Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Northern New Jersey
Established in 1985, our law firm provides comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and businesses across northern New Jersey. With decades of experience in real estate law, estate planning, municipal court defense, and expungement proceedings, we prioritize client advocacy through personalized attention and strategic representation. Our practice combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to transparency, ensuring clients receive actionable guidance and unwavering support throughout every case. We maintain active memberships in the New Jersey and Morris County Bar Associations, reinforcing our dedication to professional excellence and community service. 
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Estate Planning
Municipal Court Defense
Expungement Services
Will Preparation
Title Issue Resolution
Contract Negotiations
Traffic Violation Defense
Healthcare Proxies
Powers of Attorney
Highlights and features
- We provide over 35 years of experience in New Jersey legal practice.
- Our team offers personalized attention to every client's unique circumstances.
- We maintain active memberships in state and local bar associations.
- Our practice emphasizes transparent communication and ethical representation.
- We handle complex legal matters with proven expertise in real estate and estate planning.
What people say
Highly recommend
Responsive and professional
Smooth transactions
Thorough and detail-oriented
Exceeded expectations
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Comprehensive legal support for residential real estate transactions, including contract negotiations, title issue resolution, and closing document preparation. We guide clients through purchase, sale, and refinance processes with meticulous attention to detail. Our expertise ensures compliance with New Jersey regulations while protecting client interests throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Estate Planning
Customized estate planning services encompassing wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare proxies. We help clients establish clear directives for asset distribution and medical decision-making. Our approach balances legal precision with compassionate counsel to create enforceable documents that reflect individual wishes and family needs.
Municipal Court Defense
Representation in municipal courts for traffic violations and disorderly persons offenses. We develop strategic defenses to minimize penalties and protect driving records. Our experience with local court procedures enables effective negotiation and advocacy for favorable case outcomes.
Expungement Services
Legal assistance with expungement petitions for criminal records, including document preparation and court appearances. We navigate the complex expungement process to help clients achieve eligibility and secure fresh starts. Services include agency communication and opposition resolution to maximize petition success.
Will Preparation
Drafting legally sound wills to ensure proper asset distribution and guardianship arrangements. We provide clear guidance on testamentary requirements and estate planning considerations. Our process includes document review and execution support to create enforceable, personalized estate directives.
People
Tanya L. Simon
Attorney at Law
Admitted to practice in New Jersey and Colorado since 1985, Tanya L. Simon brings over 35 years of legal experience to real estate, estate planning, and municipal court matters. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Rutgers University and University of Colorado School of Law, she combines academic excellence with practical advocacy. Her community involvement includes founding NJ Lawyers in Defense of Animals and serving on Darfur humanitarian initiatives.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, estate planning, municipal court defense, and expungement services in northern New Jersey.
How experienced is your firm with real estate transactions?
Since 1985, we've handled thousands of residential real estate matters including complex title issues and contract negotiations.
Can you assist with urgent legal matters?
We prioritize timely responses but cannot guarantee emergency availability outside regular business hours.
What makes your estate planning services unique?
We combine legal expertise with personalized consultations to create comprehensive, easily understood estate directives.
How do you communicate with clients during transactions?
We use phone, email, and in-person meetings to maintain clear communication throughout every legal process.
