Lakewood Lawyers

As a native of Toms River, I am pleased to be practicing law in my own community. My years of experience with family law, both working for the court and in private practice, have provided me with a familiarity of the legal system and how best to meet my clients’ needs. As part of the Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks firm, I am given the rare opportunity to work with a highly successful and well-known group of attorneys whose outstanding reputation precedes their collective efforts. By utilizing this broad scope of experience with a team approach, Carluccio, Leone, Dimon,...

Having grown up in a family with a history of land development and new home construction I have a unique insight into real estate and commercial transactions. As part of the Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, L.L.C. team of lawyers, I have concentrated my practice in the areas of real estate, commercial and civil litigation.

As a seasoned litigator, I am always guided by my belief in a practical approach to litigation which combines a strong work ethic with common sense and attention to the finest detail. This guiding principle, along with my natural talent for selecting and relating my client’s position to a jury, has enabled me to obtain very favorable verdicts, both on the plaintiff- and defense-side of the bar, in several counties throughout the State of New Jersey.

By joining the Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, L.L.C. team of lawyers, I bring thirteen (13) years of trial experience handling litigation matters involving...

I am an experienced and skilled Criminal Defense Attorney at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall. I exclusively defend clients facing DWI, DUI and Breath Test Refusal charges. I have Alcotest Breathalyzer Certification as well as Instructor Certification in Field Sobriety Testing. I am dedicated to providing the strongest defense based on my clients' unique situations.

I have received numerous awards, being honored as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Top NJ CLE Attorneys, and Ten Leaders in DUI Defense Law. I earned my J.D. from the University of Dayton School of Law. I am a member of...

Greg Thomlison is a Family Law Attorney practicing primarily in Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Mr. Thomlison graduated from Rutgers School of Law (Camden) and then participated in a law clerkship with the Honorable Patricia B. Roe, P.J.F.P. in Burlington and Ocean Counties. He is a partner with the Law Firm of Abatemarco Thomlison & Frantz, LLC in Manasquan, New Jersey. Mr. Thomlison is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the Ocean County Bar Association, the Ocean County Family Law Committee, and the Monmouth-Ocean Family Law Inn of Court. Mr. Thomlison is the current...

Matthew Dorry graduated from Rutgers University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. During his undergrad studies, he interned and volunteered for the Domestic Violence Agency of Middlesex County and participated in domestic violence hearings as a court advocate. He graduated Cum Laude and obtained his J.D. from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Mr. Dorry participated with in two mock trial competitions with the Trial Advocacy Honor Society. He was recognized for his community service actions during his time in law school. Mr. Dorry is licensed to practice law in the States of New...

Edward J. Bruton, Jr. has been practicing law in New Jersey and New York for over 20 years, with an emphasis on commercial and residential real estate transactions, commercial lending and other transactions. Whether purchasing or selling a large apartment complex or retail shopping center, refinancing a large commercial mortgage loan, or simply buying your dream home, each client gets Ed Bruton’s direct and personalized attention to their matters. Drawing from his prior employment experiences at one of New Jersey’s most respected real estate law firms, Ed Bruton prides himself on delivering the high caliber legal advice...

Attorney Ronald Goldfaden at Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari helps clients with personal injury, medical malpractice, and defective product cases.

Charles “Chase” R. Mathis IV has honed his skills as an attorney since joining the legal world in 2007, and has developed a well-rounded knowledge of the law throughout his career working at several national and local law firms in multiple positions. Since 2018, Chase has concentrated his practice to assisting injured individuals in obtaining the justice and compensation they deserve. He joined Maggs McDermott & DiCicco, LLC in 2021 and continues focus his practice in the field of personal injury.

He earned his J.D. in 2013 from Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, Delaware where he...

I bring twenty years of financial experience and fifteen years of criminal law experience to the firm. My financial skills were honed at the Wall Street offices of J.P. Morgan, Chase Manhattan Bank and Kidder Peabody. My criminal law skills were developed as a Public Defender and as the First Assistant Prosecutor in Ocean County.

PREPARATION AND PROFESSIONALISM. After nearly twenty-six years of service to the New Jersey Judiciary as a Superior Court Judge, I am privileged to become "of counsel" to the law firm of Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks. During my tenure as a Superior Court Judge, sitting in Ocean County, I had the opportunity to serve in all divisions, which consist of the Family, Criminal and Civil Parts. Being "of counsel" will allow me to bring this experience to the law firm and its clients as we endeavor to achieve a fair and just result in all of our cases....

