Wayne Township serves as home to families, professionals, and businesses who value both opportunity and stability. Along with growth comes challenges that touch every part of life, from criminal charges that threaten freedom to family disputes that require steady guidance.
When legal matters arise in Wayne Township, having trusted counsel is critical. Strong advocacy and clear direction form the foundation for achieving the best possible outcome during difficult times.
Facing a criminal charge in Wayne Township places every part of life under scrutiny. A conviction can affect employment, reputation, and personal freedom. Representation in criminal defense calls for an attorney who has the trial experience and courtroom presence to fight aggressively.
If you have been charged with an indictable offense in Superior Court or a felony or misdemeanor offense in Federal District Court, the law firm of Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C. has a proven track record of success in serious and complex criminal cases.
These cases include murder, money laundering, drug distribution, leadership of a narcotics trafficking network, drug kingpin offenses, 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 extensive jury trial experience who can guide your case toward a favorable outcome.
Family law matters require steady guidance when emotions run high. Divorce, custody disputes, and support cases in Wayne Township often involve complex issues that affect both children and finances. Our focus is to protect clients’ interests while developing practical solutions that safeguard the future.
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, Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., is here to assist you with experienced legal advocacy. The lead attorney has a thorough understanding of family law and will zealously protect your rights.
The Municipal Court in Wayne Township handles matters that can still create lasting consequences. Traffic violations, disorderly persons offenses, and local ordinance issues all require careful attention. Even seemingly minor charges can lead to license suspensions, fines, and a record that follows a client well into the future.
Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., has successfully represented numerous clients charged with Driving under the Influence of Drugs and Refusal to Submit to a Breathalyzer Test in Municipal Court. Clifford E. Lazzaro has filed suppression motions challenging the constitutionality of Blood Warrants in DUI cases and has retained DUI and DRE (Drug Recognition Expert) specialists to provide reports and serve as expert witnesses at trial.
The law firm has successfully defended clients who were not convicted of DUI offenses. Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., represents clients facing all disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, traffic violations, and municipal ordinance violations in Municipal Court.
Not all cases conclude with a trial court’s ruling. Appeals offer an opportunity to address mistakes that influenced the original outcome and to pursue justice through a higher court. Handling appellate matters demands precise legal writing, thorough analysis, and compelling argumentation before the judges.
If you have been convicted of a crime, you can challenge the conviction through an appeal or post-conviction relief (PCR). The process varies depending on whether your case was heard in New Jersey’s state court system or in federal court. Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., brings more than 30 years of experience in evaluating available options and the likelihood of success in each case.
We provide strong legal representation built on experience, careful preparation, and dedicated advocacy. Our lead attorney brings over 30 years of courtroom practice to every case, including experience as a former prosecutor.
This perspective allows us to understand how the State constructs its cases and gives our clients an advantage in building a strategic defense. Our team applies trial-tested skills to handle complex and high-stakes matters, supported by a consistent record of successful outcomes.
Our quality and professionalism have been recognized by respected organizations. Honors include Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum 2025, Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review, AVVO Client’s Choice, and selection to Lawyers of Distinction. Membership in both the American Bar Association and the New Jersey State Bar Association reflects our commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards.
If you have any inquiries about our criminal defense & family law attorney in Wayne Township, feel free to contact us today.