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John G Koufos

5.0
Rating: 2.1

Licensed for 22 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2003

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2015

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John G Koufos's Reviews

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Posted by Joseph | May 20, 2010 | Criminal Defense

Excellent Defense

Mr. Koufos was thoroughly prepared throughout all aspects of my case, knowing how to build a defense and keeping me informed throughout the process. Mr. Koufos will defend you until he finds a resolution you are pleased with. Mr. Koufos was prepared to fight my charges with 4 different angles which... impressed myself and others in the court. I received a DUI charge which was pretty cut and dry but Koufos kept digging until he found a flaw in the procedure that had thrown the tests out. I wound up accepting a 90 day suspension rather than 7 months to a year. I was extremely pleased with my representation.

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Joshua Reinitz

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen John's career skyrocket from the first days he opened up his practice. John is a zealous, aggressive defender of his clients. His perserverence and skill often are the difference in achieving the results his clients need. I endorse John."

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Amy Stutzke

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is quite possibly one of the most intense people I have ever met. He goes hard and gives 110% at everything he does. This intensity alone gives John an unparalleled edge over other criminal defense attorneys in the state. He is the type of attorney that gets straight to the point, and will not waste anyone’s time or money. He is a fearless advocate, always ready to take a case to trial if need be. If you make the wise choice of retaining John, he will offer you individualized services, a kind ear, and, most importantly, aggressive advocacy."

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Timothy Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is an outstanding lawyer, who represents each of his client's zealously and effectively. He's a "lawyer's lawyer," willing to help out anyone in need of advice on criminal defense matters. He goes the extra yard to battle for his clients."

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Veronica Norgaard

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"If you want a tough attorney, John Koufos is the attorney you should hire. He is a zealous advocate that makes his adversaries cringe from the size of his motions. There is no job to big or too small for him and he does a phenomenal job no matter what the issue."

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Steven Hernandez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Not only do I endorse this lawyer's work, If I, or any of my friends, were charged with a crime, especially one that required incarceration, I would hire this attorney. John is recognized statewide as a proficient and learned defense attorney, and he exceeds all expectaions. While it takes many attorney's a lifetime to gain the trial experience he has, it has taken him only six short years."

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Experience

Rating:  2.1 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2015.

Disbarment issued in NJ, 2015

updated on 10/01/2015

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the the New Jersey Office of Attorney Ethics to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Temporary Suspension issued in NJ, 2012

updated on 05/30/2013

Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Honors

2011

Professional Achievement Award, New Jersey State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

2011

Supreme Court of New Jersey, Certified Criminal Trial Attorney

2010

Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey

2010

New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine

2009

New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine

2008

New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star, New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine

2003

Archibald R. Murray Public Service Award, Fordham University School of Law

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Fairleigh Dickinson University

2005 - Present

Partner, Koufos & Norgaard, LLC

2004 - 2005

Associate, Bathgate, Wegener & Wolf

2003 - 2004

Judicial Law Clerk, State of New Jersey (Honorable Edward M. Oles, J.S.C.)

Associations

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, General Practice Section

Trustee

2009 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Judicial Administration Committee

Member

2009 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committee

Trustee

2008 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Executive Committee

2007 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

Member

2004 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2003 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association, Criminal Practice Committee

Member

Education

2003

Fordham University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

MA - Masters

2000

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Career Planning Conference

Being a Criminal Defense Lawyer

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