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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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    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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    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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    Mark S Guralnick

    Mark S Guralnick

    4.679 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 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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    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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    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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    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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    Marvin J Hammerman

    Marvin J Hammerman

    5.035 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Bio: Marvin Hammerman is a litigation attorney and the managing partner / founder of Hammerman Rosen LLP. He has a background in civil litigation and insurance defense, and leveraged his experience defending insurance companies into representing indivi...
    Rating:  10
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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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    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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    Ronen Asher Cohen

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    Ronen Asher Cohen

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Expungement and more
    Bio: Ronen Cohen, Esq. earned his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University in 2004 and his Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2007. He has extensive experience navigating the court systems of New York and New Jersey and addres...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Jonathan Joseph Bruno

    Jonathan Joseph Bruno

    5.019 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 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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    Dominique Tonacchio

    Dominique Tonacchio

    5.019 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Residential and more
    Bio: Dominique Tonacchio is a founding partner of Tonacchio Law, LLC, known for her tenacious and aggressive advocacy, strategic legal thinking, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcome for every client. Her legal experience is extensive...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Christopher Lee Benevento

    Christopher Lee Benevento

    5.05 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I am an attorney that is dedicated to fighting on behalf of my clients. I seek justice for those that have been wronged and for those that have made mistakes. The legal system is a complicated minefield and it is essential that every defendant in ...
    Rating:  8.4
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    John V. Salierno

    John V. Salierno

    4.836 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 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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    Christian Peter Fleming

    Christian Peter Fleming

    5.04 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Chris Fleming is a partner with Jabin & Fleming, LLC, in East Brunswick, New Jersey. An experienced litigator, Chris specializes in plaintiff's personal injury cases and criminal defense. He is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Cri...
    Rating:  9.5
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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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    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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    Marvin R Walden

    Marvin R Walden

    5.03 reviews
    New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Attorney Marvin “Chip” Walden is a former 2-time Weehawken Municipal Councilman, and an active civil, criminal, and matrimonial case litigator for more than 30 years. He is focused on personal injury, family, and criminal law. He has had significa...
    Rating:  10
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