My primary goal has always been to deliver the best possible results for you regardless of the cost to me. If you are a client with a criminal complaint pending against you, I will never sacrifice your rights to an unnecessary plea bargain in order to avoid the costs of a trial. If you are a client with a family law matter, I will make it my job to obtain the very best results I can to ensure your future.

I will spend the time needed to prepare your case and bring in whatever resources are needed, even when it means...

Our firm is a litigation team of New Jersey Lawyers that provides unmatched personal service for your legal matters. Our lawyers have represented companies ranging from small business to Fortune 500. Our firm has real trial experience and we provide great results. Our track record and customer reviews exemplify that our team of lawyers are committed to your success in the NJ Courts. We look forward to being the lawyer you deserve and fighting hard to win your case! Contact us today for a free consultation.

I was drawn to the practice of law because of the way it pervades everyday life. Whether an individual or a global conglomerate, the law affects not only the conduct of our business affairs, but also the conduct of our lives as a whole. As an attorney, my primary objective is providing exceptional legal counsel to residents of Toms River and Ocean County who find themselves faced with the complex and diversified legal problems that are ever present in today’s environment. At Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, LLC, I am fortunate to be surrounded by experienced and...

Attorney Carol Forte at Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari is known for her work in medical malpractice cases.

I am an experienced criminal defense attorney at The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall. My practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI, and Juvenile Law. I aggressively defend clients against criminal charges. I am dedicated to providing the best possible legal representation.

I received my B.S. from Temple University in 1992 and my J.D. from Rutgers University Law School in 2001. I am licensed to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Attorney Michael Zerres is known for his work in medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability cases.

Kenneth Berkowitz is licensed to help clients with cases in various areas of personal injury. He has worked on cases involving medical malpractice and product liability, including automobile defects, bicycle safety, and hot water heater.

Attorney David Fried has handled various cases in personal injury. He has experience in helping clients who have been injured due to the lack of proper safety equipment provided on the job site. He also is well qualified in cases of medical negligence claims surrounding brachial plexus injuries sustained at birth.

Jeffrey Zenna is an experienced plaintiff personal injury lawyer. He joined forces with Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari in 1995. Zenna practices law in automobile accident, premises liability, product liability, construction accident, and both medical and legal malpractice cases.

Attorney Thomas Huth brings with him more than 30 years of criminal law experience as a New Jersey county prosecutor to his criminal defense practice at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall.

Before joining the Marshall law firm in 2018, Mr. Huth devoted his entire career to N.J. criminal law as a prosecutor in Essex and Monmouth counties. In addition to trying hundreds of criminal cases to verdict, he has also held top supervisory and administrative positions in both offices including director of the Major Crimes Bureau, training and mentoring and developing longstanding relationships with many prosecutors in those offices.

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I have been fortunate to have a legal career which has provided me with unique opportunities and diverse experiences in law, government and the judiciary. After serving as a Judge for over five years, in the Chancery Division, Family Part as well as in the Criminal Division, I have returned to private practice, committed to applying the diverse knowledge and experience I have garnered, to best serve clients at CLDDS.

After a stint in insurance defense, I joined Gilmore and Monahan, P.A., as a local government attorney. As Airport Counsel to the Atlantic City International Airport, an entity within the South...

Timothy L. Horn, Partner, has more than 19 years of legal experience in a variety of practice areas. Timothy L. Horn is a former judicial law clerk to the Honorable Edward J. Turnbach, J.S.C. and completed an externship during law school with the United States Attorney’s office in Camden giving him a tremendous background in criminal law. Mr. Horn handles matters including: Criminal Defense, DWI/DUI, Motor Vehicle violations, Non-indictable offenses, Ordinance violations, Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law - Liquor Licenses, Corporate/Small Business, Commercial and Residential Real Estate.

Ms. Galante has nearly twenty years of experience in civil litigation, family and divorce law, contractual and real estate matters. With a background in commercial litigation, she brings these skills to the field of divorce and family law. Her practice has covered a wide range of transactional work with a concentration on corporate acquisitions, formation, financing, capitalization and the sale of closely held, international and eBusiness companies. She has represented various clients in connection with their professional practices and employment-related issues. She also has experience in probate and estate practice advising clients on estate planning strategies involving personal and business...

