Special Note for Fellow Lawyers who may seek Brian J. Neary's assistance
Brian J. Neary has always been known as a "lawyer's lawyer." Whether representing a fellow lawyer's client, relative, or the lawyer himself, Brian J. Neary is sensitive to the special concerns in such cases.
Brian J. Neary assists fellow lawyers with their clients in a number of ways:
- New Jersey lawyers sending their own clients for his expertise in criminal law. Brian J. Neary respects both the lawyer's relationship with their valued client. He keeps you informed and involved during the representation.
- Out of state lawyers referring a client from their own state (often joint representation of the same client with a criminal case in each respective state). Coordination is essential, especially when there may be separate sentences to be served in different states or jurisdictions.
- Joint representation of a single client. Brian J. Neary is experienced in the "dream team" concept. He understands the need for coordination and cooperation, with the constant objective of "what's best for the client." Brian J. Neary also consults on criminal cases and has even served as an expert witness on both ethics and legal malpractice.
Brian J. Neary also represents fellow lawyers who themselves face criminal charges, ethical violations, contempt hearings and subpoenas. Brian has handled lawyers from serious crimes (sexual assaults, thefts, and domestic violence situations, to name but a few) to drunk driving and harassment. The former Chairman of the District Ethics Committee, Brian J. Neary appears before bar committees and courts to defense lawyers on ethical allegations. Finally, Brian J. Neary is an expert on attorney-client privilege and attorney subpoena. Just read In the Matter of Joseph Nackson, 114 N.J. 527, 555 A.2d 1101 to see Brian J. Neary's understanding of the legal issues and commitment to lawyers and privilege.
Brian J. Neary's certification as a certified criminal trial lawyer allows him, pursuant to RG 402:5, to forward a referral fee in the appropriate case. Care is taken to explain such a financial condition to both referring lawyer and client.
