White Collar Crime Defense in Hamilton Township, NJ
White Collar Crimes Defense in Hamilton Township, NJ
Federal-Court Reach for Mercer County White Collar Cases
White collar charges carry consequences that rival the most serious felonies: prison time, heavy fines, restitution orders, asset forfeiture, and permanent damage to professional licenses. When those charges land in federal court, the stakes climb higher. The Law Office of Zapicchi & Liller, LLP is admitted to the Federal 3rd Circuit, so we can represent clients in both New Jersey state court and federal court. That distinction matters directly for Hamilton Township residents and business owners whose charges may be filed or escalated at the federal level.
Aaron S. Liller’s Federal 3rd Circuit admission and his externship with the U.S. Department of Justice gave him direct exposure to how federal prosecutors build criminal cases from the inside. Mario D. Zapicchi is licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, extending our coverage across state lines. Both partners have been practicing since 2010 and collaborate on every file we take.
White Collar Charges We Handle
White-collar offenses cover a broad range of non-violent financial crimes. Our criminal defense practice in Hamilton Township addresses the charge categories a person is most likely to face under New Jersey law and applicable federal statutes.
Charge types within our criminal defense scope include:
- Embezzlement and theft by failure to make required disposition
- Insurance, bank, mortgage, and tax fraud
- Medicare and Medicaid fraud
- Money laundering
- Identity theft and credit card fraud
- Forgery and counterfeiting
- Bribery and extortion
- Securities fraud and insider trading
- Passing bad checks
Prosecutors build white-collar cases on documents, electronic communications, and financial records. That volume and complexity make early legal intervention critical. We study each matter thoroughly before committing to any strategy, so the approach we develop is grounded in the actual facts of your situation rather than a generic template.
How New Jersey Classifies & Sentences White Collar Crimes
New Jersey uses the term “indictable offense” where other states use “felony.” Most white-collar charges are indictable offenses, and the sentencing tier depends on the dollar amount involved and the nature of the alleged conduct.
In Mercer County, indictable offenses begin at Hamilton Township Municipal Court and transfer to the Mercer County Superior Court in Trenton for grand jury proceedings and trial. A conviction creates a permanent criminal record with collateral consequences: loss of professional licenses, barriers to employment and housing, loss of voting and firearms rights, and potential civil liability. For eligible first-time offenders, New Jersey’s Pretrial Intervention program may offer a path that avoids conviction entirely. Eligibility depends on charge degree and case circumstances.
When White Collar Charges Go Federal
Our admission to the Federal 3rd Circuit means we can represent Hamilton Township clients whether charges are filed in Mercer County Superior Court or in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. That coverage isn’t incidental. Most local criminal defense firms can’t offer it.
Federal prosecution typically means greater investigative resources from agencies like the FBI, IRS, or SEC, tighter sentencing guidelines with less judicial discretion, and potentially longer prison terms. Wire fraud and mail fraud can each carry up to 20 years per count under federal law. Charges are more likely to move to the federal forum when conduct crosses state lines, involves federal program funds, or draws the attention of federal regulators. RICO allegations, though less common, represent one of the most serious escalations possible.
Aaron’s externship with the U.S. Department of Justice gave him direct exposure to how federal criminal investigations are constructed and pursued. That background shapes how we approach white collar defense when federal involvement is possible or already underway. Engaging defense counsel early can also influence whether charges are ultimately filed at the state or federal level.
Contact Our White Collar Defense Team in Hamilton Township
If you’re facing a white-collar charge or believe you’re under investigation in Hamilton Township or anywhere in Mercer County, act before the investigation advances. By the time an indictment is public, prosecutors may already have a substantial evidentiary record. The first conversation with us begins the process of understanding your situation and your options.
Clients Who Came Back More Than Once
One reviewer noted this was their third matter with Mario. That's not luck, that's trust built case by case.
