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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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Peter R. Willis

Peter R. Willis

  • Peter R. Willis LLC
26 Journal Square Plaza #1201, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
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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 and Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, Arbitration, Assault And Battery, Cannabis Law, Class Action, DUI & DWI, Discrimination, ...
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Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Jr.

Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Jr.

  • Champagne Law Group, LLC
70 E Water St STE 3B, Toms River, NJ 08753
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Family, Immigration, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Probate, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, Workers Compensation
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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, DUI & DWI, Divorce And Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
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Randy E. Lewis

Randy E. Lewis

569 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #305, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal and Dog Bites, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, Slip & Fall Accidents, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, Workers Compensation, ...
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Judge Jose L. Linares

Judge Jose L. Linares

100 Mulberry St, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits and Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, Business Litigation, Class Action, Copyright, Corporate, Litigation, Patent, ...
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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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Joseph D. Rotella

Joseph D. Rotella

24 Commerce St #1726, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Juvenile, Sex Crime, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime
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Michael V. Caracappa

Michael V. Caracappa

1 Gateway Ctr, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Health Care, Lawsuits and Disputes
Practice Areas: Appeals, Business Litigation, Federal Crime, Litigation, Professional Liability, White Collar Crime
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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 And Battery, Car Accidents, Child Custody, Child Support, Construction Accidents, 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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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, DUI & DWI, Divorce And Separation, Drug Crime, Limited Liability Company (LLC), ...
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Mark N Glyptis

Mark N Glyptis

  • Law Office of Mark N. Glyptis
14 Sandalwood Ave, Trenton, NJ 08619
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Appeals, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Commercial Real Estate, Creditor Debtor Rights, Debt & Lending, Expungement, ...
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Raul J. Pinto

Raul J. Pinto

  • Pinto Law Group
1338 North Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Contracts And Agreements, Drug Crime, Expungement, Guardianship, Gun Law, ...
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Timothy J. Little

Timothy J. Little

  • The Law Offices of Timothy J. Little
517 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Commercial Real Estate, Corporate, Land Use And Zoning, Litigation, Power of Attorney, Probate, State, Local & Municipal, ...
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Juan C. Fernandez

Juan C. Fernandez

  • Fernandez Garcia, LLC
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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Husain A. Gatlin

Husain A. Gatlin

1 Gateway Ctr # 2600, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Juvenile, Sex Crime, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, ...
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Adam W. Toraya

Adam W. Toraya

24 Commerce St Suite 1000, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Appeals, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime
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Frank J. Sciro Jr.

Frank J. Sciro Jr.

  • Sciro & Marotta, P.C.
66 Hamilton Stree Suite 103, Paterson, NJ 07505
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault And Battery, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, Identity Theft, Speeding And Traffic Ticket, ...
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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, DUI & DWI, Divorce And Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
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Robert Musto

Robert Musto

  • Musto Law Firm
51 Green St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, DUI & DWI, Divorce And Separation, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, ...
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Kenneth Vercammen

Kenneth Vercammen

  • Kenneth Vercammen and Associates, PC
2053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, NJ 08817
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal and Dog Bites, Assault And Battery, Cannabis Law, Car Accidents, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Expungement, ...
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Howard W. Bailey

Howard W. Bailey

24 Commerce St Suite 1000, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Insurance Claims, Sex Crime
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Elena Cicognani

Elena Cicognani

1 Gateway Ctr, Newark, NJ 07102
Legal Specialization: Business, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits and Disputes
Practice Areas: Antitrust And Trade Law, Appeals, Business Litigation, Class Action, Federal Crime, Litigation, Securities Litigation, ...
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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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