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Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2014

Just call him for your DUI needs already - or read below and decide

I was a NY Driver pulled over for a DUI in Sayreville, NJ by NJ State Police. I performed 5 FST's before being placed under arrest and taken in where I blew a .13. I was facing probable 7 month suspension (which would transfer to NY as well) and high fines. In NJ there is ZERO plea bargaining for ...DUI. I called 7 lawyers, received 7 consultations and never once felt like I found the "right" lawyer, just bored people looking for an easy check in their pocket. I found Tom via this website and honestly thought it was a scam site since he had so many good reviews. I actually called one of the lawyers listed as an endorser and he said "you are choosing the best of the best - tell him I say hello". I called Tom and he told me how he loves State Police cases since they tend to overlook things. The thing with DUI's in NJ is you need to find the hole in the case - and pick away at it until there's nothing holding your case firm - then you get the prosecutor or Judge to cut back the charge or at best, dismiss it. No one else told me this. I asked him how much. His cost was so much more reasonable than the others that I actually called back and asked if that was only half. Throughout the case, I had a ton of questions - Tom would email me back sometimes within minutes of my emails - if not than within the hour. I had THREE different phone numbers to contact him at. He led me through step by step what his plan is, and what his backup plan is. He didn't mind repeating himself to me or explaining it to me more deeply so I could understand it better. This man is passionate about what he does - he knows the law like no other - he knows how to find the hole in the case and pick away at it until it falls apart. This man is good - real good. My DUI was dismissed due to lack of evidence - State Police never provided requested evidence. Tom took that base hit turned it into a Home Run. Your mileage may vary - there may be a rock solid case against you and for that no lawyer in the State can help you. But if you want the best shot, Tom is the one you want.

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2014

HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I would definitely recommend Mr. Thomas Blauvelt! I received a DWI and was looking at a 7-12 month license suspension and automatic interlock in my car. He met with me and explained everything thoroughly. Any questions I had he answered very clearly. He requested my discovery and video footage ...from the police station. He was at every court date on time and 100% ready. If I had any further questions and needed to contact him he would respond in a very quick and timely manner. I ended up getting a 7 month license suspension and no interlock in my car. Mr. Blauvelt is definitely not a lawyer who just wants to take your money. If you want a lawyer that will do his very best he is the one!

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2014

Lawyer you can count on!

Back in June 2014 I was pulled over by a cop in South Brunswick because of a 911 caller about my driving. I was obviously not thinking and I should not have been on the road. I blew .09 at the breathalyzer test. I had maintained a good composure during my field tests but ended up with DUI + Reckless ...tickets facing bunch of charges. Also prosecution had a strong case with cop video recordings about my driving + 911 caller. My immediate reaction was to hire an attorney and turns out I made my first mistake. I signed up with a law firm in Woodbridge (starts with letter S*** Law Firm). I was connected with a paralegal, who responded very nicely until I paid my retainer. After that everything started going downhill. They didn't even bother to examine and discuss my case discovery. I was under tremendous discomfort since I didn't want to give up and end up with DUI on my license. While searching on internet, I found avvo.com and found Tom. When I called Tom I had already spent money with the other law firm, which would definitely not going to return money and do justice to my case. During my first call with Tom I felt he is genuine and no BS. I trusted the reviews and decided to substitute my lawyer. Tom is exceptional is an understatement. He ensured I hired a DUI expert, who was able to find that cops had conducted my DUI tests incorrectly. Interestingly DUI expert pointed out that the temperature gauge of the breathalyzer equipment was faulty hence recordings are not reliable. It seems anyone with a DUI case during that timeframe could potentially be dropped. Prosecution stated that during the trial. He was able to push back the prosecution to agree to drop all DUI charges. I ended up in a reduced reckless driving case and way less fine. Please do yourself a favor, if you need solid defense, just hire Tom. You will not regret it.

Posted by jim | September 26, 2014

the bow tie, knows law

If your looking for a top notch, well respected , professional lawyer, well I have to say you shouldn't look any further. I can only speak from my experience, of which is heart wrenching enough, tom was with me every step of the way. Not knowing the legal system I had a lot of questions. As I searc...hed for a lawyer, I heard war stories of how lawyers acted towards clients and I was very cautious. I met with a few, and the bottom line was, I have to trust my freedom with this man. Tom was the last I met, he was forth coming, honest, and by far the most reasonably priced. Granted his office isn't the best, he was late, and later found out has to drive very fast all day. I also found out its because he has a pretty good work load. This man has a passion, and its the law, he knows it in and out and believe me, I had a strange case, if he doesn't know it, he finds out very quickly. When in the court house, tom is very well respected, and my particular judge thought the world of him, although that is important in a criminal case the respect came from how thorough he is. The bottom line is tom dots his i's and crossing his t's..do yourself a big favor, stop looking, you've found the lawyer who will guard your freedom in the most professional way possible.. jim

Posted by Ellen | August 26, 2014

Wonderful attorney

My 18 year-old son was facing DWI, reckless driving, resisting arrest and assorted other charges. Mr. Blauvelt got everything reduced to essentially a parking ticket. No points or loss of license. He was absolutely wonderful in allaying our anxieties and was astonishingly prompt in returning emails,... even after hours. His fee was so reasonable and I would recommend him to anyone facing a serious driving related charge.

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