Criminal Defense Attorney New Brunswick

Criminal Defense Lawyer in New Brunswick, NJ

A Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer Fighting for Middlesex County Clients Since 2006

When you’re facing criminal charges in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the attorney you choose matters from day one. Law Offices of Carlos Diaz-Cobo has been defending clients in Middlesex County since 2006, handling everything from municipal court matters to serious indictable felonies and federal charges. Our founder, Carlos Diaz-Cobo, holds the Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer designation from the New Jersey Supreme Court, a credential fewer than 2% of attorneys in the state have earned.

We serve clients in New Brunswick and throughout Middlesex County and offer free initial consultations so you can understand your options before making any decisions.

Facing charges in New Brunswick or anywhere in Middlesex County? Call us now at (848) 207-2709 to schedule your free consultation with no obligation.

Two Courts, One Defense Team

Criminal cases in New Brunswick move through one of two venues depending on the charge. Disorderly persons offenses, DWI, traffic violations, and local ordinance matters are heard in New Brunswick Municipal Court. Indictable offenses, New Jersey’s equivalent of felonies, carry the possibility of more than six months in prison, require a Grand Jury indictment, and are resolved at Middlesex County Superior Court.

First-degree crimes carry 10 to 20 years in prison. Second-degree crimes carry 5 to 10 years. Third-degree crimes carry 3 to 5 years, and fourth-degree crimes carry up to 18 months. Even a disorderly persons conviction can mean up to six months in jail, a $1,000 fine, and a permanent record that affects employment, housing, and immigration status. We’re admitted to practice in NJ Superior Court, NJ Municipal Court, NJ Federal District Court, the United States Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court, covering every level where your case may be heard.

Start Your Defense with a Free Consultation

If you or someone you care about has been charged with a crime in New Brunswick or anywhere in Middlesex County, don’t wait to get legal guidance. We represent clients across New Jersey in both state and federal courts, and we offer free consultations so the conversation can start without financial pressure.

Call (848) 207-2709 today to speak with our team.

Criminal Charges We Handle in New Brunswick

Our practice covers the full range of criminal charges heard in New Brunswick Municipal Court and Middlesex County Superior Court. Whether you’re facing a first offense or a serious felony allegation, we build a defense strategy tailored to your specific situation.

Violent crimes: Aggravated assault, robbery, armed robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, manslaughter, and murder.

Drug offenses: Controlled dangerous substance possession, drug distribution, drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, and prescription fraud, handled at both the municipal and superior court level.

Sex crimes: Aggravated sexual assault, indecent exposure, child pornography, and related charges.

Other criminal matters: Domestic violence, DWI, eluding, forgery, burglary, and conspiracy.

Post-Conviction & Appeals: Expungements, post-conviction relief, and appeals in state and federal courts.

Civil rights cases: Claims where government actors, including law enforcement, have violated a client’s constitutional rights.

Why Acting Quickly After an Arrest Matters

The hours and days immediately following an arrest are often the most consequential part of a criminal case. What you say to police before speaking with an attorney can be used against you at trial. Pretrial detention hearings in New Jersey occur shortly after arrest, and an attorney who is involved early can argue for release conditions that may keep you out of custody while the case proceeds.

Evidence is most accessible right after an incident. Witness recollections are fresh, and alibi documentation can still be gathered. Every defendant has a constitutional right to remain silent and to have an attorney present during questioning. Invoking those rights and getting defense counsel involved quickly can significantly shape how a case develops.

Why Choose Law Offices of Carlos Diaz-Cobo?

Fighting for Clients Since 2006

Aggressive and Affordable Representation

We provide top-tier legal representation at a fair price, ensuring strong, strategic defense without unnecessary financial strain.
Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer

Less than 2% of NJ attorneys hold this certification—Mr. Diaz-Cobo’s expertise and dedication set him apart in criminal defense.
Award-Winning Representation
Recognized as the 2024 Criminal Trial Lawyer of the Year, Mr. Diaz-Cobo has also been named a Top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyer nationwide and a Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney in New Jersey.
Featured in the Media

Mr. Diaz-Cobo’s legal insights and cases have been showcased on ABC, CNN, Fox, NBC, Asbury Park Press, Star Ledger, the New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, earning him a trusted reputation in criminal defense.
Client-Focused Service
Our firm is dedicated to providing every client with professional, responsive, and courteous treatment.
Free Consultations
Schedule a consultation to discuss your case and explore your options with no obligation.

Carlos Diaz-Cobo: Certified, Nationally Recognized, & Bilingual

Carlos Diaz-Cobo founded this firm in 2006 and has dedicated his career to criminal defense in New Jersey. The New Jersey Supreme Court has certified him as a Criminal Trial Lawyer, a distinction held by fewer than 2% of attorneys practicing in the state. That certification reflects a demonstrated command of criminal trial practice that goes beyond standard bar admission.

National Recognition & Media Presence

His recognition extends well beyond New Jersey. In 2023, the National Trial Lawyers Association named him among the Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys in New Jersey. The Middlesex County Bar Association named him Criminal Trial Lawyer of the Year. In 2024, the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys named him a Top Ten Criminal Defense Lawyer Nationwide. His legal insights have been featured on ABC, CNN, Fox, NBC, CBS, Telemundo, Dateline, ABC 20/20, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, USA Today, the Star Ledger, and the Asbury Park Press.

Jurisdictional Reach

Carlos is admitted to practice in the NJ Supreme Court, NJ Superior Court, NJ Municipal Court, NJ Federal District Court, Washington D.C. Federal District Court, the United States Court of Appeals D.C. Circuit, the United States Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. That jurisdictional reach means we can represent clients wherever their case goes.

Spanish-Language Representation

As one of the few Latino criminal defense attorneys focused on this community in the Middlesex County area, Carlos serves Spanish-speaking clients in their preferred language. A Spanish-language section is available on our firm website for clients and families who need it.

Carlos Diaz-Cobo

What New Brunswick Clients Receive When They Hire Us

We give each case individualized attention. We recognize the stress a criminal charge places on defendants and their families, and we approach each client with professionalism and genuine care. The presumption of innocence isn’t just a legal standard to us; it’s the foundation we build every defense on, regardless of the charge.

Our representation is aggressive and strategic. We don’t treat any case as routine, and we keep clients informed at every stage. Free initial consultations mean you can learn where you stand and what your options are before committing to anything. For Spanish-speaking clients in New Brunswick and across Middlesex County, Carlos Diaz-Cobo provides representation in your language, something few criminal defense attorneys in this area offer.

Serious Charges & Civil Rights Cases

Our criminal defense practice covers the most serious charges heard in Middlesex County Superior Court. Violent crime allegations, including aggravated assault, robbery, armed robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, manslaughter, and murder, require a defense team with real trial experience. Sex crime charges, from aggravated sexual assault to child pornography allegations, carry consequences that extend far beyond the criminal sentence itself. Drug cases range from possession charges in municipal court to large-scale distribution and trafficking prosecuted at the federal level.

We also handle post-conviction relief, which allows defendants to challenge a conviction or sentence after the direct appeal process has concluded, on grounds such as ineffective assistance of counsel, newly discovered evidence, or constitutional violations. For clients whose records are eligible, we pursue expungements under New Jersey law, which can reduce barriers to employment, housing, and professional licensing.

Our civil rights practice represents clients whose constitutional rights have been violated by government actors, including law enforcement. Federal civil rights law allows individuals to seek redress in court when those violations occur. That work reflects the same commitment we bring to every criminal defense matter we handle.

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