Randolph, NJ Criminal Law Attorney

Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle

415 State Route 10 East Suite 5 Randolph, New Jersey 07869 USA

 (973) 607-2774 or (888) 449-4913
 (973) 366-2441

www.saramcardlelaw.com
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The Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle provides legal counsel and representation to people of New Jersey. The main practice areas of the firm include divorce, child custody and visitation, post-judgment matters, DYFS cases, felony, defense, municipal court defense, DWI defense, and drivers license suspensiontraffic violations. In addition, the firm also handles cases involving domestic violence.

The Law Firm of Sara Sencer McArdle provides experienced representation in family and criminal law services to individuals and families throughout northwest New Jersey. They provide comprehensive services that include child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, post-judgment matters and obtaining orders for protection from domestic violence.

Their firm's focus on client service pays off in mutual trust and confidence in the lawyer-client relationship. Regardless of the challenges you face, they take the time to talk with you about your options and guide you through the legal system.

Practice Areas

Practice Areas Description

- Divorce

Divorce is seldom easy. The end of a marriage often involves significant emotional stress. At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we provide clients with a practical approach to reaching a divorce settlement agreement that meets their outcome goals.

- Child Custody

If you are a parent experiencing divorce, you undoubtedly have many concerns regarding child custody and visitation arrangements. You want to limit the emotional turmoil your child will experience, while building a solid foundation for their future.

- Post Judgment

Significant changes or failure to follow a judge's order can result in various post-judgment divorce matters. Generally, these matters involve child support, child custody and spousal support (alimony). At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we provide representation to people in post-judgment matters.

- Division of Youth & Family Services

The Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) in New Jersey intervenes in familial issues involving allegations of child neglect and child abuse. If you are involved in a dispute with the DYFS, you may be confused about your rights and options. Attorney Sara Sencer McArdle provides experienced and compassionate legal help to families during this time. Sara Sencer McArdle worked for the Essex County Prosecutor's Office for over twenty years.

- Parental Rights

At the Randolph, New Jersey, Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we have an intimate working knowledge of the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) and can handle both criminal defense and family law matters related to parental rights and allegations of abuse.

- Adoption

At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, attorneys Sara and Kevin McArdle are a husband and wife pair who work side by side. While we help biological and adoptive parents on a professional level, adoption has also affected us personally. We are adoptive parents ourselves, so we know firsthand the legal and emotional effects of adoption on parents.

- Termination of Parental Rights

Allegations of abuse — even false ones — can change your life forever. Most frighteningly, they can lead to termination of your parental rights and the end of your relationship with your children. They can also affect your career, preventing you from ever being a baby sitter, teacher, day care worker or guardian to another's children. They have also been known to tear families apart.

- Child Support Enforcement

In family law matters (often referred to as matrimonial matters), it is rare for a one-time legal action to settle everything forever. As families' needs change, their legal needs change as well — especially when there are children involved. It is often necessary for people to return to court for modification of existing court orders or for enforcement of those orders.

- Simple Wills

Whether you are a new parent with young children to protect or a retiree contemplating end-of-life decisions, a great deal can be said for having a will drafted. Wills bring families peace of mind, knowing that their wishes will be carried out when the time comes. While there are many "do it yourself" will kits on the market, having the benefit of a seasoned attorney who can plan for any contingency is well worth the modest cost of having your will professionally drafted.

- Guardianship

Sadly, people sometimes reach points in their lives when they are incapable of taking care of themselves and their finances. This may occur after a serious accident or late in life, when illnesses such as Alzheimer's or dementia take their toll. Regardless of how it happens, one thing is true: It is often necessary for loved ones to step in and take extra care of the people they love.

- DUI/DWI

DWI charges in New Jersey are difficult to plea bargain to speeding or reckless driving. Additionally, occupational licenses and hardship permits are not granted during an individual's driver's license suspension. These strict laws make it crucial for a person charged with drunk driving to seek experienced DWI defense. Prior to beginning her own practice, attorney Sara Sencer McArdle spent over twenty years as an Essex County Assistant Prosecutor. She is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a criminal trial attorney.

