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Top Criminal Defense Lawyers From New Jersey

In New Jersey, getting charged with a crime—whether it’s DUI, drug offenses, assault, or fraud—can upend everything fast. With aggressive prosecutors and strict laws, you need a defense that’s smart, tough, and ready to act. Whether you’re in Newark, Trenton, or a small town, the right attorney makes all the difference. Explore a handpicked list of top-rated criminal defense attorneys across New Jersey—respected pros known for sharp strategy, courtroom strength, and standing up for your rights without backing down.

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Howard W. Bailey

Howard W. Bailey

24 Commerce St Suite 1000, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Insurance Claims, Sex Crimes
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Edward F. Borden, Jr.

Edward F. Borden, Jr.

20 Brace Rd # 400, Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08034
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Insurance, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Arbitration, Business Litigation, Discrimination, Employment Litigation, Litigation, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Termination
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Rasheedah R. Terry

Rasheedah R. Terry

409 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Immigration, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Appeals, Car Accidents, Discrimination, Employee Benefits, Federal Crime, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, ...
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Jonathan Diego

Jonathan Diego

  • The Dwyer Law Firm LLC
550 Broad St Suite 704, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Discrimination, Employment Litigation, Juvenile, Sex Crimes, Sexual Harassment, Slip & Fall Accidents, ...
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Adam Lamparello

Adam Lamparello

  • Lamparello Law, Education, and Advocacy
201 Berkshire Rd, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Education
Practice Areas: Appeals, Constitutional, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Gun Law, Litigation, Violent Crime
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Matthew D. Grossman

Matthew D. Grossman

60 Park Pl 18th Floor, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Alimony, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, ...
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Thomas R. Calcagni

Thomas R. Calcagni

1085 Raymond Blvd 18th floor, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Health Care, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Licensing, Litigation, Workers' Compensation, Wrongful Termination
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Michael H. Freeman

Michael H. Freeman

494 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Employment Litigation, White Collar Crime, Workers' Compensation, Wrongful Termination
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Harry Shlyonsky

Harry Shlyonsky

14 Woodward Dr, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Appeals, Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
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Paris Lee

Paris Lee

  • Lee & Garasia, LLC
22 Bridge St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Immigration
Practice Areas: Citizenship & Naturalization, Deportation, Employment-Based Immigration, Family-Based Immigration, Green Cards, Visa & Permits
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Derek A. DeCosmo

Derek A. DeCosmo

  • DeCosmo Law, Attorneys at Law
511 Market St, Camden, NJ 08102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Immigration
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Asylum, Citizenship & Naturalization, Deportation, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Family-Based Immigration, ...
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Yan Rudikh

Yan Rudikh

2500 Plaza 5 25th Floor Jersey City, NJ 07311
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, Slip & Fall Accidents, Social Security & Disability, Workers' Compensation
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Victor A. Afanador

Victor A. Afanador

570 Broad St #1201, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, Arbitration, Assault & Battery, Cannabis Law, Class Action, Discrimination, Drug Crime, ...
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Lorraine M. Medeiros

Lorraine M. Medeiros

56 Ferry St # 1, Newark, NJ 07105
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, ...
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Anthony C. Mack

Anthony C. Mack

60 Park Pl 18th Floor, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Domestic Violence, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accidents, Products Liability, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Death
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Jonathan F. Marshall

Jonathan F. Marshall

  • The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall
168 US-1, Edison, NJ 08817
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Gun Law, Identity Theft, ...
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Nicholas A. Moschella, Jr.

Nicholas A. Moschella, Jr.

  • The Law Office of Nicholas A. Moschella, Jr.
278 Brick Boulevard, Brick, NJ 08723
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, ...
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Vishnu N. Khemraj

Vishnu N. Khemraj

  • Khemraj Law Firm, PC 
625 Main Ave f6, Passaic, NJ 07055
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Employment, Estate Planning, Family, Health Care, Immigration, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Asylum, Child Custody, Child Support, Citizenship & Naturalization, Commercial Real Estate, ...
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Juan C. Fernandez

Juan C. Fernandez

1139 E Jersey St #607, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Employment
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination
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Christopher D. Adams

Christopher D. Adams

Four Gateway Center, 100 Mulberry St, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Business Litigation, Corporate & Incorporation, Federal Crime, Government Contracts, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities Litigation, ...
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Nickita A. Alexiades

Nickita A. Alexiades

494 Broad St #208, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Administrative, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Drug Crime, DUI & DWI, Limited Liability Company (LLC), ...
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John W. Marotta

John W. Marotta

  • Law Office of Sciro & Marotta, P.C.
66 Hamilton St #103, Paterson, NJ 07505
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Alimony, Assault & Battery, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Construction Accidents, Divorce & Separation, ...
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Jeffrey C. Zucker

Jeffrey C. Zucker

415 Federal Street, Camden, NJ 08103
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Appeals, Assault & Battery, Business Litigation, Car Accidents, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
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Dwaine Williamson

Dwaine Williamson

  • The Williamson Law Firm, LLC
354 S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08608
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Appeals, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, ...
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Wolfgang A. Albrecht, III

Wolfgang A. Albrecht, III

Four Gateway Center, 100 Mulberry St, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Business Litigation, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, White Collar Crime
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