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Mario is an exceptional attorney that not only listened and cared but also represented with confidence.Joe Palomba
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It truly felt like we had a top tier concierge service guiding us to closing day.Mike Dello
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Second time using this law firm for real estate and both times I had a fantastic experience!Siena G
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He got my case dropped; he’s an amazing guy even if he’s not your paid attorney.K D
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He was honest, straightforward, and always answered when I reached out.Robert Breeze
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Really went above and beyond to make sure we closed.Lauren Hernandez
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They were responsive, timely, and very professional.Joseph Kelleher
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The entire process was smooth and well organized from start to finish.Michele Han
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We are out-of-state owners, but everything went smoothly and efficiently.Irena Kocol
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The team was professional, responsive, and incredibly thorough throughout the entire process.Natalie Diamond
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He truly goes above and beyond for his clients, always making sure you feel supported and informed during stressful times.Nick Fryar
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Lindsay was incredibly helpful, responsive, and on top of every detail.Erik Liepins
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He was not only highly skilled but also compassionate and reassuring.jik dzh
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They were knowledgeable, responsive, and made sure every detail was handled properly.Robert Wetzel
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The Law Offices of Zapicchi & Liller did a great job helping us as first-time home buyers to understand the process and protect our interests.Jim Civale
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This was a complex transaction with a number of moving parts, and Aaron handled it with precision, professionalism, and total command of the process.Joseph Dolce
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An awesome experience with a great team of people at this law firm.Loretta Ashley
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We highly recommend this firm if you're considering selling or buying a home.Michael Delpome
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The team was incredibly helpful and responsive throughout the entire process.Patricia Masi
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Lindsay went above and beyond to be accommodating and helpful.Carl Calderone
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It was a really smooth experience.kush shah
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Lindsay specifically was such a pleasure to work with.Breanna Doane
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Communication was top notch and to have him work on my case took all of my stress out of it.jaeger996X
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My experience with him was awesome and, yes, I won my case.Shanay Bryan
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They are responsive, give great advice and will advocate for you every step of the way.Lui G
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From start to finish, their team was professional, organized, and incredibly responsive.Rick McLaughlin
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Mario and his team were wonderful, patient, and understanding, and made sure we were aware of every change in the case.Courtney Bush
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The experience was exceptional from start to finish.Guy Armour
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We used them for both the purchase and sale of our properties.John Peterson
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We had a very good experience with this team.Lisa Peterson
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From the moment I first contacted their office, I felt an immediate sense of care and genuine dedication that completely set them apart.Nyoka N Parchment
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Zapicchi & Liller LLP made our dream home purchase smooth, clear, and stress-free.Irina Asinski
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Sandy was super helpful and explained everything in ways that made sense.Justin
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Highly recommend this attorney and his firm.Art Petrosian
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They made everything such a breeze with purchasing our home.Cait Whitemore
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Everyone was professional, responsive, and really made the process feel smooth and stress-free.Sonia Gracia
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The whole team at Zapicchi & Liller are so personable, knowledgeable, and put their clients first!Marisa Robinson
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Had a seamless experience with them while selling my property.Josh N
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Mr. Zapicchi got my son’s speeding ticket reduced to zero points.arkleston
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I have great appreciation for Mario Zapicchi.Michael Mahon
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Got me out of jail time; I got off with fines.Patrick Lilly
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They helped me find which type of lawyer I needed for my case even though they don't offer those types of services.antonio ortiz
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Awesome 🔥 thank you again. Couldn’t have asked for better representation!Demarcus Johnson
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Every phone call is met with professionalism and personal care.Kimberly Suarez
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If you get in trouble in Bordentown and need help, you gotta go see Mario.Steve Harris
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I had the pleasure of working with Mario Zapicchi to handle a traffic ticket, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional.Umit
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Anytime I called him or texted him, he was quick to respond. Highly recommend him!michael prezioso
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He went above and beyond for my case to get dismissed.Raymond “Krazy” San Lorenzo
