Gary F Woodend

Gary F Woodend

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 37 years

Probate Lawyer at Medford, NJ
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Real Estate ... +3 more

5-C North Main Street, Medford, NJ

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 22%

We always prepare a Last Will and Testament, Power of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directive, & a HIPAA Release. Some may refer to the AHCD as a living will, but a living will really only deals with end of life decisions, whereas the AHCD deals with all kinds of medical decisions. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

39 years | 1,000 cases

22%
Probate 22%

We handle a lot of probate cases, but we also help families AVOID probate with proper estate planning. Not so much because it saves money, which it might, but more because of the delays and bureaucratic mess involved with the probate process. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

39 years | 300 cases

22%
Real Estate 22%

We typically represent buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions. Deed preparation is also a big part of our business. I've been practicing law for almost 30 years, but have been involved with buying and selling and renting real estate since I was 20 years old, which is why I have more years of experience in real estate than I do with other practice areas. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

50 years | 600 cases

22%
Wills and Living Wills 22%

We always prepare a Last Will and Testament, Power of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directive, & a HIPAA Release. Some may refer to the AHCD as a living will, but a living will really only deals with end of life decisions, whereas the AHCD deals with all kinds of medical decisions. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

39 years | 1,000 cases

22%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

Ten percent is probably understated. The percentage would be much higher, but we turn down most DWI cases since there is not much we can do to change the outcome in most cases. Sometimes we can, but rarely. We like charging a fair fee and producing good results. We don't nee the money badly enough to charge you a few thousand dollars for a DWI case and just go in and plead you guilty. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

39 years | 1,500 cases

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 2%

2% is substantially understated if you include the the sale and purchase of businesses. That is factored into the Real Estate category above since many involve comm'l leases. We primarily set up LLC's these days. We don't do many incorporations these days. For more, go to www.woodendlaw.com.

39 years | 650 cases

2%

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Gary F Woodend

5-C North Main Street, Medford, NJ, 08055

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Gary F Woodend's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Ron | July 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Another EXTRAORDINARY job by Gary F Woodend, ESQ

I am SO GLAD that I once again hired Gary Woodend to handle a real estate transaction for me. This house settlement was the most difficult I've ever experienced and presented itself as a solid challenge for my lawyer as well. Complicated beyond 99% of all home real estate transactions, this one was ...a doozy. The largest problem was the discovery of a 1000-gallon buried oil tank and the quest to acquire a "No Further Action" letter from the EPA. This challenge grew exponentially as the tank had holes and was resting in a bed of underground water. The problems that arose daily and the rising costs which would have been ours without Gary would have been enough to make any lawyer throw up their hands and walk away, but Gary stuck by us to the very end and protected his clients (as he always does) through the nightmare that ensued. Additionally, because the house was purchased in January but possession wasn't to occur until the end of June, neither the pool nor the twin air conditioning systems could be checked and were issues of concern. The needed repair of a chimney lining in the wood burning fireplace added to the stress. Without doubt, the acquisition of our dream home simply wouldn't have happened without Gary. I have used Gary's services for wills and other matters as well. Gary Woodend is a lawyer who advises his clients, protects his clients, and who puts his clients' needs above his own. I highly, unreservedly endorse Gary Woodend for your legal needs. Ron Parker/Marlton

Posted by Elaine | February 22, 2018 | Real Estate

A Great Real Estate Transaction

Gary represented the Buyer and I was the Realtor representing the Seller. He was very responsive during the entire transaction - never failed to communicate whether it was answering the phone or responding to an email. Working together made the transaction happen!t

Posted by Larry | December 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

A Lawyer with Your interests in mind!!

I have employed the legal services of Gary Woodend on several real estate transactions. He was reliable, knowledgeable and enjoyable to work with. It truly felt like I had a partner as opposed to a lawyer. He always had my best interests in mind. I will use his services again when needed.

Posted by Matilda Green | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Director of Admissions

Mr. Woodend was referred to me by a colleague when my husband got in a car accident and was badly hurt. They told me that he was legally very smart and had been practicing law in New Jersey for over 30 years. I am VERY happy with the settlement that he got for us for my husband's injury from t...he accident and MOST of all, I was impressed with the speed of the settlement of the case and how he wasn't like other attorneys; he is honest and compassionate and a man of integrity, qualities that are difficult to find. I am recommending Mr. Woodend to everyone I know and meet.

Posted by Stephen | September 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate and Real Estte Services

Mr. Woodend has recently provided competent, timely and highly professionally legal advice, services and guidance regarding two very important matters for which we sought his services - a rather detailed probate matter and a real estate transaction of some complexity. I commend not only his subject-m...atter competence, but his sincere, caring approach to client relations. I do not hesitate in recommending him to others, and have done so.

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Dawn Sutphin

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary has a lot of experience in his law practice and has been involved in his community and devoted his time to great causes."

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Gregg Shivers

General practice lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been on the same side and against Gary and I find him to be a knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients. Also very ethical."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Tabernacle Township, Burlington County Courts

1989 - Present

Owner, Gary F. Woodend, M.B.A., J.D.

2008 - 2010

Adjunct Professor, Burlington County College

2003 - 2004

Mayor, Borough of Medford Lakes

2000 - 2008

Council Member, Medford Lakes Borough Council

1999 - 2005

Commercial Arbitrator -Law Division, Superior Court Of Nj

1994 - 1999

Conflict Prosecutor, Burlington County Prosecutor's Office

1991 - 2001

Borough of Medford Lakes, Burlington County Prosecutor's Office

1989 - 1992

Medford Lakes Borough, Burlington County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

1989 - Present

Burlington County Bar Association

Member

Education

1988

Rutgers University School of Law

juris doctorate

1982

University of Virginia

MA - Masters

1977

Lehigh University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Keller Williams Realty

NJ Board of Realtors Contract Revisions

2008

Medford Lakes Borough

The 1000 Year Flood

2006

Weichert Realty

Home Inspection & Repair Issues

2001

Weichert Realty

The New Contract

2001

Medford Lakes Lions Club

Breathalyzers and DWI in NJ

2000

Fox & Roach Realtors

Legal Issues with Septic Systems

1999

Medford Lions Club

Living Trusts & Probate

1999

Lake Pine Colony Club

HOA Bonds and Lake Restoration

1998

Lions Club

Avoiding Probate

1996

Rotary Club

NJ State Police K-55 Radar

1990

Medford Lakes Colony

HOA By-Law Provisions

1990

Medford EMS

First Responder Liability

Publications

2006

Paperback - Self Help Rocket Fuel for Young Adults

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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