Atty. Bernadette DeCastro

Atty. Bernadette DeCastro

Bernadette DeCastro is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law. Bernadette received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Newark Newark 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Bernadette DeCastro at a glance

Bernadette DeCastro is an Asst. Dep. Pub. Def. based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1984). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1984) and Seton Hall University (B.S. Seton, 1974). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bernadette DeCastro is a lawyer practicing criminal law, juvenile law
  • Bernadette received a B.S. degree from Seton Hall University in 1974, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Bernadette practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Bernadette DeCastro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernadette DeCastro handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Bernadette DeCastro's law office located?
Bernadette DeCastro's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernadette DeCastro handle?
Bernadette DeCastro focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Bernadette DeCastro practiced law?
Bernadette DeCastro has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Bernadette DeCastro go to law school?
Bernadette DeCastro earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Seton, 1974).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1984
B.S. Seton
Seton Hall University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1984

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