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Sean J. Spinello
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Biography
I am a former municipal prosecutor in the State of New Jersey. Since graduating from the Rutgers School of Law in 1989, I have served as a prosecutor in over 20 New Jersey municipalities, including Barnegat, Beach Haven, Beachwood, Berkeley Township, Brick Township, Brielle, Eagleswood Township, Harvey Cedars, Holmdel, Jackson Township, Lacey Township, Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach Township, Manchester Township, Mountainside, Ocean Gate, Ocean Township, Pine Beach, Plumsted Township, Point Pleasant Beach, Point Pleasant Borough, Surf City, Stafford Township, Toms River and Tuckerton. Now dedicated solely to defense practice, I founded my office to advocate for clients in DWI/DUI, drug, traffic, and municipal court matters throughout New Jersey. I focus not only on the law but also any emotional/family/medical/psychological challenges facing each client. After all, you are an individual person, not a file number, and no two cases or people are alike. I have extensive experience representing individuals in DWI/DUI, drug, traffic, accidents and municipal court matters and have handled thousands of cases. I am one of the limited number of defense attorneys in New Jersey to have been trained by the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General and the New Jersey State Police regarding the use and operation of the Alcotest breath testing instrument. I am an experienced trial attorney and if retained will always fight for you to the best of my ability. You will always deal directly with me, not a junior associate, and I accept cases throughout all of New Jersey. My consultations are free and I look forward to speaking with you. Sincerely, Sean Spinello
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Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
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Sean J. Spinello, Esq.
33 South Wood Avenue, Suite 600, Woodbridge, NJ, 08830
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Posted by Mike | July 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Best Attorney Ever
I had a traffic stop and was handed 4 tickets totalling 14 points - enough to lose my drivers license - for a single yield sign infraction. I have not had a moving violation in over 30 years. I guess the officer was having a bad morning. We were fortunate enough to have found Sean Spinello thru my...
Posted by Vikram | June 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very Responsive and Great Lawyer
I contacted Sean through his website and he responded within a day. He helped me with my traffic ticket and was able to resolve without my appearance in court. I have dealt with a few different lawyers over the last 10 years and Sean was the most responsive to my emails and calls. I didn't have t...
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Sean is the best and also a pleasure to work with!
Sean was great. His attention to detail, quick responses and amazing service is second to none. I would reccomend him to everyone i know and beyond.
Posted by Elise | May 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Caring and Effective Attorney
Mr. Spinello defended me against a charge of enabling a drunk driver in Edison, NJ. His careful consultation and thourough knowledge of the law ultimately resulted in a full dismissal of the charges. He is a very competent lawyer and I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Careless driving ticket
I have worked with a few different attorneys before however I have never met one who was as attentive, professional, and knowledgeable as Sean. Today we went to court in Bergen county, I had a careless driving ticket. This type of ticket on my record would have dictated the future at my company. Sean...
Sean J. Spinello's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Sean is an outstanding attorney. He is extremely knowledgable, intelligent and competent to handle the most complex criminal/DWI related matters. As a prosecutor, he was tough but fair. Now he's utilizing his experience to help people accused of violating the law. I wholeheartedly endorse him and his skills."
"Mr. Spinello served as opposing counsel in a number of matters where I represented clients charged with DWI. He showed on each of these occasions a tremendous knowledge of DWI law. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sean is an excellent attorney. He cares about each case and client. Sean is a man of great integrity and gets fantastic results for his clients."
"Sean is an excellent attorney. Sean is very professional, highly knowledgeable in the law and extremely dedicated to his client's cases. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Spinello trained me when I was a new Municipal Court Prosecutor, so I can tell you first hand that he is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of Municipal Court law, especially DWI law. As a defense attorney Mr. Spinello is always courteous, thoroughly prepared, respected by Judges, and often times has researched a unique and compelling legal argument in his client’s defense. Moreover, Sean displays a genuine sense of compassion for the clients he represents. I offer my highest recommendation of Sean Spinello when selecting an attorney for your Municipal Court matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Spinello is a well-versed and cordial attorney who I would consider a friend in our community. His experience and knowledge prove most beneficial to his clients."
Richard Gregory
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Aug 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Sean is an excellent attorney. He works hard to develop a positive rapport with each client he represents. Not only is he extremely well-informed and experienced in his application of the law, but he is also sympathetic and attentive with regard to the needs and concerns of his clients. I do not hesitate to recommend this attorney, as I have seen first-hand the way he vigorously advocates on behalf of his clients, while always maintaining a close and caring relationship with those he works to serve."
"When I was a municipal prosecutor I worked on numerous matters with Mr. Spinello, he is a great attorney."
