30+Years Experience. Highly Experienced Trial Attorney.
Proven Track Record of Success on Serious and Complex Cases.
Put a Former Prosecutor in Your Corner.
Criminal Defense Attorney in Ocean Township
When a legal matter becomes serious, the attorney you contact can influence everything that follows. Clifford E. Lazzaro, PC has spent more than 30 years representing clients across New Jersey in high-stakes cases.
We bring that same level of focus to clients in Ocean Township. As a Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum 2025 firm led by a former prosecutor, our approach is grounded in experience and centered on achieving the strongest possible outcome.
Our Practice Areas in Ocean Township, NJ
We handle core areas of law, each demanding a different kind of expertise and courtroom presence. Our lead attorney has spent decades building the kind of trial experience that matters most when the stakes are high.
We represent clients in:
FOR CRIMINAL DEFENSE
“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.”
FOR 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, 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.”
FOR MUNICIPAL COURT
“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.”
FOR APPELLATE LAW
“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.”
How Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C. Can Help
Legal problems rarely wait for a convenient time. When you need a criminal defense attorney in Ocean Township with the experience and track record to handle what you’re facing, our team is a phone call away. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward protecting your rights and your future.
FAQs
Does Clifford E. Lazzaro, PC, handle both state and federal criminal cases in Ocean Township?
Yes. Our lead attorney represents clients in New Jersey Superior Court and Federal District Court, covering a wide range of indictable offenses, felonies, and misdemeanor charges at both levels.
What makes a former prosecutor an advantage in criminal defense?
Experience on the prosecution side gives insight into how cases are built. Our lead attorney uses that background to identify weaknesses in the state’s arguments and to strengthen strategy during negotiations and trial.
Can Clifford E. Lazzaro, PC, help if I’ve already been convicted?
Yes. A conviction is not necessarily the end of the road. We handle appeals and post-conviction relief petitions in both state and federal court, reviewing your case to identify viable grounds for challenging the outcome.
Contact Us
Fill out the contact form or call us at (732) 866-1600 to schedule your consultation.
