Pierson Backes - Lawyer in Pennington, NJ

Pierson W. Backes

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney at Pennington, NJ

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Smart, genuine and professional

I have relied on Pierson Backes and the Backes & Backes firm for personal and business legal services for many years now. On the personal side, he has helped me through real estate transactions and estate planning. In business, he has recently been guiding me through some thorny contract negotiations. I feel that I am well represented when working with Pierson, more confident and knowledgeable about the issues and the outcomes. Smart, genuine and professional, Pierson listens and learns and then provides sound, unvarnished legal advice. He's compassionate, but he's tough, with a ton of integrity. You want him in your corner.

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Practice areas

Lawsuits and disputes

60%

Litigation practice limited to estate and probate matters

26 years
Estate planning

20%

Estate planning, including Wills and simple trusts

26 years
Probate

20%

Estate administration, including tax and fiduciary matters

26 years

ESTATE LAWYER FOCUSED IN PROBATE LITIGATION, ESTATE PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION

For four generations, the Backes family has practiced law in central NJ. My practice is focused in probate litigation, trust & estate disputes, and fiduciary litigation. The firm maintains an active practice in estate planning and estate administration. As the managing member of the firm, I am pleased to work with colleagues who appreciate the responsibility that comes with the trust of our clients.

Licensed for 25 years

State NJ

Status Active

Acquired 1997

Updated 11/06/2022

State PA

Status Active

Acquired 1997

Updated 12/04/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Pierson W. Backes

(609) 422-5272 Office

Backes and Backes LLC

12 W Delaware Ave

Pennington, NJ, 085342201

backesfirm.com

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Posted by Joe | May 7, 2011

Litigation Review

Pierce was very responsive to phone calls. He kept me informed at each step and was reassuring. I would hire him again and strongly recommend him for both litigation and estate work.

Posted by Ed | February 28, 2012

Smart, genuine and professional

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Posted by Emily | April 12, 2018

Highly Recommend Backes and Backes!

My husband and I have worked with Backes and Backes for 13 years over several real estate transactions and other projects both personally, and for our small business. Backes and Backes provides careful and thorough counsel, and they are always accessible and available to stay in close touch. We are so grateful for Backes and Backes' representation and our continued relationship with the firm!

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Posted by Francis | May 30, 2015

Great lawyer, even Greater person

I've used Pierce for many years from real estate to personal representation and he has always done exceptional for me. Hes knowledgeable and personable and I now after years of legal help from him consider him my friend. Hes a great person to have on your side although sometimes its hard to hear the truth about the outcome of each particular case, he never withholds truth about the legal system as other attorneys would just to make some profit. For these reasons hes very successful and deserves all the credit from his hard work.This is a lawyer and a man who other attorneys should emulate to improve the justice system but I guess if you did that we wouldn't have a Court system, just easy dispute resolution with fair and reasonable outcomes, always. Thanks P.

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Posted by Malika | February 13, 2013

Happy Customer!!!!!

Mr. Backes is a exceptional lawyer. When no one wanted to help me with my case because my civil claim amount as under $3000.00, he took my case. He informed me from the start if i win, he win, if we lose, we lose, which was understandable. He kept me informed at all times, whether if it was fax, email and/or phone call. He told me step by step what to except. And most importantly explained to me in detailed the terms and in's and out's of the case. I was suing my car dealership for consumer fraud. Someone at the dealership signed my name on the auto loan contract and refused to give me my down payment back and also took my caraway from me. Mr. Backes won me three times the amount I invested into the car. I am very thankful and blessed to have met a lawyer like him. Not too many lawyers are like him; honest and loyal. Thank you Mr. Backes for everything!!!!!

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Posted by Joseph | February 5, 2013

Excellent service and very responsive.

I was very pleased with the outcome of our case. I was given very prompt and knowledgeable information throughout the entire process.

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AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

Managing Partner
Backes and Backes LLC
2012 - Present

Managing Partner
Backes and Backes LLP
2006 - 2011

Partner
Backes and Backes LLP
1999 - 2006

Associate
Backes and Backes LLP
1997 - 1999

Fellow, Community Legal Services
Philadelphia Bar Association
1997 - 1997

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Education

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997

Hamilton College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1991

Associations

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Direction, Board of Trustees
2012 - Present

Pennington Borough Historical Committee
Member
2011 - Present

Mercer County Bar Association
Member
1997 - Present

Headlong Dance Theater
Director, Board of Directors
1999 - 2008

Northeast Organic Farming Association - NJ
Director, Board of Directors
1998 - 2006

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Editor
Temple University Law Review
1997

Trial Advocacy Award
Temple University School of Law
1997

Publications

Estate Administration
Distribution and Closing of the Estate
2015

Probate: Start to Finish
Complex Issues in Estate Administration
2014

The Probate Process From Start to Finish
Litigating the Case in Probate Court
2013

Speaking Engagements

Estate Administration
Ethics and Estate Administration
2015

Probate Process from Start to Finish
Complex Issues in Estate Administration
2014

Mercer County Home Buyer's Workshop
Home Buyer's Seminar
2014

Probate Process From Start to Finish
Litigating the Case in the Probate Part
2013

Workship, First-Time Home Buyers
HOME Investment Partnership Act
2011

Adult Program, Mercer County Library System
New Jersey Estate Planning
2011

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Attorney endorsements

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Given (4)

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David Perry Davis

Probate Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pierson is a knowledgeable, aggressive advocate for his clients - able to settle cases to his client's advantage when possible, and to wrest justice from the court when necessary."

Ronald Burdge

Lawsuits and disputes Attorney | Jan 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pierson has over 15 years of experience and the praise from clients and respect of other attorneys for his legal skill and knowledge. His answers to questions at Avvo.com are well thought out and to the point. If you have a question about how lawsuits work or how to resolve a dispute without a lawsuit, and his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."