Atty. John D Caruso

Atty. John D Caruso

John D Caruso is a lawyer practicing criminal defense - federal and state courts, criminal appeals and trials. John received a B.S. degree from New Jersey City University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Elizabeth Elizabeth 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John D Caruso at a glance

John D Caruso is a criminal defense and appellate attorney based in Elizabeth, New Jersey. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1993), New Jersey (1996), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1996), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2003). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1993) and New Jersey City University (B.S. Criminal, 1988). Active member of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey. Serands clients in Elizabeth, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John D Caruso is a lawyer practicing criminal defense - federal and state courts, criminal appeals and trials
  • John received a B.S. degree from New Jersey City University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices in Elizabeth, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John D Caruso's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Elizabeth 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John D Caruso

Where is John D Caruso's law office located?
John D Caruso's law practice is located in Elizabeth, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D Caruso handle?
John D Caruso focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John D Caruso practiced law?
John D Caruso has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John D Caruso go to law school?
John D Caruso earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S. Criminal, 1988).
How can I contact John D Caruso for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1993
B.S. Criminal
New Jersey City University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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