For Defense Attorneys • Family Law Counsel • Prosecutors
Attorney Referral Program
Refer your clients to New Jersey’s court-approved anger management program led by a Rutgers Law graduate and former public defender. Same-day enrollment. 4-hour letter turnaround. Documentation that speaks the court’s language — because it’s written by someone who practiced in your courtrooms.
Email: njangermgt@pm.me • Available 7 Days/Week
◆ Rutgers Law 2009
◆ Former Public Defender
◆ All 21 NJ Counties
◆ Since 2012
◆ 1,000+ Enrollments
Why Defense Attorneys Across New Jersey Refer to NJAMG
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Same-Day Enrollment
Your client enrolls the day they call. Letter of Enrollment issued within 4 hours — ready for your next court appearance. Our
experienced anger management specialists are efficient in enrollment and securing the first session whether in-person or live remote.
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Attorney-Grade Documentation
Certificates and progress reports written in the language NJ judges expect — by someone who practiced in the same courtrooms you appear in.
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Direct Court Verification
We verify enrollment and compliance directly with courts and probation officers. Your client’s participation is never in question.
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Live 1-on-1 Sessions
Every session is live via Zoom or
in-person — private, individual, not group. Satisfies every NJ court’s “live interactive” requirement.
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Flexible Scheduling
Sessions available 7 days/week including evenings and weekends. In-person sessions available on weekends at our
Jersey City office.
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Interim Progress Reports
Need a progress update before completion? We provide interim reports on demand — critical when court dates fall before
program end.
What Your Client Receives
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Letter of Enrollment — Issued within 4 hours of enrollment. Documents your client’s proactive enrollment in a court-approved program. Ready for your next court appearance or PTI application.
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Individualized Treatment Plan — Reviewed by our director and tailored to the specific charges, court requirements, and behavioral triggers documented in the police report.
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Private 1-on-1 Live Sessions — Every session is conducted privately with a certified anger management specialist. Not group. Not pre-recorded. Zoom or in-person at our Jersey City office.
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Interim Progress Reports — Available on demand at any point during treatment. Formatted for court submission documenting attendance, participation, curriculum covered, and behavioral observations.
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Certificate of Completion — Comprehensive documentation including: full name, program dates, total sessions completed, session format (live/in-person/hybrid), specific curriculum covered, and behavioral progress observed by the specialist.
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Direct Court Communication — We verify enrollment and compliance directly with courts, probation officers, and prosecutors upon request. Your client’s participation is never in doubt.
Client Name
[Full Legal Name]
Program Dates
[Start Date] — [Completion Date]
Total Sessions Completed
[4 / 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 Sessions]
Session Format
Live 1-on-1 [Zoom / In-Person / Hybrid]
Curriculum Covered
Anger triggers, de-escalation, cognitive reframing, communication skills, [DV-specific if applicable]
Behavioral Progress
Specialist observations of demonstrated change
Provider
New Jersey Anger Management Group
Director
Santo V. Artusa Jr., Esq. — Rutgers Law
Charges and Proceedings We Handle
We accept referrals for clients facing any charge or proceeding where anger management completion strengthens their legal position:
How to Refer a Client — 3 Steps
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Call or Email
Call 201-205-3201 or email njangermgt@pm.me with your client’s name, charge, court, and next court date. Or have your client contact us directly.
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Same-Day Enrollment
Your client enrolls the same day. We review court documents and design their treatment plan. Letter of Enrollment issued within 4 hours.
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Ongoing Coordination
We provide progress reports on demand, coordinate with the court, and issue the Certificate of Completion when your client finishes. You stay informed throughout.
Frequently Asked Questions — For Attorneys
How quickly will my client receive their Letter of Enrollment?
Within 4 hours of enrollment — often faster. The letter is ready for you to present at the next court appearance, PTI hearing, or FRO proceeding.
Is this program accepted at every NJ court?
Yes. Our program has been accepted at Municipal Courts and Superior Courts across all 21 NJ counties. We also serve clients with cases in other states who need NJ-grade documentation.
Can I get interim progress reports before my client completes the program?
Absolutely. We provide interim progress reports on demand at any point during treatment. These are formatted for court submission and document attendance, curriculum covered, and behavioral observations.
Are sessions group or individual?
All sessions are 100% private and individual — 1-on-1 with a certified anger management specialist. We do not offer group sessions. This ensures complete confidentiality and personalized treatment.
How many sessions will my client need?
Programs range from 4 to 12 sessions depending on the charge, court order, and case circumstances. Common programs: 4-6 sessions for minor charges, 8 sessions for standard anger management, 10-12 sessions for DV-related or more serious charges. We recommend the appropriate length based on your client’s specific court requirements.
Does proactive enrollment help with plea negotiations?
Consistently, yes. Judges and prosecutors across NJ view proactive enrollment as a sign of genuine accountability. Our enrollment letter and progress reports have been used successfully in Conditional Dismissal applications, PTI applications, FRO hearings, and plea negotiations throughout Hudson, Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Middlesex, and every other NJ county.
Do you offer in-person sessions?
Yes. We offer in-person 1-on-1 sessions on weekends at our Jersey City office at 121 Newark Ave Suite 301, plus live
remote sessions via Zoom 7 days/week. A hybrid model is available — in-person to start, transitioning to remote for flexibility.
Do you offer sessions in Spanish?
Yes. We provide sessions for Spanish-speaking clients — critical for cases in Union City, Elizabeth, Paterson, Perth Amboy, and other communities with large Hispanic populations.
Who runs this program?
NJAMG is directed by Santo V. Artusa Jr., Esq. — a Rutgers Law graduate (2009) and retired attorney who spent years as a public defender in the Hudson County courts. He personally reviews every client’s court documents and ensures documentation meets the specific requirements of the presiding judge and court.
This page is published by New Jersey Anger Management Group (NJAMG) for informational purposes directed at legal professionals. NJAMG is a court-approved anger management provider — not a law firm. The referral relationship described on this page is informational; NJAMG does not provide legal advice to referred clients. Program details, session counts, and timelines may vary by individual case and court requirements. Contact NJAMG directly for current program information.
