Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Jr.

Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Jr. is a dedicated attorney based in Toms River, New Jersey, known for his broad expertise across multiple legal areas. His practice at Champagne Law Group, LLC, covers immigration law, estate planning, family law, personal injury, criminal defense, workers’ compensation, DUI, and traffic violations. Mr. Champagne is committed to providing thorough legal support and strategic advocacy, especially in complex and high-stakes cases such as deportation defense, serious criminal charges, and injury claims. He is recognized for his detailed preparation and strong courtroom presence, ensuring his clients receive the best representation possible.

Mr. Champagne holds a J.D. from Vermont Law School (VLS), where he earned Dean’s List honors and established the Vermont Law Student Leadership Collective for Human Rights. He also participated in an exchange program focused on European Union law at Università di Trento, School of Law, Italy. Before law school, he completed his Bachelor’s degree at Columbia University and attended the Charles Hamilton Institute Prelaw Program at Georgetown University, School of Law.

Mr. Champagne has a legal career that began with significant experience as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Wendell E. Daniels, J.S.C., at the Superior Court of New Jersey, Ocean County. He is admitted to practice before the New Jersey Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court for New Jersey and Northern New York, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Third and Fourth Circuits.

Joseph Makhandal Champagne, Jr., continuously works to improve legal services and community justice through his active involvement in professional organizations and advisory committees. He has helped many individuals and families navigate difficult legal challenges with care and expertise.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Champagne Law Group, LLC
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
• Member, Ocean County Bar Association

Licensed State

• New Jersey

Education

• Vermont Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Columbia University
  Bachelor of Arts

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