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Rafael Gomez
LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW SINCE 1992
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201-646-3333
www.gomezlegal.com
Licensed to practice law in:
New Jersey
New York
United States Supreme Court
Practice Areas
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Divorce
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
- Cannabis & Marijuana Law
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- DUI & DWI
Fees
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Free Consultation
Free consultation for CERTAIN cases. Not all cases have a free consultation. Call us to be sure. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Contingent fees on most personal injury cases. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Payment plans available for most cases. Some cases do not have payment plans.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- New Jersey
- New Jersey Courts
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- New York
- New York State Office of Court Administration
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- New Jersey Federal Courts
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- New York Federal Courts
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
- Portuguese: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Attorney at Law since 1992
- GomezLegal
- Current
- Rafael Gomez, Attorney at Law, P.C. [gomezlegal.com]. Licensed since 1992.
Education
- Rutgers University
- Juris Doctor (1992) | Mock Trial Competition.
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- Rutgers University
- B.A. (1987)
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Legal Answers
5 Questions Answered
- Q. Can a debt collector take funds from my savings account in NJ after a judgment?
- A: Greetings, creditors typically are able to freeze the account by serving the proper court order on the bank. You may file an objection to the levy with the court. There are certain exemptions for funds that may not be levied. For example, your social security funds, disability payments, money from unemployment benefits, benefits from the Veteran's Administration (VA), certain welfare assistance as well as at least $1,000 which still remain in your account. There is no fee to file your objection with the court.
However, if your debts are considerable you should consult with a bankruptcy lawyer. You may be able to discharge all of this debt in bankruptcy BEFORE the creditor levy's ... Read More
- Q. Do acts of harassment alone constitute stalking under NJ law when seeking an FPO?
- A: Greetings, based on the law cited below, the answer is YES. You should file a complaint with the police department to accuse him of this charge. You must be able to show police all of the proofs you have mentioned. Good Luck!
2C:12-10 Definitions; stalking designated a crime; degrees.
1. a. As used in this act:
(1) "Course of conduct" means repeatedly maintaining a visual or physical proximity to a person; directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device, or means, following, monitoring, observing, surveilling, threatening, or communicating to or about, a person, or interfering with a person's property; repeatedly committing harassment against ... Read More
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