James A. Abate Esq.

Founding partner James A. Abate, Esq. chose to focus on criminal defense, DUI defense, and municipal court cases because, "Many people arrested for crimes have no previous experience with the law. They come from all walks of life, all ages, all professions, and are all genders. They need two things: They need to be educated, and they need a strong advocate." Mr. Abate's compassion for his clients is the driving force behind the firm. "Most importantly, what a client needs from me is knowing that everything is going to be okay. Bad decisions should not haunt you for the rest of your life." He supports his clients by giving them the information that they need to make hard decisions. Mr. Abate says, "When you hire this firm, you get not just me, but an entire legal team dedicated to fighting for the best possible outcome in your case based on the facts and circumstances specific to your situation. Each member of our staff provides vital support for reaching successful resolutions." He enjoys his Stanley Tucci-esq glasses and loves his sweet office puppy, Molly. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees James A. Abate Esq. included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Selected to Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2022 Other Sources of Feedback About James A. Abate Esq. Included on the 2026New Jersey Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2022 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2021 New Jersey Super Lawyers list 2020 New Jersey Super Lawyers list

• Partner

• Eastern District of New York at the United States Attorney's Office, Law Intern
• United States District Judge David G. Trager

• New York
• New Jersey
• U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
• U.S. District Court Northern District of New York
• U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
• U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
• U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit
• U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit
• Specialties and Certifications
• Certified in the administration of the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs)
• Certified in the administration of the NHTSA Drug Recognition Evaluations (DRE)

• Somerset County Bar Association
• Union County Bar Association
• New Jersey Bar Association
• Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey
• New York Bar Association
• National Association of Subrogation Professionals
• American Trial Lawyers Association
• American Bar Association, Tort, Insurance, Business, Litigation and Property Section