Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Newark, NJ

24 firms listed · 11 in Newark · 6 open 24/7 · 11 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

The Law Offices of Randy E. Lewis

The Law Offices of Randy E. Lewis

4.9 49 reviews
“Really the best lawyer I had I will continue to use his services if needed.”
Free consultationSe habla españolServes Newark, NutleySince 2012
569 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #305
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Adams and Caughman

Adams and Caughman

4.5 42 reviews
“From dealing with getting equal parenting time, to extreme circumstances that took place, Adams & Caughman guided me in the right direction!!!”
Virtual consultationsServes all of New JerseyBBB A+Since 2003
1201 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd
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Terry Law Group

Terry Law Group

4.6 32 reviews
“Her legal approach was tailored to my needs, and she was able to negotiate a fair resolution in a swift and efficient manner.”
Free phone consultationSince 2007
409 Halsey St
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Pallitto Law

Pallitto Law

5.0 27 reviews
“She's quick to respond, tentative, and will dive deep into local ordinances to find a way for the best outcome.”
Free consultationSince 2016
466 Bloomfield Ave Suite 201
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Joseph D Rotella Esq

Joseph D Rotella Esq

4.5 27 reviews
“I had a very complicated case with the feds and he was able to help me through it with a favorable outcome.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2010
24 Commerce St #1726
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Law Offices of Kevin Crawford Orr

Law Offices of Kevin Crawford Orr

4.4 17 reviews
“Orr was very insightful, helpful , raw and honest , thanks to him I was able to win my landlord tenant case and that was all from just a consultant.”
BBB A+Since 2013
33 Washington St #1010
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The 24 firms listed for Newark, NJ defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Newark, NJ

11 of the 24 firms we list are based in Newark; the other 13 serve Newark from towns including Elizabeth (4 mi), New York, NY (13 mi) and Jersey City (5 mi). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 3.8 to 5.0 across 4,163 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), responsiveness (75%) and quality (73%). 6 are open around the clock; 10 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (4), juvenile offenses (4), domestic violence (3), expungements (3) and family law (3). 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 6 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 13 offer a free initial consultation and 3 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Newark open on Saturdays or Sundays?

11 of the 24 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Bailey & Toraya

Bailey & Toraya

4.5 16 reviews
“Throughout the process, he consistently kept me informed about the developments in my case, showing genuine concern for his clients.”
Free consultationSince 2010Prices online
24 Commerce St Suite 1000
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BMB Law Firm

BMB Law Firm

4.3 24 reviews
“It wasn't my case but I was a juror on one of her cases and let me tell you she is absolutely amazing at what she does.”
Free consultationSince 2011
60 Park Pl Suite 1000
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Anthony Pope Law Firm

Anthony Pope Law Firm

4.3 12 reviews
“My experience with him has been unparalleled to any other attorney that has ever represented me.”
Serves New JerseySince 1994
60 Park Pl Suite 1101
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Clark and Clark

Clark and Clark

5.0 1 review
“Charlie saved me big time he was professional and persistent in winning my case with a good outcome he really went out of the way to help me I would recommend anyone and everyone to Charlie and his asociates”
Free consultationSince 2017
One Gateway Center, Raymond Plaza W # 2600
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The Law Offices of Anthony N. Palumbo

The Law Offices of Anthony N. Palumbo

3.8 3 reviews
“Palumbo has represented me in the past, he has gone above and beyond my expectations.”
Free consultation35+ years
Elizabeth, NJ · 4 mi from Newark
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The Law Office Of Dwight H. Simon Day

The Law Office Of Dwight H. Simon Day

Since 2008
570 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd
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The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

4.6 44 reviews
“After a quick phone call my situation was taken care of in court and I couldn't be happier.”
Coupons & offersFree consultationServes Passaic County, New JerseyBBB accreditedOpen 24 hoursSince 2017
Wayne, NJ · 16 mi from Newark
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Rosenblum Law

Rosenblum Law

4.7 46 reviews
“To get these tickets dismissed in NYC is almost impossible, I didn't give it much hopes but tried my luck, they proved to remove both tickets without any points or $$$.”
Coupons & offersFree consultationBBB accreditedSince 2003
Clifton, NJ · 10 mi from Newark
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The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

4.8 40 reviews
“They answered all my questions and really made me feel at home.”
Coupons & offersFree phone consultationNew Jersey Bar since 1993BBB accreditedSince 2009
Elizabeth, NJ · 4 mi from Newark
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LGR Law

LGR Law

4.9 48 reviews
“Lorraine is an extraordinarily compassionate lawyer who truly cares about her clients' well-being.”
Serves New Jersey, New YorkFree consultationBBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2016Prices online
Cedar Grove, NJ · 8 mi from Newark
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Lee & Garasia

Lee & Garasia

4.8 49 reviews
“Fellows, I have the best experience with Paris Lee law firm, and specially the office manager Ms Isabel, she handled our case very professionally and timely, they provided the best information and answered all the necessary questions whenever I contacted them , and advised to achieve the results that we wanted .”
Serves New Jersey, United StatesBBB A+Since 2002Se habla español
Edison, NJ · 17 mi from Newark
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The Yerman Group

The Yerman Group

4.9 48 reviews
“A got me green card in 6 months thank u again Mr Yerman u the best an thank to adina she is a supper lady working with your firm she know the biz in side out thank u to the Yerman group”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 2005
New York, NY · 13 mi from Newark
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My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik

My NJ Injury Lawyer Howard P. Lesnik

5.0 49 reviews
“Honestly feels like apart of the family ina way.”
Free phone consultationNew Jersey Bar since 2000BBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2020
Mountainside, NJ · 10 mi from Newark
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Michael Block, Attorney At Law

Michael Block, Attorney At Law

4.8 49 reviews
“I couldn't be more pleased with how my case was handled and the final result exceeded my expectations.”
BBB A+Since 1991
New York, NY · 13 mi from Newark
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Falk, Flotteron & Davidson

Falk, Flotteron & Davidson

4.8 48 reviews
“I had two criminal cases that state have me and he got the state to dismissed both of my charges.”
Free phone consultationBBB A+Since 2014
Woodbridge, NJ · 13 mi from Newark
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Scott Cerbin Criminal Defense

Scott Cerbin Criminal Defense

4.7 48 reviews
“My entire family has used Scott on numerous occasions and we are extremely satisfied with the outcome!”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2006Prices online
Brooklyn, NY · 13 mi from Newark
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Sarofiem & Antoun

Sarofiem & Antoun

5.0 50 reviews
“He was very responsive throughout the whole process and was able to negotiate a great settlement for me.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2020
Jersey City, NJ · 5 mi from Newark
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Fusco & Macaluso Attorneys at Law

Fusco & Macaluso Attorneys at Law

4.5 49 reviews
“I strongly recommend you consult Alexandra and see if she is a fit for your needs.”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 1978
Passaic, NJ · 9 mi from Newark
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