About Eric

Biography

Attorney Eric J. Aretsky is an accomplished and skilled personal injury trial lawyer. With a well-respected reputation in the legal community, Mr. Aretsky is a compassionate yet aggressive litigator who has helped many clients obtain favorable outcomes in their cases. Eric J. Aretsky has been recognized for his accomplishments as a New Jersey lawyer, by various independent legal organizations including (201) Magazine.

He handles cases related to car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice, birth injuries, nursing home abuse, dog bites, slip & fall accidents, unsafe drugs and medical devices and workers’ compensation. His former clients describe him as an excellent personal injury lawyer.

10 Best Attorney - 2 years - personal injury, Mr. Aretsky has been practicing law in the area of personal injury for over 25 years. After earning his Juris Doctorate degree from New York Law School in 1990, Mr. Aretsky served as a judicial law clerk in the Superior Court of New Jersey,Bergen County, for the Honorable Conrad W. Krafte. He is admitted to practice in New Jersey and before the U.S. Supreme Court, and is a member of the Bergen County Bar Association and New Jersey State Bar Association. He was also selected to be a member of the Justice Morris Pashman Inns of Court. Mr. Aretsky earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Fordham University in 1987.

PERSONAL INJURY
BIRTH INJURIES
Birth Injury
Cerebral Palsy
Forceps and Instrument Errors During Birth
Erb’s Palsy
Negligence During Prenatal Care
OB-GYN Errors
Punctured Organs
CATASTROPHIC INJURY
Brain and Spinal Cord injury
Burn Injury
Electrocution and Electrical Injuries
Wrongful Death
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Anesthesia Errors
Failure to Diagnose
Lasik Surgery Errors
Medication Errors
Medical Malpractice
Surgical Errors
MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS
Bicycle Accidents
Car/Auto Accidents
Hit-and-Run Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Public Transportation Accidents
Truck Accidents
NURSING HOME INJURIES
Assault on Elderly/Disabled Persons
Injuries from Falls in a Nursing Home
Malnutrition and Dehydration in Nursing Facilities
Nursing Home Medication Errors
Wandering Off, Elopement from Nursing Homes
PREMISES LIABILITY
Dog Bites
Shopping Mall and Supermarket Injuries
Sidewalk Injuries
UNSAFE DRUGS & MEDICAL DEVICES
Actos
Fosamax
Hip replacement devices
Pradaxa
Risperdal
Testosterone
Vaginal Mesh
Zoloft
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Workers’ Compensation
Identifying Workplace Injuries
Occupational Injuries
Returning to Work After an Injury or Illness
Types of Qualifying Injuries for Workers Compensation
Types of Workers Compensation Benefits
Workers Compensation Lump Sum Settlements
Workplace Accidents and Third-party Liability

Education

J.D., New York Law School, New York, New York

B.A., Fordham University, Bronx, New York

Bar Admissions

New Jersey, 1991
U.S. District Court, 1991

Certification/Specialties

Justice Morris Pashman Inns of Court

Awards/ Recognition

Featured and recognized by (201) Magazine

Television/ Radio/ Appearances

TV News 12 New Jersey

Past Employment Positions

Hon. Conrad W. Krafte, J.S.C. Bergen County Superior Court, Judicial Law Clerk, 1990 - 1991

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Practice Areas

Personal Injury 75%

At Aretsky Law Group, P.C., we have an experienced New Jersey personal injury lawyer ready to represent you with regard to your injuries throughout NJ. We will make sure that you receive the compensation that you deserve for your injuries

34 years

75%

Alimony 5%

Our firm specializes in all areas of New Jersey divorce and family law, including alimony, child custody, child support, equitable distribution of property, domestic violence, uncontested divorce, domestic partnerships and mediation.

34 years

Child Custody 5%

34 years

Divorce and Separation 5%

34 years

Domestic Violence 5%

34 years

Family 5%

34 years

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Payment Methods

Cash
Check
Credit Card

Awards

2014

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Aretsky Law Group, P.C. - location by appointment only

(201) 445-5867

Fax

45 N Broad St #19, Ridgewood, NJ, 07450

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(201) 445-5867

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Two University Plaza Dr #55, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

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(201) 445-5867

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345 Route 17 South, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 07458

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MEETING LOCATION BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, Saddle Brook, NJ, 07663

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Eric J. Aretsky's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (16)

4 star (0)

3 star (0)

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Posted by Raymond | November 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Very pleased

Mr Aretsky was totally professional,communicated very well and true to his word,obtained a very pleasing resolution to my case.

Posted by Mody Camara | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great law firm

Top notch lawyer, got my case dismissed effortlessly . He made me understand my case and came up with the plan to get it dismissed. I was very happy that I hired Eric Aretsky

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Replied last April 21, 2023

Thank you. It was a pleasure to assist you.

Posted by Sammy | February 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Sammy Loutfi

Eric was fast and could not be more affective. He was a terrific experience and very reasonable SAMMY Atlantic Highlands NJ

Posted by Peter | February 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great legal representation

Extremely professional and knowledgeable with the local legal system. I had a major speeding ticket that got reduced to an unexpected level. I would definitely use Eric again.

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

Mr. Aretsky goes above and beyond for his clients ! He responds promptly to all concerns ..

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Eric J. Aretsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Harvey

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is one of the most professional, well-respected attorneys one could ever meet. I would recommend him to any client seeking a zealous advocate with the experience and knowledge of the profession to "get the job" done under any circumstances."

Natalie Capano

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric has been a great mentor. He is responsive, thorough and knowledgeable. Eric is compassionate to all of his clients and works hard to get them results. He is experienced in all areas of Family Law and has always been there for me to provide guidance and suggestions. He is dedicated to his practice and is clients."

Dolores Aretsky

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"Eric is my law partner. We began our partnership in 1991. Over the years we have grown the firm which is currently known as the Aretsky Law Group. Eric is our managing partner and is a strong advocate for his clients."

Lynne Goldman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Eric is the managing partner for the Aretsky Law Group. He is a very experienced Divorce & Family Law attorney. He is well respected by both the Judges and his colleagues. He and his team of lawyers fight hard for their client's interests."

Philip Puglisi

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. i have known and worked with Eric for many, many years. He is well known in the legal community and always does his utmost to obtain the best results for his clients."

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Alimony lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. Highly respected in the legal community. A skilled lawyer with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

Giacomo Behar

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."

Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Sean Cleary

Alimony lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

Brad Micklin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Aretsky is an experienced, zealous advocate for his clients. I have known Mr. Aretsky for many years and unequivocally recommend him and his firm."

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