About Douglas

Douglas Herring is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Princeton, New Jersey. With over 20 years of experience in criminal and municipal defense, he is known for providing robust legal representation. Herring earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles in 1996. Prior to that, he obtained his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Washington University in St. Louis in 1991. His educational background laid a strong foundation for a career dedicated to the details of criminal law. He is admitted to practice in both California and New Jersey.

This lets the attorney serve clients. Before establishing his own practice, Mr. Herring gained inexperience as a Deputy District Attorney in Los Angeles. During his tenure, he was assigned to the Hardcore Gang Unit in Compton, where he handled serious criminal cases involving gang-related activities. This role gave him firsthand knowledge of the challenges faced in prosecuting violent crimes. Following his time in Los Angeles, he transitioned to federal service as an Assistant United States Attorney in the District of New Jersey. In this capacity, he managed cases in Newark and Trenton, further enhancing his understanding of the criminal justice system.

After his federal service, Herring continued to build his legal expertise as an Assistant Prosecutor in Middlesex County, New Jersey. He was responsible for managing cases from initial charging through jury trials, which provided him with a comprehensive view of the prosecution process. This extensive background in prosecution has proven beneficial in his current role as a defense attorney. He now applies this knowledge to advocate for his clients, with a focus on protecting client rights. The Law Office of Douglas Herring, located at 475 Wall Street, Princeton, NJ 08540, handles many criminal cases. His firm specializes in DUIs, drug offenses, violent crimes, theft, white-collar crimes, juvenile offenses, and domestic violence. Additionally, Herring offers expungement services to help clients clear their criminal records.

He provides free initial consultations, making his services accessible to those in need — Potential clients can reach him at (609) 566-9686. Mr. Herring is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association and the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey. He is also affiliated with the New Jersey State Bar Association, the Middlesex County Bar Association, the Mercer County Bar Association, and the Somerset County Bar Association. His commitment to professional development is evident in his recognition by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney in New Jersey. Having conducted over 100 jury trials, Herring has garnered numerous positive client testimonials, emphasizing his aggressive representation and attentive approach. For more information about his practice, visit his firm's website.

Education

Loyola Law School, Los Angeles

J.D. (1996)

1996

Washington University in St. Louis

B.A. (1991)

1991

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Law Office of Douglas Herring

Accepted Jurisdictions

California
New Jersey

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey U.S. District Court
Superior Court of New Jersey State Trial Court
California State Courts State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Defense Municipal Defense

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appeal

Professional Associations

American Bar Association

has membership Current

Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey

has membership Current

New Jersey State Bar Association

has membership Current

Middlesex County Bar Association

has membership Current

Mercer County Bar Association

has membership Current

Somerset County Bar Association

has membership Current