Somerset County Lawyers

Standing up to the government and advocating for the accused is what Jacob V. Hudnut (Jake) loves most about his work. Prior to joining Spar Bernstein, Jake managed his own criminal defense practice for six years and represented over 500 persons charged with felony crimes. He successfully tried many cases to verdict in front of juries with excellent results for his clients. During that time he also served as a Jersey City public defender, counseling countless individuals charged with misdemeanors and motor vehicle offenses. Jake’s career began as a Special Assistant to a Commissioner of the Port Authority...

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Erdal Turnacioglu concentrates his practice in the area of employment law. He has substantial experience within the state and federal courts of New York and New Jersey. Over the course of my legal career, Erdal has been driven by a passion for employment law. After law school, he worked in-house for a major New York City insurance company, handling motor vehicle accident defense. While this job introduced him to the practice of law, Erdal never lost sight of his dream of one day assisting individuals and businesses with their employment-related issues. In 2010, Erdal attended a seminar entitled, “How to Handle...

As an immigrant myself, I understand the needs, worries, and concerns that people face when coming to America. I know the immigration system can sometimes be confusing and frightening. This is why I am dedicated to the client - from beginning to end. I help my clients evaluate their options, understand the steps along the way, and choose the best path towards legal residence, employment, and citizenship. I have helped people from all over the world find solutions for all their immigration needs. I also business owners who employ foreign nationals as well...

Ernest G. Ianetti, Esq. has been practicing law for over 30 years, since 1986.

Ernest is a graduate of Rutgers University Law School, Newark, and a summa cum laude graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University, Rutherford.

Ernest is admitted to practice in the following courts:

- United States Supreme Court
- United State Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
- United States District Court, District of New Jersey
- United States Bankruptcy Court, District of New Jersey
- State of New Jersey, All Courts
- Territorial Court of the United States Virgin Island

Over the course of his career, Ernest has pushed boundaries and advanced the law. His...

For more than 15 years, Attorney Thomas M. Reardon III has been dedicated to representing insurance companies, the insured, and private sector clients throughout New Jersey. During his career, he has tried over 50 cases to verdict and has been recognized by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a certified civil trial attorney. Mr. Reardon is admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey, the State of New York, the Federal District Court of New Jersey, the Southern District of New York, and the Eastern District of New York. To learn more about retaining the representation of Attorney Reardon,...

Leslie A. Farber, Esq. has been practicing law since 1991. She received her undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Drew University, and her Law Degree from Pace University School of Law. In law school, she was an editor of the Pace Law Review and participated in Pace's Appellate Litigation Clinic. For the past 29 years, she has represented both individuals and businesses in many areas of litigation in state, federal and municipal courts from initial consultation through discovery, mediation, arbitration, trial and appeal, when necessary. Ms. Farber has lectured and published works in a variety...

Franz Cobos is the owner and managing partner of the Cobos Law Firm in New Jersey. Mr. Cobos was awarded a Juris Doctorate in 2004 from Seton Hall University, School of Law, and has dedicated his practice to representing clients in the core areas of Family Law, Immigration Law and Business Law.

Mr. Cobos has practiced in New York and New Jersey for over a decade. Among several other organizations, he is a member and active participant of the New Jersey State Bar Association, Essex County Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers' Association, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Essex,...

Edward helps clients resolve the broad spectrum of legal and business challenges that confront the healthcare industry. He has broad, yet in-depth, experience representing individual professionals, multispecialty practices, ambulatory surgery centers, health technology companies, clinical laboratories, substance use disorder treatment facilities, home health agencies, hospitals, clinically integrated networks, clinical research foundations, and other health-related businesses. He often counsels healthcare clients in addressing complex issues that arise in healthcare transactions, facility license transfers, payor audits and recoupments, and day-to-day business affairs. Edward’s prior experience includes defending healthcare providers in Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance audits, licensing and administrative proceedings, commercial litigation, and...

