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Outside of the office, Mr. Foerst is involved in local government currently serving as Westfield Town Councilman for the 4th Ward. Having been elected in 2003 and again in 2007, Jim is the Chairman of the Code Review and Town Property Committee and a member of the Town's Planning Board dealing with real estate and land use issues.
In addition, Mr. Foerst serves as the municpal public defender for the Township of Mountainside.
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Acquired: 2000
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Acquired: 1999
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159 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ, 07041
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Posted by Amy | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Excellent Home Purchase Experience
I used Jim Foerst for my home purchase. It was not an easy transaction as the sellers were handling their family estate, and emotions were running high. It was a neglected property and the home inspection summary had no less than 100 items that needed to be addressed. Jim was tough when warranted, ye...
Posted by Sharon | November 20, 2010 | Personal Injury
I was grateful that I could refer my good friend to an outstanding PI attorney
Two years ago my good friend got into a car accident by a driver who ran a stop sign. The best thing that she needed at that time was a referral to a great attorney. My girlfriend has told me repeatedly that Jim has given her excellent advice and most importantly, is looking out for her legal interes...
Posted by M&R --Mountainside | November 10, 2010 | Tax
The First Call I Make Whenever I have a Legal Problem.
Jim has become our family lawyer after we worked with him at least four times in the past over the past three years. He has helped us, and others we have referred to him with a variety of matters including, tax appeals, real estate closings and municipial court matters. Some of these situations cou...
Posted by Bonnie | November 07, 2010
Dedicated Attorney
I would very highly recomment Jim Forerst to anyone needing an attorney. I had the pleasure of meeting him several months ago when I called for a consultation. That free half hour consultation turned into a two hour meeting. He is extremely knowledgeable. He was understanding and compassionate regard...
"I highly recommend Jim. He is excellent attorney and could literally write a book on how to effectively prosecute tax appeals. When I refer a client to him, I know that client is in good hands."
"I endorse Jim Foerst without reservation. In whatever he undertakes, he is knowledgeable and tenacious in the representation of his clients. Jim is a well respected member of the legal community."
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2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
NJ Top 100 Attorney, New Jersey Monthly
2013
Top 100 Attorney in NJ, New Jersey Super Lawyer
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2011
Certified Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court
2011
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Million Dollar Advocate - Lifetime Member, Million Dollar Advocate's Forum
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Law, Seton Hall University School Of Law
2007 - Present
Public Defender, Borough of Mountainside
1995 - Present
Owner, Spector Foerst & Associates
2012 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Richard J. Hughes American Inn of CourtBarrister
2003 - Present
Westfield BNIMember
Member
Settled for $850,000
Settled - $8 million
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
How to Appeal Your Real Estate Taxes
2011
NJ Residential Property Tax Appeals
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2013
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