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Expert Legal Representation

Defending Your Rights with Experience

During a legal career of over 50 years, Peter Gilbreth's practice has focused on the criminal justice system.  Following an appellate clerkship, Mr. Gilbreth commenced his legal career in 1974 as a Deputy Attorney General with the State of New Jersey.  Thereafter, he served as an Assistant Prosecutor in both Essex and Morris Counties.  In 1982 he began representing clients in all aspects of criminal defense matters.  In 1995 Mr. Gilbreth formed his own firm as a sole practitioner at his current address in Morristown, New Jersey.  Each client's case is unique and requires an individual approach.  Whether a case involves a serious crime or traffic offense, all clients receive understanding, compassion and expertise in the handling of their matter.

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About The Firm
Open Since 1995

Education 

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  • Montclair High School - Class of 1966

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  • Lafayette College - Class of 1970 - Bachelor of Arts - History​

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  • St. John's University School of Law - Class of 1973 - Juris Doctor

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Experience

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  • Law Clerk for The Honorable Joseph Halpern, Judge, Superior Court of New Jersey - Appellate Division - 1973-1974

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  • Former New Jersey Deputy Attorney General

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  • ​Former Essex County Assistant Prosecutor​

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  • Former Morris County Assistant Prosecutor

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  • Former Municipal Court Prosecutor

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Areas of Practice

Peter Gilbreth specializes in all criminal defense matters in the Superior Courts, Juvenile Courts and Municipal Courts.  He also represents attorneys on Ethics matters.

Homicide

Sex Assaults

Megan's Law

Burglary/Robbery

White Collar Crime

Fraud

Computer Crimes

Domestic Violence

Probation/Parole Violations

DWI (and all alcohol related matters)

Motor Vehicle Traffic Offenses

Expungements

Professional Law

Associations

2019 MORRIS COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION PROFESSIONAL LAWYER OF THE YEAR

2017 MORRIS COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY OF THE YEAR

Morris County Bar Association

  • ​Former President

  • Trustee Emeritus

  • Executive Committee

  • Criminal Practice Committee

  • Professionalism Committee

  • Judicial Appointments Committee

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Morris County Bar Foundation

  • Former President

  • Current Member

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