Charles Internicola is the founder of The Internicola Law Firm, a national franchise law firm that helps entrepreneurs franchise their businesses the right way. He represents emerging and growth-stage franchisors across all 50 states, providing fixed-fee legal services including FDD development, state registration, franchise agreements, trademarks, and ongoing compliance counsel. Charles works directly with founders to structure franchise offerings that align with brand goals, improve deal flow, and support long-term growth. His firm is trusted by over 300 franchise brands and is known for delivering fast turnaround times, strategic legal infrastructure, and real-world franchise insight.

After graduating from law school in 1979, Sara Sencer McArdle worked for the Essex County prosecutor’s office. She worked there for more than 20 years, 10 as head of the child abuse division. In 2002, Sara moved into private practice. On June 1, 2005, she established her own family law and criminal defense practice.

She has been continuously certified as a criminal trial attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court since 1983 and provides a full line of family and criminal law services in matters such as child support, child custody, modification of existing court orders, felony defense and representation...

The Law Offices of Oliver C. Minott specializes in Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability Law. Our Highly experience attorneys represent clients in New York and New Jersey with over 35 years of combine experience. We guide clients through their Workers Compensation and Social Security Disability cases from the beginning to the end. Our attorneys will represent you at your Workers Compensation and Social Security hearings.Call the firm at 1-866-683-4200 for a free consultation.

ANY COURT. ANY CRIME. ANY TIME. I have been involved with the field of criminal law for over forty years. As a criminal defense lawyer, your freedom and your rights are my first priority. I focus my efforts to provide my clients the best defense possible given the facts and proofs that the State is using to try to convict them. I have handled cases involving Leader of Drug Trafficking Network; Racketeering; Official Misconduct; Domestic Violence; Drug Possession and Distribution; Assault; Homicide; Theft; Robbery; Carjacking; Insurance Fraud; Kidnapping; Rape and Sexual Offenses; Arson; Criminal Mischief; Bribery; Perjury; and Weapons...

A South Jersey native, Mr. Console grew up in Haddonfield and later returned to live in Cherry Hill with his wife and two sons. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree and graduated with honors from Villanova University in 1989.

As a recipient of the Richter Merit Scholarship, he attended Rutgers University School of Law and graduated cum laude with his Juris Doctor degree in 1992.

Shortly after launching his legal career, Mr. Console decided to start his own firm, and the Law Office of Richard P. Console, Jr., P.C. was born.

Though he first practiced general law, he quickly decided that he...

I specialize in representing whistleblowers in False Claims Act qui tam law suits. I have over 25 years experience in litigating False Claims Act cases, first as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York and then representing private whistleblowers. Overall, these cases have recovered over $800 million for the federal and state governments. I have handled cases in the areas of health care, defense contracts, higher education, medical research grants and contracts, and government contracts.

John E. Keefe, Jr. is the current and 120th president of the New Jersey State Bar Association. His primary goals as leader of the state bar are to build on diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, launch a mentoring program for new lawyers and level the malpractice playing field.

A Certified Civil Trial Attorney, he has devoted much of his time to civil trial practice throughout the State and Federal Courts of New Jersey specializing in negligence and product liability as well as complex mass tort and class action litigation. He founded Keefe Law Firm in 1996 and leads...

Bill has 20+ years of litigation and law firm management experience. He is hardworking, efficient and detail oriented with strong leadership skills and a proven track record. He is extremely organized with a strong ability to multi-task. Bill works well in a team environment and is capable of handling complex matters and providing guidance to other team members to ensure that all matters are handled properly. EDUCATION Juris Doctor ...

TRIAL: Co-counsel on trial team generating the largest nursing home verdict in New Jersey history, Dwyer v. Harbor view – in the amount of $13,200,000..

