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Phone: Address: 60 Park Pl Suite 1101, 07102 Coordinates: 40.738275,-74.168906 Education: Rutgers University, Bachelor of Arts, 1981 Achievements: "Attorney of the Year" by the Newark Policeman's Benevolent Association (PBA), 1994 AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell Honored by the Italian Tribune News as "Italian American of the Year", 1997 Included in the "Super Lawyers" list, 2005 - Present Columbian Foundation as "Humanitarian of the Year", 2006; AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell Honored by the Italian Tribune News as "Italian American of the Year", 1997 Included in the "Super Lawyers" list, 2005 - Present Columbian Foundation as "Humanitarian of the Year", 2006; Honored by the Italian Tribune News as "Italian American of the Year", 1997 Included in the "Super Lawyers" list, 2005 - Present Columbian Foundation as "Humanitarian of the Year", 2006; Included in the "Super Lawyers" list, 2005 - Present Columbian Foundation as "Humanitarian of the Year", 2006; Columbian Foundation as "Humanitarian of the Year", 2006 Bio: Anthony Pope is the founding partner of Anthony Pope Law in Newark, New Jersey. With a legal career spanning four decades, he has solidified his reputation as one of the most formidable trial attorneys in the tri-state area. His practice is defined by a dual mastery of personal injury law and criminal defense, providing elite representation to those facing the most significant challenges of their lives. A lifelong New Jersey advocate, Mr. Pope earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in 1981, followed by his Juris Doctor from Rutgers University Law School in Newark five years later. His deep roots in the Newark legal community are matched by an expansive jurisdictional reach; he is admitted to practice in New Jersey (1986), the District of Columbia (1996) and New York (1997), and is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. Mr. Pope’s professional distinctions place him at the pinnacle of the legal field. He is a certified criminal trial attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey’s Board on Trial Attorney Certification – a designation held by only a small fraction of attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional experience, education and skill in the courtroom. Furthermore, he is peer-review rated Distinguished* through Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his high ethical standards and professional ability as recognized by his peers. His commitment to the profession is evidenced by his active involvement in several prestigious organizations, including: The New Jersey Bar Association The New York State Bar Association The D.C. Bar The United States Court of Appeals Bar Whether defending high-profile criminal cases or litigating complex personal injury claims, he combines veteran experience with a confident, strategic approach. He remains a dedicated champion for justice, ensuring that every client benefits from the highest level of legal advocacy and institutional knowledge. *AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.