At National Security Law Firm (NSLF), we know an expungement isn’t just about filing paperwork — it’s about securing your future. Most people assume that once the judge signs the order, their record is gone. Unfortunately, that’s rarely the case.

The Problem with “Typical” Expungements

Here’s what most lawyers do:

  • File your petition

  • Serve the expungement order on the agencies

  • Call it a day

The problem? That’s not enough.

👉 Our audits show that 25–30% of New Jersey government agencies fail to update their databases — even after receiving an expungement order. This means your expunged record can still appear on public sites like the New Jersey Municipal Court Case Search or PROMIS/Gavel, two commonly searched databases used by employers and landlords.

And it doesn’t stop there. Dozens of private background check companies — TruthFinder, Checkr, Sterling, and more — continue distributing outdated information. Unless your attorney takes the extra step of notifying them (which most don’t, or charge extra if they do), your record can still show up on job, housing, or loan applications.

This is why so many people come to us frustrated, saying:
“I paid for an expungement, but my record is still showing up.”

🔹 How We Do It Differently

At NSLF, led by Karen Howell, Esq., our work doesn’t stop when the court order is signed. We fight to make sure your record is actually gone — everywhere.

Government Database Follow-Up
If a government database still shows your record, we chase it down — calls, letters, even escalation to court administrators if necessary.

Private Background Check Notifications
Included free — most firms charge extra or do not even offer this service. We directly notify the major private background check companies so your record disappears from their systems.

Lifetime Record Removal Guarantee
We fight for you as long as it takes. Even years later, if your record resurfaces online, we step in and demand its removal — at no cost to you.

Money-Back Refund Guarantee
We are the only firm in New Jersey that backs your expungement with a 100% refund promise if denied (as long as your record is fully disclosed). No hidden conditions. No fine print.

Everything Included with Our Expungement Service

  • Petition preparation, drafting, and filing

  • Government database follow-up and error correction

  • Private background check notifications

  • Ongoing record monitoring with lifetime support

  • Refund guarantee if denied*

  • Non-certified court records for your file

  • Direct handling by Karen Howell, Esq., one of New Jersey’s most trusted expungement lawyers

  • Responsive updates and case monitoring throughout the process

🔹 Our Flat, All-Inclusive Expungement Pricing

We keep pricing simple, transparent, and risk-free.

✅ Standard Expungement (Most Cases)

  • $1,500 for your primary arrest/conviction

  • +$200 for each additional arrest or offense (including dismissed, juvenile, out-of-state, or previously expunged offenses — all must be disclosed)

📌 Most clients fall into this category.

✅ Special-Case Expungements (Less Common)

Faster Results with Expedited Expungements

Normally, New Jersey expungements take close to a year to process. But as of April 2025, a new statewide legal settlement allows eligible clients to request expedited handling by the NJ State Police — if it’s filed correctly up front.

At NSLF, we offer a flat-fee expedited expungement service that can shorten the wait and get your record cleared faster. This is the fastest legal path available in New Jersey for job, licensing, and housing needs.

👉 Learn more about expedited expungements.

✅ Flexible Payment Plans

We know many clients seeking expungements are unemployed or underemployed because of their record. That’s why we offer easy monthly payment options through Pay Later by Affirm:

  • Spread payments over 3, 6, 12, or 24 months

  • Checking eligibility won’t affect your credit score

  • Example: A $1,500 expungement = just $65/month

🔹 Why Choose National Security Law Firm?

✔ We go beyond the court order — fixing errors others ignore
✔ We notify private background check companies for free
✔ We provide lifetime record removal support
✔ We’re the only NJ expungement firm with a money-back guarantee
✔ All fees are flat-rate and all-inclusive
✔ Every case is personally handled by Karen Howell, Esq.
✔ We handle expungements in Essex, Gloucester, Middlesex, and every county in New Jersey
✔ We serve clients statewide and nationwide

We’re Trusted With More Expungements in New Jersey Than Any Other Law Firm.

Expungement Resource Hub

Want to dig deeper? We’ve built the largest expungement library in New Jersey, answering every question you may have:

Visit our New Jersey Expungement Information Hub for guides, FAQs, and step-by-step help.

Our Expungement Guarantee

The term “guaranteed” in our advertisements refers only to our refund policy, not to any guaranteed legal outcome. All legal cases are inherently unpredictable, and results cannot be assured.

Here’s what our guarantee means in practice:

  • If your expungement is denied, you will receive a 100% refund of our legal fee

  • The guarantee applies solely to the refund, not the case outcome

  • If your petition is denied because you failed to disclose your full criminal history, the guarantee does not apply

This guarantee is unique in New Jersey expungement law — designed to give you peace of mind when choosing us.

✅ Ready to Clear Your Record?

Every day your record stays public is another day you could lose out on a job, housing, or peace of mind. Don’t wait — the sooner you act, the sooner you move forward.

✔ Quick.
✔ Easy.
✔ Risk-Free.

📅 Schedule a Free Consultation Now

What Our Clients Say

We’re proud to be one of New Jersey’s most highly rated expungement law firms, trusted by thousands across the state.

👉 Read our 5-star Google Reviews.

⚡ NSLF doesn’t just file expungements. We erase your record everywhere it matters.