I am certified by the N.J. Supreme Court as a criminal trial attorney. Since 2005, I have been consistently named a Super Lawyer by N.J. Monthly and was also recognized in 2005 as one of the top 50 female lawyers by the same publication. The Association of Trial Lawyers of America has acknowledged me as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in New Jersey.
My legal education was completed at Seton Hall Law School, where I worked as a law clerk for the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office during my studies. This experience has been crucial in my career, allowing me to understand both perspectives of the criminal justice system.
My professional journey began as a law clerk to the Honorable Thomas F. Shebell, Jr., the Assignment Judge for Monmouth County at the time. Following my judicial clerkship, I embarked on my career as a trial attorney with the Essex County Public Defender’s Office in Newark, New Jersey. Starting strong, I secured victories in my first nine cases consecutively. Throughout my time there, I handled numerous cases, including ten homicides, successfully defending eight. Over the years, I have tried more than 200 cases, achieving victories in the majority of them.
A significant highlight of my career occurred in 1985 when I was retained to represent one of 21 defendants in the longest federal trial in New Jersey’s history – U.S. v. Accetturo. After a grueling two-year trial, all defendants were acquitted. This landmark victory was featured in Robert Rudolph’s book, "The Boys From New Jersey (How the Mob Beat the Feds)" and the movie, “Find Me Guilty.”
In addition to federal cases, I also represent clients at the state and municipal levels, consistently achieving favorable outcomes for my clients across all court levels.
Whether in Federal Court, State Superior Court, or Municipal Court, I leverage my strong legal abilities and trial skills to secure the best possible outcomes, always treating my clients with dignity and respect.
- Criminal Law
- Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- DUI & DWI
- Municipal Law
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- White Collar Crime
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Drug Offenses
- Federal Court
- Free Consultation
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Contingent Fees
Contingent fees on personal injury cases....no fee if we don't settle the case or win it at trial. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
payment plans are possible for clients with a strong working history.
- New Jersey
- New Jersey Courts
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- 3rd Circuit
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- Federal Circuit
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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- English: Spoken, Written
- French: Spoken
- Spanish: Spoken
- Law Office of Maria D. Noto, P.C.
- Current
- Seton Hall University
- J.D. | Law
- Top 15% of the Class
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- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Each year from 2005 to 2013, Maria D. Noto has been named as New Jersey Super Lawyer by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, based on ballots from attorneys asked to vote for the best lawyers they had personally observed in action. Maria D. Noto has established a reputation in New Jersey law practice as a skilled, tenacious criminal defense and civil litigation attorney.
- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Each year from 2005 to 2013, Maria D. Noto has been named as New Jersey Super Lawyer by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, based on ballots from attorneys asked to vote for the best lawyers they had personally observed in action. Maria D. Noto has established a reputation in New Jersey law practice as a skilled, tenacious criminal defense and civil litigation attorney.
- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Each year from 2005 to 2013, Maria D. Noto has been named as New Jersey Super Lawyer by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, based on ballots from attorneys asked to vote for the best lawyers they had personally observed in action. Maria D. Noto has established a reputation in New Jersey law practice as a skilled, tenacious criminal defense and civil litigation attorney.
- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Each year from 2005 to 2013, Maria D. Noto has been named as New Jersey Super Lawyer by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, based on ballots from attorneys asked to vote for the best lawyers they had personally observed in action. Maria D. Noto has established a reputation in New Jersey law practice as a skilled, tenacious criminal defense and civil litigation attorney.
- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- Each year from 2005 to 2013, Maria D. Noto has been named as New Jersey Super Lawyer by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, based on ballots from attorneys asked to vote for the best lawyers they had personally observed in action. Maria D. Noto has established a reputation in New Jersey law practice as a skilled, tenacious criminal defense and civil litigation attorney.
- Criminal Trial Attorney
- Certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court
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- Activities: I have been certified as a criminal trial attorney and have tried over 200 cases.
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- New Jersey State Bar # 029831980
- Member
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- Litigation Counsel of American Honorary Society
- Fellow
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- New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- President
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- New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Vice President
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- New Jersey Supreme Court to the Board of Trial Attorney Certification
- Chair Member
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- Who's Who Among Distinguished Americans of Italian Descent by the Italian Tribune News
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- Criminal Section of New Jersey Supreme Court Board on Attorney Trial Certification
- Chair
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- Activities: Responsible for overseeing committee that prepares and grades the exam for attorney applicants who seek certification as experts in criminal law.
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- New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Secretary and Treasurer
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- Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association of the State of New Jersey
- Board Member
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- Activities: The Mental health Association is an organization that promotes the treatment of mental illness and the rights and dignity of mentally ill persons through programs of advocacy, education and service.
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- Criminal Section of New Jersey Supreme Court Board on Trial Certification
- Vice Chair
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- New Jersey Supreme Court to the Board of Trial Attorney Certification
- Board Member
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- Activities: Responsible for screening applicants for certification; involved in preparation and grading of the exam for criminal trial attorney certification.
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- New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Trustee
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- Activities: Assisted in organizing numerous seminars and participated as a speaker in many of them.
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- Essex County Bench Bar
- Co-Chair
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- Activities: Acted as liaison between members of the criminal trial bar and the Judiciary.
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- New Jersey Criminal Trial Attorney
- New Jersey Supreme Court
Maria Noto and Brenda Cuba in CNBC Documentary "Women Professionals"
A 5 minute interview with Maria Noto and Brenda Cuba, two outstanding legal professionals in the New Jersey area. The Documentary provides a brief glimpse into the exciting world of...
Maria D. Noto: News Coverage of 2 year Mob Trial
This is a clip of Maria D. Noto, and the other defense lawyers who won against the State of New Jersey, in the longest trial in New Jersey. The trial last around 2 years and involved a number of defendants. The case ended in the jury acquitting the defendants. For more information please visit Mdnlawfirm.com
