Yasmin Estrella, Criminal Defense Attorney in North Bergen, New Jersey

Yasmin concentrates on criminal defense, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yasmin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Family Law

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Yasmin's primary office is at 1 Marine Road Suite 207A, North Bergen, NJ, 07047. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yasmin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Yasmin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Yasmin for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yasmin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Yasmin offer a free consultation?

  Yasmin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yasmin's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Yasmin's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in New Jersey typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Yasmin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Yasmin take my case if I'm outside North Bergen?

  Yasmin 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 — Yasmin 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 Yasmin?

  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. Yasmin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Yasmin accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Yasmin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.