Darren M. Gelber is a distinguished criminal defense attorney and Chair of the Criminal Law Team at Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., specializing in criminal, white-collar, and regulatory litigation. With over 25 years of experience, he stands out as a Supreme Court of New Jersey Certified Criminal Trial Attorney—a certification held by only 250 lawyers statewide—and has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America for his exceptional work.
His practice is distinguished by a comprehensive approach to defending clients in both federal and state courts, as well as before administrative agencies. He represents individuals, businesses, licensed professionals, and corporate clients in high-stakes cases ranging from homicide and complex white-collar crimes to Medicaid fraud and professional licensing disputes. Darren’s background as a former Assistant District Attorney in Bronx, NY, provides him with unique insight into prosecution strategies, enhancing his effectiveness in internal investigations, trial advocacy, and appellate practice.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense & White-Collar Litigation
- White-Collar Crime & Investigations
- Appellate Practice
- Health Law
- Cannabis Law
- Medicaid/Medicare Fraud Investigations and Defense
- Administrative and Licensing Hearings
- Regulatory Litigation
- Subpoena Compliance
- Internal Investigations
- Representation of Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacists, and Licensed Professionals
- Defense in Criminal and Administrative Investigations
Darren is admitted to practice in New Jersey, New York, multiple U.S. District Courts, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. He is an active member of several bar associations, including the Middlesex and Monmouth County Bar Associations, and has served as past-President of the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey. His practice is supported by a record of significant appellate wins and successful case resolutions in both criminal and civil regulatory matters.
