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    Prosper Andrew Bellizia

    Prosper Andrew Bellizia

    4.930 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Essex County Assistant Prosecutor 1986 to 2005 Assistant Director: Internal Affiairs Director: Bias Crimes Unit I truly care about my clients and the impact that a criminal charge may have on their family. My biggest pleasure is expungeing or eras...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Kimberley Stuart

    Kimberley Stuart

    4.931 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Litigation and more
    Bio: FORMER PROSECUTOR. 22 YEARS EXPERIENCE. I take the time to understand my clients' unique situations and circumstances. I treat each client with respect and objectivity. I work hard to ensure great results in the courtroom, and positive outcomes th...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    James J. Leonard

    James J. Leonard

    3.513 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: James J. Leonard Jr., Esq. represents litigants in federal, state, and municipal courts for matters relating to: All Indictable Offenses All Disorderly Persons Offenses DWI Traffic Violations Drug Offenses White Collar Crime Juvenile Court Expunge...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Hanan M Isaacs

    Hanan M Isaacs

    4.865 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Family and more
    Review: "Hanan and his team are absolutely incredible. Not only was Hanan personable and empathetic, there was constant communication for transparency and awareness. Never once in the process did I feel left in the dark - anything I didn’t know was explain..."
    Rating:  10
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    Suzanne Marie Smith

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    Suzanne Marie Smith

    5.05 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Bio: With more than two decades in the legal field, Suzanne M. Smith, a partner at Cillick & Smith, has distinguished herself as a skilled litigator in criminal defense, personal injury, and Workers’ Compensation. Educated at the University of Albany a...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Peter Joseph Bronzino

    Peter Joseph Bronzino

    4.834 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Attorney Peter J. Bronzino has been dedicated to providing quality legal service to his clients for a number of years. Mr. Bronzino prides himself of prompty returning his client's phone calls and emails for a personilzed service. Mr. Bronzino's p...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Jennifer Lee Marshall

    Jennifer Lee Marshall

    4.826 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, State, Local And Municipal Law, Child Custody and more
    Bio: I am a solo practitioner with an office in Piscataway and Bridgewater New Jersey. I devote my practice to defending people charged with crimes or issued tickets. I also protect my client's rights in family cases such as divorce, child support, cus...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Jared B Weiss

    Jared B Weiss

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Review: "Jared Weiss has been my attorney for ten years now - helping me navigate starting my own business, and offering important legal guidance along the way as the company continues to grow and evolve, and also guiding my wife and I through several succ..."
    Rating:  8.5
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    Roy W Breslow

    Roy W Breslow

    4.712 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: With over 40 years of experience practicing law in New Jersey, former Assistant Prosecutor and Deputy Attorney General, Mr. Breslow has accumulated an arsenal of legal resources, which he employs everyday to serve his clients. Mr. Breslow has achi...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Brendan D. Moles

    Brendan D. Moles

    5.014 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Bio: Brendan Moles has helped hundreds of clients in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the defense of criminal charges, civil litigation, and much more. Brendan provides all of his clients with a personal and professional experience, available 24/7 t...
    Rating:  7.7
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    John P Robertson

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    John P Robertson

    5.010 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: John P. Robertson’s practice is organized around procedural rigor and strategic litigation protocols. Since beginning as an Assistant Prosecutor in 1986 and entering private practice in 1989, he has focused on defending individuals and entities in...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Michael Alvarez

    Michael Alvarez

    4.36 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: Michael Alvarez received his B.A. from the University of Southern California in 1993. Mr. Alvarez went on to receive his law degree from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City in 1996, where he was a Member of the Moot Court Honor Soci...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Robert R Simons

    Robert R Simons

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, State, Local And Municipal Law
    Bio: I am a former prosecutor who has been practicing primarily criminal law since 1991. I have been certified as a criminal trial attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court. This designation is only achieved by the top 5% of attorneys. I have also been ...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Jennifer L Toth

    Jennifer L Toth

    5.01 review
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Every case is important to Jenn, no matter how small. She knows that being involved in the legal system is often very stressful, but she strives to make her clients comfortable as she helps them navigate their cases. She makes herself available fo...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Michael S Allongo

    Michael S Allongo

    4.77 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Former felony-level trial team prosecutor. Practice primarily in the areas of immigration and criminal defense. Within immigration focus on removal defense, but also handle family-based immigration petitions.
    Rating:  9.2
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    Carlos E Jimenez

    Carlos E Jimenez

    5.06 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Eighteen years of criminal law experience. Former Prosecutor in Essex and Middlesex County. I will protect and defend your rights in Municipal and Superior Court. I will fight for you! Reasonable Rate. Free Consultation. We speak Spanish.
    Rating:  7.9
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    Jacqueline M. O'Donnell

    Jacqueline M. O'Donnell

    5.024 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Jacqueline M. O'Donnell graduated from the Honors Program at the University of Scranton in 1987, with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. She thereafter attended Seton Hall Law School full time, while also working at law firms and the Newar...
    Rating:  9.3
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    Louis Anthony Casadia

    Louis Anthony Casadia

    5.04 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Bio: When you are charged with a Criminal Offense you need an Attorney that not only has trial experience but is familiar with the geographic area you are charged in. Louis A. Casadia has a combined seven years of experience practicing criminal law as ...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Russell Anthony DePersia

    Russell Anthony DePersia

    5.014 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: In his first year as an undergrad, Russell DePersia attended Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania, where he pursued his studies and the sport of basketball with equal passion. After his freshman year at Albright, Russ transferred to Rutgers U...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Mitchell Jonathon Ansell

    Mitchell Jonathon Ansell

    3.33 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I cannot say enough positive things regarding Mr. Ansell. After facing a serious drug charge and a possible license suspension for a DUI (D) I knew I had to hire a lawyer with an excellent reputation and was in good standing with both local law en..."
    Rating:  10
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