A full service law firm offering an impressive range of essential legal services.

Available services for the business client include Formation of Businesses including corporations (within New Jersey and other states), limited liability companies and proprietorships. Whether by merger or acquisition, the Transfer of Businesses is another well versed area. Wind-up of business operations and Dissolution of Corporations are also offered. Subchapter S Corporate Registration, Registration of Alternate Business Names and County Registration of Trade Names are available as well.

Preparation of Business Contracts is also available. Some often requested documents include lease agreements, buy/sell agreements, shareholder agreements, LLC operating agreements, corporate resolutions, personal guarantee of debt, notes and mortgages, purchase orders and sales agreements, internet and technology agreements, indemnification agreements, confidentiality and non-competition agreements, employment agreements, and a full array of construction industry documentation.

Other available business law services include Bankruptcy Law; applications for Trademark, Trade Name, and Copyright; Intellectual Property Law; Internet and Technology Law; and Labor and Employment Law.

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Since 1988 the firm has represented various types of commercial litigants and has maintained a state-wide practice providing civil litigation services in the Courts throughout the State of New Jersey.

We have repeatedly demonstrated the ability to successfully represent clients involved in Civil Litigation including Complex Commercial Litigation, Landlord/Tenant Disputes involving unpaid rents and other disputes, Evictions for possession of real property, Appeals both in the Courts and before Administrative Authorities, Employment Law Disputes involving wrongful discharge and unpaid compensation, and Real Estate Broker Commission Claims.

Other types of matters offered are Cases Involving Injunctive Relief. These often involve emergency applications seeking restraining orders in order to avoid irreparable harm to one of the parties. Such lawsuits most often are commenced by Order to Show Cause and involve the delivery of legal services on an expedited basis. Len has handled many cases involving Temporary Restraining Orders that require the ability to respond quickly to circumstances in order to serve clients within an unusually short and demanding time frame while at the same time maintaining the highest professional standards of legal care.

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We have represented virtually every type of construction industry client: general contractors, specialty subcontractors, material manufacturers, material suppliers, construction sureties, architects, engineers, real estate developers, governmental agencies, commercial and residential property owners and tenants.

We are well versed in Civil Litigation arising out of Construction disputes which often involves multiple-party disputes where litigants present multi-tiered claims in the context of complex technical issues involving numerous witnesses, hundreds of documents and expert reports and testimony. We have extensive experience in various forms of alternate dispute resolution mechanisms including Arbitration of Claims utilizing such forums as the American Arbitration Association, privately retained Arbitrators (such as retired former Superior Court Judges), and mandatory non-binding arbitration process within the Courts. He also represents clients using private Mediation to resolve Construction Disputes.

Another service available is preparation, filing and court enforcement of Construction Lien Claims including residential property liens, commercial project liens, and public project liens filed under the Municipal Lien Law. Additionally we handle Construction Bond and Surety Claims as well as disputes arising out of Public Bidding Matters.

Another mainstay service has been preparation of construction documentation from the simple to the complex for clients of virtually every segment of the construction industry. We have years of experience Drafting Construction Agreements and working closely with client’s preparing Contracts between Owner and Contractor, between Contractor and Subcontractor, Contracts for Purchase of Construction Materials, Joint Venture Agreements, Change Order forms, Indemnification Agreements, Design-Build Agreements, etc.

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We represent criminal defendants in both Municipal Courts and the Superior Court of New Jersey including criminal appeals, DUI/DWI, drug crimes, traffic violations, applications for pretrial intervention, and Expungements.

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Collection of Debt is among the very strongest of our litigation offerings. This area includes the full array of post-judgment debt collection services including bank account levies and seizures, wage garnishments, attachment and seizure of accounts receivable, and other legal procedures to collect monies against judgments entered such as supplementary proceedings.

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We have represented both employers and employees in various types of employment related lawsuits and non-litigation situations. Our well-rounded experience from both points of view have provided our clients, whether employees or employers, with effective and insightful employment law advice.

For example, we represent clients from all over the nation in New Jersey State and Federal Courts. We also represent clients before administrative agencies including New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, Merit Review Board, Wage and Hour Division, OSHA, EEOC, and the NLRB. We also represent clients in mediation and arbitration hearings.

We have represented both employees and employers in disputes involving discrimination and wrongful termination issues.

We also provide for businesses management and employee counseling, training seminars and workshops on every aspect of the employment process. Unique corporate programs can be developed to suit individual client needs. Available program topics include:

  • Cost Effective Performance Appraisals
  • Preventing Discrimination Litigation
  • Employee Discipline
  • Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Avoiding Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
  • Whistleblower Laws
  • Effective Interviewing / Recruiting
  • Avoiding Wrongful Termination Claims
  • Effective Managing and Manager Training
  • Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Testing
  • ACT Training on Preventing Unionization / Improving Communications
  • Dealing with various Difficult Employee Issues

We also prepare of Employee Handbooks and Personnel Policies to help protect companies and inform employees of their rights and obligations.

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Family law services available include representation in Family Court for Divorce, drafting and negotiation of family related contracts including Prenuptial Agreements and Property Settlement Agreements, as well as contested Divorce matters and Annulments.

Experienced counsel regarding Custody cases, including interstate Custody matters, Domestic Violence and Temporary Restraining Orders and Child Support and Child Emancipation issues.

Certified Divorce Mediator available for Divorce Mediation.

Post-Judgment Motions and modification of Divorce Judgments and Court Orders handled by experienced attorneys.

Palimony and related matters handled by the firm, as well as DYFS matters, including Guardianships and Termination of Parental Rights.

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We have represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants in Personal Injury cases involving motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries and workplace injuries in the New Jersey Courts.

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We have successfully represented clients in hundreds of real estate related matters and transactions with an exemplary record of client satisfaction in both Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Among the many real estate services available (both residential and commercial) are Preparation of Leases, Mortgage Refinance, Purchase and Sale of Real Properties, and representation of clients regarding Condominium Apartments and Co-Operative Apartments.

We have represented both lenders and borrowers in Mortgage Foreclosure cases. Also we provide preparation of agreements establishing, maintaining and relating to Easements and Rights of Way. Drafting and filing of Notes and Mortgages.

Clients seeking Zoning and Planning approvals before local Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of Adjustment have been successfully represented, including Applications seeking Zoning Variances. We have represented applicants seeking approvals ranging from the expansion of a single family home to the new development of a large scale retail shopping mall.

We also offer services in the area of Condominium Law including drafting of all documentation necessary for the development of condominium projects as well as the subsequent maintenance of condominium association documents.

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The practice offers an impressive variety of estate related services. These include Preparation of Wills, Preparation of Powers of Attorney, and Preparation of Advance Directives Regarding Health Care (often referred to as Living Wills).

Families have been represented regarding handling of Settlement of Decedent’s Estates, as well as applications in Court seeking Guardianship and Incompetency. Additionally, we have represented clients in Probate Court actions involving distribution of estate assets, as well as actions to compel accounting of estate assets.

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Our Workers’ compensation practice represents clients who have suffered workplace injury. Workers’ Compensation is a no-fault insurance system that provides medical benefits to injured workers, compensates for some of their lost wages and, in many cases, also compensates for their injury. It also provides death benefits to dependents of workers who have died as a result of their employment.

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Other areas that we have assisted our clients with include Applications for Change of Name and New and Used Car Claims under the Lemon Law.

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Business Law, Civil Litigation, Construction Law, Criminal Law, Debt Collection, Divorce and Family Law, Real Estate & Wills and Estates

Contact us today at 973-837-1488 to schedule a free consultation.