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Very helpful and knowledgeable. Went to great lengths to ensure my best defense.Shannon Stegmaier
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His communication throughout both were so helpful.Justyn Roderick
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Mr. Zapicchi not only got the case dismissed but cleared the entire situation from public records, this attorney is amazing.New Vision Remodeling
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Aaron, Sandy, and the team at Zapicchi & Liller are your unsung heroes working diligently behind the scenes.Jason Devino
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Mario is reliable and knowledgeable.khadar potter
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Aaron and team were very helpful and responsive.Gregory Leonberg Jr
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He definitely cares about his clients and did the best possible job representing me.Ashley Robnett
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Excellence and also thorough and pleasant to work with.Cindy Amato Dashko
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I want to thank Mario for doing such a great job and having the patience to go the extra mile.lelia mccants
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He took care of everything for me and was very fair about what he charged me!Dean Cartagena
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They saved me thousands of dollars and charged me very fairly for their top notch services.Deb P
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Insightful, informed, involved, informative. Awesome attorney.Gualberto Gonzalez
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He reassured me he had my back and he definitely followed through, literally the best hands down if you need a great criminal attorney.Erica Adams
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Very professional and the communication is priceless!Dee Dee
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Mario is one of, if not the best lawyer I’ve ever had the privilege of meeting.jon morrell
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I was very pleased with their help and their service!John B. Lewis
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Mario Zapicchi helped keep my license in New Jersey with traffic violations multiple times.Rohan Sarang
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All of the staff were wonderful and made me feel valued and heard.Cassie Barrows
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I was very pleased with the way I was represented today in court.Shalane Brooks
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They remained in constant communication with me, provided me with all the information I needed and delivered on their promise.Stockton Bond
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I’ve been going to Mario for over four years now and I have to say, he’s by far the best lawyer that I’ve ever encountered.Gwyneth Perfect
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I will always recommend him to everyone I know because of his dedication and care for my ticket.Sabrina Ulshafer
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Mario was absolutely amazing throughout my case; he was very helpful and answered all my questions.hervens escarment
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He really helped me and I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney!Katlin Riddle
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He’s a man of his words, no lawyer can guarantee the outcome of any case, but Mr. Zapicchi didn’t make me feel as if I didn’t stand a chance.Stubban Sound
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He was able to get me out of numerous charges and I would highly recommend!Celina Del Duca
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Thank you, Mario, for your awesome, detailed, quick solution to my New Jersey ticket matters.Samira Robinson
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I am grateful for his passion, dedication, and professionalism because that is hard to find.Kayla Hightower
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Had my speeding ticket on the NJ Turnpike, 93 mph, dropped to 0 points.Oleg Farniev
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I was unavailable and Mario represented me, and I could not be more pleased with the outcome!Erica Skribner
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I would highly recommend for a traffic violation.Mary Piciocchi
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Great experience! Highly recommend!Pavlo Onyskovets
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I would highly recommend him for any of your legal matters.Muhammad Talha
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Very nice, very well spoken, funny and gets the job done.Collin Cassarini
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By the time my case was in court, he had gotten me a no-points deal and a small fine from a much worse points ticket.Parth Patel
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He took time to explain the process to me and did what he promised.Sonia Akella
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Very professional and got points taken off.Jayquallin
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He explained clearly what possibilities may occur and did his very best to get me the outcome I asked for.Anthony Gonzalez
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He was always patient and never wavered from his word. Kept a calm, empathetic and confident demeanor.Stephanie Davis
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Mario is an excellent attorney who is truly professional and dependable.Kevin Ruppel
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Didn’t have to deal with court at all nor miss a day of work!El Presidente
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Got me the lowest possible cost for my ticket with no points.mike muce
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Mario was so great in helping me resolve a speeding ticket and helped get me down to a 0-point offense.Todd Martin
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Excellent lawyer, great person and does a great job.Carlos Cevallos
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Mario represented me and made sure I didn’t get any points for the violation, and all I had to pay was a $90 fine!Israel McCray
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This attorney went above and beyond to help me get my ticket dropped all the way down.Ce ce
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Mario is very professional and pleasant to work with.M. Y.
