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Peter Bruso
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Biography
Peter Bruso is an attorney with Jay Goodman & Associates Law Firm, PC and Lightning Legal Group, PC.. He has been practicing law for over forty-two years. He began his career as a young Assistant Prosecutor, rising to the rank of Chief and appearing in numerous criminal jury trials. In private practice, Mr. Bruso has extensive experience in criminal defense work, divorce law and contested probate matters.
Mr. Bruso and his wife are the owners of the Old Boarding House Mercantile, the historic General Store in Madrid, New Mexico. They are members of the Madrid Merchants Association and the Madrid Landowners Association.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in New Mexico for 52 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 51 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Jay Goodman & Associates
2019 Galisteo St., Ste. C3, Santa Fe, NM, 87505
Lightning Legal Group, PC
3949 Corrales Rd, Ste. 110, Corrales, NM, 87048
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Peter Bruso's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter Bruso is an excellent attorney with a wealth of knowledge. His performance in the court room is dynamic and robust. He understands and knows the Rules of Evidence like no other. If I ever needed a litigator to represent me, I would not hesitate to consult with, and hire Peter Bruso."
"I endorse this lawyer. Peter Bruso is a formidable opponent but also a fair and reasonable attorney, which is an incredible combination! He has practiced for decades and in working with him on several legal matters now I have learned volumes."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"In my opinion, Peter Bruso is one of the best lawyers I have ever had the privilege to know. As Teddy Roosevelt has advised, "speak softly and carry a big stick". Peter Bruso epitomizes this adage in both his personal and professional life. Peter has a reputation as being a consummate gentleman. He is respectful, has integrity, the highest level of ethics I've ever seen, and an amazing amount of experience. However, when representing clients, he is an attorney that you never see coming (viz. see Devil's advocate). Additionally, his multijurisdictional licensure provide perspective and effectiveness that is truly unique. If I ever needed a lawyer, I would seek Mr. Bruso's counsel."
Vanessa DeNiro
Family lawyer
Cynthia Sikelianos
Probate lawyer
Jay Goodman
Estate planning lawyer
Christie Coleman
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
1995
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Award, Loyola University of Chicago School of Law
1989
Meritorious Public Service Recognition, New Jersey Supreme Court
1974
Boston University School of Law, American Jurisprudence Award
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Jay Goodman and Associates Law Firm, PC
2012 - Present
Attorney, Lightning Legal Group, PC
1994 - 2006
Attorney, Sole Practitioner
1982 - 1994
Attorney, Jacobs, Bruso and Barbone, LLC
1974 - 1982
Assistant Prosecutor and Chief Assistant, Atlantic County Prosector's Office
Associations
New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
US District Court, District of New Jersey
Criminal Justice Act Panel Member
Community Justice Institute (NJ)
Certified Family Law Economic Mediator
New Jersey Supreme Court District Ethics Committee
Member
Vincent Hanneman Inns of Court
Mentor
New Jersey Assistant Prosecutors Association
Officer
Sample of Legal Cases
Trump Plaza v. Federal Sign Company
Favorable jury verdict against Trump Plaza.
Education
1974
Boston University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1968
West Virginia Wesleyan College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
German