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Biography
Garrett M. Fruchtman is a trial attorney with offices in Staten Island, New York. Recently, Garrett has been focusing on Criminal and DWI/DUI Defense. Garrett currently represents individuals charged with serious criminal matters in New York and New Jersey. He regularly represents individuals and a variety of business entities in real estate, wills/estates, civil litigation, and domestic violence matters.
Garrett is a 2008 Seton Hall University School of Law graduate in Newark, NJ. After graduation, Garrett served a one-year appointment as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Eugene H. Austin, a Judge of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Bergen County. He began private practice criminal defense after his clerkship at a boutique criminal defense firm in Newark, NJ, before joining the Law Offices of Michael G. Brucki, LLC. In March of 2017, he joined the law firm of Jack Stern, Attorney at Law, in Staten Island, New York.
Garrett is now a named partner at Stern Stern & Fruchtman, PC, in Staten Island, New York.
I always strive to be available and responsive to my clients anytime, anywhere, anyplace.
If you are facing criminal charges, the attorney you hire can have a huge impact on the outcome of your case.
If you are facing DUI or DWI charges, the attorney you hire can have a huge impact on the outcome of your case.
We never forget that your transaction is the most one of your life!
Everyone will eventually get a traffic ticket if you drive enough, let me help you navigate the bureaucracy that is the New Jersey Municipal Court system.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Real Estate
30%
17 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
17 years
Contracts and Agreements
10%
17 years
Criminal Defense
10%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-450 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
STERN, STERN & FRUCHTMAN, PC
(718) 448-4509
Fax
(718) 736-2073
Mobile
1189 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY, 10310
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Online Presence
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Posted by Mike | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Represented me on the sale of my NYC condo
Garrett and his staff helped quickly close on the sale of my NYC condo. Garrett handled the entire process from start to finish professionally and quickly, and it's clear he knows what he is doing. Thank you so much! I would 100% recommend Garrett for any of your NYC real estate needs.
Posted by Reyhan | February 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Residential
The best!
Mr. Fruchtman was responsive, quick, intelligent and knowledgeable. He was flexible with my difficult schedule (due to COVID) and helped me get through my first home purchase closing smoothly. He has also taken care of some things related to the my business that is unrelated to the house. I would re...
Posted by Tim | April 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Real Estate Pro
Garrett was fantastic with our closing. From answering questions about the contracts and legalities of buying a home to helping to negotiate with the seller on several sticking points, he always went above and beyond to help. Having him in my corner helped to ensure the process was expeditious and hi...
Posted by Cheryl | August 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney!!
I hired Garrett Fruchtman for my husband in a new York criminal matter. He was professional and knowledgeable and always got back to me. I thought our life was over because my husband was facing mandatory time for crime he committed. Mr. fruchtman got my husband released and he got the charges downgr...
Posted by Tom Espo | March 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Excellent!
I contacted Mr Fruchtman regarding a contract review and I am certainly glad I did. Very professional, easy to get in contact with and was awesome to deal with. Would recommend!
Garrett Michael Fruchtman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Garrett is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. Garretts' peer endorsements and client reviews confirm he is a zealous advocate and an asset to the legal community."
"I am more than pleased to endorse the work of Mr. Fruchtman. The breadth of Garrett's practice and the substantial level of experience he has garnered in his criminal defense work have led me to, time and time again, refer criminal matters to him."
"Garrett and I have worked together professionally. Garrett has also represented me on a number of real estate transactions, personally."
"Mr. Fruchtman’s knowledge, professionalism and work ethic are to be admired. I endorse this attorney."
"An extremely capable attorney committed to providing highest quality representation to his clients. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"I have seen the zeal and effort that Mr. Fruchtman puts into all of his cases. This is a lawyer who truly cares about his clients and the outcome of their case."
"Garrett is extremely professional in his handling of matters as well as knowledgable in his various areas of practice. I was impressed with his competence in the cases we worked on together and look forward to working with him again in the future."
"I have had an opportunity to collaborate with Garrett on several cases and I have always been impressed by his diligence and skill. He is a terrific advocate for his clients and I look forward to working with him again."
Richard Huizenga
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Nathan Sheffield
Entertainment lawyer
John Fellin
Divorce and separation lawyer
Steven Garber
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Jack Stern Attorney at Law
2015 - Present
Of Counsel, Law Offices of Michael G. Brucki, LLC
2012 - 2015
Of Counsel, Austin & Stein
2009 - 2012
Attorney, Boutique Criminal Law Firm
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, State Of New Jersey
Associations
Richmond County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State of New Jersey v. Borazz
The charge for the violation N.J.S.A. 39:4-97.3 was dismissed, with prejudice by the Court after the State conceded they could not prove the violation beyond a reasonable doubt.
Education
2008
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
State University of New York, Binghamton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Municipal Court Review
New Jersey Municipal Court Practice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
TTransfer of real estate ?
22 Sep 2021
Q&A
NJ seatbelt ticket, fight it or not
05 Jun 2019
Q&A
I was arrested for possession of a small amount of marijuana and a pipe in New Jersey. Will I lose my liscence?
10 Apr 2019