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Atty. Warren S. Sutnick

Atty. Warren S. Sutnick

Warren S. Sutnick is a highly skilled trial attorney with more than three decades of experience, specializing in defending individuals charged with serious criminal offenses as well as DUI/DWI.

Hackensack Hackensack 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Warren S. Sutnick at a glance

Warren S. Sutnick is a Partner based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Sutnick & Sutnick Attorneys At Law. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1991), New Jersey (1992), U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York (1996), and U.S. District Court Southern District of New York (1996). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1991) and Rutgers College (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Warren S. Sutnick is a highly skilled trial attorney with more than three decades of experience, specializing in defending individuals charged with serious criminal offenses as well as DUI/DWI
  • Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Municipal Court Law Attorney, Mr. Sutnick has successfully handled thousands of cases across New Jersey and New York
  • A zealous advocate in the courtroom, Mr. Sutnick is recognized for his expertise in DWI law and has appeared in nearly every municipal court in New Jersey
  • Known for his strategic and tireless defense, he is deeply committed to securing the best possible outcome for each client—no matter how long it takes
  • While many cases involve similar legal issues, Mr. Sutnick understands that every client has unique personal circumstances that deserve individualized attention and respect
  • Mr. Sutnick began his legal career as a prosecutor with the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office, where he served as a senior trial attorney in the Homicide Bureau
  • His experience as a prosecutor gives him an edge as a defense attorney, allowing him to anticipate how the State will build a case and skillfully dismantle it in court
  • Following his time in public service, Mr. Sutnick worked in the financial sector at PaineWebber in Weehawken and later as counsel for Morgan Stanley in New York City
  • He has lectured internationally on financial crimes and money laundering
  • Since 2002, Mr. Sutnick has served as the managing partner of Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC. He also teaches continuing legal education courses for various county bar associations and is frequently called upon to share his expertise with fellow attorneys
  • Mr. Sutnick is admitted to practice in both state and federal courts in New Jersey and New York
  • He earned his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University and his law degree from Brooklyn Law School

Practice Areas Explained

Warren S. Sutnick's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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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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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 Hackensack 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 Warren S. Sutnick

Where is Warren S. Sutnick's law office located?
Warren S. Sutnick's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Sutnick & Sutnick Attorneys At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Warren S. Sutnick handle?
Warren S. Sutnick focuses on wills, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Warren S. Sutnick practiced law?
Warren S. Sutnick has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Warren S. Sutnick go to law school?
Warren S. Sutnick earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Warren S. Sutnick for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1991
B.A.
Rutgers College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2002

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