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Law Office of Daniel B. Shapiro

101 Park Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
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Phone: (973) 746-8662 | Fax: 973-460-8600
http://www.bishopshapirolaw.com

Real Estate & Business Law: Contracts and Litigation

Types of Cases
Firm Focus & History
Practice & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Business Law

Sub-Topics

Business Litigation

Legal Topic

Real Estate Law

Number of Attorneys

I am a solo practioner

State Licensed In

New Jersey and New York

Firm Focus

Real Estate and Business Litigation and Transactions, Real Estate and Landlord Tenant matters. I represent owners of small to medium size businesses, builders, Managers and Real Estate Owners and help them through important and difficult issues. I also assist individuals and businesses buy and sell residential and investment properties and businesses. When mounting or defending a lawsuit or closing a business or real estate transaction, it is the quality of the attorney and the facts of your case and not the size of the firm that matters.

Our firm handles the following types of business law cases:
Business Entity Formation
Collection Cases
Legal Defense
Arbitration
Leasing
Financing
Buying and Selling
Closely Held Businesses
Limited Liability Companies
Not for Profit Formation
Negotiating Payments and Settlements
Breach of Contract
Contract Disputes
Contract Drafting and Review
Employment Contracts
Non-Compete Contracts
Secured Transactions
Commercial Construction Contracts
Construction Disputes
Mechanic's Liens

Firm History

I opened my practice in 1995 and help small to medium size companies and individuals with real estate and business problems.

Activities and Awards

I am an avid cyclist and swimmer and father of three children, I have been a presenter at real estate seminars and I have an avid interest in real estate and business law. I also have an MBA and have worked in private business.

Example Cases

Represented real estate developer in collecting significant damages from engineering firm that failed to obtain permission to build over water main which stalled a multifamily development; Represented contractor whose contract to construct a house of worship was unfairly terminated; represented Catering company in recovering damages arising from broken contracts, represented individuals targeted by condominium developer who engaged in fraudulent activities, represented restaurant owners and child care facility owners in purchases and sales and formation of LLC’s and Non-Profit 501(c)(3) formation.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I welcome a healthy dialogue with clients who have taken steps to become more familiar with their legal issues.

Are your attorneys willing to review documents prepared by clients?

No. I wish to take full responsibility for documents and therefore prepare them myself.

Are your attorneys willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

No.

Are your attorneys willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

I will depend on the part of the case that the clients asks me to help him or her with.

What are your policies about dividing work among the firm's partners, associates, and paralegals to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

I prefer to handle the matter from beginning to end by myself. I am a solo practitioner.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Often the court will make mediation mandatory. Arbitration is usually entered into when there is a contract which requires it. It can be as or more expensive than litigation.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

I participate on a regular basis in volunteer activities in my local community.

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

When I take a case I extensively explore and understand its facts and assemble the evidence as soon as possible. I also research the law extensively. Early mastery of the facts and law is essential. Often cases are fact driven and I have been able to achieve superior results by mastering facts to an extent that goes beyond what is typically achieved. My closely held business background also gives me an understanding of legal and factual issues. Being well organized, transactions run smoothly and clients are protected from contract formation to closing.

Office Manager/Assistant

Fax

973-460-8600

Office Hours

9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, evening appointments available.
For emergencies simply call or e-mail me and I will receive it on my blackberry. I can arrange to meet after normal business hours.

Emergency After Hours

Foreign Languages

English

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

I consider a fixed price for real estate transactions and tenancy matters.

Hourly Rates

$250.00 per hr.

Free Initial Consultation?

I offer a free twenty minute telephone or in person consultation. I also offer a one hour consultation for a $100 fee.

Typical Retainer

There is no typical retainer. It depends on the case.

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