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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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    David Gelman

    David Gelman

    5.05 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: David is a license attorney in the States of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. David's focus is getting the client the best result possible. David has been an assistant prosecutor for 5 years prior to him opening Gelman Law, LLC. At the Prosecutor's of...
    Rating:  8.1
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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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    Steven D Altman

    Steven D Altman

    3.45 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI and DWI and more
    Review: "I just started working with Mr.Altman, so for sure I may be jumping the gun here but a couple of things are absolute: Mr Altman is a man of integrity, honesty, and high capability. He’s compassionate and accessible. And I believe that at every..."
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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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    Carlos E Jimenez

    Carlos E Jimenez

    5.06 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 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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    Frederick Richard Dunne

    Frederick Richard Dunne

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation
    Bio: Chip is admitted to practice law in the states of New Jersey and California as well as the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. His education background is Wayne Valley High School, Quinnipiac University, and Thomas Jeffers...
    Rating:  9.5
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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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    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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    Alan M Liebowitz

    Alan M Liebowitz

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Bio: Since 1989, Alan M. Liebowitz, Esq., has vigorously defended clients facing criminal charges, and zealously represented clients who have been injured on the job and are seeking workers' compensation or who have suffered personal injury due to an a...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Jonathan Joseph Bruno

    Jonathan Joseph Bruno

    5.019 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I've used this firm 4 times...all dwi cases. All 4 were dismissed or downgraded ..He is worth every penny he charges .I will never use another lawyer along as they are still around.i give 10 STARS. I referred him to all my friends and every single..."
    Rating:  7.7
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    Rajeh A Saadeh

    Rajeh A Saadeh

    4.780 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Visit to learn more about Rajeh A. Saadeh! Rajeh A. Saadeh, the founding attorney of The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C., devotes a substantial portion of his litigation practice to matrimonial and family law and handles all issues pertainin...
    Rating:  10
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    Angus U. Ejiofor

    Angus U. Ejiofor

    5.05 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Abuse, Child Custody and more
    Bio: If you want a law firm that is passionate and compassionate, focused and dedicated, then we are the law firm for you. Our lawyers are always available to speak with you regardless of the time. We make it a habit to return our calls on time.
    Rating:  10
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    John V. Salierno

    John V. Salierno

    4.836 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: John studied political science at Saint Peter's University, and obtained a Juris Doctorate at Seton Hall University School of Law. He then served as a judicial law clerk in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County. In 2020, John earned the ...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Walter A Lesnevich

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    Walter A Lesnevich

    1.01 review
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and more
    Bio: During more than 30 years as a personal injury and criminal defense attorney, Mr. Lesnevich has amassed considerable skill and experience and has tried many cases in these areas: professional malpractice, wrongful death, automobile accidents and i...
    Rating:  10
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    Ronald B Thompson

    Ronald B Thompson

    5.013 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Civil Rights and more
    Bio: The knowledge gained from his former positions as a police officer and prosecutor, has equipped Mr. Thompson with in-depth knowledge and foresight necessary to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. His pleasant manner will minimize t...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Samuel Scherer Coe

    Samuel Scherer Coe

    5.07 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Bio: The Law Office of Samuel S. Coe is focused on the areas of criminal defense, family law, real estate, estate planning and intellectual property in Rockland County, Westchester County, Orange County and throughout New York. The firm operates on the...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Andrew C Olesnycky

    Andrew C Olesnycky

    5.011 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Andrew Olesnycky, the former head of the Union County Prosecutor's Office's Domestic Violence Unit, joined the Law Offices of Robert G. Stahl in August of 2015. During his nearly five-year tenure with the Union County Prosecutor's Office, Mr. Oles...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Mark S Guralnick

    Mark S Guralnick

    4.778 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Experienced Attorney handling complex family law cases, legal malpractice cases, as well as personal injury and criminal cases. Author of eight books. Eight college degrees. Licensed to practice law in nine U.S. states and four foreign countries. ...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Mark Garnet Davis

    Mark Garnet Davis

    4.921 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    Review: "Mr.Davis is an outstanding detailed lawyer as a client he is a phone call away if needed he works around the clock and get back in a timely manner ! I don’t know what we would’ve done without him ! Affordable fair and works with you if anyone is e..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Gerald D Miller

    Gerald D Miller

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 61 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Appeals
    Review: "Mr.Miller & Associates were excellent with my case. I have an extensive background and had two different cases pending. We were able to get everything resolved to a probation sentence! Something everybody thought would be impossible. I’m going to ..."
    Rating:  9.0
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