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They are super responsive and attuned to the needs of their clients.Anthony Vetrano
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He did an amazing job reducing my crazy 14 points to 4 points only and avoided suspending my license.Arshin Nef
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He got all of them taken care of; reduced drastically or dropped altogether in just a few weeks without us even needing to come back to New Jersey.Shanley Autz
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It was the best court experience I ever was involved in with the least amount of stress, especially during this COVID time.Sue Tonz
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Mario is a consummate professional, very accommodating and easy to relate to.Wayne Kohlmyer
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I appreciated the way you guys were fighting my case.Jude Charles
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Mario Zapicchi handled my case quickly, professionally, and at a fair price.Jay Green
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Mario Zapicchi is a very professional lawyer, no issues, very easy to work with.Alex Andrese
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This is the 3rd time he has helped my family out with traffic tickets and a more serious charge.Sheryl Orlen
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Mario handled everything very professionally and worked diligently to reduce the violation down to 0 points.Carmine
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Mario was absolutely amazing throughout my case. He’s very professional and trustworthy.Rosa Pineda
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Best lawyer I've ever seen; he will get the job done.Adam Meszaros
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He is always professional and communicated frequently to keep me informed.Bryan Rice
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They have been really helpful and always available.Hemal Patel
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Went out of his way to send me some info on a matter he took care of last year.Oscar Torres
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Works quick and efficient, great service.Joe C
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Mario Zapicchi is a very professional lawyer. Best prices around, hands down.Cesar Laboy
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I got arrested for marijuana and he handled my case perfectly!Tolga Gunaydin
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If you're looking for someone who knows their practice and will fight for you in court, Mario is your guy.Junior Brown
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Responds quickly to inquiries and is knowledgeable and strategic.Ariel Loza
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Attorney Mario works very quickly and effectively!Akshar Patel
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I entrust Mario with my most valued commodity: my son.Joseph Lombardo
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5 stars is not enough to rate these winners.Wilmage Canes Paul
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He was prompt, professional and highly educated on all laws/regulations.DaVaughn Brockett
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They did all the work and saved me from 2 tickets out of 3 with no points.Luis Felipe Tavarez Pepen
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One of the best attorneys I had the pleasure of ever working for me. Very affordable if you ask me.Brandon Walker
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Very responsive and answered all questions I had involving my case.Jeremy Rodriguez
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Highly recommend this lawyer for any traffic violations.Mast Pharmacy
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Mario was highly communicative, responsive and professional.Matthew Phillips
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I highly recommend him; he is very professional and reasonable at everything he does.Miguelina Rodriguez
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The absolute best help and legal services you could ever hope for, my attorney was with me every step of the way.Tyrell Walker
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If you want a lawyer that’s gonna fight your battle in court, please, please, look no further. Mr. Mario is your guy.SHERRY HALL
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He handled my son's speeding violations with great efficiency.William Ponton
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Out of all the attorneys who help our drivers across the lower 48 states, Mr. Zapicchi is one of the most professional and knowledgeable.J.B. Expedited
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He was extremely helpful! He always got back to me quickly with any information and kept me in the loop.Kira Wojtowicz
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Mario and his assistant are so easy to talk to. I feel like they're family.Kathleen Meszaros
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He is very professional, responsive, and diligent.Sue Clarke
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He went above and beyond and made us feel at ease during a scary time.Denise Olaff
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My experience with Mario far exceeded my expectations.Ryan Cody
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Aaron stays with you from start to finish.Dan Okavage
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He was extremely patient, helpful, prompt, and no nonsense when dealing with the other lawyer.Lee Anne Aluotto
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I had a positive experience with Mario.Vicki Massa
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Mario is amazing. His skills and respect for his clients are second to none.Rich Holmak