"I see Mr. Spinello in several municipal courts throughout New Jersey. He is very knowledgeable, and works hard for his clients. The prosecutors and judges throughout New Jersey respect Mr. Spinello. I highly endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer because I know him from when he prosecuted cases and back then he always managed to temper his sense of justice with mercy and now I know it is because he was a defense attorney at heart. Now that he does what he loves he knows and anticipates the prosecutor's position before he even meets with him and he does this better than anyone else I know in this business. In other words, Sean knows every trick in the book, which explains why he helps his clients out so much. This is why I endorse Sean Spinello."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Exceptional attorney with extensive experience. While a formidable adversary in the court room (Sean was a prosecutor), he always maintained the highest integrity in his role as a prosecutor to seek justice. He was fair and thoughtful, always mindful of the legal, moral and ethical implications of his actions. As an adversary, he was capable and thorough. I would rate him a 10 out of a 10. As a defense attorney, Sean maintains that commitment and obligation to the people he represents. His character is exemplary and he is among the most respected attorneys in the local bar. Beyond that, he has a full spectrum of experience prior to his prosecuting activities that give him a unique perspective in the field."
"Mr. Spinello is a leader in the community and in his profession. I have known Mr. Spinello for over 15 years, and he is professional and abides by the highest ethical standards."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Sean Spinello was a Municipal prosecutor in many towns in Ocean County before he went into private practice. As the prosecutor he was my adversary in many DUI/DWI and other municipal court matters as I would represent the defendants in such matters. It is not often I compliment an adversary who is now also seeking to represent defendants, but in Sean's case I will make an exception. Sean flat out knows what is doing in any municipal court matter. Add to that he is professional, courteous and respectful of the court, opposing counsel and the defendants/clients and you have a winning combination. For these reasons I highly recommend Sean Spinello for any DWI/DUI matter or any other municipal court matter because he knows what he is doing and he cares!!"
"Sean is one of the most talented lawyers with whom I had the pleasure of working. He dedicates himself conscientiously and relentlessly to the pursuit and protection of his clients' interests and also beings good common sense and an extensive knowledge of the law to the table to ensure his clients receive the best possible results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney. Knows the law and people."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Presenter, Expungement Law Continuing Education Seminar, Ocean County Bar Association
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 10%, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Oustanding Citizen Award, Middlesex County Sheriff's Officers Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 59
2016
Top 10%, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Best of New Jersey, The Italian Voice
1993
Man of the Year, Mountainside Police Benevolent Association
1991
Certified Mediator, Seton Hall University School of Law
1989
National Mock Trial Team, Rutgers University School of Law
1989
Moot Court Board, Rutgers University School of Law
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Leon Matchin, LLC
2012 - 2013
Prosecuting Attorney, State Of New Jersey
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Citt, Holzapfel and Zabarsky, PC
2011 - 2023
Owner, Sean J. Spinello Law Offices, LLC
2005 - 2011
Senior Assistant Vice President and Law Professor, Rutgers University
2004 - 2005
Dean and Professor, New Jersey Institute of Technology
1997 - 2004
Dean and Law Professor, Rutgers University
1994 - 1997
Managing Partner, Spinello Law Firm
1993 - 1993
Adjunct Law Professor, Seton Hall University School of Law
1989 - 1994
Prosecuting Attorney, State Of New Jersey
1989 - 1994
Attorney, Post Polak Goodsell MacNeill & Strauchler
1987 - 1989
Law Clerk, New Jersey Bell Telephone Company
Associations
1989 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember, Municipal Court Committee
2021 - 2022
Ocean County Bar AssociationMember, Mock Trial Committee
2016 - 2018
American Institute of Criminal Law AttorneysMember
2011 - 2022
Ocean County Bar AssociationMember, Municipal Court Committee
2011 - 2014
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2022
Ocean County Bar AssociationMember, Criminal Practice Committee
2005 - 2011
National Association of College and University AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DWI, Refusal and Criminal Drug Charges Dismissed
DWI, Refusal and Criminal Drug Charges Dismissed
104 MPH Speeding Charge Dismissed
104 MPH Speeding Charge Dismissed
DWI Dismissed
DWI Dismissed
Drug Charge Dismissed and Motion to Suppress Evidence Granted
Drug Charges Dismissed
Education
2000
Rutgers University
Ed. M.
1989
Rutgers, State University of New Jersey School of Law - Newark
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Rutgers University, Cook College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions
Post-Docs and Collective Bargaining: Issues and Trends
2009
National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions
Are Contingent Faculty Interests Best Represented in Joint Bargaining Units or in Units Distinct and Separate from Those of Full-time Faculty? Preferences of Current Administrators and Union Leaders
2009
Academy of Academic Personnel Administrators
Bargaining in Challenging Times and getting Financial Issues Under Control - Impact on Retirement, Benefits and Workload
2008
Rutgers University Graduate School of Education
Education Law
2008
National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining and the Professions Annual Conference
Merit Pay:Current and Future Models"
2004
Mid-Atlantic Association of College and University Housing Officers
FERPA 101
2001
Rutgers University Graduate School of Education
Law of Higher Education
2001
Rutgers University Graduate School of Education
Education Law
2001
Association of College Unions International
Legal Issues in Student Affairs
2000
Rutgers University Graduate School of Education
Education Law
1999
Rutgers University School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
Baccalaureate Speaker
1997
Mid-Atlantic Association of College and University Housing Officers
Student Alcohol Harm Reduction: A Joint Student-Administration Approach
1993
Seton Hall University School of Law
Legal Writing
Publications
2012
Journal of Collective Bargaining in the Professions
Merit Pay - Current and Future Models
Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers