Because real estate and business transactions do not always turn out the way we intend, planning and being prepared for litigation are essential. The first step in doing that is to have an experienced litigator looking out for and protecting your best interests.

As attorneys, we have extensive experience and success with protecting the interests of my clients in courtrooms throughout New Jersey. Because we also respect my clients' time and expense and work to handle these real estate and business-related disputes as efficiently and economically as possible.

We handle commercial litigation related to:
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate
Landlord-Tenant Law
Condominium Law
Developers, Land Use, and Zoning
Corporate and Business Law
Contract disputes
Homeowners-contractor disputes
Defending against real estate brokers' claims
Collections on behalf of homeowner's associations and brokers

Whatever your specific situation involves, our experience and understanding of real estate law and business law and the day-to-day practice of both, gives us a unique perspective and beneficial knowledge inside the courtroom. If you are facing the prospect of litigation, it is important that you talk to an accomplished Northern New Jersey commercial litigation lawyer as soon as possible.

Commercial Litigation
Litigation can have a significant impact on a company's ability to achieve its business objectives. We help companies doing business in New Jersey and New York that are involved in commercial litigation assess their options and make decisions consistent with their goals. We have represented companies in complex litigation matters and alternative dispute resolution proceedings across a broad range of industries.

We are effective in virtually every type of general business litigation, including disputes regarding:
Contract Review Process
Dissolution
Minority shareholders
Intellectual Property
Partnership Disputes
Wrongful termination - employer and employee
Foreclosure
Insurance coverage
Construction
Collections
Consumer fraud
Unfair competition

Our knowledge, experience and training in business and commercial law are supported by our proactive style. When handling a business dispute for a client, we do not promote unnecessary business litigation, but are mindful that there are times to engage in a legal battle and will do so if it is in the best interest of our client. We have represented clients in a wide range of contract law disputes, including those involving contracts for employment, breach of real estate contract, limited liability company contract, land contract and many others. When representing a company in commercial litigation we never encourage a client to accept an unsatisfactory compromise and if it becomes necessary, we will vigorously pursue a claim to the fullest extent possible.
Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for your business.

Business Litigation
New York / New Jersey Business Transaction Attorney
There are various forms of business organizations available to those who wish to enter into a business venture in New York or New Jersey. Based on our extensive experience, we will provide counsel in selecting and creating the proper business organization that will best meet your needs.

We are experienced in preparing and filing all the required documents for a variety of business entities, including:
Sole proprietorships
Limited Partnerships
Limited Liability Partnerships
General Partnerships
Subchapter S Corporations
"Regular" "C" Corporations
Limited Liability Companies ("LLCs")
Not for Profit Organizations
Closely Held Businesses
Family Limited Partnerships

We will analyze your situation carefully, point out available options and develop a plan of action to achieve your goals. No matter how complex your needs, we are available to provide comprehensive and cost-effective solutions suited to your business goals.

Depending on your circumstances we can advise you on:
The advantages and disadvantages of forming a corporation or an LLC
The differences between a corporation and an LLC
The jurisdiction in which your business entity should be formed
The necessity of a registered agent
Ownership and management structures
The advantages and disadvantages of creating a C corporation or an S corporation
When you need a business transaction attorney who speaks your language and can bridge the gap between your legal and business concerns, contact us. We can put our experience to work for you.

Commercial Disputes
Our commercial disputes litigators focus on contract and commercial disputes, business torts, unfair business practices and other business litigation. Our commercial disputes trial team is recognized for its ability to successfully try cases involving a wide variety of legal issues.

Personal Injuries
If you or a close family member have been injured as the result of the negligence or carelessness of the operator of a motor vehicle or other persons, then you may be able to sue for your "pain and suffering" and permanent impairment or disability.

Slip and fall
We have had great success in handling these types of cases so that our clients have obtained compensation for their injuries. Even when people are careful and are looking where they are going they can slip, trip and fall resulting in serious bodily injury. When that happens, it often takes an experienced lawyer with a team of experts (engineers, architects, and safety experts) to evaluate and determine the cause of the fall and locate the liable party.

Automobile accidents
Recent changes in the insurance laws may limit your right to bring a claim for "pain and suffering" in accidents caused by automobiles. We can help review your Automobile Liability insurance policy and explain which coverage you have and how to avoid limitations on your right to recover for your damages in the event of an auto collision. Often a few minor changes in the Coverage Selection can make all the difference between being fairly compensated and not being able to make a recovery.

Family
When people get married they do so with the hope that it will last forever, but the reality is that over 50% of marriages end up in Divorce. With divorce rates being so high these days, a competent attorney must be familiar with family law issues such as separation, custody, support and visitation. Many couples, first timers as well as those already having been divorced, are now entering into Prenuptial Agreements, which can settle issues before they even come up. We have experience in negotiating and preparing such documents.

Restrictive Covenants
A restrictive covenant is a legal obligation imposed in a deed by the seller upon the buyer of real estate to do or not to do something. Such restrictions frequently "run with the land" and are enforceable on subsequent buyers of the property. Examples might be to maintain a property in a reasonable state of repair, to preserve a sight-line for a neighboring property, not to run a business from a residence, or not to build on certain parts of the property.

Estate
At common law, an estate is the totality of the legal rights, interests, entitlements and obligations attaching to property. In the context of wills and probate, it refers to the totality of the property which the deceased owned or in which some interest was held. It may also refer to an estate in land.

Business Transactions
We recognize that in transactional matters, time is of the essence. Because we run our own small business, our experienced lend themselves to a pragmatic approach to your business objectives. We know how a business runs and we understand the difference between a business decision and a legal decision. Because we have worked with business owners and managers for years, we know how to study a problem from a business perspective. As such, we will assist you in:
Documenting and advising clients in real estate purchase/sale contracts, commercial leasing, zoning and municipal matters including subdivisions, variances, special permits, and related appeals, Buying and selling businesses and business interests, including stock and asset purchases and sales, management and leveraged buyouts, and mergers; management of due diligence investigations from buyer and seller perspectives Structuring and documenting clients' choice of business entity

Developing alternative forms of ownership and management of the start-up entity, including: voting and non-voting common stock, convertible preferred stock, warrants and similar rights; and specialized LLC provisions

Drafting and reviewing employment, stock option, employee nondisclosure, non-competition, and non-solicitation agreements Drafting and reviewing stockholder agreements, including cross-purchase, redemption, insurance-funded buyout, voting trusts

When you need a business lawyer who speaks your language and can bridge the gap between your legal and business concerns, contact us. We can put our experience to work for you.
If you are looking for business lawyers who know business law and commercial litigation inside and out, you need look no further. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you.