Atty. Colin Stanton
Colin Stanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, criminal defense. Colin received a B.A. degree from Stockton State College in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Newark, NJ · 41+ Years Experience
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About Colin Stanton at a Glance
Colin Stanton is a Member based in Newark, New Jersey, practicing at Almeida, Livingston & Stanton. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985), New Jersey (1986), and Pennsylvania (1986). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1985) and Stockton State College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Colin Stanton
- Colin Stanton is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal law, criminal defense
- Colin received a B.A. degree from Stockton State College in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Colin practices at Almeida, Livingston & Stanton in Newark, NJ
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Colin Stanton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colin Stanton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newark.
Personal Injury in Newark
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Newark
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Colin Stanton is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in New Jersey →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Newark
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 venue, 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.
Newark Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Newark-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Newark Choose Colin Stanton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Colin Stanton's practice in the field of personal injury and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Colin Stanton brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Colin Stanton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and criminal defense, Colin Stanton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Newark
A Newark-based practice means Colin Stanton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Colin Stanton Handles in Newark
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Colin Stanton has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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