in his power to represent me with best of his ability, experience and knowledge of how to navigate the legal system. I felt at ease knowing that Mr. Campo was a former prosecutor who knew the judicial system and it's inhabitants well as well as how the system really worked and what was possible and not possible. When facing any criminal charges, it is important to hire a lawyer who's been on both ends of the system. My confidence in Mr. Campo's ability proved to be a highly integral part to lowering my stress levels and increase my confidence that this blemish would be taken care of. Mr. Campo is a no nonsense attorney that will get the job done and fight for you as he did for me. I hope to never get into any situations but if I was in Thailand and I needed a lawyer, I'd call Mr. Campo because he will always figure a way out and is probably one of the smartest and savviest people I have ever met. To end this review, Mr. Campo helped reduce my charges and get me out of a very bad situation. Everything he said he would do! I can't thank him enough!!! I urge you to call him if you have a criminal charge against you. You won't be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

I Highly Recommend Thomas Campo - Knowledgeable, Experienced, and Caring

Mr. Campo's extensive background with the local prosecutors office was invaluable - the resolution that he provided in my shoplifting case gave me a new lease on life. I would certainly call on him if I ever needed legal representation again.

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Thomas V. Campo's Lawyer Endorsements

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S Mohel

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fantastic lawyer. Likes dogs."

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Kevin Moriarty

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Nolan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is the consummate professional. Experienced, quick-witted and quick on his feet. Extremely knowledgeable and well respected among his peers and judges. Tom is certainly in the upper tier of criminal defense attorneys in the Monmouth and Ocean County areas. Great guy and attorney all around."

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Robert Zavistoski

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked numerous cases with Mr. Campo when I was a Municipal Prosecutor. I have always found Tom to be extremely knowledgeable and prepared when presenting the legal issues in his case. His experience as a County Prosecutor serves his clients well. Tom is also professional, articulate, personable and very effective for his clients. I recommend Mr. Campo wholeheartedly for your Criminal matters."

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John Chiaia

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Grenda

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"When I was a municipal prosecutor I worked on numerous matters as opposing counsel with Mr. Campo. Mr. Campo is an elite attorney with a vast skill set."

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked professionally with Tom for over ten years, and he is one of the best! We were first adversaries in the courtroom, when he was a County Prosecutor and then we worked together on co-defendant matters when he moved over to private practice. He has tremendous knowledge of the law and he is a pleasure to work with."

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Susan Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Campo is a excellent attorney who works hard for his clients."

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Sean Spinello

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former prosecutor I was opposing counsel to Mr. Campo on several matters. He is an excellent attorney and I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Frank Gonnello

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tom is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever met. It has been a great pleasure learning from him, and I highly recommend him for any Criminal Defense or DWI/DUI matter. He handles his clients with respect, and delivers on truly professional representation in every case he takes on. Top-notch attorney."

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Daniel Santarsiero

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a seasoned criminal lawyer who I have known for many years now. He has considerable experience and even served in the Essex County Prosecutors Office and Monmouth County Prosecutors Office as Assistant Prosecutor. I think Tom is an exceptional attorney and recommend him highly."

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Jonathan Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an outstanding attorney who I have known for over two decades now. I am continually astounded by the extraordinary results he achieves on behalf of his clients."

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Kevin Sheehy

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Zavistoski

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Michael Nolan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Susan Clark

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Martin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Member, National College for DUI Defense

2011

Member, National College for DUI Defense

2010

Alcotest 711 Certification, Draeger Technology

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Thomas V. Campo

2009 - 2014

Associate, Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

1996 - 2007

Prosecuting Attorney, Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office

1994 - 1996

Prosecuting Attorney, Essex County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Education

1993

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD

1989

Lehigh University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

New Jersey Criminal Code

Monmouth County Police Academy

Languages

English

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