Alfred C. DeCotiis, White Collar Attorney in Paramus, New Jersey
Over 58 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Paramus, NJ
Practicing white collar in Paramus since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Alfred C. DeCotiis is an attorney based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on White Collar. Alfred has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Paramus, NJ
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- White Collar
- Handles White Collar matters from Paramus, NJ.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alfred C. DeCotiis: Alfred C. DeCotiis is an attorney based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on White Collar. Alfred has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alfred takes on
Alfred concentrates on white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alfred handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
White Collar cases in Paramus, New Jersey
Alfred takes white collar matters in Paramus, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alfred agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alfred C. DeCotiis — white collar lawyer in Paramus
Alfred C. DeCotiis is an attorney based in Paramus, NJ. The practice focuses on White Collar. Alfred has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alfred C. DeCotiis is a lawyer practicing white collar and corporate investigations. Alfred C. received a B.S. degree from Villanova University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Alfred C. practices in Paramus, NJ.
How Alfred handles white collar matters
Alfred C. DeCotiis is a lawyer practicing white collar and corporate investigations. Alfred C. received a B.S. degree from Villanova University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Alfred C. practices in Paramus, NJ.
The kind of cases Alfred takes
Alfred reviews new inquiries case-by-case for white collar matters in Paramus and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Villanova University School of Law
J.D. Honors · 1968
Villanova University
B.S. Liberal · 1965
Jurisdictions
Alfred's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court
1968 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1968 · ACTIVE
Alfred studied at J.D. Honors in Villanova University School of Law and B.S. Liberal in Villanova University.
Law school and academic background
Alfred completed J.D. Honors in Villanova University School of Law and B.S. Liberal in Villanova University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alfred runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alfred has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alfred's professional memberships and bar associations
Lacey and Herbert J
membership
DeCotiis received personal commendations for his prosecutorial achievements from the FBI Director J
membership
Edgar Hoover and from the United States Attorney General
membership
American Bar Foundation
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Locations
Alfred C. DeCotiis's office in Paramus
Alfred's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Paramus, NJ, 07652-1236. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Alfred C. DeCotiis — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Alfred. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing white collar attorneys in Paramus.
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1 client review
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How to hire Alfred C. DeCotiis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new white collar attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alfred usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alfred charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alfred's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alfred will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a white collar attorney in Paramus, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many white collar matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alfred
Alfred discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in white collar practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every white collar matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alfred confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alfred's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many white collar practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alfred C. DeCotiis
How much does it cost to hire Alfred for a white collar case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alfred walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alfred offer a free consultation?
Alfred charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alfred's office. Some white collar attorneys offer free consults — check Alfred's current terms during booking.
How long do white collar cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple white collar matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alfred gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alfred take my case if I'm outside Paramus?
Alfred is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alfred will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alfred?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alfred will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alfred accepting new white collar clients right now?
Alfred's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
White Collar attorneys serving Paramus, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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