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Michael A. Smolensky
Law Office of Michael A. Smolensky LLC
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Biography
• Represent clients in criminal, juvenile, and municipal court • Research and present pretrial motions • Prepare and execute trial defenses • Negotiate with county and municipal prosecutors • Volunteer as court-appointed pro bono legal guardian, 2015–2019 • Educate federal Special Agents at N.B.I.B. about criminal law and court rules, March 2017
Education
- Rutgers School of Law-Camden
- J.D. (2008)
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- Honors: Dean’s List, Spring 2008; Best Oralist, Moot Court 2006
- Activities: Rutgers Law Journal, Staff Member
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- Simmons College
- M.S. (1999) | Education
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- Tufts University
- B.A. (1994) | Double Major: History and Spanish
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- Activities: Leonard Carmichael Society; AIESEC
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Professional Experience
- Owner
- Law Office of Michael A. Smolensky LLC
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- New Jersey Criminal, Juvenile, Intoxicated/Drunk Driving, and Municipal Court Defense Attorney
Publications
Articles & Publications
- Case Comment, 38 RUTGERS L.J. 1485, 1485–1507 (2007)
- Rutgers Law Journal
Speaking Engagements
- Benchmarks Civics Project, Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT)
- New Jersey State Bar Association
- To promote a better public understanding of civics and the essential role courts play in a vibrant democracy, the NJSBA and NJ Judiciary developed the Benchmarks Civics Project. The project informs the public about how courts work; what it means to be a citizen; and the importance of an independent, fair and impartial justice system.
Awards
- New Jersey Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
- New Jersey Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
- New Jersey Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
- New Jersey Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers
Professional Associations
- Burlington County Bar Association
- Member
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- New Jersey State Bar Association
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- Gloucester County Bar Association
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- State Bar of New Jersey
- Attorney at Law of New Jersey
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- New Jersey
- New Jersey Courts
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Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- Municipal Law
- Juvenile Law
- Animal & Dog Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Wills
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. Can I take a possession charge for someone if I wasn't present at the time drugs were found?
- A: The answer to this question depends on the specific facts of the case and, perhaps more importantly, prosecutorial discretion.
- Q. I am a crime victim. Will the attorneys/judge consider that when I report to jury duty?
- A: You ought to have the opportunity to tell the judge. If I were defense counsel, I would ask that you be excused for cause.
- Q. Can a 14 1/2 year old who gropes 12 year old multiple times against his will be held liable under this statute?
- A: To answer this question, more information is required. An attorney, upon entering his or her appearance in court on a client's behalf, can demand and obtain the discovery. The answers to questions like this depend on the discovery provided by the State. This is preferable to speculating about the basis of the charge. Once complete discovery is acquired, a defense strategy may be developed.
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