Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in New Jersey and New York
Arseneault & Fassett is a professional law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation in complex legal matters. With decades of combined experience, our team of attorneys specializes in criminal defense, civil trial law, white-collar crimes, appellate practices, and regulatory compliance. We serve clients in New Jersey and New York, offering personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our proven track record of successful case outcomes and our deep understanding of both state and federal legal systems. We prioritize clear communication, strategic advocacy, and rigorous defense of client rights throughout the legal process.Our attorneys have handled over 1,000 cases, including high-profile matters involving securities fraud, cybercrime, political corruption, and healthcare fraud. We maintain strong professional affiliations and have earned recognition through AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and listings in Super Lawyers. Our practice combines trial experience with scholarly legal research to deliver effective representation in litigation and appeals. We serve both individuals and corporations, focusing on protecting client interests in criminal, civil, and regulatory contexts. Our team includes seasoned attorneys with decades of courtroom experience and specialized expertise in complex legal defense.
Services
Criminal Defense
Civil Trial Law
White-Collar Crimes
Appellate Practices
Civil Litigation
Tax Evasion Defense
Cyber Crime Defense
Consumer Protection Law
Debtor/Creditor Rights
Agriculture Law
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined legal experience in complex case defense
- Our attorneys have handled 1,000+ cases including high-profile federal matters
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's specific needs
- Our team includes AV-rated attorneys recognized in national legal directories
- We maintain a proven track record of successful outcomes in state and federal courts
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated
- Super Lawyers
Services
White-Collar Crimes
Our white-collar crime defense covers fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and regulatory violations. We protect clients' rights in investigations and prosecutions by federal agencies like the SEC and IRS. Our attorneys have decades of experience handling complex financial crime cases with a focus on minimizing personal and professional consequences.
Appellate Practices
We handle civil and criminal appeals in state and federal courts. Our team combines trial experience with legal research expertise to challenge adverse decisions. We focus on identifying legal errors and presenting clear arguments before appellate courts including the New Jersey Supreme Court and U.S. Courts of Appeals.
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice covers contract disputes, regulatory matters, and complex commercial cases. We represent clients in state and federal courts with strategies tailored to each case's specific needs. Our attorneys have extensive trial experience and focus on achieving favorable outcomes through litigation or alternative dispute resolution.
Tax Evasion Defense
We defend individuals and businesses facing tax evasion allegations from the IRS and state tax authorities. Our approach combines deep knowledge of tax law with criminal defense strategies to challenge investigations and minimize penalties while protecting client rights throughout the legal process.
Cyber Crime Defense
Our cybercrime defense covers hacking, identity theft, and online fraud allegations. We represent clients facing charges related to computer fraud and abuse statutes, focusing on technical legal defenses while addressing the complex intersection of technology and criminal law in modern prosecutions.
People
Jack Arseneault
Attorney
With over 40 years of trial experience, Jack has handled 1,000+ cases including securities fraud, cybercrime, and political corruption. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and listed in Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America.
David Fassett
Attorney
Co-founding partner with extensive experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. Specializes in complex federal cases and appellate advocacy with decades of courtroom experience in New Jersey and New York federal courts.
Greg Jones
Attorney
Experienced litigator focusing on white-collar crimes and civil disputes. Provides strategic defense in regulatory matters and complex commercial litigation with a focus on favorable case outcomes through trial or negotiation.
Laura Stuart
Attorney
Skilled attorney handling criminal defense, appellate cases, and civil litigation matters. Focuses on detailed case analysis and client advocacy in both state and federal court proceedings.
Michele Deshefy
Firm Administrator
With over 40 years in the legal field, Michele manages firm administration and client relations. She provides essential institutional knowledge and coordinates legal support for attorneys and clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Arseneault & Fassett specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, white-collar crimes, civil litigation, appellate practices, tax evasion defense, cybercrime, consumer protection, and agriculture law.
Do you handle cases in both state and federal courts?
Yes, our attorneys have extensive experience in both New Jersey state courts and federal courts including the U.S. Supreme Court and Third Circuit Court of Appeals.
What experience does your team have with appellate cases?
Our attorneys have briefed and argued numerous cases before the New Jersey Supreme Court, Appellate Division, and U.S. Courts of Appeals with a strong success record.
How do you approach complex civil litigation cases?
We combine personalized attention with strategic counsel, focusing on detailed case analysis and building strong evidentiary foundations for both plaintiffs and defendants.
What sets your white-collar crime defense apart?
Our team has handled over 1,000 cases including high-profile matters involving securities fraud, bank fraud, and political corruption with proven defense strategies.
