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    Essex County Has 628 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 5836 Reviews

    Judith Q. Bielan

    Judith Q. Bielan

    5.02 reviews Attention
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Trusts, Family, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Judith Bielan and her firm have represented me in my divorce proceedings and trial. They have surpassed every expectation and continue to do so. They are a reputable law firm, who have continually demonstrated their professionalism, thoroughness..."
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    Joseph T Maccarone

    Joseph T Maccarone

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate and more
    Review: "working with joseph maccarrone was the best decision my wife and I made when we were looking to purchase our first home. As first time home buyers, joseph guided us and gave his expertise advice throughout the whole process. His patience and under..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ethan Wells

    Ethan Wells

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Ethan C. Wells is a founding partner at Pustay & Wells, LLC. He focuses his practice in Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Wills and Estate Planning and general litigation. Ethan is an experienced litigator who has appeared regularly in Municipal ...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Louis Acevedo

    Louis Acevedo

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
    Bio: Louis Acevedo has been practicing law in the State of New Jersey for 38 years, and is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, New York, before the United States Supreme Court and Federal District Courts in New Jersey and Southern District of New Y...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Mitchell A Liebowitz

    Mitchell A Liebowitz

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Mitchell Leibowitz is more than just an attorney. He is a caring, kind and thoughtful individual. He is an amazing human being. He has personally guided me through several difficult times. I have also referred family and friends to Mitchell. Mitch..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Kelvin R Gil

    Kelvin R Gil

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, General Practice
    Bio: My office has provided legal assistance in the fields of immigration and criminal/quasi-criminal defense for over 17 years.
    Rating:  8.3
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    Joel M. Bacher

    Joel M. Bacher

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: Joel M. Bacher is a highly accomplished attorney with nearly 40 years of experience and a deep commitment to serving his clients and community. A resident of Wayne, NJ, he is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney a...
    Rating:  10
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    Salvatore Bellomo

    Salvatore Bellomo

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Salvatore Bellomo is a retired Chief Assistant Prosecutor. While with the Prosecutor’s Office he tried a large number of cases including but not limited to drug cases, assaults, robbery, burglary and homicide. He also has a wide range of knowledge...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Maximillian A. Novel

    Maximillian A. Novel

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Novel Law provides experienced representation in all federal, state and municipal courts. We serve clients throughout the State of New Jersey in criminal defense and complex civil disputes.
    Rating:  10
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    John D Lynch

    John D Lynch

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "John has been my attorney for 20+ years.....he is the best. I wouldn't use any other lawyer."
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    Brian Patrick Matousek

    Brian Patrick Matousek

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I hired Mr.Matousek because I needed a divorce attorney. What I got was a PHENOMENAL attorney. He showed great patience, honesty, professionalism and exceptional knowledge. Which culminated a positive result. His overwhelming dedication and care d..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Rubin M Sinins

    Rubin M Sinins

    5.02 reviews
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: As both a certified criminal trial attorney and certified civil trial attorney, a distinction held by fewer than 40 attorneys, Rubin Sinins represents individual and corporate clients in a host of legal contexts. His litigation experience is wide-...
    Rating:  10
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    Nicholas Lawrence Krochta

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    Nicholas Lawrence Krochta

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Defective and Dangerous Products and more
    Bio: Nicholas L. Krochta, Esq. joined Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq in the Spring of 2015. Nick is a graduate of the University of Scranton and Loyola University of Law School. During his long legal career, Nick has represented clients that have suffered s...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Genesis Anttonia Peduto

    Genesis Anttonia Peduto

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was looking at life in prison for something I did not do. This woman saved my life. I was nervous all the way until I heard not guilty. Wow. She's the best lawyer in town. She is fair and charges a flat fee so you know she will not stretch ..."
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    Timothy Patrick Kane

    Timothy Patrick Kane

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Bankruptcy and Debt, Real Estate, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "I have heard from several people who Tim represented that recommended him highly and then utilized him in a commercial rental agreement that would have been a nightmare had I gone ahead with. Tim's guidance and advice allowed me to get the best de..."
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    Matthew Thomas Priore

    Matthew Thomas Priore

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I got involved with the wrong crowd a few years back. I ended up in jail on multiple charges, my wife filed for divorce, etc. A friend recommended I see Mr. Priore. I am so glad I did. He listened, gave me straight advice and fought hard for me. I..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Stephen Turano

    Stephen Turano

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Securities & Investment Fraud
    Review: "I can personally say from experience he has helped me in numerous criminal cases. He isn't just. Lawyer he speaks with your family he gives life advise. Great father , friend, counselor to have on ones side. My first case, I was 21yrs , I am 31yrs..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Alan M. Bonder

    Alan M. Bonder

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, State, Local And Municipal Law, Workers Compensation and more
    Review: "Alan had been the attorney for most of my family (20+years) so without a doubt I went to him for my case. I was hit as a pedestrian by a "Medicaid" insured vehicle which had no bodily injury coverage. Due to not having my own automobile insurance ..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Oleg Nekritin

    Oleg Nekritin

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Attorney with the Law Offices of Robert J. De Groot, Esq. I enjoy and have success in taking on complex criminal and civil matters.
    Rating:  7.6
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    Candido Rodriguez

    Candido Rodriguez

    5.01 review
    Essex County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Arbitration, Family, Criminal Defense
    Review: "It was a long time ago when I needed help with a motor vehicle issue's. His than girlfriend later wife. LISA Referred me to him. He only charged me $100.00 and Lisa got mad. He stood up for me when she changed the invoice. She used to say that I w..."
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