Criminal Defense Attorney Elizabeth, NJ
Are you or someone you know going through an investigation or prosecution? While it can be distressing, having good legal representation can significantly improve the experience and positively impact the outcome.
Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., has successfully navigated complex legal issues for decades and possesses the knowledge, expertise, and passion to defend you. Our criminal defense attorney in Elizabeth, NJ, will provide second-to-none representation and protect your rights every step of the way.
Our Practice Areas in Elizabeth, NJ
We have extensive experience in dealing with diverse legal issues across multiple practice areas, including:
- Criminal Defense Law
If you have been charged with an indictable offense in Superior Court or a felony or a misdemeanor offense in Federal District Court, the law firm of Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C. has a proven track record of success on very serious and complex criminal cases involving murder, money laundering, drug distribution, leader of a narcotics trafficking network, drug kingpin, seizure of assets, civil forfeiture, unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated assault, aggravated sexual assault, child pornography, and carjacking.
Clifford E Lazzaro is a former prosecutor with exceptional knowledge and jury trial experience who can lead your case to a favorable outcome.
- Family Law
If you are involved in contested divorce proceedings, a child support or child custody hearing, a temporary restraining order hearing involving allegations of domestic violence, or any other family law matter, we are here to assist you with experienced legal advocacy. Our lead attorney has a thorough grasp of family law and will zealously fight for your rights.
- Municipal Court
Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., has successfully represented numerous clients who were charged with Driving under the Influence of Drugs and Refusal to Submit to a Breathalyzer Test in Municipal Court. Clifford E. Lazzaro has also filed suppression motions challenging the constitutionality of Blood Warrants in DUI cases.
Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., has hired and utilized DUI and DRE (Drug Recognition Expert) experts for expert reports and as expert witnesses at trial. Clifford E Lazzaro has successfully represented clients who were not convicted of their DUI offense or offenses after trial. The law firm of Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., represents clients charged with all disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, traffic offenses, and municipal ordinance violations in Municipal Court.
- Appellate Law
If you have been convicted of a crime, you can challenge the conviction through either an appeal or post-conviction relief (PCR). These processes vary depending on whether your case was heard by the New Jersey state court system or a federal court. Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., has over 30 years of experience in evaluating the options available in your case as well as the likelihood of success.
How Clifford E. Lazzaro P.C. Can Help
You can always count on Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., to take care of your legal matters so that you can get on with life. Here are some reasons why:
- Unrivaled Experience: Our lead attorney has 30+ years of experience as a trial attorney as well as a deputy prosecutor. During those years, we have successfully handled a variety of complex cases at both the state and federal levels, establishing a record of exceptional performance.
- Competent and Aggressive: We are passionate about defending the rights of every client and are known for our assertive representation. We fiercely challenge every prosecutor’s case and leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of justice.
- Client-Centric Approach: Our lead attorney patiently listens and collaborates with you to understand your unique circumstances and tailor solutions that best suit your needs. Every step of the way, we show deep respect for your needs as well as discretion requirements.
Our lead attorney, Clifford E. Lazzaro, has a proven track record of success in serious and complex cases. If you require legal representation in Elizabeth City, New Jersey, please contact us today to discuss your case.