Being investigated or charged with a felony, misdemeanor, public corruption, narcotics, assault, weapons, or DWI is a life-changing event. It will affect your freedom, job, family, or finances. You must have someone on your side that has trial experience, the ability to negotiate, and most importantly, someone who will fight for you, and limit the exposure for those damaging allegations.
As a former chief prosecutor of the homicide, public corruption/internal affairs, and narcotics units, with the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office, Mr. DeGroot, with one hundred felony trials to his name, has a proven track record of success. You can trust that Mr. DeGroot will identify the weaknesses of the case against you, and investigate every possible defense for the charges you face. Mr. DeGroot has negotiated thousands of plea agreements and is a recognized expert in trial advocacy who taught tactics at the National Advocacy Center in South Carolina.
In today's media-driven age you also need an attorney who can handle complex media issues while representing your interests. Mr. DeGroot has issued press releases and has been quoted in various media outlets, including the New Jersey Record, The National Law Journal, and N.J.12 News. Mr. DeGroot has appeared as a TV analyst for Court TV and Inside Edition and has extensive media relations knowledge. He also appeared in the Netflix documentary “Stray Bullet,” as the lead prosecutor in the murder of a 12yr old girl.
Mr. DeGroot takes time to forge a relationship with his clients and is determined to be an effective advocate who will be with you every step of the way. Contact me online or call today at 973-856-6800 for a free consultation.
Recommendations
- Paul, was more than qualified to represent us. Paul was wonderful. He was able to calm our nerves and put us at ease, even sharing a few jokes that made the anxious wait before the judge much more bearable. He walked us through every possible scenario and spoke with the prosecutor, presenting the...
- Dear Mr. DeGroot I'd like to extend my many thanks to you for all your hard work with the case of Wylie Jason Evans and M.M. It's remarkable how I witnessed you throughout the trial with such grace , style and patience. I also must mention extremely clever. Yet, you were able to get your poin...
- Dear Mr. DeGroot Thank you for handling my case. I can see how much effort, and care you put into the case and how hard you fighting for Kasiem. I want you to know how much his mother and family appreciate your efforts and your work on the case. Keep fighting a little longer and good luck wit...
- Dear Mr. DeGroot I would like to state how pleased I am to have had Mr. Paul DeGroot represent my case. Mr. DeGroot was very professional, tactful, proficient and compassionate. I'm profoundly appreciative for Mr. DeGroot's genuine concern regarding me as a victim, and justice prevailing. My ...