NJ Criminal Defense Law Firm
Serving the Community’s Criminal Defense Needs Since 1978
Since 1978, Benedict and Altman has been serving the criminal defense needs of the community. Benedict and Altman is always focused on how to best represent you, no matter the criminal charge. Our trial lawyers handle some of the most serious offenses and complex criminal cases.
At Benedict and Altman, you get focused personal attention and experienced counsel. At every step, we make sure you understand all of the legal issues and consequences involved in your case.
Our firm understands that every client considers his or her own case to be the most important case in our office. We fight for the best result for every client. Contact Benedict and Altman to consult with an experienced NJ criminal defense attorney.
Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyers in NJ
Founding partners Joseph Benedict and Steven Altman are certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as Criminal Trial Attorneys. They have been selected for inclusion in New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine, which is published by Thomson Reuters, Inc., and New Jersey Monthly, every year since 2005. (Super Lawyers is a private publication which is not endorsed by the New Jersey Supreme Court.) Both of their associates, Joshua Altman and Philip Nettl, have been included in Super Lawyers magazine as "Rising Stars."
Joseph Benedict and Steven Altman are AV-rated, which is the highest ranking attainable under the Martindale Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ system.
CV, BV, and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies.
The law firm of Benedict and Altman handles all types of criminal proceedings in all levels of courts, from traffic violations in municipal court to felonies in New Jersey and federal courts. Our firm fights to protect our clients, from negotiated pleas to trials and appeals.
Benedict and Altman also represents clients in expungements of prior arrests or convictions in New Jersey courts.
Mediation and Arbitration
Benedict and Altman recently expanded its focus with the welcome addition of Hon. Bryan Garruto, J.S.C. (Ret.) to the firm as Of Counsel. Judge Garruto will focus on civil mediation and arbitration, relying on his extensive experience as a premier civil litigator and Superior Court trial judge.
Our offices are conveniently located in New Brunswick. Benedict and Altman handles state court cases for clients across New Jersey and federal court cases for clients nationwide.
We discuss your case and choose the course of action that is right for you. Every case is handled in a confidential and discreet manner. Contact Benedict and Altman for a free initial consultation.
Call 732 745-9000 for an NJ criminal defense lawyer.
