Richard J. Sapinski
Newark, NJ
Trusted criminal defense attorney serving Newark.
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Richard J. Sapinski is an attorney based in Newark, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
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- Newark, NEW JERSEY
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- Criminal Defense · Tax · Tax Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense, Tax, and Tax Litigation matters from Newark, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).
About Richard J. Sapinski: Richard J. Sapinski is an attorney based in Newark, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
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About Richard J. Sapinski
Richard J. Sapinski’s practice involves white collar defense on both federal and state levels and civil and criminal tax litigation, as well as international tax reporting and compliance issues. Before entering private practice, Mr. Sapinski was employed by the IRS Office of the District Counsel as a Trial Attorney (1977-1984) and later as a Special Trial Attorney (international) with the IRS Office of Regional Counsel, Mid-Atlantic Region (1985-1987).
Credentials
Education
New York University
LL.M (Taxation)
Fordham University
J.D.
Seton Hall University
B.A.
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New Jersey, New Jers
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Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
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Richard J. Sapinski focuses on Criminal Defense, Tax, Tax Litigation, and White Collar.
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Richard J. Sapinski primarily serves clients in Newark, New Jersey.
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