Nearly 50 Years of Fighting for Clients in Need

Drug Charges Attorney Serving

Paterson, New Jersey & the New York Metropolitan Area

Experienced Defense Against Drug Charges

Of all the nonviolent criminal charges, drug charges carry the most severe penalties. Whether you are charged with possession, distribution or some other charge, a drug charge can carry a substantial prison term, serious fines and other consequences that can affect your life for years after everything else is over.

Protect Your Future

A drug conviction can have a huge impact on the life of a young person. Apart from jail and other consequences, a drug conviction can prevent a person from being able to access financial aid for college. A criminal record can also mean difficulties securing even the most basic jobs or a lease for an apartment.

"The only way to protect your future is to put forward the strongest defense now."

Our firm helps people fight criminal charges related to possession, distribution or trafficking of the following controlled substances.

• Marijuana
• Heroin
• Cocaine
• Prescription drugs (oxycodone, fentanyl, etc.)
• Methamphetamine (crystal meth)



A strong defense may mean taking advantage of certain programs such as drug court. Drug court is designed to help people move past the problems that led them to trouble with the law while keeping a criminal conviction off their records. We will look at all possible means for building the defense you need.

More than 40 Years of Experience Fighting Criminal Charges

At The Law Offices of Joel M. Bacher, we are committed to fighting for the best possible results for those facing criminal charges. From jail to fines and the lingering damage a criminal record can do to a person’s ability to build a better life, we understand exactly why we need to beat the charges that are threatening you.

Criminal defense attorney Joel Bacher has been recognized for the quality of work he has done for his clients in New Jersey and New York over the years in his receiving a 10.0 Avvo rating.

Don’t Wait – Call Today

Do not leave your future to chance. Turn to The Law Offices of Joel M. Bacher for a skilled defense. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us. Our firm serves Paterson, New Jersey, and the surrounding areas of Newark, Hackensack and Morristown.