Jay J. Freireich

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Jay J. Freireich

4.7
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 40 years

Tax Lawyer at Florham Park, NJ
Practice Areas: Tax, Estate Planning, Litigation ... +2 more

23 Vreeland Road, Suite 100, Florham Park, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jay

Biography

Jay Freireich litigates business, estates and tax matters having a keen understanding of these areas

Jay Freireich is a tax, estate, business, and litigation attorney and a member of Freireich L.L.C.

Jay Freireich has achieved an LL.M. in Taxation which is an advanced degree following law school.

Having achieved an LL.M. in Taxation, Jay Freireich can help with corporate planning and structuring

Having achieved an LL.M. in Taxation, Jay Freireich can help with probate planning and administering

Having achieved an LL.M. in Taxation, Jay Freireich can implement many creative estate plans.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Tax 30%

39 years

30%
Estate Planning 20%

39 years

20%
Litigation 20%

39 years

20%
Corporate and Incorporation 15%

39 years

15%
Probate 15%

39 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2010

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 38 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 38 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1987

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Freireich LLC

23 Vreeland Road, Suite 100, Florham Park, NJ, 07932

jayfreireich.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Jay online.

Jay J. Freireich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Danielle | October 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney!

I had not met Jay Freireich, yet had a good "gut" feeling about him during a brief telephone conversation: he was intelligent and direct. He then proved this with an honest and reliable character, in communicating facts of the case readily, keeping me involved, being accessible, and meeting establish...ed timeframes. His actions are to listen, understand, persevere, work hard, and be forthright, Jay Freireich is an ethical person, and a gem of an attorney -- May he always be blessed, and have the ability to bless his clients! Thank-you from the bottom of my heart!

Posted by Bettina | August 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He cares even when you stop being a client

Jay stayed the course and kept the costs as low as his could as he settled my very complex case. He told me his hourly rate would be lower than the contingency fee. HOW MANY LAWYERS would do that…. VERY FEW!!!! He offered a ear or shoulder whenever I needed it in order to get me to the next step. ...My case has been closed for two years, and guess what - he is still there for me and my family. I can’t say enough about Jay except he is an pit bull when he needs to be - but FIRST AND FOREMOST a HUMAN BEING, unlike other attorneys I have had the displeasure of dealing with. Thank you JAY!

Posted by Julie | June 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 Star Attorney!

Mr. Freireich is an excellent lawyer. He represented me on a tax case for about a year and half. The potential financial impact of this case on my family was significant. Mr. Freireich's technical and legal expertise led us to a very favorable settlement. I was extremely confident of his handling... of this case and his extensive knowledge of Tax Law. Not only was he legally sharp, but he managed his affairs with the highest ethical standards. I am sure I was not his only client but he understood how important this case was to me and he always retuned phone calls and emails in a timely fashion. He kept me updated on our progress during each phase of the legal process. I was very grateful for his help, his legal expertise, and his genuine concern for his clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Freireich for his expert legal services.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr. Freireich

Mr. Freireich is dynamic and no nonsense. He gave me sensible, clear-cut advice and clarified my thoughts. He steered me right, and kept me on track.

Posted by Matt | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A top gun in his field

I was impressed with Jay right out of the gate. When we met to discuss my case, he had already formulated a plan of action based on our initial phone call. That’s when I knew I had made the right decision. I was also impressed to learn he had previously argued and won before our highest court in the... land! His expertise and precise methods proved to be spot on, b/c shortly thereafter, I won my case. My advice, hire Jay and don’t look back.

Jay Freireich

Replied last July 17, 2020

Thanks, Matt. So glad I could help you!

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Jay J. Freireich's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Jay
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Jeffrey Pittard

Unknown lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jay knows his stuff."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Timothy Broking

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jay is an effective litigator that maintains a high level of professional responsibility. I endorse this lawyer for all tax related and estate related issues."

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Jonathan Reed

Tax lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's efforts to educate the public on tax law."

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Michael Spar

Tax lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jay is a highly regarded tax practitioner. He has demonstrated to me technical expertise combined with a practical approach to problem-solving that clients should find very attractive."

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Rachel Santarlas

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Carl Soranno

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Christopher Aiello

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Melinda Bramwit

Estate planning lawyer

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G. Martin Meyers

Litigation lawyer

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Thomas Duffy

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Lloyd Eisen

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Michael Spar

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2024

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1994

Marzi Doats Award, Florida Bar Journal and News

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Member, Freireich L.L.C.

2010 - Present

Member, Brach Eichler LLC

1987 - 2010

Shareholder, Poe & Freireich, P.A.

Associations

2022 - Present

Temple B'Nai Abraham Mens Club

Board Member, Officer

2010 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Member

1987 - Present

Morris County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2013

Temple Emanu-El Mens Club

President

2008 - 2010

Temple Emanu-El Men's Club

Vice President - Programming

2004 - 2006

Temple Beth El Men's Club

Co-President

Sample of Legal Cases

Lerman v. Lerman

won reversal on appeal

In re Estate of Stancheck

won affirmance of NJ Superior Court ruling

Ronson v. Talesnick

Pioneered this type of damages in a case of first impression in NJ

Friedman v. CIR II

Full victory for client

Friedman v. CIR

Affirmed in part, reversed and remanded, in part.

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Education

1986

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1985

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD

1982

York University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

NJ Independent Electrical Contractors Association's Meeting

Succession Planning

2009

Estate Planning Conference

The Standard of Care in Estate Tax Planning Malpractice Claims Against Attorneys

Publications

2017

New Jersey Law Journal Warning: Double Check Deadlines Provided by IRS

2015

2014

New Jersey Law Journal Wealth Management: Foreign Assets: To Disclose or Not To Disclose

2013

New Jersey Law Journal Using the Foreign Nongrantor Trust to Avoid Capital-Gain Income

2013

New Jersey Business Understanding Estate and Inheritance Taxes in New Jersey

2012

New Jersey Law Journal 2012 Estate Planning: The Greatest Year Ever? Strategies to Consdier Before the "Sunset" Begins in 2013

2011

New Jersey Law Journal Tax Court Extends Period of Limitations for Seeking Equitible Innocent Spouse Relief

2011

Financial Planning Earning Trust

2010

New Jersey Law Journal How to Avoid the Currency Transaction Trap

2000

Lawyers Weekly USA Innocent Spouse Claims Skyrocket Since July 1998 Rule Change

2000

Wall Street Journal A Special Summary and Forecast of Federal and State Tax Developments

2000

Wall Street Journal When You Come Up Short - Don't despair. You may be able to pay your taxes over time - or even cut what you owe

1999

New York Times For Better, for Worse at the I.R.S.

Languages

Hebrew

Activity

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