The Hernandez Law Firm
“He was able to get the best outcome possible and strongly recommend his representation.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Toms River, NJ
15 firms listed · 13 in Toms River · 2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Daniel E. Berger, Attorney
“Amazing and helpful got rid of my points and dismissed my ticket”
Fuggi Law Firm
“Fuggi and Staff are so attentive and helpful and did everything they could to get the best outcome for us.”
Starkey, Kelly, Kenneally, Cunningham, Turnbach & Yannone
“Terrance turnbach he's local his family's been local his dad was a judge and there are several of the lawyers in that office that are just as good as he is and they get right to taken care of you when you come in your appointment you're not just another number you're actually treated like a person but respect and dignity and they go through everything so you understand what your case is about don't matter if it's something simple or something hard Criminal Court divorce they handle at all”
Silvio M. Silvi Attorney at Law
“If you are looking for an efficient and quick Office this is the place to go.”
The Law Office of Garrick Slavick
“He took a difficult situation and handled everything to perfection at a very reasonable price.”
The 15 firms listed for Toms River, 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: Toms River, NJ
13 of the 15 firms we list are based in Toms River; the other 2 serve Toms River from Brick (6 mi). 14 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 906 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "understanding". 2 are open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal law (2), personal injury (2) and workers’ compensation (2). 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 60 years. 2 offer urgent consultations and 6 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 14 of the firms on this page; 9 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. 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.
Why are firms outside Toms River shown on this page?
13 of the 15 firms are based in Toms River; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.
Leyden, Capotorto, Ritacco, Corrigan & Sheehy
“My experience was specifically with Attorney Kevin Sheehy, who was without question the most well-prepared attorney in the courtroom at my trial.”
John Brown Esquire Llc
“Of you need a lawyer that is truly a lawyer and not just a case pusher then John Brown is that guy.”
The Law Offices of Todd Wilson
Law Offices of Thomas V Campo
“I'm so grateful his expertise came into play & he was able to help me significantly.”
Law Offices of Robert L. Tarver, Jr.
“Will give you quality time and tell you straight what you are up against.”
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Michael B. Cooke Attorney at Law
“Would absolutely recommend 💯 (I was facing losing Gig work)”
Hugh E. Lucariello
Edward V Murachanian Esq.
“Michelle was always available to help when called upon and helped keep our closing on track”
Kitrick & Wells
“The folks at KKJMW, namely John Jackson and Kristin Troncone, were absolutely phenomenal in the entire process of the application, correspondence and presentation of our bid to build our summer home.”
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