ANTHONY N. PICILLO
Anthony N. Picillo is a trial attorney that has been representing clients for over 30 years securing justice for the injured. Anthony founded the Law Offices of Anthony N. Picillo in 1993 and from day one his meticulous attention to detail and straightforward approach have helped clients find their case less confusing and intimidating. Having started out in his career representing insurance companies on the defense side, Anthony has a keen understanding of what it takes to prepare a case from inception to a successful outcome. Anthony represents injured people whether due to a motor vehicle crash, a trip and fall accident, medical malpractice, a job-site accident, or any other cause attributable to a disregard for his client’s safety. Anthony has litigated and settled thousands of cases. Some of his recent highlights include $1,300,000 for an auto accident that took place in a school parking lot and $925,000 for slip and fall in a grocery store. Over the course of his lengthy career practicing law he has also handled other matters including family law, DWI/DUI, real estate, land use planning and municipal court cases. He has formerly served as a Public Defender in the West Orange Municipal Court and as the Public Advocate for Planning and Zoning Boards for the Township of West Orange.
Anthony graduated from Seton Hall University with a B.S. degree from the Stillman School of Business and graduated from the University of New Hampshire School of Law in 1991. He is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and in the United States District Court of New Jersey. He is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and the American Association for Justice.
Anthony lives in West Caldwell with his wife Lisa and three children. In his spare time he enjoys golf and skiing. He is a former college baseball player and was inducted into the West Orange Athletic Hall of Fame in 2000. His commitment to community service and love of sports has led to him serving as a coach and director in various youth athletic leagues for over 30 years in baseball, football and wrestling. He has also coached in high school and is a certified Parisi Speed School coach.
WHY CHOOSE
ANTHONY N. PICILLO
Why Clients Choose Our Firm:
Personal injury cases are stressful—medical bills arrive, calls from adjusters start, and it’s hard to know what to do next. Our firm takes a hands-on approach: we listen, explain your options in plain language, and outline a plan you can trust. From gathering records to dealing with insurers, we handle the details so you can focus on getting better.
You’ll get direct access to your attorney and team, regular check-ins, and timely answers to your questions. We’re a bilingual office, and we know the roads, hospitals, and courts throughout North Jersey. Whether your case resolves through negotiation or litigation, we prepare carefully and communicate each step.
Personal injury cases are stressful—medical bills arrive, calls from adjusters start, and it’s hard to know what to do next. Our firm takes a hands-on approach: we listen, explain your options in plain language, and outline a plan you can trust. From gathering records to dealing with insurers, we handle the details so you can focus on getting better.
You’ll get direct access to your attorney and team, regular check-ins, and timely answers to your questions. We’re a bilingual office, and we know the roads, hospitals, and courts throughout North Jersey. Whether your case resolves through negotiation or litigation, we prepare carefully and communicate each step.
- Hands-on guidance from day one
- Direct access to your attorney
- Early evidence preservation
- Local knowledge that saves time
- No fee unless we recover*
- Bilingual support
- Clear timelines and expectations
- Coordinated care and documentation
Day One Decisions
Can Define Your Case
Starting strong matters. The first days after an injury are when critical evidence can be preserved—or lost. Photos of the scene and vehicles, surveillance footage, 911 audio, witness names, medical records, and even electronic data (event data recorders/“black boxes,” ELDs, phone logs) can shape liability and damages. Preserving this material early helps establish what happened, who’s responsible, and how the injury affects your health, work, and daily life.
The right personal injury attorney coordinates this process from day one: sending preservation (“spoliation”) letters, securing scene and vehicle inspections, collecting medical documentation, managing insurance communications, and tracking expenses and lost wages. You’ll get clear guidance on what to document, which deadlines apply, and how to avoid common pitfalls—so you can focus on treatment while your case is built the right way.
The right personal injury attorney coordinates this process from day one: sending preservation (“spoliation”) letters, securing scene and vehicle inspections, collecting medical documentation, managing insurance communications, and tracking expenses and lost wages. You’ll get clear guidance on what to document, which deadlines apply, and how to avoid common pitfalls—so you can focus on treatment while your case is built the right way.
WHY DON'T WE TALK?
Injured in New Jersey? Tell us what happened. We’ll listen, explain your rights, and outline a plan to move forward.
Injured in New Jersey? After an accident, questions pile up. Get clear answers about your rights, medical bills, and next steps. We explain your options—clearly and concisely in an easy to understand way.
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