Louis Benjamin Chapman

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Louis Benjamin Chapman

5.0
655 reviews
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Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 41 years

Real estate Lawyer at Wayne, NJ
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Car Accidents, Wills & Living Wills ... +2 more

73 Mountain View Blvd., Wayne, NJ

About Louis

Biography

I provide exceptional legal services as an attorney with over 30 years experience.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Real Estate 65%

42 years | 3,000 cases

65%
Car Accident 20%

42 years | 5,000 cases

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

42 years | 1,000 cases

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

42 years | 500 cases

5%
Workers Compensation 5%

42 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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+ 13
Silver Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Louis B Chapman

73 Mountain View Blvd., Wayne, NJ, 07470-6709

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Louis Benjamin Chapman's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Kris | November 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Attentive and responsive

Lou provided the highest level of service managing my real estate closing. He walked me through each step, listened to my concerns, and put them to rest with his depth of experience and knowledge. He was always available to answer questions and was extremely efficient. We got to closing in less than ...6 weeks thanks to Lou!

Posted by Isaiah | April 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Super Lawyer

I so wish I met Mr Chapman years ago! In addition to professional perfection, he is very knowledgeable and helpful. I was quite at sea about what to do and when to do it, and he was there pointing out what was needed and when, in the gentlest way.

Posted by Moshe | March 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Residential

Patient and Client-Oriented

This was my first time hiring a lawyer for my home purchase, and Louis couldn't have made it easier. He was understanding and patient with me, walking me through the whole process while dealing with the other lawyers, realtors, and lenders as needed. Louis (not just the secretary!) was always just a ...phone call, text or email away, and answered all my questions promptly and courteously. His vast experience and expertise definitely came in handy. I would highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

HIGLY RECOMMEND

Mr. Chapman helped and guided us through a complicated will process. We had many hurdles involving previous families/children. Mr. Chapman has qualities we found refreshing in an attorney. We felt as if he honestly cared and was not trying to run up the bill. He was flexible in days/times th...at met our schedule and location and always available to speak to.

Posted by Elliot | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Highly Recommended

Mr. Chapman prepared wills and power of attorneys for my wife and I. Both Mr. Chapman and his assistant, Tina were very kind and efficient in dealing with us. We highly recommend Mr. Chapman.

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Louis Benjamin Chapman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Chapman

Real estate lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elena Denevich

Wills and living wills lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Great member of the legal community."

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Adam Rosenblum

Real estate lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lou is my go-to guy on real estate. He's a fantastic and experienced practitioner that you can trust."

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Mariam Zakhary

Real estate lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Great real estate lawyer. Knowledge and extremely professional. Louis is a talented attorney who understands that a real estate transaction is the single most important transaction in the lives of many Americans. He knows how to protect his clients from pitfalls and is able to professionally turn a dispute into a deal."

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Stella Bondar

Real estate lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure to work with Louis Chapman on numerous real estate matters. It is rare in my field to find another real estate attorney that is just as dedicated to his clients and as professional as I am. I look very much forward to closing many more deals together."

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Jeffrey Slatus

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Louis Chapman is a hardworking attorney who sincerely advocates on behalf of his clients. I have sent him referrals of my clients who were facing possible suspension of their driving privileges, and he has successfully represented them in municipal court, insuring that they keep their driver's licences."

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Renee Rivas

Real estate lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have the pleasure knowing Louis and his work. He is an exceptional lawyer and diligent in his work."

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Gregg Wisotsky

Real estate lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Louis Chapman personally and professionally for over 20 years. He is a lawyer of great integrity and skill. I would endorse him unequivocally to handle all types of real estate transactions, as well as trust and estate matters."

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Seth Griep

Unknown lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lou is a great guy, he is very responsive and does fine work. I would not hesitate to refer potential clients to him or to use him for my own legal needs."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Paul Perkins

Unknown lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lou is an excellent, personable lawyer. He is conscientious, intuitive and very client-oriented. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Michael Chapman

Real estate lawyer

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Stella Bondar

Real estate lawyer

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Jeffrey Slatus

Immigration lawyer

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Renee Rivas

Personal injury lawyer

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Gregg Wisotsky

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Spotlight Attorney Award, Hyatt Legal Services

1984

America Jurisprudence Award for Excellence, Lawyers Co op Publishing

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Louis B. Chapman, PC

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Passaic County Bar Association

Member

1991 - 1995

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Board of Governors

Education

1984

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

State University of New York-Touro College

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Publications

1999

Newark Star Ledger The Preparation Is Key

1998

Newark Star Ledger Settling The Charges

1993

Newark Star Ledger Wise Counsel: Hire A Lawyer

1993

Personal Advantage- Financial Mistakes That Smart Home Buyers Make On Their Way To Closing

1993

Bottom Line- Personal Common Move Mistakes

Languages

English

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