After hearing 7 weeks of evidence and witnesses, the jury returned with the largest verdict in Hudson County history. Immediately following the verdict, numerous post-verdict filings were made by both the plaintiff and the defense. Over one year after the verdict, the trial judge determined that it had given improper instructions to the jury, as a consequence of the opinions expressed in the text of an unrelated decision released on a different case (that had...

I have been representing clients in connection with estate planning and tax matters for almost 30 years. I focus first on understanding the client's objectives. I spend time learning about my client's goals, their family and their values. While tax savings is always an important objective, I do not let that be the sole determining factor when we design the plan together. Rather, I design a plan to accomplish the client's objectives in a tax efficient manner. Responsiveness to my client's requests and needs is paramount.

Timothy L. Horn, Partner, has more than 19 years of legal experience in a variety of practice areas. Timothy L. Horn is a former judicial law clerk to the Honorable Edward J. Turnbach, J.S.C. and completed an externship during law school with the United States Attorney’s office in Camden giving him a tremendous background in criminal law. Mr. Horn handles matters including: Criminal Defense, DWI/DUI, Motor Vehicle violations, Non-indictable offenses, Ordinance violations, Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law - Liquor Licenses, Corporate/Small Business, Commercial and Residential Real Estate.

In 2010, Daniel began law school at Touro Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center (Central Islip, NY). He quickly became involved in the Basketball team at the school as well as the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society. During his first year, Daniel made a lot of long lasting connection with professors and his colleagues. However, he became increasingly frustrated with the lack of a criminal law focus to Touro’s curriculum.

In chasing his criminal law passion, Daniel was granted an internship under Hon. Michael “Mickey” Ravin out of Essex County Superior Court – Criminal Part in Newark, New Jersey in the Summer of...

201-646-3333 www.gomezlegal.com Licensed to practice law in: New Jersey New York United States Supreme Court

April M. Gilmore was born in Greenville, Ohio, on April 3, 1970. She was admitted to the New Jersey bar in 1998, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in 1998, the New York bar in 1999, and the United States District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York in 2000. Ms. Gilmore received her B.A. from Rutgers University in 1992, and her J.D. from Rutgers University Law School in 1998. After graduating from law school, she served as a law clerk to The Honorable Arthur D'Italia, Assignment Judge, in the Superior Court...

I have been a Lawyer for over 20 years.  But, as a second generation Lawyer I feel as though I have been interested and involved in the Law for my entire life.  Fighting for justice for my clients is my passion.  I have dedicated my practice to providing honest advice and determined representation to my clients that have entrusted me with their case.
Throughout my career, I have successfully represented clients in every county in the State of New Jersey, before New Jersey Federal District Courts, State Administrative Agencies, State Commissions, Zoning and Planning Boards, Municipal Governments and hundreds of Municipal Courts throughout...

Jennifer Bretz has been practicing law for over twenty years, with a specific concentration in matrimonial and family law. She attended Richard Stockton College of New Jersey studying business and graduated with Program Distinction and Highest Honors. After college, Ms. Bretz attended Rutgers University School of Law, Camden where she also graduated with High Honors. After passing both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania bar exams in the summer of 1997, Ms. Bretz was privileged to serve as judicial law clerk to the Honorable Amy Piro Chambers, the presiding judge of the civil division in Middlesex County. She then became associated...

Attorney Adam M. Lustberg focuses his practice exclusively on the defense of those being investigated for or accused of crimes. His passion for criminal defense began while interning for the Essex County Public Defender's Office as a first-year law student through Seton Hall University Law School’s Pro Bono Program. As a third-year law student he returned to the Public Defender's Office through Seton Hall's Juvenile Justice Clinic, representing countless juveniles at initial proceedings. Since that time, he has represented clients at each and every stage of the criminal justice system, from arraignment to trial by jury. He has argued on...

