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Criminal Defense Attorney Bridgewater Township, NJ
A criminal charge is a formal accusation that the State believes you violated the law. Once charges are filed, your freedom, career, and reputation are at risk. Working with a criminal defense attorney in Bridgewater Township, NJ gives you the opportunity to challenge the State’s case from the very beginning. Early legal action can shape the direction of your case and protect your rights at every stage.
We represent individuals charged with criminal offenses in Bridgewater Township and throughout Somerset County. With more than 30 years of experience, our lead attorney, Clifford E. Lazzaro, is a former prosecutor and a highly experienced trial attorney.
We approach every case with preparation, focus, and an aggressive defense strategy. Criminal charges create stress and uncertainty, but our firm stands ready to guide you through each step with clarity and strength.
Our firm offers hands-on legal representation to clients facing misdemeanor charges, felony offenses, and municipal court matters. As a small boutique law firm, we limit our caseload and remain directly involved in every matter we handle. This approach allows us to build strong defense strategies tailored to the facts of each case.
Our Practice Areas in Bridgewater Township, NJ
Here at Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C., we concentrate on criminal defense law, family law, municipal court matters, and appellate work. Our practice is structured to address complex legal issues while maintaining a focused and disciplined defense approach.
- Criminal Defense Law
We defend clients accused of serious criminal offenses in Bridgewater Township and across New Jersey. Our criminal defense work includes violent crimes such as assault, aggravated assault, robbery, and carjacking. We represent clients charged with sex offenses, including sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, and child pornography-related allegations.
- Family Law
Criminal charges often impact family law matters. Domestic violence allegations, restraining order hearings, and child custody disputes may arise alongside criminal proceedings. We represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence matters. Our firm understands the emotional and legal pressure these cases create.
- Municipal Court
Many offenses in Bridgewater Township are handled in municipal court. These cases include disorderly persons offenses, traffic violations, and DUI charges. Municipal court matters may appear minor, but penalties can still affect your license, record, and employment. We challenge evidence, file suppression motions, and pursue outcomes that limit penalties and long-term consequences.
- Appellate Law
A conviction does not always end your legal options. Our firm handles criminal appeals and post-conviction matters. With over three decades of trial and appellate experience, we review cases for legal errors that may have affected the outcome. These errors may involve improper rulings, jury instructions, or ineffective assistance of counsel.
How Clifford E. Lazzaro P.C. Can Help
We focus on protecting your rights through disciplined and aggressive legal representation. Our firm assists clients in Bridgewater Township, NJ, in the following ways:
- Aggressive Criminal Defense: We prepare each case for trial and challenge the State’s evidence through investigation, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy.
- Experienced Family Law Representation: We handle divorce, custody, and domestic violence matters that often intersect with criminal cases.
- Skilled Municipal Court Defense: We represent clients charged with traffic offenses, disorderly persons offenses, and DUI matters.
- Appellate Experience: We pursue appeals and post-conviction relief based on legal and constitutional errors.
Our lead attorney, Clifford E. Lazzaro, has a proven track record of success in serious and complex cases.
If you require legal representation in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, contact us today to discuss your case.
Contact Us
Fill out the contact form or call us at (732) 866-1600 to schedule your consultation.
