John G Manfreda

John G Manfreda

4.1
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 46 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Clinton, NJ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Probate ... +3 more

1318 Route 31, P.O. Box 4001, Clinton, NJ

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 35%

All aspects of Trusts, Estate & Gift Tax Planning, Asset Protection Planning and Elder Law, to include Guardianship actions in the Chancery Court

44 years

35%
Litigation 20%

Primarily in the Chancery Division of the Superior Court handling contested Estate & Trust Accounting cases, contested Guardianship matters and Will contests

44 years

20%
Probate 15%

All aspects of NJ Probate, to include Ancillary Probate proceedings in other states, and contested infant and senior Guardianship and Trust Termination matters

44 years

15%
Business 10%

General business and commercial law, to include purchases and sales of businesses and Real Estate, mortgage/refinancing transactions and litigation of business disputes

44 years

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 10%

Corporate and LLC formation in all states, to include preparation of Buy-Sell and LLC Operating Agreements

44 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 45 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1980

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 46 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1979

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Gebhardt & Kiefer, PC

1318 Route 31, P.O. Box 4001, Clinton, NJ, 088090000

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John G Manfreda's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by George | November 26, 2023 | Wills & Living Wills

Testament

While I visited John Manfreda in order to prepare a simple will and after I stated to him that I do not make power of attorney’s, his response being that ( I will twist your arm to make one) he prepared a general power of attorney that would render me incapable of managing my own affairs.

Posted by Christine | November 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Don't know what this is asking for

Drew up Wills, Powers of Attorneys, Advance Directives for husband and wife. In two meetings, was thorough in explaining the clauses in the documents and in explaining the law governing them. Absolutely fulfilled promise to expedite.

Posted by Kelly | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Exceptional service!

My husband and I began our relationship with Mr. Manfreda just over a year ago. He spent an extraordinary amount of time fully explaining all of the complicated components involved in assembling a comprehensive will and trust for our family. He was both patient and passionate. He truly guided us t...hrough the process as if we were members of his family. John answered emails and phone calls in a timely fashion and was happy to meet with us on several occasions; he even met us on a Saturday afternoon! Our experience with John Manfreda far surpassed our expectations and I enthusiastically recommend him and his firm.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2016

The worst lawyer experience of my life

The worst lawyer I ever dealt with. Talks down to me. Sexist. Totally disorganized. Just check out his office. The piles of client files are everywhere. He has a stand up life size cut out of a tennis/porn star in his office. The only good part about him is you probably are not going to get his bill... for months as he takes forever to do anything even bill. He will talk about his daughters forever which you will pay for in time. He is more interested in selling his daughters ADP payroll service then helping you with legal problems. He is NEVER WRONG. I think this guy is totally loosing it mentally.

John Manfreda

Replied last September 08, 2016

The source is a former unethical client of mine with whom I severed my business and personal relationships quite some time ago. The vitriol speaks for itself and requires no further comment from me. This person has no credibility whatsoever. My professional credentials and 34 years of successful practice helping thousands of clients completely refutes such comments.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2016

Ethics complaint

He did not return phone calls in a timely manner and stalled, stalled, stalled. I finally went to another attorney who handled my case quickly to a successful conclusion. Luckily, I did not let this poor excuse for an attorney continue with my case. It pays to do your homework. Had I known about ...his history, I would not have wasted my time with him.

John Manfreda

Replied last September 08, 2016

I have no idea what this is about. It is contrary to how I run my practice, especially with regard to promptly returning phone calls. I am very surprised by this review and I have no idea who or why same would have been posted. Also, this is merely one disgruntled client's comment, out of the hundreds of clients I deal with, and does NOT constitute an Ethics Complaint nor should it be titled as such.

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John G Manfreda's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Dunn

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In the field of Estate planning John is simply the best!"

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Rosanne Detorres

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John Manfreda for your Estate Planning needs. John is an excellent and skilled attorney. He has great depth of experience and a winning personality. I recommend John Manfreda to you."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

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2007

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

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2005

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

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2002

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2001

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1995

Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Senior Partner, Gebhardt & Kiefer PC Law Offices

Associations

1994 - Present

Rotary Club of Whitehouse

President & Director

1987 - Present

Hunterdon County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1994 - 2017

Greater Middlesex Somerset Estate Plan Council

President & Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

IMO Mary Clancy, Dec'd

Case successfully settled prior to trial

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Education

1979

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Boston College

BA Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2017

Hunterdon County Adult Educational Program

Estate Planning 2000-to date

2017

Flemington Active Adult Senior Center

Estate Planning

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