About Frederick P.
Frederick P — Sisto is a distinguished criminal defense attorney based in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. His practice focuses on various aspects of criminal law, including DUI and DWI cases, domestic violence, juvenile law, and white-collar crime. Admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 2007, Mr. Sisto is known for his understanding of the legal system and his commitment to defending his clients' rights. In 2006, Mr. Sisto earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers School of Law-Camden, where he graduated with Dean's List and Distinguished Service Honors. His academic achievements laid a strong foundation for his legal career.
While at Rutgers, he gained inexperience by clerking for the Honorable Judge Jane Cutler Greenspan of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and later the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. This clerkship provided him with insights into judicial processes that continue to inform his practice today. Following his clerkship, he began his legal career as an attorney for the Ocean trial region of the Office of the Public Defender. This role allowed him to represent clients in various criminal matters, honing his skills in trial advocacy. In 2009, Mr. Sisto took a significant step by founding his private practice, the Law Office of Frederick P. Sisto.
His firm handles many cases, from motor vehicle and drug offenses to serious indictable offenses, including homicides. This breadth of experience has equipped him to tackle complex legal challenges with confidence. Mr. Sisto is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney—a designation held by less than one-half of one percent of all attorneys in the state. To earn this certification, he has successfully handled at least ten jury trials to verdict, maintained good standing as a licensed New Jersey attorney for over five years. Completed numerous hours of accredited criminal trial education courses. Additionally, he passed a comprehensive examination covering various aspects of criminal trial practice, further demonstrating his expertise.
Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Sisto is an active member of the legal community. He has been a lifetime member of the NORML National Legal Committee and has lectured on criminal law and procedure topics at Ocean County College since 2008. Fluent in Spanish, he also studied abroad in Spain during his time at Rutgers, enhancing his ability to connect with clients. His offices are conveniently located at 302 Hawthorne Avenue, Suite 1, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742; 223 Drum Point Road, Suite 1, Brick Township, NJ 08723; and 2150 NJ-35, Suite 225, Sea Girt, NJ 08750. Office visits are by appointment only, ensuring personalized attention for each client.
