$ 425-475 per hour
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.
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29 years
29 years
29 years
$ 425-475 per hour
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Backes and Backes LLC, 12 W Delaware Ave, Pennington, NJ, 085342201
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Posted by Emily | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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 s...
Posted by Francis | May 30, 2015
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 ...
Posted by Malika | February 13, 2013
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, emai...
Posted by Joseph | February 5, 2013
I was very pleased with the outcome of our case. I was given very prompt and knowledgeable information throughout the entire process.
Posted by Ed | February 28, 2012
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 negotiat...
"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."
"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."
"Pierce is very knowledgeable and can be a bulldog litigator when you need one.I endorse this lawyer."
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1997
Editor, Temple University Law Review
1997
Trial Advocacy Award, Temple University School of Law
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, Backes and Backes LLC
2006 - 2011
Managing Partner, Backes and Backes LLP
1999 - 2006
Partner, Backes and Backes LLP
1997 - 1999
Associate, Backes and Backes LLP
1997 - 1997
Fellow, Community Legal Services, Philadelphia Bar Association
2012 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysDirection, Board of Trustees
2011 - Present
Pennington Borough Historical CommitteeMember
1997 - Present
Mercer County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - 2008
Headlong Dance TheaterDirector, Board of Directors
1998 - 2006
Northeast Organic Farming Association - NJDirector, Board of Directors
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2014
2014
2013
Litigating the Case in the Probate Part
2011
HOME Investment Partnership Act
2011
New Jersey Estate Planning
2015
2014
2013
English
Legal Answers
How do I become a representative for my mom who is deceased.
02 Apr 2014
Can I contest a will in which my father left everything to the second wife and two kids, and nothing to the two older kids?
07 Sep 2013
Exemption to Consumer Fraud act for "Learned Professionals"
26 May 2013