Cherry Hill criminal defense attorney Michele Finizio has been practicing criminal law since 2006. Michele Finizio graduated from the Widener University School of Law and has her Masters in Science from Drexel University. Attorney Michele Finizio’s primary areas of focus are in criminal law and municipal court, including DWI, shoplifting, traffic violations, drug offenses, disorderly conduct offenses and all indictable charges. She is devoted to providing each and every client with aggressive and skilled legal representation. Ms. Finizio understands that clients come to the law office often facing the most trying times in their live’s and is always willing to...

Ms. Fortunato is happily married with a young son. She enjoys spending time at the Jersey shore. She loves to scrapbook when time permits. She always wanted to be an attorney because she wanted to be able to help people and make a difference in their lives.

Kevork George Adanas was born in Istanbul, Turkey, and moved to the United States at age five. He achieved numerous academic and athletic honors at Providence College and went on to earn his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Seton Hall University in the year 2000. His areas of focus throughout his career have included business and corporate law, immigration law and real estate law. After gaining invaluable experience in other respected law firms, Mr. Adanas founded our Fort Lee, New Jersey-based firm in 2005. Ever since, Kevork Adanas P.C. has been a trusted resource for entrepreneurs, business owners and...

I am Natalie A. Zammitti Shaw, a co-founder and one of the Managing Partners of our firm. Born and raised in North Jersey, I have dedicated over 25 years to practicing as a personal injury attorney across the State of New Jersey. I am proud to be certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney, a distinction I achieved as one of the youngest women to do so. This certification is held by only about 2.2% of all active attorneys in New Jersey, and currently, by approximately only 30 women. My record in practice and the...

I have been a Family Law attorney practicing in Sussex, Morris and Warren Counties for twenty-three years. I am experienced in all areas of family law and have handled divorces, post-judgment matters, adoptions, custody and child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence and more. I am a Court approved mediator and am an the roster of mediators in Sussex County. I serve on the Sussex County Early Settlement Panel and Blue Ribbon Panels. I volunteer my services to various agencies designed to provide legal assistance to those in need.

Highly experienced and certified trial attorney with integrity. Knowledgeable in the areas of malpractice and personal injury. Very professional and is a relentless advocate for his clients. Other lawyers trust him with their cases when they need help. Clients and lawyers can feel confident when they have Ray on their side.

I have been fortunate to have a legal career which has provided me with unique opportunities and diverse experiences in law, government and the judiciary. After serving as a Judge for over five years, in the Chancery Division, Family Part as well as in the Criminal Division, I have returned to private practice, committed to applying the diverse knowledge and experience I have garnered, to best serve clients at CLDDS.

After a stint in insurance defense, I joined Gilmore and Monahan, P.A., as a local government attorney. As Airport Counsel to the Atlantic City International Airport, an entity within the South...

Seth Malkin is a personal injury attorney and represents people injured in all kinds of accidents. He is also experienced in handling wrongful death cases for descendants estates and for their loved ones. Seth has been a partner at Levin and Malkin since 1996. He is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New Jersey Federal Courts.

Mr. Malkin has taken on thousands of personal injury cases to their favorable outcomes. He has also tried hundreds of cases in the State, County, and local courts. Regularly appearing before the Appellate Division and before the Supreme Court, receiving affirmations of awards...

Personal injury and medical malpractice attorney representing injured people and the families of injured people in northern New Jersey.

I have handled complex cases with successful results for personal injury clients for over 25 years. My cases range from automobile accidents to complex workplace and products liability claims. My firm is proud that so many of our clients have been pleased with our representation that they refer their friends and family members to us. We often take on tough cases that other firms shy away from.

LITIGATION & RECOGNITION

Frank T. Luciano has been litigating cases in the criminal and civil justice systems of New Jersey for over forty years. As a young lawyer, he honed his trial skills as a municipal court public defender, where he worked for over thirteen (13) years. He is well-respected and well-received in the legal community. Indeed, an appeals court in New Jersey noted that “defense counsel (Mr. Luciano) has been innovative and diligent in his defense in this case.” He is committed to maintaining the integrity of the American Justice system by vigorously and intelligently testing legal and procedural principles...