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Joseph has extensive experience with complex civil litigation, property tax, governmental and municipal law. He has represented individuals, municipalities, counties, authorities, and school boards in a range of litigation and compliance matters. He is regularly involved in civil defense litigation and represents clients in matters involving the New Jersey Tort Claims Act (Title 59), Tax Appeal matters and municipal and governmental planning matters. He also handles personal injury, property transfers/closings, traffic, municipal court and criminal matters, debt defense matters and consumer bankruptcy matters. Joseph currently serves as Assistant Counsel to the Township of Weehawken where he defends all county-level property tax appeals filed against Weehawken Township, drafts Township responses to Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests, is involved in matters relating to New Jersey's Pay to Play laws and in involved with litigation involving the Township.
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Practice Areas
17
Practice Areas
Appeals
6%
Car Accident
6%
Criminal Defense
6%
Elder Law
6%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2015
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 24 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Joseph A. Rutigliano, LLC
(201) 850-1101
Fax
8512 Kennedy Bouelvard, Suite 2, North Bergen, NJ, 07047
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Practice Areas
Real Estate (7)
Residential (5)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (5)
Car Accidents (3)
Lawsuits & Disputes (3)
Wills & Living Wills (3)
Tax (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Business (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Litigation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
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Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Great Representation
Mr Rutigliano’s representation was beyond helpful and a blessing. He went above and beyond on multiple occasions over the course of over 6 months for an incident I needed help with that involved possible license suspension and an accident in North Bergen. He was patient, prompt and honest. He even ac...
Joseph A Rutigliano's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Rutigliano is an aggressive litigator. He is a knowledgeable and determined attorney, which makes him a strong advocate for his clients. I would definitely recommend him in the area of personal injury."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Appreciation/Longevity Award, Rent Leveling Board (15 Years), Township of Weehawken
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Joseph A. Rutigliano, LLC
2005 - Present
Assistant Counsel, Township of Weehawken
1900 - Present
Member, The Law Office of Joseph A. Rutigliano, L.L.C.
2009 - 2012
Partner, Law Offices of Kovic & Rutigliano, LLP
2005 - 2009
Attorney, Chasan Leyner & Lamparello
2002 - 2005
Attorney, GEICO Staff Counsel
2001 - 2002
Judicial Clerk to Hon. John A. Conte, J.S.C., New Jersey Superior Court
Associations
New Jersey State Bar Association
Member
Hudson County Bar Association
Member
Bergen County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Blaettler v. Township of Weehawken, et al
Successfully defended the Township of Weehawken
Education
2001
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Jersey City State College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Hudson County School Boards Association, Board Presidents and Vice Presidents Roundtable
Avoiding Costly Litigation
2007
Hudson County School Boards Association, Board Presidents and Vice Presidents Roundtable
Current Legal Issues in Education Law
2004
GEICO Claims Managers Meeting
Current Issues in New Jersey Automobile Liability Law
2002
GEICO Claims Managers Meeting
New Jersey Statutory PIP Coverage
Publications
2002
Seminar Material. By Hon. John A. Conte, J.S.C. with assistance of Joseph A. Rutigliano
A Judge’s Bench Book on Motions
Languages
English
Serbian
Croatian
Activity
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Q&A
Representing myself Pro Se in a Real Estate transaction, do I have all the rights of an Attorney during the Attny Review period?
08 Sep 2020
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A two-family dwelling currently occupied with leases in place. Owner does not occupy one of the units.
20 Jul 2020
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What should I do? My contractor left the bathroom as a mess and can not be reached
13 Jul 2020