I have been a Lawyer for over 20 years.  But, as a second generation Lawyer I feel as though I have been interested and involved in the Law for my entire life.  Fighting for justice for my clients is my passion.  I have dedicated my practice to providing honest advice and determined representation to my clients that have entrusted me with their case.
Throughout my career, I have successfully represented clients in every county in the State of New Jersey, before New Jersey Federal District Courts, State Administrative Agencies, State Commissions, Zoning and Planning Boards, Municipal Governments and hundreds of Municipal Courts throughout...

To me, being a great lawyer requires hard work, determination, passion, honesty and integrity. These are values I live by, not only in my legal career but in all aspects of my personal and professional life. These are also the values instilled on both new and experienced attorneys at Carluccio, Leone, Dimon, Doyle & Sacks, LLC, which is one of the many reasons I was determined to become a new associate here. Though I have only been practicing law for a short period of time, I have been fortunate enough to work under the guidance of an esteemed judge as...

Michael Millar is a lifelong resident of New Jersey. He is a graduate of Point Pleasant Beach High School, Lafayette College and Vermont Law School. Between college and law school, he served as a combat arms officer in the United States Army, rising to the rank of Captain. While in law school, he served as associate editor of the law review and interned with the Environmental Crimes Section of the United States Department of Justice. After law school, he clerked for two trial judges in Atlantic County. Mr. Millar has been teaching business law and risk management at the University...

John Mennie has been practicing law for 35 years fighting for justice for people like you who have been injured by the wrongful acts of others. During his career he has won well over 150 million dollars for his clients. He has successfully represented thousands of injured citizens in their fight against insurance companies and wrongdoers. He is a member of a select group of attorneys recognized and certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney. You can contact John Mennie at (732) 481-9100 and learn more about his law practice at www.JGMLawGroup.com.

Attorney Agnes Rybar has over 12 years of experience in Divorce and Family Law. She graduated from Rutgers School of Law – Newark in 2004. After law school, Agnes served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Alan J. Pogarsky, J.S.C., in the Family Part, Ocean County. In that capacity, she analyzed and wrote recommendations on post-judgment motions and emergent applications dealing with issues of custody, parenting time, support, modifications and enforcement of divorce agreements. Thereafter, Agnes was a partner at a law firm of Horn, Turnbach & Rybar, LLC, where she honed her skills...

Kirk C. Russom, Esq. is a New Jersey lawyer whose practice focuses primarily on real estate, including residential and commercial closings, land use (subdivisions and variances), and landlord tenant matters.

Kirk obtained his Juris Doctor from Rutgers University School of Law—Camden. During his career at Rutgers Law, Kirk was a member of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society. He completed his first year of law school at the University of Miami School of Law in which he also was a member of the Sports & Entertainment Law Society.

Kirk completed his undergraduate studies at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, having obtained...

Michael C. Ayres, Esq., has been involved in the practice of family law since 2003. Prior to becoming an associate in the law firm of Villani & DeLuca, Mr. Ayres was associated with the law firm of Einhorn, Harris, Ascher, Barbarito and Frost in Denville, New Jersey. In his practice there his time was entirely dedicated to all matters pertaining to family law, with an emphasis on high net worth divorce litigation.After Mr. Ayres received his Juris Doctorate from the Seton Hall University School of Law, he took a position as a law clerk for The Honorable Patricia B. Roe,...

Alex Capozzi is a certified civil trial attorney at Brach Eichler. He has extensive experience litigating catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims in both New York and New Jersey. Alex has personally obtained several multi-million dollar jury verdicts on behalf of injured victims and he is believed to be one of the youngest attorneys in history to obtain a multi-million dollar jury verdict at trial. Given his experience, education, knowledge, and skill in civil trial practice, he has been designated as a certified civil trial attorney, a distinction achieved by less than 2% of attorneys in the United States. Outside...

John Callinan is a Certified Elder Law Attorney, certified by the National Elder Law Foundation as accredited by the American Bar Association. John was graduated from Rutgers University in 1990 with a B.A. in psychology. In 1993, John was graduated from Rutgers School of Law-Camden from which he received his Juris Doctor with Honors. John is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He is also admitted to practice before the New Jersey federal district courts and the United States Court of Appeal for the Third Circuit. John clerked for the Honorable Patricia Del Bueno Cleary, P.J.Ch. He...