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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in Brick, NJ
As a former Municipal Prosecutor and seasoned criminal defense attorney, I founded The Law Office Of Nicholas A. Moschella, Jr to provide strategic legal representation rooted in firsthand prosecutorial insight. With over a decade of experience practicing in Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties, I bring unparalleled familiarity with local court systems and procedures. My certification in operating the Alcotest 7110 breathalyzer, coupled with training in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration field sobriety standards, positions me to challenge DUI/DWI evidence effectively.Having handled thousands of casesincluding trials in both Superior and Municipal CourtsI leverage deep institutional knowledge to negotiate favorable outcomes in criminal, domestic violence, and municipal matters. My practice extends to personal injury and workers' compensation cases, where I advocate for clients' rights while maintaining professional relationships with regional legal stakeholders. This combination of prosecutorial experience, technical expertise, and community engagement defines our approach to achieving justice for clients across New Jersey.
Services
DUI/DWI Defense
Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence
Municipal Court
Personal Injury
Workers' Compensation
Expungements
Appeals
Detention Hearings
Indictable Crimes
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer former prosecutorial insight into DUI/DWI defense strategies
- Our attorney is state-certified in Alcotest 7110 breathalyzer operability
- We maintain 24/7 availability for urgent legal consultations
- Our practice spans 22 New Jersey municipalities through prior prosecutorial roles
- We guarantee personalized representation with proven trial experience
Services
DUI/DWI Defense
Our DUI/DWI defense practice leverages former prosecutorial experience and state-certified breathalyzer expertise to challenge evidence. We represent clients in license suspension hearings and criminal proceedings across New Jersey, utilizing intimate knowledge of field sobriety test standards and Alcotest 7110 procedures to build robust defenses tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Criminal Defense
We provide comprehensive criminal defense representation for indictable offenses, including drug crimes and juvenile matters. With trial experience in both Superior and Municipal Courts, we negotiate plea agreements and litigate cases involving serious charges, combining procedural knowledge with strategic advocacy to protect clients' rights and minimize long-term consequences.
Domestic Violence
Our domestic violence practice addresses both criminal charges and civil restraining order proceedings. We defend against allegations in court while advising clients on related family law implications, employing nuanced understanding of how criminal and civil systems intersect to achieve balanced resolutions that protect personal and legal interests.
Municipal Court
We handle traffic violations, ordinance infractions, and municipal code enforcement cases throughout 22 New Jersey towns. Our former prosecutorial background informs effective strategies for reducing penalties, negotiating dismissals, and preserving driving records in cases ranging from traffic tickets to serious motor vehicle offenses.
Personal Injury
We advocate for injury victims in insurance claims and litigation, focusing on automobile accidents and workplace injuries. Our approach combines legal acumen with practical understanding of medical documentation to secure fair compensation for damages, leveraging relationships with regional healthcare providers and insurance adjusters to strengthen case outcomes.
People
Nicholas A. Moschella Jr.
Attorney & Founder
Former Municipal Prosecutor in 22 NJ towns, certified Alcotest 7110 operator, and Super Lawyers-recognized criminal defense attorney with 10+ years handling DUI/DWI, domestic violence, and criminal cases across Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties.
Questions
What makes your DUI defense approach unique?
As a former prosecutor and state-certified Alcotest operator, I challenge evidence using insider knowledge of prosecution strategies and breathalyzer technicalities to build stronger defenses.
Do you handle cases outside Ocean County?
We represent clients throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, and surrounding New Jersey counties, leveraging familiarity with regional court systems developed through prior prosecutorial roles.
Are free consultations truly obligation-free?
Yes, we offer no-cost, no-obligation consultations 24/7 to discuss case specifics and legal options without pressure to retain services immediately.
How do prior prosecutorial roles benefit clients?
Understanding prosecution tactics from inside the system allows us to anticipate strategies, identify weaknesses in evidence, and negotiate more favorable plea agreements or prepare stronger trial defenses.
Can you handle both criminal and civil matters?
We manage criminal defense cases alongside related civil proceedings like restraining orders, providing coordinated representation to address all legal aspects of domestic violence or family law issues.
What experience do you have with breathalyzer challenges?
I am one of few NJ attorneys state-certified to operate the Alcotest 7110, enabling technical challenges to breathalyzer accuracy based on firsthand expertise in its administration and limitations.