- Traffic Violations

Driving is a privilege that can affected by traffic violations and points accumulated on your driving record. Points are accumulated by many different laws in the state of New Jersey, including failure to pay child support, and convictions of certain crimes, such as possession of drugs in a motor vehicle or possession of a stolen vehicle. If you are in danger of losing your driver's license or need to fight criminal charges to ensure points are not accumulated on your record, our firm can help. At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we provide experienced defense to people facing traffic violations such as speeding tickets and other moving violations.

- Drug Possession Defense

Being charged with a drug crime such as possession of marijuana or distribution of narcotics is quite serious. Your freedom could be at stake, if convicted. A permanent criminal record could continue to affect your life for years to come. You cannot afford to risk your future over an accusation of drug possession with intent to sell, or another drug-related offense.

- Municipal Court Defense

Municipal Courts are local courts in towns and cities throughout the State of New Jersey. Municipal Courts handle "disorderly persons" charges. If you or someone you know has been charged with disorderly conduct and need experienced Municipal Court defense, attorney Sara Sencer McArdle can help.

- Juvenile Crimes Defense

Children and teenagers do not always make the best choices in life. Whether influenced by friends or through their own lack of good judgment, they may commit illegal acts. Without aggressive juvenile crimes defense, their futures could be marred by the consequences of a poor decision.

- Assault Charge Defense

The category of assault and battery crimes is widely varied, as are the consequences of conviction. Some assault and battery charges result in jail or prison time while others rarely do. Determining where you stand after being charged with a crime of assault and/or battery can be confusing.

- Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can impact entire families. For the victims of spousal abuse, it can be a painful and terrifying experience. For the accused, it can prevent a person from being able to see his or her children. For children who witness violence or have a parent accused of violence, it can be a frightening and uncertain experience.

- Felony Defense

If you or someone you know is facing a felony charge, it is important to seek help from a felony defense lawyer as soon as possible. The Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle can take immediate steps to protect your rights and seek a favorable outcome on your behalf.

- White Collar Crime Defense

Many people who find themselves under investigation for a white collar crime are not who we would typically picture as the common "criminal." They are often professionals, business owners, or corporate executives. Money presents a strong temptation. Successful people from all walks of life fall victim to the financial enticement of committing a white collar crime.

- Fraud Defense

At the Randolph, New Jersey, Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we represent people accused of many different types of fraud. As a former prosecutor, Sara McArdle is well-prepared to represent people facing fraud allegations and is dedicated to achieving the best possible results in these matters.

- Superior Court Defense

At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we represent people accused of offenses in Superior Court throughout New Jersey. Many of these charges are more serious than those faced by defendants in municipal court. That is why it is critical for Superior Court defendants to have an experienced, knowledgeable attorney on their side.

- Money Laundering Defense

Money laundering laws have been expanded in recent years and are broader than ever. What does this mean for New Jersey residents? It means that the government's power has expanded. Accordingly, more business people are being charged with money laundering crimes.

- Racketeering Defense

Racketeering occurs any time one person works with another person in an ongoing criminal enterprise. While the law was originally created to prosecute mob bosses for gambling, prostitution or drugs, it is now more frequently used to take down street gangs, which often operate in the same way as organized crime gangs.

- Forfeiture

Assets may be seized for several reasons. According to federal and New Jersey state laws, assets may be seized if they are used to facilitate the commission of a crime, if they are the proceeds of a crime or if they have been purchased with the proceeds of a crime.

- Vehicular Homicide

It happens in the blink of an eye: In mere seconds, the average law-abiding person can suddenly find himself behind the wheel in a fatal car crash. All it takes is an extra glass of wine, a slippery road or the failure to wear a seat belt.

- Homicide

If someone you love is facing homicide charges, you don't need to be told how serious the matter is. You are probably highly aware that a conviction can be life-changing and even a well-negotiated plea deal can mean years behind bars. At the Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we take these matters just as seriously as you do. We know what is at stake. Our tremendous respect for our clients drives us to aggressively pursue strong criminal defenses in homicide cases.

- Shoplifting Defense

Shoplifters are rarely hardened criminals. They are usually just people who made an error in judgment or who were in the wrong place at the wrong time. At the Randolph, New Jersey, Law Office of Sara Sencer McArdle, we understand this. Our lawyers offer confidential, non-judgmental and effective representation for people charged with shoplifting in New Jersey.

Attorneys

Mrs. Sara Sencer McArdle Attorney Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Divorce

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