Practice Areas
Get the representation you need. When facing criminal charges, it is important to understand your rights and have an experienced criminal defense lawyer by your side. Art represents clients in the following areas:
Never once did I doubt, I was in the best possible hands
“I not only recommend attorney Arthur G. Margeotes, but I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. He responds in an extremely timely matter, he’s very knowledgeable & a trustworthy person.
There is no other attorney that will work as hard for you. I used Mr. Margeotes for a domestic issue, he is a wonderful attorney I could not have been happier, and I will never go anywhere else.”
Serious Crimes
Charges for assault and other violent crimes can change your life - forever.
When you know you’re heading to court, partnering with an attorney who has experience in criminal defense at trial can make a difference in the outcome.
Municipal court crimes shouldn’t be taken lightly.
Being charged with a municipal crime is a serious matter with serious consequences that can impact your future.
What Constitutes a Serious Crime?
Arson
Assault
Aggravated Assault
Simple Assault
Assault by Auto
Burglary, Trespassing & Criminal Mischief
Carjacking
Child Pornography
Contempt
Credit Card Theft & Fraudulent Use
Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders
Drug Offenses & Controlled Dangerous Substances
Endangering the Welfare of a Child
False Swearing & Perjury
Forgery
Gambling
Homicide & Murder
Aggravated Manslaughter
Manslaughter
Death by Auto
Identity Theft
Insurance Fraud
Kidnapping & Criminal Restraint
Piracy
Resisting Arrest & Escape
Sex Crimes
Theft & Robbery
Threats
Weapons Offenses & Forfeiture
Municipal Court Crimes
Burglar’s Tools
Criminal Mischief
Criminal Trespass
Disorderly Conduct
Disorderly Persons Offenses
DUI Cases
DUI Refusal Cases
Harassment
Joyriding
Motor Vehicle Offenses & Traffic Violations
Shoplifting
Theft
Expungements
Expungement is a way to “clear” your criminal record from the public eye.
Arrest records or convictions can impact your future, from your ability to get a job, housing, or schooling.
If you are eligible for an expungement, Art can guide you through this complicated, document-heavy process.
Post-Trial Motions
If you do not agree with the verdict of your case, you have options.
Whether you think your case was impacted by errors or misconduct, you have the right to file a post-trial motion to show proof that your verdict was unjust, unfair, or wrong.
Internal Affairs Investigations & Police Misconduct Complaints
Law enforcement agencies and their professionals are being scrutinized.
Art represents law enforcement agencies in claims alleging excessive force, negligent pursuit, negligent supervision, false arrest, and police-involved shootings.
Art also represents police officers and correctional officers sued in their personal and professional capacities in claims alleging excessive force, including wrongful death, and civil rights violations.
I retained Arthur Margeotes for my criminal case.
“I retained Arthur Margeotes for my criminal case. Even though there was a strong possibility of me facing prison time, I was immediately reassured by Arthur that he would not let that happen. Through his immense knowledge and understanding of both sides of the law, prosecution, and defense, and with great focus on attention to detail he formulated an action plan, which ultimately kept me out of prison.
I would strongly recommend Arthur to anybody that would (unfortunately) require his services, especially if the case is to be tried in Somerset county. Arthur knows all the right people in Somerset! Additionally, Arthur is a personable, affable, approachable, and all-around nice guy. I wish I had met him under different circumstances.”