Criminal Defense Attorney Kearny Town, NJ

A criminal charge places your freedom, reputation, and future at risk. A criminal defense attorney in Kearny Town, NJ focuses on protecting individuals accused of offenses under New Jersey law through disciplined trial preparation and courtroom advocacy. We represent clients who face investigations, arrests, or indictments and need experienced legal guidance grounded in real courtroom knowledge and prosecutorial insight.

Our firm brings more than three decades of trial experience to cases in and around Kearny Town. As a former prosecutor, our lead attorney understands how cases are built and challenged. We act quickly, prepare thoroughly, and pursue lawful defenses with an aggressive mindset while remaining fully compliant with New Jersey legal standards.

Our Practice Areas in Kearny Town, NJ

We concentrate on criminal defense, family law, municipal court matters, and appellate advocacy for clients in Kearny Town. Our boutique structure allows direct attorney involvement, careful case analysis, and trial-focused representation across state and municipal courts.

  • Criminal Defense Law

Criminal charges demand immediate action and a disciplined strategy. We defend clients accused of indictable and non-indictable offenses, including violent crimes, drug offenses, weapons charges, and white-collar allegations. Our experience as former prosecutors guides our motion practice, evidentiary challenges, and trial preparation.

  • Family Law

Family law disputes affect finances, children, and long-term stability. We represent clients in divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence matters with a clear litigation strategy. Our approach focuses on facts, financial clarity, and courtroom readiness.

High-conflict matters require decisive advocacy. We handle contested hearings, temporary restraints, and post-judgment issues with precision. Our trial experience supports strong presentation before the court while protecting client interests under New Jersey family law.

  • Municipal Court

Municipal court matters can lead to serious consequences. We defend disorderly persons offenses, traffic violations, and DUI charges in Kearny Town and surrounding courts. These cases demand careful legal analysis and prompt action.

Our representation includes constitutional challenges, motion practice, and trial advocacy when needed. We address penalties, licensing issues, and collateral effects with focused preparation and a clear courtroom plan.

  • Appellate Law

A conviction does not end all legal options. We handle appeals and post-conviction relief for clients seeking review of trial errors or constitutional violations. Appellate advocacy requires precision, legal research, and disciplined argument.

We evaluate procedural defects, evidentiary rulings, and ineffective assistance claims. Our experience before appellate courts informs clear briefing and focused oral advocacy within New Jersey law.

How Clifford E. Lazzaro P.C. Can Help

We approach every matter with a trial-focused mindset and direct attorney involvement from start to finish.

  • Strong Motion Practice: We challenge unlawful searches, statements, and identifications. Motions focus on constitutional violations and evidentiary flaws. This early work can narrow charges, suppress evidence, or reshape the direction of the case.
  • Trial-Driven Case Preparation: We prepare every case as if it will proceed to trial. This includes evidence review, witness analysis, and courtroom strategy. Thorough preparation strengthens negotiation positions and courtroom performance.
  • Former Prosecutor Insight: Our background as a former prosecutor informs every defense strategy. We anticipate charging decisions, evidentiary tactics, and courtroom arguments. This perspective allows us to counter the State’s approach with precision.
  • Focused Family Law Advocacy: We handle divorce, custody, and support disputes with a litigation mindset. Our work emphasizes factual development, financial clarity, and courtroom readiness.
  • Appellate and Post-Conviction Strategy: We review records for legal and procedural errors. Appeals and post-conviction filings require strict compliance and focused argument. Our experience supports disciplined advocacy before reviewing courts.

If you require legal representation in Kearny Town, New Jersey, contact us today to discuss your case.

Client Reviews

Discover what our clients have to say about their experiences with Clifford E. Lazzaro, P.C.

Mr Lazzaro was referred to me from another attorney, in order to settle a family type dispute. His extensive knowledge and experience in family law provided me the peace of mind and confidence I needed when I entered that court room. Although...

Anonymous

Hard Working. I was charged in a federal criminal case with armed robbery and kidnapping. Mr. Lazzaro has worked tirelessly on my behalf. He got a bail package approved and then he negotiated a very good deal. It was a very complicated case with...

Anonymous

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Anonymous

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Anthony

Trustworthy. A remarkable attorney!!! I had third degree indictable charges for prescription fraud downgraded to disorderly persons due to Mr. Clifford Lazzaro's expertise. He is incredible making the right decisions for his clients and cares...

John

Great Attorney. I am writing a special review today. If you need an attorney please do yourself a favor and hire Mr. Lazzaro. Not only has he represented us in the past with a dismissal in a criminal drug case he also recently represented my...

JSweeney

Cliff is the best! When I needed help to get out of trouble Cliff came through big time. He has good relationships with almost everyone in the state so he was able to push and push and get an amazing deal on my behalf. I will be forever grateful...

Ori

Wrong place wrong time, guilt by association. Careful who you give a ride. Gave my "friend" a ride to the pharmacy to fill "his Mother's" prescription and before I knew it I was under arrest for 3 felony charges. I was referred to Cliff Lazzaro...

Rudy

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Anonymous

Phenomenal Attorney. Very knowledgeable and compassionate. You definitely would want him on your A team.

C Rich

Words can’t even explain how fantastic Clifford Lazzaro is. He got my entire case dismissed with prior charges pending. Shows that hes 100% trustworthy and truly cares for his clients.

Caitlin B

Trial Attorney. I was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for stabbing a person in the chest with a knife. After a 2 week trial, the jury was deadlocked. I trestified at trial that the victim pulled the knife against me...

Damon

EXCELLENT Attorney!! Mr. Lazzaro has been my attorney for many years and has also represented other family members. He has handled criminal and family matters and in both areas he has been able to obtain positive outcomes in all cases. If not...

Doreen

Best lawyer in NJ. Hiring Clifford Lazzaro to represent me was the best decision I ever made. I didn't know the legal process of restraining orders and if I didn't have him by my side I am sure I would have lost the case. He is very...

Granville

A criminal drug case. An ABSOLUTE PERFECT FIND!!!!! A routine traffic stop turned into a criminal drug case. Facing 5-15yrs and over $15,000 in fines and offenses. Perused the internet looking for that perfect attorney. My son, honor student...

Jacki L. S.

Cliff is simply the best in the business. His rates are a clear sign of knowledge, passion, and unparalleled results. The man knows magic

Jacob S

Without Mr. Lazzaro's legal representation, I would never have been granted my final restraining order. He is a very experienced trial attorney who prepared me prior to my testifying. He won my final restraining order hearing. Highly recommended

Jennifer

Clifford is an Angel. Just when I thought I had no other choice but to take do 2 years in a federal prison, I hired Cliff and he helped me understand what I was facing and the options I had. I looked at Cliff and said surprisingly “ I have...

Johanna

EXCELLENT Representation!!!! I had an ongoing, complicated case that spanned both criminal matters in superior court and related matters in family court. I was referred to Mr. Lazzaro by several friends who highly recommended him and were happy...

Lena

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